Chinatown Travel Guide
Salinas
Popular places to visit
National Steinbeck Center
Immerse yourself in the life, times and works of legendary American novelist John Steinbeck through memorabilia, photos, journals and film.
Toro County Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Toro County Park and enjoy the cycling trails in Salinas. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Salinas Sports Complex
Catch an event at Salinas Sports Complex and enjoy other activities in Salinas such as golfing.Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
California Rodeo Grounds
Catch an event at California Rodeo Grounds and enjoy other activities in Salinas such as golfing.Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Monterey Zoo
Meet the animals who call Monterey Zoo home during your travels in Salinas. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Natividad Hospital
If Natividad Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Salinas.
Top hotels in Chinatown
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
staff was very accommodating and had a lot of good recommendations! It’s beautiful, clean and affordable. We will definitely be back.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Room was clean with fantastic views.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Carpet was dirty and there were stains on one of the bed sheets. You have to go out of the building to get water from the dispenser and you need a flashlight to find the elevator. Outside the building is very dust and dirty everywhere. Is more like a cheap motel and self parking is $20 dollars per ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
The Monterey Hotel
Parkingis a challenge. Onsite valet only at the back of the buildibg for $39 a day. Public lots are nearby. Rooms are charming but ours was very warm even though it was cold outsude. No A/C in our room.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Quaint, clean and cute! About 20 min walk to cannery row. Great ice cream at scoops across the street. Quiet hotel at top of town which I prefer not to be in the thick of the tourist area
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
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Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Oldtown Salinas
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Oldtown Salinas. You might want to make time for a stop at National Steinbeck Center or Aguila Cultural Center.
