Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area

2.5 star property
Hotel in Salinas with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds, free WiFi
Porch
Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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144 Kern St, Salinas, CA, 93905
  • Place, National Steinbeck Center
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, California Rodeo Grounds
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Salinas Sports Complex
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 235 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 235 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Salinas

Located within a mile (2 km) of National Steinbeck Center, Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area is within 2 miles (3 km) of Aguila Cultural Center. This 32-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • National Steinbeck Center - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Steinbeck House - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • California Rodeo Grounds - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Salinas Sports Complex - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Northridge Mall - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 7 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fresh M Produce - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area

Hotel in Salinas with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
At Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and free newspapers. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a water dispenser.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 27-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.

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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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free rollaway/extra beds are available
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Property is also known as

Quality Inn Salinas
Quality Salinas
Salinas Quality Inn
Quality Inn Salinas Hotel
Quality Inn Salinas Salinas
Quality Inn Salinas Hotel Salinas

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area?

Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area?

As of Oct 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area on Nov 9, 2025 start from $94.58, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see around Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area?

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

Is there parking available at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area include a casino at the property?

No, Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk plus some guestrooms include free Internet access.

Does Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area have a hot tub?

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

Does Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area.

Does Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area?

The closest major airport to Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area is Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is 2.5 mi away (7 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is located 20.7 mi away (34-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area.