Chinatown
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.
Steinbeck House
You can find out about the history of Salinas with a stop at Steinbeck House. Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Things to do

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Top hotels in Chinatown

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
The location is just a short stroll from the iconic clam chowder at Old Fisherman’s Grotto & surrounded by many great dining options. The cinnamon toast at Jack’s Monterey was delish. There’s also a Carmel bakery downstairs, which was a convenient treat to have just steps away. The hotel lobby itself ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Everything was just as a expected
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Great all around
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
We had a room next to stair way. Kept slamming, with a baby was not ideal. And there was huge spider nesting in the corner. Lot of windy noise. The aesthetic was great, just needed a little bit of deep clean
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
It was clean but air freshener was really smelly. Because of it could not run AC. It triggered my asthma. After talking front desk, i was promised the issue would be fixed. It was not. ..
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Carmel Bay View Inn
The staff were great, the location is great, the facility is well kept. I didn’t like that there was no AC and I wish I knew before booking.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 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.

