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Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area

2.5 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Salinas

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

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, Natividad Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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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
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Salinas

Heart of Salinas.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Salinas hotel, you'll find National Steinbeck Center and Aguila Cultural Center. First Mayor's House and Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • National Steinbeck Center - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Steinbeck House - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • First Mayor's House - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum - 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 - ‬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 perfectly located for exploring Salinas
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area also features coffee/tea in a common area, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Salinas hotel.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. 27-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

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

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 27-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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

How close is Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area to the airport?

Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area is 2.5 mi (7-min drive) away from the Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jan 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area on Jan 15, 2026 start from $73.88, 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.

Does Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area.

How close is Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area to the beach?

This hotel is 17.6 mi (28-min drive) from Island Beach and 18.3 mi (29-min drive) from Moss Landing State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area offer free breakfast?

Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

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

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area have a pool?

Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area does not have a pool.

Does Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area to downtown Salinas?

Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area is 0.9 mi away from Salinas.

Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 263 out of 981 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 981 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 183 out of 981 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 131 out of 981 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 155 out of 981 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Simon

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unprofessional manager who often used foul language and overreacted when asked to compensate us for lack of internet by kicking us out in 30 minutes to refund our last night when all I asked for was “some compensation”.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 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

6/10 Okay

Bonfilio

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Area in not good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

jose

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Muchos problemas en los cuartos agua en la alfombra pintura de techos callendose puertas no poder abrir bien
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karina

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The man at the counter was very rude didn't even say hello when i checked in. My key didn't work and he acted like it was my fault for not doing it right but I've opened hotel doors many times and never had a problem. He was grumpy and should not be in customer service if he hates people. The carpet had stains everywhere, the fridge was disgusting, the bolt inside door was broken. Also there is way more rooms than parking so you will have a hard time finding a place to park if you get to your room late. I did not feel safe here and will never be back. I would advice to stay at the motel y next door. It looked clean and had plenty of parking and had a security outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yan

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

2/10 Terrible

Paola

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

Bed bugs

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was comfortable. HOWEVER, bathroom sink was clogged, both hot and cold faucets ran HOT. No one on officr. Also had to get keys 3 tomes to get door open Befsidetabkes stickly..floir very dirty. Poor facilitu.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Guillermo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Nothing special here, just a place to stay. Small breakfast room and bkfst nothing special but just ok
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Fransena

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities
Check in took awhile, room had bad smell like mold. Dirty walls.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ruslan

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I havent stayed at a whole lot of hotels, but this one has to be the worst i have ever been to. This place is very unclean. Our room smelled bad, the bedsheets and towels were stained, the toilet paper dispenser had MOLD. On top of this, there were smudges on the walls in our room and blood in the elevator. The gentleman at the front was a little grumpy and slow. I do not recommend this hotel. The only plus was the breakfast included, though limited, and In n out was a minute walk away.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025