| this unpretentious budget property is off the veterans memorial highway, adjacent to salinas municipal airport and within 6 miles of several wineries and vineyards. free morning coffee and truck parking are offered, and there's a seasonal outdoor pool and a coin laundry. kids 17 and under stay free with an adult family member. some also come with minifridges. the modern rooms include flat-screen tvs with expanded cable channels, plus wood floors and wifi (fee). check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Norman
Fremont Peak (54 min)
Mountain within a state park offering views of surrounding valleys, peaks & Monterey Bay. Odonata Wines South (17 min)
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Paved, 2.2-mile road-racing track used for auto & motorcycle racing, plus special events. | 
