Hotel Rooms in Salinas, CA
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide for Salinas, California.
The city of Salinas is situated 8 mi (13 km) west of Monterey and the Pacific Coast. This small city is a charming place to visit for instate residents as well as a popular stop off the beaten track for travellers driving along California’s picturesque coastline. Salinas is a friendly agricultural center with a rich artistic culture and bold community spirit. The city hosts a variety of festivals and events throughout the year, in particular, the California Rodeo, the California International Airshow, Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, and regular Art Walks.
Salinas’s pride is National Steinbeck Center, dedicated to the writings of famed American author, John Steinbeck. Salinas is a city worth visiting for its outstanding hospitality, exciting events cultural history. Travelers will find many accommodation options including affordable hotels with a range of services and amenities.
SIGHTESEEING IN DOWNTOWN
Downtown, or Oldtown, is the oldest part of the community, a lovely part of town where the architecture of historical buildings has been preserved. This is the place to stay for those that are interested in the city's historical and cultural activities. The National Steinbeck Center, galleries, theatres and a cinema are within walking distance of several hotels. Salinas boasts an emerging arts scene led by amateur and professional artists. Visual arts can be explored in public murals, at one of the large galleries, or one of the many small galleries hosted by local businesses. Auditory art is enjoyed formally at one of the city’s concert venues and casually at many restaurants and cafes.
A range of hotels can be found in the bustling area running north to south between Salinas Street to the east and Monterey Street to the west. Economy to mid-range hotels in this area are convenient, comfortable and close to the assorted cafes, independent shops and a diverse mix of restaurants that are packed into the downtown area.
ARRIVING BY ROAD
Highway 101 runs north-south through Salinas to on the east side of downtown. Hotels along the highway are a convenient place to stay for those traveling through the city. A number of economical brand-name hotels are present, providing an easy respite from the road. These budget-friendly accommodations offer clean, comfortable rooms, basic services and amenities as well as some extras such as fitness facilities. Families and groups will appreciate that some hotels have large suites, which include living rooms and kitchenettes; laundry facilities are also usually found on site.
FINDING CONVENIENCE AT THE AIRPORT
Salinas Municipal Airport is a growing thoroughfare situated in the southeast corner of the city. It is also the site of the California International Airshow, held annually in late summer to early autumn. The event features demonstrations by the American Blue Angels, the Canadian Snowbirds, and the Red Baron Squadron, drawing thousands of visitors to Salinas over three days.
Visitors arriving by air or staying to enjoy the air show will find several comfortable accommodations just a short drive from the airport, all of which offer shuttle service to the terminal. In response to growing tourism, Salinas has decided to expand the airport capacity and facilities to include shops, eateries and an upscale 100+ room hotel.
Salinas’s pride is National Steinbeck Center, dedicated to the writings of famed American author, John Steinbeck. Salinas is a city worth visiting for its outstanding hospitality, exciting events cultural history. Travelers will find many accommodation options including affordable hotels with a range of services and amenities.
SIGHTESEEING IN DOWNTOWN
Downtown, or Oldtown, is the oldest part of the community, a lovely part of town where the architecture of historical buildings has been preserved. This is the place to stay for those that are interested in the city's historical and cultural activities. The National Steinbeck Center, galleries, theatres and a cinema are within walking distance of several hotels. Salinas boasts an emerging arts scene led by amateur and professional artists. Visual arts can be explored in public murals, at one of the large galleries, or one of the many small galleries hosted by local businesses. Auditory art is enjoyed formally at one of the city’s concert venues and casually at many restaurants and cafes.
A range of hotels can be found in the bustling area running north to south between Salinas Street to the east and Monterey Street to the west. Economy to mid-range hotels in this area are convenient, comfortable and close to the assorted cafes, independent shops and a diverse mix of restaurants that are packed into the downtown area.
ARRIVING BY ROAD
Highway 101 runs north-south through Salinas to on the east side of downtown. Hotels along the highway are a convenient place to stay for those traveling through the city. A number of economical brand-name hotels are present, providing an easy respite from the road. These budget-friendly accommodations offer clean, comfortable rooms, basic services and amenities as well as some extras such as fitness facilities. Families and groups will appreciate that some hotels have large suites, which include living rooms and kitchenettes; laundry facilities are also usually found on site.
FINDING CONVENIENCE AT THE AIRPORT
Salinas Municipal Airport is a growing thoroughfare situated in the southeast corner of the city. It is also the site of the California International Airshow, held annually in late summer to early autumn. The event features demonstrations by the American Blue Angels, the Canadian Snowbirds, and the Red Baron Squadron, drawing thousands of visitors to Salinas over three days.
Visitors arriving by air or staying to enjoy the air show will find several comfortable accommodations just a short drive from the airport, all of which offer shuttle service to the terminal. In response to growing tourism, Salinas has decided to expand the airport capacity and facilities to include shops, eateries and an upscale 100+ room hotel.
Upscale Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz East
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