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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG

Property class: 3

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A reception area with a counter, two pendant lights, a refrigerator, and a wooden floor.
A breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items and a chalkboard with breakfast options.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a wardrobe.
A hallway with a refrigerator stocked with beverages and snacks, and shelves with packaged food items.
A modern lobby with seating areas, a coffee station, and a television screen.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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195 Kern St, Salinas, CA, 93905
  • Place, National Steinbeck Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Steinbeck House
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a window with blinds.

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a mirror.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Accessible Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a large mirror.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a large mirror.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication Accessible)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a window with blinds.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a window with blinds.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a window with blinds.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bed with white bedding and pillows against a wooden headboard.

Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bed with white bedding and pillows against a wooden headboard.

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a large mirror.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Salinas

Located in Sunset within 2 miles (3 km) of National Steinbeck Center, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Salinas Sports Complex. This 3-star hotel has 76 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • National Steinbeck Center - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Steinbeck House - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Aguila Cultural Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • First Mayor's House - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 9 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fresh M Produce - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mariscos Costa Azul - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG

At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a 24-hour business center. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with luggage storage and securing valuables. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a computer station, and express check-in.
50-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Microwaves, coffee makers, and free newspapers are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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Oct 26 - Oct 27
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (36 inches high)
  • Grab bar near toilet (36 inches high)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (32 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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, 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are 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 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, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Salinas Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas Hotel Salinas
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Holiday Inn Express Salinas Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG?

As of Oct 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG on Oct 25, 2026 start from $132, 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 can I see near Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG?

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

Will I be able to park at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible van parking is also available for guests.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG include a casino?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free wired internet as well as a free daily breakfast and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG offers free on-the-go breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG?

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

Where is the closest airport to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG is Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is 2.8 mi away (8 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is located 20.9 mi away (36-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 698 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay! Great breakfast and staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if you’re visiting the northern coast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hospitable, friendly, courteous staff and very clean property with a nice location overlooking the Gabilan Range and agriculture.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, helpful staff, convenient parking, good coffee in the breakfast area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel to stay! Friendly Staff, Rooms clean!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room with super nice staff! The breakfast is awesome. I really like their coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Rooms are clean and easy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, staff was great,, excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and great breakfast if youre looking for clean and safe place to check in
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good food nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, perfect for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great yummy breakfast..fresh every morning..rooms very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, clean, spacious room for 5
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here a few times and it
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, professional front desk staff. Large comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was extremely clean and well maintained. The staff was friendly and helpful. Used the gym and took advantage of the free continental breakfast. We were very pleased with this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New hotel, clean rooms, very friendly staff, and great breakfast. Everything was great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great the room were clean the breakfast was good but they don’t stock the items the entire time the breakfast is available they ran out of items before the time was over so plan to arrive early
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff at check-in. Clean room, pleasant stay, good breakfast with friendly staff. Easy checkout. I will add to my list of choices to stay when I'm in town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Friendly staff. Easy check-in. Just a little of road noise. Comfortable beds. Breakfast was very good and staff was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026

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