Continental Motel is a motel located off Highway 101 in Salinas, California. The property offers rooms equipped with cable TV, a microwave, fridge, air conditioning, and a phone. On-site amenities include a vending machine and fax services, with front desk staff available at all times. The motel is situated a short distance from downtown Salinas and the National Steinbeck Center.
Should you book Continental Motel?
A straightforward motel with essential room amenities, situated conveniently off the highway.
Best for
- Highway 101 access
- Basic room comforts
- Walkable markets
Maybe not ideal for
- Limited on-site facilities
Room amenities
Rooms come with cable TV, a microwave, fridge, air conditioning, and a phone. The front desk is staffed around the clock for guest assistance.
Location convenience
Located directly off Highway 101, the motel is approximately 4 minutes from Salinas Municipal Airport and Bankers Casino. Juquilita Market is 0.15 km away.
Rooms & rates
Queen Room
sleeps 2 · 1 queen bed
Garden view · Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Toilet · Bath or shower
What you'll enjoy
Gallery
Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Bath
- Free parking
- Adults only
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- Garden view
Kitchen
- Dryer
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Location
1165 N Main St, Salinas, California
Continental Motel is located in Salinas, California.
5 sights nearby, the closest being Juquilita Market at 500 ft; the nearest train station, Salinas, is 1.3 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Juquilita Marketmarket500 ft
- Laurel Parkpark0.3 mi
- Sherwood Parkpark0.5 mi
- National Steinbeck Centermuseum1.5 mi
- Boronda History Centermuseum1.5 mi
Getting around
- Salinastrain station1.3 mi
- Salinas Transit Centerbus station1.5 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
6.1 / 10 · Pleasant on Booking.com, from 60 guest reviews
- Things to do3/5
- Restaurants3.8/5
- Public transit3.7/5
- Airport access2.6/5
Continental Motel offers good value, cleanliness, and friendly service that appeal to budget-conscious travellers, but is undermined by missing basics like closets, bath mats, and breakfast. Thin walls and poor sound insulation are a significant concern for guests seeking quiet rest, and the sparse room setup frustrates those expecting standard amenities.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 2 · average 9.5
They wrote about: staff, facilities
Reviews scoring 7–9: 10 · average 7.7
They wrote about: cleanliness, staff, room
Reviews scoring 5–7: 4 · average 5.2
They wrote about: location, cleanliness, breakfast
Reviews scoring Under 5: 8 · average 2.4
They wrote about: room, facilities, breakfast
No reviews in the selected score range.
Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$250 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
- Cards accepted at this property
Cash is not accepted
As published by the booking provider · always reconfirm with the property
Frequently asked questions
What amenities are in the rooms?
Rooms at Continental Motel are equipped with cable TV, a microwave, fridge, air conditioning, and a phone.
What services are offered at the motel?
The motel provides a vending machine and fax services. The front desk is open at all times.
How far is downtown Salinas?
Downtown Salinas is 2.4 km away from the motel.
Does the motel have a restaurant?
There is no on-site restaurant mentioned.
What's nearby the motel?
Juquilita Market is 0.15 km away, and Laurel Park is 0.45 km away. The National Steinbeck Center is 2.4 km from the motel.