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Our top choices for College Area hotels

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1. Motel 6 Modesto, CA - Downtown

Motel 6 Modesto, CA - Downtown
2.0 star property
College Area
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Good hotel for a quick stay"
United States
Hau
The price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Motel 6 Modesto, CA - Downtown
A spacious lobby with modern chandeliers, seating areas, and a reception desk.

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Modesto

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Modesto
4.0 star property
Downtown Modesto, 1.5 km from College Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,438 reviews)
"Clean rooms and great staff."
United States
LaDonna
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Modesto
A reception area with a curved counter, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Modesto

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Modesto
3.0 star property
2.3 km from College Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Nicest hotel in the area we stayed in, clean rooms and nice staff."
United States
Tashina
The price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Modesto
A modern interior with a marble wall, a long dining table, and multiple seating areas.

4. Best Western Palm Court Inn

Best Western Palm Court Inn
2.5 star property
2.5 km from College Area
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff very helpful and very clean"
United States
Dulce
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Best Western Palm Court Inn
A modern kitchen with a long counter, various food items, and a green accent wall.

5. Spark by Hilton Modesto

Spark by Hilton Modesto
3.0 star property
1.4 km from College Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (738 reviews)
"Very good place to stay when in Modesto very quite and clean"
United States
Daymon
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Spark by Hilton Modesto
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window.

6. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Modesto by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Modesto by IHG
2.5 star property
8.3 km from College Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay, would book again."
United States
Amanda
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Modesto by IHG
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings and large windows, allowing natural light to fill the space.

7. Aurora Inn

Aurora Inn
2.5 star property
2.6 km from College Area
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (344 reviews)
"Very clean and comfy beds and good customer service"
United States
Hermila
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Aurora Inn
A modern interior with large windows, a geometric patterned floor, and two armchairs and a small table.

8. Ramada by Wyndham Modesto Yosemite Area

Ramada by Wyndham Modesto Yosemite Area
2.0 star property
1.5 km from College Area
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (747 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Diana
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ramada by Wyndham Modesto Yosemite Area
A spacious lobby with a coffee station, seating area, and a large rug.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Modesto-Salida

Hampton Inn & Suites Modesto-Salida
2.5 star property
9 km from College Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Maria A
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Modesto-Salida
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

10. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Modesto/Salida

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Modesto/Salida
2.5 star property
8.3 km from College Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (521 reviews)
"Staff were excellent and the property was well cared for."
United States
Lucy
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Modesto/Salida
A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, parking lot, and landscaping.

11. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Modesto Ceres

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Modesto Ceres
2.0 star property
6.5 km from College Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel is really nice. The service is really good, and people treat you with respect. I would definitely recommend this hotel, and I will definitely stay there again."
United States
Romay
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Modesto Ceres
A modern hotel with a sign reading "COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT" at 2955 GREWAL PARKWAY.

12. Courtyard by Marriott Modesto North

Courtyard by Marriott Modesto North
3.0 star property
7 km from College Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (221 reviews)
"Second time staying here and just as great as the first time"
United States
Mark
The price is AU$221
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Modesto North
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a chandelier, and a seating area with sofas and armchairs.

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Modesto Salida

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Modesto Salida
3.0 star property
9 km from College Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, good hot breakfast and quiet."
United States
Charles
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Modesto Salida
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in cabinets, and a patterned carpet.

14. Best Western Town House Lodge

Best Western Town House Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Modesto, 1.4 km from College Area
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful, and the room was very clean"
United States
Dulce
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Best Western Town House Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a window, and two bedside lamps.

15. Sisk Hotel

Sisk Hotel
3.0 star property
3.4 km from College Area
7.6 out of 10, Good, (98 reviews)
"Very clean everything brand new due to remodel Wish the pool wad buil but being remodeled"
United States
Andrea
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Sisk Hotel
A modern hotel building with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

16. Woodspring Suites Ceres - Modesto

Woodspring Suites Ceres - Modesto
2.5 star property
10.1 km from College Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (426 reviews)
"Staff was both very understanding and helpful. Amenities were accessible and overall a very pleasant stay."
United States
Jan Pearce
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Woodspring Suites Ceres - Modesto
A hotel reception area with a counter, seating, and a view through large windows.

17. Motel 6 Modesto CA

Motel 6 Modesto CA
2.0 star property
2.3 km from College Area
6.0 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Never again !"
United States
Jorge
The price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Motel 6 Modesto CA
A modern lobby with a glass door entrance, a seating area with orange and green upholstered sofas, and a patterned rug.

18. Baymont by Wyndham Modesto Salida

Baymont by Wyndham Modesto Salida
2.5 star property
8 km from College Area
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Luis
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Baymont by Wyndham Modesto Salida
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a chair, a wardrobe, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

19. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Modesto Ceres

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Modesto Ceres
2.0 star property
5.9 km from College Area
7.0 out of 10, Good, (596 reviews)
"Was very clean staff was respectful"
United States
Susana
The price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Modesto Ceres
An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, wicker furniture, a grill, and a flat-screen TV.

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Modesto North

Residence Inn by Marriott Modesto North
3.0 star property
7.2 km from College Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (162 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay "
United States
Roberto
The price is AU$347
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Residence Inn by Marriott Modesto North
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Our guide on where to stay in College Area

Find the best College Area areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Modesto

If you're spending some time in Downtown Modesto, Gallo Center for the Arts and McHenry Museum and Mansion are top sights worth seeing.

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La Loma

La Loma might not have many top sights, but E and J Gallo Winery and Gallo Center for the Arts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Woodland West

While there might not be top attractions in Woodland West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gallo Center for the Arts and Vintage Faire Mall.

Del Rio

When in Del Rio, you can plan a visit to Vintage Faire Mall and Boomers, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Top College Area Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in College Area

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Modesto by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Modesto by IHG

8/10 Good
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, and very helpful service. I had a great stay!"
Navjeet 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Modesto by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in College Area?
Travellers to the College Area neighbourhood in Modesto will be sure to enjoy their stay. Consider a visit to Graceada Park as part of your College Area travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in College Area?
For your stay in College Area, Motel 6 Modesto, CA - Downtown is one of the top choices based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include The enchanted place of Azul Dorado and 2 Bed Near Doctors Hospital: Beautiful, Sunny, New.
How many hotels should I expect to find in College Area?
When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Modesto, you can choose from 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in College Area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in College Area, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in College Area.
What is there to do around this Modesto neighbourhood?
Graceada Park is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in College Area. State Theatre of Modesto and McHenry Museum and Mansion are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Modesto.