Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area

2.0 star property
Motel perfectly located for exploring Sunset

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Combined shower/tub, towels
Lobby lounge
Property entrance
Reception
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 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
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Aguila Cultural Center
    ‪2 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
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Salinas

Sunset stay.Your stay at this Sunset motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of National Steinbeck Center and Aguila Cultural Center. First Mayor's House and Steinbeck House are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • National Steinbeck Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Aguila Cultural Center - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Steinbeck House - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • First Mayor's House - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum - 2 min drive - 2.6 km

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
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area

Motel perfectly located for exploring Sunset
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area. Self parking is free.

This Salinas motel is smoke free.

  • 121 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Deli
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area offers 121 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Salinas motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

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

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

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: 18

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

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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)
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, Diners Club, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open March 01 and close November 01.
  • Children stay 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.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area to the airport?

Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area is 2.5 mi (3-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 Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area on Jun 15, 2026 start from CA $85, 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 Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area.

How close is Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area to the beach?

This motel is 17.6 mi (27-min drive) from Island Beach and 18.3 mi (29-min drive) from Moss Landing State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area offer free breakfast?

Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area?

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

Is there free parking at Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area have a pool?

Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area to downtown Salinas?

Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area is 0.9 mi away from Salinas.

Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 421 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 109 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 147 out of 1005 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Hipolita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms and friendly cleaning staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Given a good room close to our car. Quiet and clean, slept very well.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Sayuri

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very kind front desk staff. Clean. Convenient for a quick stop. Well lighted parking area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shuleung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room is clean and the staff are courteous and helpful as usual.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jerwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Need a room for one night because I was working in town. This room adequate for just that. Nothing fancy. No complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Friendly staff and guests. Room was comfortable. No fridge, but fine overall.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was okay. Shower had good pressure. Heater worked well. The bed needs to be replaced; the springs were shot.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Dani

Liked: Cleanliness
Good price and the parking lot was well lit, which made me feel safe. The place had all the basic amenities I needed. However, the TV had a line on the screen, and the shower head was leaking and didn’t provide enough water pressure.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cost was.low enough but property was in a goodnshape.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Travis

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was ok
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Melissa

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We checked in a litte before 9pm and it was kinda a lengthy process for check ins. Got to our room and several cars were outside with music blaring and a bunch of people drinking..yelling. Got to the room no remote...went to office to get one they gave me one with dead batteries so at that point i just tried to go to bed...lots of noise though.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Lissette

We stayed here for one night and the room was dirt
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nieves

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good experience to stay there
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Micah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bed was comfy and food options in the area was really good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Estefany

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didnt check in
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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4/10 Poor

Cameron

Disliked: Staff & service
The staff was a bit rude. And we specifically had booked a smoke free room which smelled HEAVILY of smoke...
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The room was clean and the mattress was good. Ridiculous pricing at $200 for a Motel 6 - they really got me for a one night last minute stay when everyone else was full. For that price they don't even provide shampoo. Was lucky to get soap.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Mayra

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Dirty
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Norietta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is safe and easy ,thanks
Stayed 22 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Giselle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good affordable place to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

It’s was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Etta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We use the handicap rooms. Love them because husband can walk right in
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good staff. Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025