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Our top choices for Salinas vacation rentals

A coastal beach scene with rocky formations, clear water, and people enjoying the beach.

1. Cozy South Salinas Casita

Cozy South Salinas Casita
South Salinas
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"I stay at VRBOs often and this one was one of my favorites! The yard was amazing! "
United States
Toireasa D.
The price is CA $345
CA $639 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Cozy South Salinas Casita
A house with a white exterior, a red-tiled roof, a door with a screen, and a small porch with steps.

2. Garfield West

Garfield West
West Salinas
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (45 reviews)
"Great stay. Comfortable place. Worked for us very well for the 30 days stay."
United States
Matt S.
The price is CA $142
CA $245 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Garfield West
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a large window with artwork.

3. Monte Vista

Monte Vista
Creekbridge
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"A great stay! This home was beautiful, very comfortable, and well equipped with everything we needed. We would be glad to stay here again the next time we are in the area."
United States
Paul B.
The price is CA $334
CA $740 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Monte Vista
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

4. Cozy 2 Queen Beds|Free parking

Cozy 2 Queen Beds|Free parking
Sunset
The price is CA $97
CA $111 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Cozy 2 Queen Beds|Free parking
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wooden deck, and string lights.

5. Casa Esperanza. Peaceful Get-away W/Hot Tub.

Casa Esperanza. Peaceful Get-away W/Hot Tub.
South Salinas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Hot tub and outdoor area was perfect!Kitchen well appointed with dishes and cookware."
United States
Lyndall Brakes (.
The price is CA $334
CA $740 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Casa Esperanza. Peaceful Get-away W/Hot Tub.
Private kitchen

6. Family Friendly Farmhouse

Family Friendly Farmhouse
South Salinas
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"The farmhouse was a fun place for my college club to stay for our Monterey trip. We loved using the trampoline and enjoyed the cleanliness of the place. :) Thanks again!"
United States
Krystle D.
The price is CA $962
CA $1,257 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Family Friendly Farmhouse
A house with a porch, a flag, and outdoor lighting.

7. The Lions Den

The Lions Den
Salinas
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Haylee,We enjoyed every minute of your home. From you being such an amazing host, to the cleanliness of the property, to being able to hold all of our family that came! We so enjoyed the peacefulness of the property! If we're ever back in California, the Salinas area, we will definitely stay with you again! Thank you so much "
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is CA $321
CA $24,993 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Lions Den
A room with a balcony, a large mirror, and a decorative cabinet.

8. Luxurious guest house with Great Views of Monterey Bay

Luxurious guest house with Great Views of Monterey Bay
Castroville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Great room with a view, enjoy a beautiful sunset over Moss Landing and the Pacific Ocean. Totally quiet at night with the sounds of wildlife to wake you up."
United States
Michael T.
The price is CA $242
CA $383 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Luxurious guest house with Great Views of Monterey Bay
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with wicker chairs, and a large window providing natural light.

9. Watch Sunsets of the Monterey Bay From a Hilltop Villa

Watch Sunsets of the Monterey Bay From a Hilltop Villa
Castroville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (29 reviews)
"Fabulous place to stay. Super clean, excellent facilities and gorgeous view. "
New Zealand
Sonya H.
The price is CA $282
CA $439 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Watch Sunsets of the Monterey Bay From a Hilltop Villa
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden island, and a dining area with a woven chair.

10. New, Centrally Located guest house with Modern Amenities and Private Hot Tub

New, Centrally Located guest house with Modern Amenities and Private Hot Tub
Salinas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"Stay here to see my grandkids who live close by. Colton very responsive for any questions."
United States
Barbara R.
The price is CA $244
CA $469 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
New, Centrally Located guest house with Modern Amenities and Private Hot Tub
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a desk with a chair.

11. Cozy 1 Queen Bed | ADA/RI Shower

Cozy 1 Queen Bed | ADA/RI Shower
Sunset
The price is CA $90
CA $103 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Cozy 1 Queen Bed | ADA/RI Shower
A hotel lobby with a television mounted on the wall, a sign indicating morning charge for no charge, and a 6 Motel sign.

