Oldtown Salinas Travel Guide
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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
"Check in you had to stay outside the lobby and ring a bell,they took their time to come to the window ,creepy! They ask for a $100 security deposit. The room was very clean. But the towel rack pulled off the wall 1st time I used a towel,worried the rest of the stay they would charge me for that."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Self parking for 20$"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
"The $30 parking fee was not disclosed on expedia and is not in line with local parking fees at a hotel of this price point ($200/night). That left me feeling scammed that i was charged an additional 15% for parking. The property was close to restaurants and shopping centers but it is not walkable ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Absolute best place to stay in Monterey. Great rooms, attentive and dedicated staff, restaurant and food options exceptional and the lobby/ Schooner bar terrific"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
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Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
The Monterey Hotel
"over price for this place"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
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.
