Located in the business district, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas offers modern comfort and convenience. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, take advantage of free self parking, or get some work done at the business center.
Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
First Mayor's House - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 3 min drive
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 28 min drive
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 39 min drive
Salinas Station - 18 min walk
Monterey Station - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Fresh M Produce - 7 min walk
Jack in the Box - 9 min walk
Oldtown Salinas - 8 min walk
El Chilacatazo - 5 min walk
El Colibrí - 6 min walk
About this property
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas
Enjoy your visit to Salinas with a stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas. Free perks include WiFi and self parking.
At a glance
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Hotel size
39 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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 - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (17 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Discount at nearby fitness center
Golfing nearby
Working away
Business center
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Closed captioned TV
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
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Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
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, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.
Also known as
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Howard Johnson Wyndham Salinas Hotel
Howard Johnson Inn Salinas Hotel Salinas
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What's the area around Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas like?
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas is in the heart of Salinas, a short 14-minute walk from National Steinbeck Center and 15 minutes' walk from Steinbeck House.
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Reviews
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas Reviews
7.0
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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
7.4
Cleanliness
6.6
Location
7.2
Staff & service
6.8
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 14, 2026
The room was very clean and the staff was very courteous
jose
jose, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2024
Downtown excellent location hotel.
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Oct 12, 2025
Shower was cool, almost no hot water. Room was comfortable enough. Very noisy.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 18, 2024
Nice and clean
Ariana
Ariana, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 12, 2025
Not enough parking space available, had to park out in the street. Also, no dinner, only coffee available, no lids, and had only power creamer.
Hugo
Hugo, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Oct 8, 2023
Not kid friendly this place was crawling with prostitutes
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Apr 8, 2024
I liked how the staff was nice and friendly. I didn’t like how there was illegal activity going on in the rooms.
kristoffer
kristoffer, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Sep 26, 2023
The information on Expedia made me feel this was a safe, clean hotel. It was everything but that. Thankful I was able to cancel the second night that was reserved and receive a credit for that night.
Anne
Anne, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor
May 26, 2024
Dirty and rusty, tile floor broken, towel rack rusty towels were dirty. Noise all night. Floor were dirty and lamps and hair dry were full of dust. Bed was ok, but sheet had small spots that looked like blood or soiled. Did not used the just pushed them to the side. Not a family oriented place to stay.
Francisco
Francisco, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Jun 9, 2025
Do Not Stay Here
I'm very sorry I did not read the reviews. The reviews on here (Hotels.com) are pretty bad but OMG....read the ones on other platforms. All 100% true. EXTREMELY RUDE young lady at the front desk. No "hello-welcome." She looked perturbed that she had to get up from the couch to check me in. The neighborhood and outside of the building seemed sketchy. The room was actually okay. Old fashioned-not modern at all - torn curtains.....but decent and seemed clean. But after reading reviews on other platforms I probably didn't look close enough. There was ZERO free breakfast to speak of so I went to Starbucks to get my own breakfast only to come back and find out I'm locked out of the building. After several doorbell rings someone unlocked it. Lots of LOUD construction going on across the hall. I might have been able to overlook a lot of things but after my initial HORRIBLE customer service upon check-in......I will never go back and never recommend this place. We work hard for our money and we are not going to be treated terribly when we spend it at your establishment. A smile and a warm welcome helps set the tone for a traveler new to your hospitality.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Apr 24, 2026
Arrived early. Was able to get into the room early with just a minimal fee. Not too far from where we needed to go. Broom was nice and clean air conditioning. Love the fact that they had a wood floor so many places don't do that anymore.
pamela
pamela, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Apr 12, 2026
very old, everything rusty and loose! Never go back again. Needs a big renovation.
Mahdi
Mahdi, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Apr 26, 2026
Free parking it's pretty much the only perk. Room was dirty, especially the floors had lots of dust. The bed covers were old and had holes. Parking is free but limited. Utilities were also so old and dirty. Hotels has motels vibes :(
Alma
Alma, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 14, 2026
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Arthur
Arthur, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2025
Nice place for the price.
mohamed
mohamed, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2025
Everything was great
Mario
Mario, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2025
amazing onsite manager. extremely helpful.
I will definitely stay again.
Jesus
Jesus, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 14, 2023
It is a nice place to stay
Carlos
Carlos, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 13, 2025
This was not a very nice place....basically a dump. Bed ok and room appeared clean but overall a poor hotel experience.
Gail
Gail, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Oct 7, 2025
The location was super bad, smell unbearable.
And on top of it, there was a lot of prostitute activity
dror
dror, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 26, 2023
For one or two days of business trip and the price this place is pretty OK
Akop
Akop, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 6, 2022
Close to the Steinbeck Center and walking distance to main street with some great places to eat and drink.