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Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area

2.5 star property
Hotel in Salinas with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

Explore the area

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144 Kern St, Salinas, CA, 93905
  • Place, National Steinbeck Center
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, California Rodeo Grounds
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Salinas Sports Complex
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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

Blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds, free rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds, free rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds, free rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds, free rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Salinas

Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area puts you in the centre of Salinas, 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from National Steinbeck Center and 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Aguila Cultural Center. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast and free self-parking. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and free newspapers in the lobby. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Salinas hotel include Monterey Bay and WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.

What's nearby

  • National Steinbeck Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • California Rodeo Grounds - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Steinbeck House - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Salinas Sports Complex - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Northridge Mall - 4 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 7 min drive
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 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 in Salinas with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area also features coffee/tea in 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)
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. 27-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry 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 cot
  • 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.
  • Lift (89 centimetre 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 cot
  • 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

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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 cots (infant beds)!

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 all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Children aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area?

Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 2 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area on 9 Nov 2025 start from NZ$196.06, including 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.

Is parking available at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area?

Yep, Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area?

The closest beach to Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area is Marina State Beach (15.2 km).

Is Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area is a hit with families.

Does Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary buffet brekkie is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area?

No, Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area Reviews

6.8

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 259 out of 959 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 959 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 179 out of 959 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 124 out of 959 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 150 out of 959 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Fransena

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

2/10 Terrible

Kaselynn, Orange cove

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I arrived at the property I was a bit too early for check in so I was asked to wait due to the room wasn’t ready yet which was no problem at all. I came back at 3 pm to check in got my key walked up to my room which was on the 3rd floor and once I walked in the room was dirty as hell there were cigarette buds behind the bed frame, walls were dirty, the orange couches in the room were filthy with stains and other body fluids I’m guessing as well. Not to mention the tv and phone didn’t work. The bathroom was molded in visible places like how could you miss that. The towels were stained but smelled clean. There was a hole in the ventilation to the restroom I’m not sure what happened there. I couldn’t even go anywhere else because everything was full in that area so I was out of luck. Please don’t let the pictures on the website fool you because I surely was.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really nice .!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall, the property was fine for my one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jim

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

Dirty room

The room was dirty
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Elisabeth

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort

3 stars at best

Room was ok. A floor was dirty. No shampoo for shower. Towels thin and not folded well. Room appeared clean beside floor but not organized well. Things out of place. One outlet didn’t work to charge. No luggage rack. Bed and linens were nice though.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

VERY interesting area ! Must read !!

First and Foremost, this “hotel” is right on the most popular street for prostitution just FYI… Secondly, the freeway is right in front so just be aware of noise levels lol. Will I ever stay there again ? Probably not.. The place definitely needs renovating. Broken furniture, lights out , loud exhaust fan , etc.. I will say that the bed was comfy . Overall , my stay was ok but like I said ..just keep in mind the 2 things I mentioned above that way you can make the call to stay or not.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

A lot worse than the one in king city, not recomme

Definitely not good for family to stay there, specially if you have kids. Inefficient front desk workers, marijuana smell in the parking lot, mold on the restroom ceiling, dirty frozen ice in the freezer, stained carpet. Our unit didn’t have shampoo, when I went to asked for it, they didn’t even have a new bottle, gave me two used ones!! Worst motel I have ever stayed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Iwona

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julio

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Visible and hazardous mold in the units. I would recommend Expedia do the healthy thing and remove this hotel from their platform. Pinky, the manager, was rude, vulgar and accused my family of stealing his hotel’s towels. If zero stars were possible, I would give it zero.
Black mold. Very unhealthy and hazardous.
Black mold. Very unhealthy and hazardous.
Black mold. Very unhealthy and hazardous.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

marylou, Bakersfield

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The man who was supposed to check us in stated he was the manager and was rude and canceled my room along with my sisters room and nieces room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Eileen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tina

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Choice, never another stay in your properties, how could you let your name be associated with this property? What a dump.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Elsa

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller

Not worth it

I wish I knew their breakfast started at 7am. Because I was in town for work, and had to be there at 6:30am. I stayed at 2 other motels, of similar value, in the same area, and they both started at 6am for their breakfast. Other than that, and being overcharged almost $35 for my stay, it was adequate. They charged a different price per night than quoted on this app. I never thought I'd have to pay more for less amenities. I will not be staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It’s basically truck stop motel. The room was a little beaten up, grubby stains on door, wallboard patched in a couple of spots very incompetently. Toilet dark brown under rim, like it never is cleaned completely. Didn’t notice til I was sitting on the bed putting on my shoes. I’m tall, so I saw the top of the shower enclosure: I doubt that part’s ever been cleaned. I’ve got pictures.
Shower enclosure
Shower enclosure
Shower enclosure
Look under the rim.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Horst

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Alles zufriedenstellend. Besuch von Steinbeck-Center gut.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ricardo M.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The property Manager was really good guy. He answered all my questions. The property needs an upgrade. Other than that everything was good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025