Oldtown Salinas Travel Guide
Salinas
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Popular places to visit
National Steinbeck Center
Immerse yourself in the life, times and works of legendary American novelist John Steinbeck through memorabilia, photos, journals and film.
Toro County Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Toro County Park and enjoy the cycling trails in Salinas. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Steinbeck House
You can find out about the history of Salinas with a stop at Steinbeck House. Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Aguila Cultural Center
Take the family on an outing to Aguila Cultural Center during your trip to Salinas. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Salinas Sports Complex
Catch an event at Salinas Sports Complex and enjoy other activities in Salinas such as golfing.Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
California Rodeo Grounds
Catch an event at California Rodeo Grounds and enjoy other activities in Salinas such as golfing.Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Monterey County Salinas Valley Farm Tour
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Top hotels in Oldtown Salinas
Steinbeck Lodge
"Asked for an extra pillow at night. Said they were going to bring it soon never showed up"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Great service , clean rooms, close to dining and entertainment in monterey, its the place to stay !"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Check in was terrible, not given good directions to room after long day of driving. One robe missing, replaced by housekeeping. TV did not work, engineer got it working after replacing the "cable". Bed does not have top sheet, reportedly hotel policy. Very much not hygienic!!! We chose to place it ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
"The quality of the room was poor, the bed was uncomfortable, the gym is the saddest I’ve ever seen, the hallways smelled, you have to ask for towels for the pool, the bar is closed Sunday-Monday. I will not be coming back. Shame that I had to waste my birthday on this place."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"We reserved a room with balcony and paid at the same time, when we check in , they said we don’t have room with balcony, instead of trying to fix and offer something to us , they said you can have room with pool view, that was their compromise, the room that we reserved and paid given to somebody ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
The Monterey Hotel
Where to stay in Oldtown Salinas
North Salinas
While visiting North Salinas, you might make a stop by sights like Salinas Sports Complex and California Rodeo Grounds.
Corral de Tierra
While there might not be top attractions in Corral de Tierra, you can explore the larger area and discover places like WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca and Laguna Seca Golf Club Ranch.
Alisal
While Alisal may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like California Rodeo Grounds and Salinas Sports Complex.
Sunset
Though Sunset may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like California Rodeo Grounds and Salinas Sports Complex.
South Salinas
South Salinas might not have many top sights, but Steinbeck House and National Steinbeck Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
