| theres also a lobby lounge and a business center. this straightforward modern hotel is a 13-minute walk from the national steinbeck center and 12 miles from the mazda raceway laguna seca. continental breakfast and parking are free. children under 17 stay free in an adults room. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. modern rooms are simply decorated and come with complimentary wi-fi and tvs, plus microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers
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WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca (18 min)
Paved, 2.2-mile road-racing track used for auto & motorcycle racing, plus special events. Monterey State Beach (25 min)
Miles of scenic coastline offer beachgoers recreational activities ranging from surfing to fishing. Fort Ord National Monument (37 min)
Home to 35 species of rare flora & fauna, this undeveloped wildland offers over 80 miles of trails. Fort Ord National Monument - Badger Hills Trailhead (37 min) National Steinbeck Center (8 min)
Dedicated to John Steinbeck, this museum offers interactive exhibits for all ages & a gift shop. Blue Ocean Whale Watching on the Monterey Bay (21 min)
Whale watching, dolphin, humpback whale, blue whale, and killer whale Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge (20 min) Salinas River State Beach (21 min)
Popular destination for bird-watching, fishing & horseback riding, with a dune trail & picnic area. Toro Park (10 min)
Peaceful 4,756-acre park offering riding trails, softball fields, playgrounds & volleyball courts. Marina State Beach (20 min)
Relaxing, family-friendly destination offers a public beach & park good for all-ages entertainment. Elkhorn Slough (23 min)
Tidal estuary sheltering otters, seals & migratory birds, with kayaking & boat tours. Bayonet & Black Horse (26 min) Fremont Peak State Park (49 min)
Scenic, mountainous park with craggy peaks & views of Monterey Bay, hiking, camping & picnicking. Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve (22 min)
Tidal salt marsh that is home to birds, otters, seals & many other animals, with boardwalk trails. Fort Ord Dunes State Park (25 min)
A trail leads to the beach in this park with a bluff-top platform offering views of Monterey Bay. | 
