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.
Natividad Hospital
If Natividad Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Salinas.
Things to do
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Top hotels in Chinatown
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
I loved this hotel! It was centrally located to fisherman’s wharf and the downtown area. Easy access to wine bars, restaurants, trails. The room was comfortable and clean. Plenty of linens Definitely will stay here again.
Reviewed on 19 Apr, 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Fantastic opportunity to be right on the bay. Beautiful views. Spacious room. Small balcony but very special opportunity to have comfort and feel very close to nature. I’ve been many times and continue to go.
Reviewed on 19 Apr, 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
We stay here at least twice a year. Staff is helpful, friendly. Rooms are clean. Appreciate the refillable water bottles.
Reviewed on 18 Apr, 2026
The Monterey Hotel
Generally a good experience, but the bed needs to be replaced. Felt like a water bed - room 305.
Reviewed on 18 Apr, 2026
Carmel Bay View Inn
All of the above!
Reviewed on 18 Apr, 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
Staff were very friendly, breakfast very good
Reviewed on 17 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.
