Western Motel

2.0 star property

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Exterior
Standard Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Exterior

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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6 South Wood Street, Salinas, CA, 93905
  • Place, National Steinbeck Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Steinbeck House
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Aguila Cultural Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Salinas

Located in Sunset within a mile (2 km) of Salinas Fairways Golf Course, Western Motel is within 2 miles (3 km) of National Steinbeck Center. This 23-room motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and TVs.

What's nearby

  • Salinas Fairways Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • National Steinbeck Center - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Steinbeck House - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Aguila Cultural Center - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • First Mayor's House - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 8 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Western Motel

Guests staying at Western Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and a vending machine. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with concierge services, and answer any questions about the accommodations.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and wardrobes or closets 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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express 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 doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: USD 250.00 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 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 reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free 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 reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Western Motel Salinas
Western Salinas
WESTERN MOTEL Motel
WESTERN MOTEL Salinas
WESTERN MOTEL Motel Salinas

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Western Motel?

Western Motel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Western Motel?

As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Western Motel on Jun 11, 2026 start from $140, including 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's there to see around Western Motel?

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

Is parking available on site at Western Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Western Motel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Western Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Western Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Western Motel?

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

Does Western Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Western Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Western Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Western Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at Western Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Western Motel?

The closest major airport to Western Motel is Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is 1.6 mi away (3 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is located 20.1 mi away (32-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Western Motel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Western Motel.

Western Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 158 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 158 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 158 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 158 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 158 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay and clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Loren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Basic accomodations but great wifi.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ahida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good customer service, room was clean and staff polite
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

william

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
3rd x staying there; adequate place to sleep
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the quietness of the property plus walkable to store and more
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel excellent but hotels.com horrible
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A clean hotel, and the check-in was easy. Secured access to the rooms. Maybe a little under furnished in the rooms (only a folding chair and 1 night stand, no suitcase stand or anywhere to hang clothes), there was a refrigerator though. Great old school US highway type hotel for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I saw cameras in the room and the bathroom..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Lester

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Small
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

EDWIN

Na
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Divya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Richie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place look really sketchy and stairs was hard to carry my baggage up …
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

James

Disliked: Amenities
I hate properties where you have to be buzzed into the lobby and the staff are behind safety glass the whole time
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and appeared newly renovated. Somewhat spartan; small, one folding chair for seating, bare white walls. Had refrigerator and microwave, but no coffee pot. Perfectly fine though, if you just need a place to sleep for a night or two.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful and friendly staff Centrally-located Two door keys stopped working in one day - Run-down area - No floormats for the slippery bathroom - No coffee, no Continental b'fast - No table in room, but there was no space for one -
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dan

Average room, and up keep. I was surprised that they wanted my Spouse to pay for the room. They voiced that they used my card to make the reservation. I Prefer using a credit card once.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Todo
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Futoshi

Liked: Staff & service
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Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Seyi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Closeness to highway, no coffee/tea in room for a motel costing almost $200 a night! Bathing soap, shampoo and conditioner were flimsy and cheap, no body lotion. It is disappointing
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great customer service! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
ok for the money paid
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The western doesn’t look like much from the outside, but it is clean and the managers are very welcoming. Overall, a great place to stay for work.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Had this motel cost me under $100 I would give it a better review but for $145 I expect more than I got. The room was so small there was no space to do yoga or work out. The towels had stains on them which was very disappointing and unappealing. There was no body lotion - only a shampoo/conditioner mix which was so so and soap. On the positive side, the man who checked me in was very nice and friendly. Check in and out was easy. Other than the stained towels everything was very clean. The bed was comfy enough and it was basically ok as a place to sleep. Nothing else. I wish I had paid the $30 more to stay in Monterey as the area really didn’t have much. I was trying to save a buck but it ended up not being worth the money. Again, for a simple place to sleep it is totally fine had it been $70 or tops $80 but for $145 I want space to move around the room, unstained towels, coffee in the room, lotion and better shampoo/conditioner. In the end I understand motels lost a lot of money last yr in the pandemic and for that reason I am happy to pay the $145 if it will help them back on their feet but overall I felt a little ripped off.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Nothing to say
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never again

The desk person was kinda rude. They changed me more that what was posted on site
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021