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Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area

2.5 star property
Salinas hotel in Sunset area

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Exterior
Reception
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Lobby
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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181 Kern St, Salinas, CA, 93905
  • Place, National Steinbeck Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Steinbeck House
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Aguila Cultural Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Salinas

Sunset stay.Your stay at this Sunset hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of 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 - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Steinbeck House - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Aguila Cultural Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • First Mayor's House - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 8 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fresh M Produce - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area

Salinas hotel in Sunset area
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A fitness center, multilingual staff, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area. Free self parking is available.

This Salinas hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 61 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area offers 61 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 1 2025 to December 31 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 150.00 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 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 credit 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Comfort Inn Salinas
Comfort Salinas
Comfort & Suites Of Salinas
Comfort Inn Suites of Salinas
Comfort Inn & Suites of Salinas Hotel
Comfort Inn & Suites of Salinas Salinas
Comfort Inn & Suites of Salinas Hotel Salinas

Frequently asked questions

How close is Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area to the airport?

Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area is 2.7 mi (8-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 Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area?

As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area on Jun 28, 2026 start from CA $153, 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 Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area.

How close is Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area to the beach?

This hotel is 17.6 mi (29-min drive) from Island Beach and 18.3 mi (30-min drive) from Moss Landing State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area offer free breakfast?

Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area have a pool?

Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area does not have a pool.

Does Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area to downtown Salinas?

Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area is 0.9 mi away from Salinas.

Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 326 out of 787 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 787 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 787 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 787 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 787 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARICAR

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole hotel is very clean - smells good spotless ! the manager and the people working there are very nice accomodating and friendly I recommend this place !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple place with friendly staff, a comfortable bed, and mediocre breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay, great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Front Desk person was so friendly and it made me feel very comfortable about staying there. The room was very clean and smelled good. We enjoyed our stay. me feel more comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service
Check in was excellent, so very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was so sweet! Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean, slightly dated but it was very nice. staff was very friendly, and continental breakfast was good!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Damon

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely owners and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The woman who checked us in was so kind and welcoming!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, comfy beds, clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cheng-Yu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Jeramie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are quite outdated but it was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

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

Great place to stay

Clean, comfortable, and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for my grandsons baseball tournament for the weekend. Friendly hospitality. Convenient. Rooms are clean. No complaints at all. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very nice breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nestor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff is really friendly and rooms are really comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

hilda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Bridgette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist was beyond amazing and extremely kind. I don't leave reviews but after the amazing treatment that was received, I had to. We travel quite a bit and this was by far the best treatment/welcoming we have ever received.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, friendly front desk and close to where we need to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless. Staff very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good central location, staff were friendly and helpful, room and facility were well appointed, room seemed to have been recently renovated and was clean and fresh.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Prasad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

letty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very efficient and knowledgeable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well kept, friendly staff, perfect for a good night’s rest.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The women who check us in in the evening was very kind and personable
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025