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Hotel Overview
Needed a place to stay
I needed a place to stay for one night in the Salinas, CA area. This place was convienent. Right...
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Toni Super Friend
- May 12, 2012
Worked well for business travel
The room was fine, very clean, but nothing special. The bed wasn't very comfortable, but it served...
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rapidsquirrel
- May 2, 2012
Budget hotel offers easy access to Monterey Bay
The Good Nite Inn Salinas – Monterey – Carmel lies just minutes from Monterey Bay and Highway 1, providing convenient access to Central Coast attractions such as Fisherman's Wharf Monterey, Carmel-by-the-Sea and Pebble Beach. Salinas is a flourishing agricultural center, the birthplace of American author John Steinbeck and home to Hartnell College. Guests of the Good Nite Inn Salinas – Monterey – Carmel enjoy free on-site parking, complimentary tea and coffee every morning and Wi-Fi Internet access in most rooms (fees apply).
Highlights
- Free on-site parking
- Outdoor pool and Jacuzzi
- Free coffee and tea every morning
- Minutes from the National Steinbeck Center
Location
Just a mile from the Good Nite Inn Salinas – Monterey – Carmel, bibliophiles spend a day (or more) at the National Steinbeck Center, which celebrates one of the most revered American authors. The stories Steinbeck created -- including "The Grapes of Wrath," "East of Eden" and "Of Mice and Men" -- come to life in exhibits that examine the story of Steinbeck himself.
To shed even more light on the life and literature of Steinbeck, take a short road trip to Cannery Row, the setting of novels "Cannery Row" and "Sweet Thursday." Cannery Row is a half-hour drive from the Good Nite Inn Salinas – Monterey – Carmel.
Rooms
Spacious guest rooms at the Good Nite Inn Salinas – Monterey – Carmel feature work desks, air conditioning and cable television with premium movie channels. Most rooms include Wi-Fi Internet access (fees apply). Irons and ironing boards are available upon request. Choose a room with one king, one or two queen-sized beds or two doubles. Nonsmoking rooms are on offer.
Features
Enjoy complimentary coffee and tea each morning at the Good Nite Inn Salinas – Monterey – Carmel. A dip in the outdoor pool and Jacuzzi is a refreshing way to spend an afternoon or evening.
Transportation
- Greyhound bus station (0.9 mi/1.5 km)
- Salinas Amtrak station (1.1 mi/1.8 km)
- Monterey Peninsula Airport (12.9 mi/20.8 km)
- Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (51 mi/82 km)
Attractions
- National Steinbeck Center (0.9 mi/1.5 km)
- Salinas Sports Complex (1.8 mi/2.9 km)
- Northridge Mall (3.4 mi/5.5 km)
- Marina Dunes Open Space Preserve (9.5 mi/15.3 km)
- Marina State Beach (9.5 mi/15.3 km)
- Monterey Conference Center (14.8 mi/23.9 km)
- Monterey Bay Aquarium (14.9 mi/24 km)
- Carmel-by-the-Sea (17.5 mi/28.2 km)
- Pebble Beach (18.3 mi/29.4 km)
Business
- Wi-Fi Internet access in most rooms
- Copy and fax services
- Wake-up calls
Good Nite Inn Salinas - Monterey - Carmel Rooms
- Standard Room
- Standard rooms with one or two queen beds contains: WI-FI & internet access available for a fee on most Rooms, Free Premium Movie Channels, ESPN, Data Port Phones, Touch Tone Phones, Air Conditioning, Writing Desk with Lamp, Nonsmoking Rooms Available, and Wake-up Calls. Irons & ironing boards are available upon request.
