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 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.
Northridge Mall
During your trip to Salinas, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Northridge Mall. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Top hotels in Chinatown
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Close to Monterey Pier, Close to downtown, parking available as well as valet parking. Our room was clean and spacious. Staff was very helpful and professional. This place treats dogs like honored guests too
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Toilet in room didn’t flush properly. Shower pressure decreased repeatedly while showering. No towels at the pool- took 30 minutes for them to be restocked.
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026
The Monterey Hotel
Building and staff was excellent but room they did not clean it looked like because there was stains and blood on the sheets and bed we went to go to our room and we had to wait for them to send Bell hop up to clean and redo the bed and everything before we can turn in for the night great place but ...
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
room very clean. Staff provided all my requests including airport transportation.
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
The property itself was gorgeous, as well as well maintained. The girl at the front desk was very sweet. The gym was clean and it was very easy to get around. Parking was a bit tricky because it seems like there weren’t enough spaces to go around since it is shared with the restaurant, along with ...
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
Kinda loud, thin walls but still overall good stay. Staff was very helpful.
Reviewed on Mar 15, 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.
