Chinatown Travel Guide
Salinas
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Things to do

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching 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

Self Guided Driving Audio Tour of 17 Mile Drive Monterey
Top hotels in Chinatown

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Hotel Pacific
"We loved the location, the history of the neighborhood, and the businesses nearby."
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"The hotel felt a little older, but was excellently maintained. The staff was outstanding and focused on the guests’ positive experience. We utilized the pool, hot tub, bar including food. We were only here for one night, but would definitely stay again."
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Monarch Resort
"Room was clean but stuffy and had a smell. Breakfast was lacking. Not really worth the money spent."
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
"great location"
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Pacific Inn
Where to stay in Chinatown

North Salinas
While visiting North Salinas, you might make a stop by sights like Salinas Sports Complex and California Rodeo Grounds.

Sunset
Though Sunset may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Salinas Sports Complex and National Steinbeck Center.

Spreckels Junction
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Spreckels Junction and surrounding area, you can visit National Steinbeck Center and Steinbeck House.

Oldtown Salinas
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Oldtown Salinas. You might want to make time for a stop at National Steinbeck Center or Steinbeck House.

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 Salinas Sports Complex and National Steinbeck Center.





