Best Western Salinas Monterey

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Best Western
8.1 (657 reviews)
175 Kern Street , Salinas , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Good value for money
Convenient location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Poor food quality
Inadequate customer service

Categories

Cleanliness
7.63
Several guests reported cleanliness issues, including bugs and stains, which negatively impacted their perception.
Service
8.8
Most guests praised the staff for being friendly and helpful, although there were some mentions of poor customer service experiences.
Location
8.64
The location was convenient for travel, with nearby access to food and major highways, although there were concerns about the safety of the area.
Room Quality
7.89
Some reviews mentioned that the rooms were clean and comfortable, but there were complaints about bugs and mattress conditions.
Amenities
8.12
Amenities such as free breakfast and 24/7 beverage access were appreciated, but there were some complaints about food quality.
Value for Money
8.38
Many reviews indicated that the pricing was reasonable for the location and event timing, providing good value.
Food and Beverage
7.13
Guests found the breakfast lacking variety, and there were complaints about sausage quality.
Overall Experience
8.2
Mixed reviews on overall experience, with several positive aspects but notable incidents of dissatisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 17:23

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
Indulge in the outdoor pool with a relaxing hot tub at the Best Western Salinas Monterey. Unwind in guest rooms equipped with free Wi-Fi, a microwave, refrigerator, and coffee facilities.

Convenience at Your Fingertips
Stay productive with access to the hotel's gym, business center, and laundry facilities. Enjoy in-room movies and stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi during your stay.

Explore Nearby Attractions
Discover the wonders of Salinas, California, with the Monterey Bay Aquarium just a short drive away. Immerse yourself in the literary world at the John Steinbeck Center, located only a mile from the hotel.

Book your stay now at the Best Western Salinas Monterey for a memorable experience!

Important information:

Property elevator will be under renovation from 10/12/2022 to 11/07/2022. We apologize for this inconvenience.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Swimming pool: Closed from Fri, Oct 31, 2025 until Mon, Mar 30, 2026

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MRY

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for US$10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 42.86
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Door Width: 82
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 657 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.63
Service: 8.8
Location: 8.64
Room Quality: 7.89
Amenities: 8.12
Value for Money: 8.38
Food and Beverage: 7.13
Overall Experience: 8.2
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Sue • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

the clock in the room was 25 minutes behind so we missed breakfast

Cons:

aside from the clock all was good

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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philippe • extended_group • fr
8
2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Mohamed • couple • us
10
2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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Lynnette • family_with_children • us
9
Clean and nice to stay at.
Pros:

Property was clean and well maintained

Cons:

Shower water pressure was poor

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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karina • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Always stay here when family in town. Like the security of it..
Well kept. They keep one entrance open only. Which is good to keep an eye on who coming and going.

Cons:

No complaints

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Nadine • couple • us
10
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Nadine • couple • us
10
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Monserrat • extended_group • mx
8
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Doreli Yobana • couple • us
10
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Weston • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Vlad-Corneliu • extended_group • ro
6
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Kirsten • solo_traveller • us
1
the worst
Pros:

I had a horrible stay the staff walked into the room while I slept the amenities I booked a room at that hotel to use were broken the staff was so rude room has dirty towels in it and did nothing to help with any of the issues I will never stay there again I will tell asamy ppl as I can not to and booking.com was no help either

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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chrystal • couple • us
5
Cons:

Did not feel 100% safe with parking it’s a shared location with a McDonald’s and was just a little shady

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Fortunata • couple • us
10
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • solo_traveller • us
3
Pros:

I like the location of the hotel

Cons:

Staff are very strict and they make you feel uncomfortable. They didnt allow me to play music and they follow you around watching everything you do. The hotel corner entrances were unavailable and the pool and jacuzzi both are not open to the customers.

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Tabatha • couple • us
9
Pros:

Facilities were clean. Staff was friendly.

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Tabatha • couple • us
8
Pros:

Staff vary friendly

Cons:

It was very clear

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Celia • couple • us
3
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Daisy • couple • us
10
Needed a place to sleep, this was clean, staff was great, and enjoyed our short stay.
Pros:

Clean

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Hugo • couple • us
8
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