Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area

2.0 star property
Motel in Salinas with free parking

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Lobby lounge
Reception
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Property entrance

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$123
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec

Explore the area

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140 Kern St, Salinas, CA, 93905
  • Place, National Steinbeck Center
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Steinbeck House
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Natividad Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Salinas

At Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area you'll be 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from National Steinbeck Center and 2 km (1.2 mi) from Aguila Cultural Center. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find a snack bar/deli and a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Salinas motel include Monterey Bay and WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.

What's nearby

  • National Steinbeck Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Steinbeck House - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • First Mayor's House - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Natividad Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 8 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fresh M Produce - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area

Motel in Salinas with free parking
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and camper van/bus/lorry parking are also featured at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area. Self parking is free.

This Salinas motel is smoke free.

  • 121 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Deli
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area offers 121 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. Cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Salinas motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (84 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area?

Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area?

As of 10 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area on 14 Dec 2025 start from AU$123.10, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area?

Yep, Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area?

The closest beach to Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area is Marina State Beach (15.2 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area?

No, Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Reviews

Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area Reviews

7.0

Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 373 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 205 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 116 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 167 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wilton

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jodi

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I did not enjoy my stay with sirens go off at all hours.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Corina

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Clara

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

George

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Alejandra, Greenfield

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tammy

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No A/c horrible in the 100’s
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniel A

TV RECEPTION WAS HORRIBLE; KEPT PAUSING

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Place was very clean and it didn’t smell at all. It was near everything, good price
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
No shampoo or conditioner available
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Leticia

Disliked: Cleanliness
Break fast os missing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilton

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek Scott

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

macadeo

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lilian

Disliked: Cleanliness
I was not aware that I had to submit a second license or ID for my partner as we had lost the wallet and they wouldn't take my information therefore I lost my booking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lucas

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Cole

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Korina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The people at the front desk were super helpful and really nice! It’s a good deal for the quality
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yongjiao

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Noidy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carlos

Yuk

Awful, dirty and smelly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

lisa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025