Chinatown, CA
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 biking 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 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 the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Monterey Zoo
See the exotic and native animals who call Monterey Zoo home during your travels in Salinas. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Steinbeck House
You can find out about the history of Salinas with a stop at Steinbeck House. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Things to do

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Chinatown Hotel Deals

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
The staff were friendly and helpful. Our stay was relaxing with clean room and comfy beds. Hotel was truly dog-friendly. We loved that the Portola Plaza and Fisherman’s Wharf were just short walks from hotel.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
cozy, ckean room.
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Parking was easy and the valet fee is not as high as many other locations. The staff is friendly and attentive and the hotel is clean inside and out.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Restaurant is delicious but expensive, rooms are a little dated, but clean and nice, beds are comfortable. They charge for parking, EV chargers are not complimentary, and parking is a disaster.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
Really cozy place
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Carmel Bay View Inn
Kind staff, room was clean and spacious
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Other neighborhoods 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.

