“If I went West, I think I would go to Kansas.” – Abraham Lincoln, 16th president of the United States.
Ahhh, but where would he stay? Read on to find our curated list of the best hotels in Salina. Clustered near either I-70 or I-135, you’re sure to find an option with easy access during a road trip, and reliable comfort for longer stays.
If you’re wondering where Salina is, it’s about 1.5 hours north of Wichita, 30 minutes west of Abilene and 1 hour west of Manhattan (home to Kansas State University). And it’s well worth a stop. After learning more about Salina, I know I’m keen to visit. A few reasons why:
- Rolling Hills Zoo: Just west of Salina, this zoo and wildlife museum combo has enough attractions to merit a full day of exploration.
- Kenwood Cove Aquatic Park: If you’re lucky enough to visit Salina in the summer months, don’t miss this enticing waterpark.
- The Stiefel Theatre and Performing Arts Center: If you love vintage, restored theaters as much as I do, the Stiefel Theatre is not to be missed. Time your visit for a show you’d like to see.
- Smoky Hill Museum: This kid-oriented, free museum gives you a great indoor activity for everyone.
- The Land Institute: This celebrated think-tank and outdoor laboratory dedicated to figuring out how we can feed the world and restore the earth’s soils is here in Salina.
- Cozy Inn Burgers: Because who doesn’t love burgers?
North Salina/I-70 Corridor
Super 8 by Wyndham Salina I-70
- Mobile check-in
- Free wifi
- Free breakfast
- Free parking
- Pet friendly
- Indoor pool and hot tub
Budget Host Inn Salina
Salina, KS 67401
- 24 hour front desk
- Free onsite parking
- Outdoor pool
- Guest laundry
- Continental breakfast
- Game room
- Free wifi
- Computer station for guest use
- Pets allowed, fees required
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salina
Salina, KS 67401
- Free wifi
- Free breakfast
- Free parking
- Pet friendly hotel
- Indoor pool
- Laundry facilities and services
- 24-hour front desk reception
- Business center
Days Inn by Wyndham Salina I-70
Salina, KS 67401
- Pet-friendly hotel
- Mobile check-in
- Free wifi
- Free breakfast item
- Onsite parking
- Indoor pool
Rodeway Inn
429 W Diamond Dr.
Salina, KS, 67401, US
(785) 825-2500
- Free wifi
- Free continental breakfast
- Laundry facilities
- Pet-friendly hotel
- Business center
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salina, an IHG Hotel
3145 South 9th St.
Salina, KS 67401
(785)404-6767
- Indoor pool and whirlpool
- Free full, hot breakfast & signature cinnamon rolls
- Sorry, no pets (service animals exception)
- Business center
- Laundry facilities
- Limited fitness center
- Wifi free for IHG One Rewards members
Comfort Inn & Suites Salina North
Salina, KS 67401
- Indoor pool
- Free wifi
- Laundry facilities
- Free breakfast
- Fitness room
- EV charging station
- Sorry, no pets
Central Salina
Homewood Suites by Hilton Salina Downtown
Salina, KS 67401
Hands down, the best place to stay in Salina. Gorgeous, functional suites. Plush with personality lobby, patio and common areas.
- Free parking
- Free breakfast
- Pet friendly hotel
- Fitness center
- Business center
- EV charging
- Fab pool
Need to know where to find cheap hotels so you can stretch your dollars while traveling? These motels clustered between I-135 and central Salina fit the no-frills bill:
- Village Inn Motel
- Ambassy Motel
- Traveler’s Inn
West Salina/I-135 and W Crawford
Days Inn by Wyndham Salina South
Salina, KS 67401
(785) 914-5443
- Free wifi
- Pet friendly hotel
- Mobile check-in
- Free breakfast item
- Free parking
Quality Inn & Suites
Salina, KS 67401
- Free wifi
- Free continental breakfast
- Pet friendly hotel
- Indoor pool
- Conference center
- Putting green
- Restaurant
AmericInn by Wyndham Salina
Salina, KS 67401
- Indoor pool and hot tub
- Free wifi
- Pet-friendly hotel
- Free breakfast
Baymont by Wyndham Salina
Salina, KS 67401
- Indoor pool and hot tub
- Free wifi
- Free breakfast
- Pet-friendly hotel
- Laundry facilities and services
- Fitness center
- Business center
South Salina/I-135 and Airport Corridor
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Salina
Salina, KS 67401
New hotel with contemporary decor, inviting common areas and stunning suites. Rack up some Marriott points and get to your Bonvoy app to book this beauty.
- Indoor pool
- Fitness center
- Free hot breakfast
- Sorry, no pets
- Short distance to Kansas Wesleyan University
Candlewood Suites Salina, an IHG Hotel
Salina, KS 67401
- “Lending Locker” lets you borrow a range of kitchen equipment for longer stays
- Pet-friendly hotel with dog walking area
- Business/conference center
- Fitness center
- Outdoor patio/grill area
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson
Salina, KS 67401
- Indoor pool and hot tub
- Of course, the 3 F’s: Free parking, free wifi, free breakfast
- Fitness center
- Business center
Best Western Plus Midwest Inn & Suites
Salina, KS 67401
- All the standard freebies: breakfast, parking, wifi
- Indoor pool — small, but, with a slide for the kiddos!
- Fitness center
- Pet-friendly hotel
Super 8 by Wyndham Salina
- Free basics: wifi, breakfast item
- Pet-friendly hotel
- Limited business and fitness facilities
- Indoor pool
- Breakfast
- Wifi
- Limited business and fitness faciliites
Hampton Inn Salina
Salina, KS 67401
Between Homewood and Hampton, we can’t tell which rooms offer more ease for the eyes and the body after a day of travel.
- Hampton has all the standard freebies
- Pet-friendly
- Good color palette for interior decor has a calming effect
Hilton Garden Inn Salina
Salina, KS 67401
A beautiful hotel with pops of color within an overall calming decor,
Courtyard by Marriott
Salina, KS 67401
The only drawback to this hotel is if you need something pet-friendly. But if you aren’t traveling with Fido—and if you are seeking a dog-free space due to allergies—then Courtyard by Marriott is your place.
- Indoor pool and hot tub
- Fitness and business centers
- Onsite restaurant and bar
- Breakfast
Rodeway Inn & Suites
Salina, KS 67401
(785) 404-6777
If you don’t need a fancy 3 or 4 star hotel, this newer installment of the budget-friendly chain south of town delivers good bang for your buck. Same standard features, but here with a pool and newer everything.
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