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Salinas, CA
- Nearby airports
- Salinas Municipal Airport: 2 miles; Santa Cruz Airport: 38 miles; San Jose Airport: 64 miles; San Francisco Airport: 96 miles
- Area description
- Big Sur, Ca: 60 min; Cannery Row: 40 min; CSUMB: 20 min; Farm Agricultural Center: 10 min; Laguna Seca Raceway: 25 min; Hartnell College: 5 min; Monterey, Ca: 30 min; Monterey Bay Aquarium: 30 min; Monterey Wine Country: 5 min; National Steinbeck Center: 5 min; Oldtown Salinas: 5 min; Pinnacles National Monument: 50 min; Salinas Sports Complex: 5 min; Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital: 5 min; Steinbeck House; 5 min; Santa Cruz, Ca: 55 min; Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk: 55 min; Toro County Park: 15 min; Wild Things at Vision Quest Ranch: 15 min
Amenities
- Free parking
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- High-speed Internet
- Internet Access
- Pool
- Wireless Internet
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1400
- Check-out:
- 1100
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (160)
Ratings and reviews for Good Nite Inn Salinas - Monterey - Carmel
- All travelers (160) 2.9 / 5
- Business (35) 3 / 5
- Couples (45) 3.2 / 5
- Families (44) 2.6 / 5
- Friends (11) 3.5 / 5
- Singles (23) 2.3 / 5
- Amenities:
- 2.6
- Room cleanliness:
- 3.3
- Hotel staff:
- 3.6
- Room comfort:
- 3.2
- Location:
- 3.4
- Value:
- 3.8
68%
would recommend to a friend.
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- Highest score
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Reviewer score
Would not recommend
mr lee sr
Lacking
Says they have premium movie channels, but none listed on the info card
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Toni Super Friend
Needed a place to stay
I needed a place to stay for one night in the Salinas, CA area. This place was convienent. Right off the freeway and close to where I needed to be. I was traveling alone and found the place to be secure, comfortable and somewhat clean. I didn't need any amenities, only a clean room with a warm shower, a bed and a tv.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Saved a bundle!
The room was good except for the carpet which died years ago! The bed was surprisingly comfortable. It's three stories but the elevator makes it a non-issue. The staff were wonderful. We showed up several hours before check-in but were given a room right away. I asked if I could fill up our water bottles and was given new cold bottled water instead. The toilet was not flushing well when we got there but they fixed it while we were out. The location is easy to find and get to. It is a short drive to the aquarium in Monterey. The money we saved on the hotel allowed us to buy more souvenirs for the grandchildren.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Norma's Family Restaurant is just down the street. Good food, average prices.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
rapidsquirrel
Worked well for business travel
The room was fine, very clean, but nothing special. The bed wasn't very comfortable, but it served its purpose. The staff was friendly enough. They have muffins and coffee for breakfast, but that's it. Not an amazing place, but good value for the price.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
gizmozoid
Good budget hotel for a night
Surprisingly comfortable for the very low price. Basic amenities, but bed was good. Street side room was a little noisy with the truck traffic, especially with the gap under the door, but wasn't bad at night. 20min to Laguna Seca, right next to 101.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Get something downtown or on one of the neighboring exits on 101. Nothing nearby the motel.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Isgirl
nice room but bad things going on
The room was clean but you only get a mini muffin and coffee for breakfast, with no food on weekends. You have to pay to have a microwave in your room but they had none. There are no coffee makers in the rooms and you can get a hair dryer at the front desk. I had a problem with something taken and went to the manger, I waited to get a answer from him about it,he never got back to me. The maids were great and did there jobs well.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 1
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 2
- Value:
- 3
Dining tip:
Long walk from hotel
lots of places to eat. The beach is just a short ride and Santa Cruz is about 45 mins away.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Estinoza
Doesn't get any better for the price
I expected the worst for the price i paid (which was cheap) and was pleasantly surprized. My only complaints would be the walls were thin and you could hear the water running in the pipes and traffic going by all night in a busy commercial area. The bed was hard but clean and they ran out of breakfast before we made it down.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 5
Entertainment tip:
Short drive from hotel
Short drive to Monterey Bay which is why we were in the area. Good price compared to hotels closer.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Mister Wonderful
Awesome value
From check-in to check-out it was a pleasure. The staff was awesome with immediate action, the hot tub was the perfect temperature, our neighbors were friendly, the room was quiet, the tub was larger than most tubs and the value was unbeatable. It was a skimpy breakfast; but for half the price of comparable motels, we were satisfied. We had stayed here before and we'll stay here again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
DBV1
Trip to Monterey
Over all pretty good. The room was clean but the sheet smelled like chlorine. Good value for the price.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Black Bear Diner a coup,e of exits north.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great room.
Perfect location, can't miss it from the freeway. Room was clean, carpet a bit old, but ok. Staff was ok. For the value, this is a great deal.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Money-saving tip:
Short drive from hotel
Bring shorts for swimming in the pool and jacuzzi.
