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Howard Johnson Inn Salinas

2.5 of 5
131 John Street, Salinas, CA 93901
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Ranked #16 of 25 hotels in Salinas
3.0 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
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Tim E
Clovis, California
Senior Contributor
37 reviews
14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012

This hotel on the "old" side and shows it. But the managment obviously tries hard and were very responsive to any prblems that came up. The area is the old "historic" area of downtown Salinas and I enjoyed walking around and trying the small, privately owned restaurants downtown. However, Salinas's downtown suffers from the usual afflictions like panhandlers and prostitution... More

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bolandse
San Francisco, California
2 reviews
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012

... and the maid stole my change. It's that kind of place. Cleanish, though. More

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RNgypsy
Las Vegas, Nevada
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2011

A small older hotel but clean. We couldn't get a reservation at the hotel we wanted to stay in in Monterey, CA so we decided to stay at a more affordable place nearby. The road into Salinas from Monterey was a good one. It was about a 15-20 minute drive. After recommendations from friends NOT to stay in Salinas, I... More

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SuzanneCA84
Walnut, California
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3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 August 2011

First, I booked online and thought this was enclosed based on the picture, but it is not. Then I found out the elevator did not run from 11 PM to 6 AM, after I checked into my second story room (don't like first floor when traveling alone). I have difficulty with stairs, so this was not good. I don't really... More

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lcsw5150
Visalia, California
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15 reviews
3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 July 2011
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We made reservations on-line at Hotels.com. The room looked like the picture which was fine. However, my husband and I spent almost an hour with anti-bacterial wipes cleaning all the surfaces as they looked like it had been sometime that they had been cleaned. The doors by the knobs were filthy. The bathroom was filthy. There was what looked like... More

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Niel Patel, General Manager at Howard Johnson Inn Salinas, responded to this review
6 August 2011

We would sincerely apologize for the condition of your room. At Howard Johnson Salinas, we take great pride in our high standards of cleanliness. Unfortunately, you experienced a time when we obviously did not meet those standards. My hope is that you will allow us another opportunity to serve you. Our BRAND promise is something that we strive to deliver... More

MJU63
Poway
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 July 2011
1
person found this review helpful

This location was great for going into Monterey. Only 10 minutes away and much better priced! The room was very clean and the beds were comfortable. The bathroom was clean, but is ready for a remodel. The front desk staff were helpful and friendly. I must note the internet service was free, but didn't work very well. More

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Niel27us
Weaverville, California
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 October 2010

I go to salinas to restock pharmacy, I've been staying here once a week for past month or so. This place is right near restaurant, you could have a nice stroll in the evening before &after having your meal at restaurant (Norma's was closest and there are other few really good restaurant around the corner). More

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AnaheimCA
Anaheim, CA
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3 reviews
8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 August 2010

Don't really know what to say re: previous rating, but my experience was very good. Price for the night's stay was a bargin; is walking distance to a very active and somewhat hip old downtown (also very safe); close, easy access to Hwy 101. Upon arrival, after a full day of travel, I was blessed with a very clean and... More

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Wyleman
Arizona
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2010
1
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Keep on driving, do not stay here! We asked the desk to see a 2 queen room before we booked, but it was the old bait and switch. Rooms are terribly small, bathroom dirty, moldy and smelled. TV had some kind of problem and would shut down when the desk light was moved or when my laptop was plugged in.... More

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