Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area

2.0 star property
Motel in Salinas with free parking

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

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

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, Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum
    ‪3 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
  • Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • First Mayor's House - 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, California Rodeo Grounds, and Salinas Sports Complex. You'll also find The Farm and Steinbeck House within a short drive.

Is parking available on site 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.

Is Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area a good place to stay for couples?

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, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

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, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area.

Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 386 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 113 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 160 out of 1006 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Haley

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was not notified that the pool was closed and under construction or that also we would not have any access to an ice machine (no refrigerator in the room). Also was given a key that didn’t work and had to lug all my things up and down stairs (2x) to collect new key (front desk person wouldn’t bring it to me). Place is very sketch…smells like chicken soup, smoke & death. Likely prostitution in the back parking lot where semi trucks also park. Actual roach motel (yes saw one in the room) I didn’t even complete my stay—just horrific.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Orlando

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erick, Hollistet

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Luz

Business traveler, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Amenities
I had to change rooms because the room I booked was on the second floor unknowingly to me and I can't do stairs. They gave me a room on the ground level however it cost me twice and a half more the price!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There wee none of the usual accommodations such as iron hair dryer coffee pot and coffee on the room lastly no microwave
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marybel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marybel

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

6/10 Okay

Brandon

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Etta

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in and I loves I was able to pay cash not all hotels accept cash so
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

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

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Laure

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Marginal condition. Inexpensive

Room marginally clean. Beds a bit like a hammock---just worn out. Bathroom and room floor in poor condition. Wifi weak and sometimes not at all.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erick, Hollistet

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Raul

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Not too bad, it was clean and ideal to come with a dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nieves

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good experience to stay there
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nieves

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good experience
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Roberto

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Oleg, Miami

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose, Chicago

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025