Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area

2.0 star property
Motel in Salinas with free parking

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Property entrance
Reception
Property grounds

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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140 Kern St, Salinas, CA, 93905
  • Place, National Steinbeck Center
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Steinbeck House
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Natividad Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Salinas

Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area places you within a mile (2 km) of National Steinbeck Center and Aguila Cultural Center. This 121-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a terrace.

What's nearby

  • National Steinbeck Center - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Steinbeck House - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • First Mayor's House - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Natividad Hospital - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 8 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fresh M Produce - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area

Motel in Salinas with free parking
Guests staying at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a vending machine. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Free local calls are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (33 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area?

Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do close to Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area?

This motel is located in Salinas, close to National Steinbeck Center, Salinas Sports Complex, and Steinbeck House. You'll also find California Rodeo Grounds and Northridge Mall within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking and RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area include a casino?

No, Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area?

Amenities at this motel that appeal to couples include a terrace and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, cats and dogs can stay for free at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area.

Are there connecting rooms at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area?

Yes, this motel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area?

The closest major airport to Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area is Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is 2.5 mi away (3 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is located 20.6 mi away (34-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area.

Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 372 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 118 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 168 out of 1010 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jovan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilton

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek Scott

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

macadeo

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lilian

Disliked: Cleanliness
I was not aware that I had to submit a second license or ID for my partner as we had lost the wallet and they wouldn't take my information therefore I lost my booking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lucas

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Cole

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Korina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The people at the front desk were super helpful and really nice! It’s a good deal for the quality
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yongjiao

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Noidy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carlos

Yuk

Awful, dirty and smelly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

lisa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

robert, Long Beach

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
bad area, too many homeless around, ok hotel, a little dirty , shower head spraying everywhere, random fireworks in the middle of the night. pricey for conditions, but not bad, not too many choices
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

EDWARD

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotels.com sucks

The hotel was great. Using hotels.com was a mistake. I will never use your service again and will influence others not to use hotels.com for anything
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bed was comfy and food options in the area was really good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rogelio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s right next to four of favorite restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Leticia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good just the water to showers it's not hot. I like to shower with hot water and it was no hot. Plus no samples of shampoo or conditioner
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Luisa

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Clean room . Comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There are many places to shop near by. The staff is very friendly. It is clean and comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025