12. Spacious 2 Queen Beds | Mini Fridge

Spacious 2 Queen Beds | Mini Fridge
Sunset
The price is CA $104
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Spacious 2 Queen Beds | Mini Fridge
A hotel reception area with a counter, a television mounted on the wall, and various signs and posters on the walls.

13. Spacious1 Queen Bed |Free parking

Spacious1 Queen Bed |Free parking
Sunset
The price is CA $90
CA $103 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Spacious1 Queen Bed |Free parking
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door leading to another room.

14. Cozy 1 Queen Bed|ADA|Free parking

Cozy 1 Queen Bed|ADA|Free parking
Sunset
The price is CA $90
CA $103 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Cozy 1 Queen Bed|ADA|Free parking
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a mirror.

15. Spacious 1 Queen Bed | Mini Fridge

Spacious 1 Queen Bed | Mini Fridge
Sunset
The price is CA $97
CA $111 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Spacious 1 Queen Bed | Mini Fridge
A large, multi-story house with a well-lit driveway and landscaped garden.

16. Lx28 Tuscany estate concourse d elegance close to Laguna

Lx28 Tuscany estate concourse d elegance close to Laguna
Monterey
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Spacious property with lots of activities for everyone"
United States
Rebecca F.
The price is CA $11,317
CA $17,960 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Lx28 Tuscany estate concourse d elegance close to Laguna
A living room with a wooden floor, a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a bar area with stools.

17. IDEAL COASTAL VACATION HOME

IDEAL COASTAL VACATION HOME
Castroville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (42 reviews)
"The host, Caleb, was super helpful! The place itself is pretty modest. Seems a bit pricey at 400 a night. Personally, I’m not in love with rock lawns, front and back."
United States
Jim H.
The price is CA $284
CA $635 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
IDEAL COASTAL VACATION HOME
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

18. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
The price is CA $127
CA $234 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, white cabinetry, a stainless steel range hood, and a central island with a sink.

19. Charming Coastal Home – Carmel, Pebble Beach & Big Sur STR25-000020

Charming Coastal Home – Carmel, Pebble Beach & Big Sur STR25-000020
Marina
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"Perfect location lovely home, dogs loved it and so did we!"
United States
Debbie M.
The price is CA $470
CA $929 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Charming Coastal Home – Carmel, Pebble Beach & Big Sur STR25-000020
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, wooden coffee table, and large windows with curtains.

20. Seaside Vacation Rental w/ Patio Near Monterey Bay

Seaside Vacation Rental w/ Patio Near Monterey Bay
3.0 star property
Seaside
The price is CA $388
CA $825 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Seaside Vacation Rental w/ Patio Near Monterey Bay
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Top Salinas Hotel Reviews

The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey

8/10 Good
"Good value for Monterey. Nice clean room. Easy walk to Fisherman's Wharf"
David 2-night trip
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The Stevenson Monterey

Find out more about Salinas

You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Salinas. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there vacation rentals in Salinas?

Yes, we have vacation rentals in Salinas near Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum, or you can choose a more secluded option if you're looking for extra privacy while you relax. Visitors like the top-notch restaurants and shops in Salinas. Give yourself some extra time to check out the aquarium and cafes during your trip.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals in Salinas?

Lx28 Tuscany estate concourse d elegance close to Laguna: Visitors like this Salinas vacation home rental. It is located in the city center and has an indoor pool, a fireplace, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 7 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. It offers a balcony, a garden, and a selection of games so you can immerse yourself in your vacation.

How many vacation rentals are there in Salinas?

Expedia has 58 vacation rentals for your stay in Salinas.

What can I see and do in Salinas?

Family-friendly attractions include Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum and Monterey Zoo, whereas Toro County Park and Clarmont Manor Park are a couple of great spots to enjoy the outdoors. In the larger area, you’ll find popular places like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monterey Bay.

What are vacation rentals like in Salinas?

Vacation rentals are privately owned properties you can book for several days or longer in Salinas. Vacation rentals offer extras such as kitchens and laundry facilities so you'll have everything you want. If you're concerned about a sanitized environment, a vacation rental can offer a sense of safety away from public hotel elevators and busy front desks while still allowing you a great travel experience. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is an attractive option for a family trip or a small group gathering.