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Steinbeck Lodge

Property class: 2
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Oldtown Salinas

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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109 John St, Salinas, CA, 93901
  • Place, Steinbeck House
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Aguila Cultural Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, National Steinbeck Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with blinds.

2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a nightstand with a lamp, and artwork on the walls.

1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a nightstand with a lamp, and artwork on the walls.

1 Queen Bed ADA Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There are two bedside tables with lamps.

2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with blinds.

2 Double Beds ADA Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Salinas

Oldtown Salinas stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Oldtown Salinas hotel, you'll find National Steinbeck Center and Aguila Cultural Center. Steinbeck House and First Mayor's House are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Steinbeck House - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Aguila Cultural Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • National Steinbeck Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • First Mayor's House - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 16 min walk
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fresh M Produce - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪31st Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪El Chilacatazo - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Steinbeck Lodge

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Oldtown Salinas
Steinbeck Lodge offers its guests laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Salinas hotel is smoke free.

  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
Steinbeck Lodge offers 43 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers. 40-inch LED televisions come with cable channels.

This Salinas hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 200 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 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
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

Frequently asked questions

How close is Steinbeck Lodge to the airport?

Steinbeck Lodge is 2.6 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 Steinbeck Lodge?

As of Oct 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steinbeck Lodge on Nov 19, 2026 start from CA $131, 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 Steinbeck Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Steinbeck Lodge.

How close is Steinbeck Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is 13.6 mi (38-min drive) from Salinas River State Beach and 16.7 mi (30-min drive) from Monterey State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Steinbeck Lodge offer free breakfast?

Steinbeck Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Steinbeck Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Steinbeck Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Steinbeck Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Steinbeck Lodge have a pool?

Steinbeck Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Steinbeck Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Steinbeck Lodge to downtown Salinas?

Steinbeck Lodge is 0.3 mi away from Salinas.

Steinbeck Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 285 out of 437 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 93 out of 437 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 437 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 437 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 437 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the best hotel in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great staff will consider staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very kind people, clean motel, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and great price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was great, location is awesome. Spent 4th of July weekend here to visit family and it was close to everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recently remodeled, but they did a great job!!! Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for a single night on the road.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, excellent customer service
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff was very nice and good location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The overall stay was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioning worked well and staff cleaned room up nicely
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice room in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, spruced up motor lodge. Clean, spacious, comfortable rooms. Great for our group of 6 headed to the Steinbeck museum and house. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great week stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Clean and updated rooms, plenty of parking. Not many things to do around the property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was cleaned. Property was clean. In great location to downtown. Easy check-in and checkout.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quick stopover. Basic room amenities (e.g. microwave, mini fridge). Bathroom was clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay...the property is well maintained, centrally located, quiet and safe on-site parking. The rooms are reasonably priced, clean and comfortable...AC, TV, etc. The staff are great and very accommodating. We will definitely be staying there when we return to town. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to stay near Pinnacles NP and Big Sur!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is on a busy street with traffic noise well into the night. Staff was friendly enough but office was locked when we were leaving. Found a nice pub within walking distance. OK place for one night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and ready when I checked in. Parking lot was really well light which helped me to feel my vehicle was more secure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room. I enjoyed the hospitality there and I look forward to staying there again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff and area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and room was clean. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026