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Laurel Inn Motel

Laurel Inn Motel
Laurel Inn Motel – Salinas, CA
Laurel Inn Motel – Salinas, CA
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Laurel Inn Motel

Located 1.9 mi from the home of Nobel Prize winning author John Steinbeck, the Laurel Inn & Conference Center features on-site dining and an outdoor pool and hot tub. All guest rooms include free WiFi. The air-conditioned guest rooms at this hotel offer a cable TV with film channels, a coffee machine and a mini-refrigerator. Each private bathroom includes free toiletries and a hair dryer. Located at Laurel Inn & Conference Center, Black Bear Diner serves traditional American fare such as hamburgers and steak and eggs. A complimentary hot breakfast is offered at the conference center. Take away orders are available. Monterey is 36 minutes’ drive away from Laurel Inn & Conference Center. Santa Cruz is 70 minutes’ drive from this hotel.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • On-site dining
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • In-room safe

Reviews

3.5 / 5
Great 1682 reviews
  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    TV did not work. Refrigerator did not work. No wash cloths. Room 2: Shampoo in shower was empty. Only 1 bath towel for 2 adults. Faucet at sink kept falling off. My husband and I stayed there often. I never plan to stay there again! So disappointed!!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    In short… overall cleanliness is terrible, foul odor, poor customer service, terrible staff, odd looking bugs on beds. Don’t allow your family or children to stay here. Would give 0-stars if I could.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    I booked 2 consecutive 1-night reservations through Expedia after arriving a day early for a family event. From the moment I checked in, the customer service was terrible. The front desk was rude and dismissive, when I reported finding dead bugs under the pillows in our 1st room, I asked the condition of the 2nd & was told, "I don’t know what that means, the system clearly says it's clean!” We were moved to a 2nd room, which had the same overwhelming odor, forcing us to sleep with the window/door open while listening to noise from the bar next door all night. The following day, we checked into our 2nd reservation and the 3rd room was just as bad—stained carpets and bedding, mold, gnats, and even a live bug crawling on the bed. When I calmly expressed my concerns at checkout, the manager didn't apologize. Instead, she became defensive, yelled at me, telling me to contact the general manager if I had any complaints. The most disappointing part wasn't just the filthy rooms, it was the complete lack of accountability. T staff acted as these conditions were acceptable & showed no concern for the cleanliness of the property or the experience of paying guests. So much more 2 say due to Expedia's character limit, I'll allow photos 2speak for themselves. They accurately reflect the poor conditions. Never again! Worst customer service I've ever experienced, unsanitary rooms, bugs, terrible management

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The breakfast was good and service excellent for the price. We were given a room near the stairs. What needs improvement is even if I got a good price using a 3 party booking company like Expedia, we should still get a good room, it was me and my wife’s anniversary and chose Laurel In to stay. We got a Room where there was a baseball sized hole on the rug near my side of the Room by the cabinet and ac. The stairs were shaking as we were going up to our room. Also, we were not given a paper receipt of our stay, while other hotels do provide this at guest request. I do hope they can do the improvement I have mentioned. Will see if there will be another chance or two for us to try again Laurel In.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    They don’t clean the room or provide extra towels after one day or even stock the toilet paper you have to go out of your way to go to the office

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The room smelt like mold. Blankets didnt smell clean. Shower had lower pressure.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Towels on the back of the toilet alway weirds me out. I had to unplug the fridge. It was noisy. Otherwise the room serviced its purpose.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Room was quiet and comfortable. Continental breakfast was a nice perk and everything else about the stay was great. Would stay here again!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The air conditioning was very nice, and staff was very helpful! Parking was easy as well.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Todo está muy cerca del hotel, las tiendas centro comercial, comida restaurantesFreeway y el Personal del hotel muy amables con seguridad, seguiré rentando ahí

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Property was really runned down. Very sketchy and did not feel safe. People lived there and were hanging out outside and stairs. Staff lady was nice . But we just couldn’t stay there. Had to get refunded . As for the room we just peaked in and looked very dark and outdated .

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    I loved staying here was pretty quiet and wonderful staff

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The staff was g

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The floor was DIRTY. The bottom of my feet were black after walking a few steps. Are the floors not swept and mopped?

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Room was ok .

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Esta bien pero el desayuno nomas avia una tostadora de pan y duramos una 1 en esperar

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Scary and dangerous vibe. Avoid

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The staff was wonderful the check in was a breeze but the property is a lil run down the pool was out of service and we had hot water issues in our room.. we will be returning as I like a full breakfast and it's literally right off the highway makes travel easy..

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    AC kept going out and would blow hot air as well as no shampoo or conditioner and ballsack hair all over the shower floor

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The pool was not operational. It wasn't mentioned on their site. That's the reason we booked this hotel. Plus there were stains on the bed sheets.

Frequently asked questions about Laurel Inn Motel

Does Laurel Inn Motel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Laurel Inn Motel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Laurel Inn Motel offer parking?
Yes, Laurel Inn Motel offers free parking on-site.
Does Laurel Inn Motel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Laurel Inn Motel features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Laurel Inn Motel have a fitness center?
Laurel Inn Motel does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Laurel Inn Motel located, and how walkable is the area?
Laurel Inn Motel is located at 801 West Laurel Dr., Salinas, CA 93906. With a Walk Score of 60, the area is rated Somewhat Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but a car or rideshare is helpful for most trips.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Laurel Inn Motel
  • California State Route 1 6.9 mi
  • Pacific Grand Prix 9.3 mi
  • 2008 United States motorcycle Grand Prix 9.3 mi

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