Holiday Inn Express is the westernmost hotel in Salida, 1.5 miles from the town center, situated in a quiet, rural area with uninterrupted views towards distant mountain ranges in all directions. The location is 7400 US 50 west, close to a few restaurants, though most facilities are in the downtown area. Running just south of the highway is the Arkansas River, which offers good fishing, rafting and hiking opportunities.

The Comfort Inn hotel has a south-central location in Salida along US 50, the main route through town, yet within sight of the countryside around the South Arkansas River. The inn offers the usual amenities of free continental breakfast, an indoor heated pool/hot tub, guest laundry & free coffee, and is walking distance from several restaurants.