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Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area

2.5 star property
Hotel in Salinas with free parking

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Lobby sitting area
Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds, free WiFi
Front of property - evening/night
Porch
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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144 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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 235 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 235 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area

Hotel in Salinas with free parking
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 Feb 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area on Feb 17, 2026 start from $78.38, 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 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 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 amenities will couples enjoy at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free breakfast plus some guestrooms include kitchens and 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.

Are there connecting rooms at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area?

No, at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 266 out of 990 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 990 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 184 out of 990 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 133 out of 990 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 156 out of 990 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Eriberto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was not very friendly. And they were rushing us to check out as we were packing to check out.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Andrea

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Paola

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wouldn’t come back here if they paid me to. The customer service was terrible, over the phone and in person. I was yelled at and treated poorly because they didn’t understand my question. The place is dirty. Walking on the carpet left our feet black, the door hadn’t been wiped, there were hairs in the tub. The monitors in the rooms beeped every so often all day and night.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Silvia

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air aroma is unpleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gheyasuddin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking easy. No place set up for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

jose

Traveled with partner
Bad customer servise
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay not to bad no deposit plus
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Dana

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our room was quite dirty. The refrigerator was yellow inside the cable wires for the television we’re sticking out of the wall, not connected, the manager did come in and connect it, but it was rigged and not properly placed. I ended up taking a shower and was creaking so much. I thought I was gonna fall through the floor.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajesh

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Veronica

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Bathroom was dirty. There was mold on walls and in shower. Room smelled.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

CHIANN YU

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is old and did not remodel for a long time.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faustino

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great customer service, room condition was great very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Matthew, Oregon City

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Doesn't have RV parking or truck parking. From lady in the check-in lied about parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael, Rancho Cordova

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Woefully unclean room. Black mold caked around shower head....top of shower stall has never been clean....doors with visible dirt and hand prints. Dead flies on the floor ....dried boogers on the bathroom walls...disgusting!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

James

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

colin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely happy lady in reception who greeted us. Hotel was clean, breakfast was ok and for the price good value for the area on a saturday night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Erik

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Seems like a dangerous area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Ruth

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Counter service is poor. I called to change booking and was placed on hold for nearly 10 minutes (he said hold for 5 minutes) before hanging up and calling back. When I finally checked in the clerk at the counter was SLOW and eventually gave me my room key. When I checked out the next morning, again, REALLY SLOW. I got a no smoking room but it smelled somewhat smoking and the room seemed barren with the towels in the bathroom and I didn't see the wash cloth, until after my shower since it was on the outside sink. I've stayed at Motel 6 as a last resort and Motel 6 rooms appeared better and cleaner than what Quality Inn Salinas represented.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The onsite manager he is out of this world. helpful and quick to resolve any minor issues. room clean on a daily. amazing. I will certainly stay with the family next time. amazing hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Barry, Fern park

Traveled with family
You get what you pay for. Free breakfast of waffles, cerial and fruit. Not too bad
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

GAELLE

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

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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