King City is a friendly, low‑key Salinas Valley town with a small historic downtown, active fairgrounds and agricultural scenery—quiet and affordable for multi‑week stays but with enough local events, parks and farm‑to‑table options to keep you comfortable during a contract stay.
Larger hubs within easy drive include Salinas (roughly a 40–45 mile drive) for bigger-city services and dining, and Paso Robles (about 50–55 miles) for wine country, restaurants and weekend escapes, so you can enjoy a peaceful workweek with easy access to more action on days off.