North Salinas Travel Guide
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Visit North Salinas
Stay near popular North Salinas attractions
Things to do

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

Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland
Top hotels in North Salinas

Laurel Inn Motel
"We would stay again. The room had been refurbished recently and was clean. Check-in was welcoming and answered all our questions. They did not have a wash cloth in the room and we did not have time to ask. Used the extra hand towel. Shower had good pressure. Breakfast had hard boiled eggs, yogurt, ..."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"The room was beautiful and clean. The pool and jacuzzi were great. All of the staff were super nice and helpful."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
"Good hotel, cleaned, unfortunately not in town , good for business and family"
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"The food at breakfast and dinner were excellent. The front desk was very friendly and helpful. The valet system was easy to use and the staff was great."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

The Monterey Hotel
"Not enough amenities (?), only coffee on the morning. Could put a few microwaves in the downstairs, there’s a huge room there, basically not being used. Every time I went out for the day and came back to my room, the key card wouldn’t work. I had 6 of them when I left. Parking was nonexistent, street—always ..."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"We had a great stay as a family of 4 over the July 4th holiday weekend. The location is perfect for exploring several areas each day, then returning to eat or grab drinks in the lobby or to enjoy the outdoor areas. We would love to stay again."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026
Where to stay in North Salinas
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.
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.

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.
Laurel West
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Laurel West and surrounding area, you can visit Salinas Sports Complex and California Rodeo Grounds.
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.





