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FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

2.5 star property
Merced guestrooms with free WiFi

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Garden
Property amenity
Interior detail
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Bathroom sink
Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
1199 Motel Dr, Merced, CA, 95340
  • Merced County Fairgrounds
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Merced College
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • University of California Merced
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Exclusive Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Exclusive Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Merced

In historical district.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Merced hotel, you'll find Poker Flats Casino and Regal Hollywood - Merced. Merced County Courthouse Museum and Merced County Fairgrounds are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Merced County Fairgrounds - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Merced County Courthouse Museum - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Applegate Park Zoo - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Merced College - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • University of California Merced - 12 min drive - 8.3 miles

Getting around

  • Merced Station - 4 min drive
  • Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Five Star Burgers - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk

About this property

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

Merced guestrooms with free WiFi
FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite offers its guests a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Merced hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1950
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones.

Languages

English

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  • Parking included
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Golf

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 10
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 10 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite to the airport?

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite is 5.3 mi (11-min drive) away from the Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?

As of Jul 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite on Aug 4, 2025 start from $72.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite.

Does FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite offer free breakfast?

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Poker Flats Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Early check-in costs USD 10 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite have a pool?

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite does not have a pool.

Does FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite to downtown Merced?

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite is 1.4 mi away from Merced.

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 308 out of 651 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 651 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 651 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 651 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 651 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Venita

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was a decent stay owners are respectful and not all in the mix.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

martin L.

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great service and honesty

Fine room, nice people. We left a laptop in a bureau and by the time I called they had set it aside and a local friend picked it up!!! Thank you Nick!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Merced

Ref desk locked and unattended when arrived. Traffic noise a bit bothersome. Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Used this place several times. Serves it's purpose. I'll continue to use fair bridge inn & suites
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable and quiet. Only drawback is the horrible towels. Small, thin and scratchy. They don't match the quality of everything else on the property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice large room, older shower/tub. Good bed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

gabriella

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden gem

This motel has been remodeled and is always clean and pleasant. A great value, this is my go to place when visiting family in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Girish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Fast check-in. Good for short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vickie, Fresno

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In it for just MONEY. Owner does not ensure you are in a clean and comfy bed. Take the sheets and mattress pad up, pull them back and see what kind of surprises you find. The air conditioner vents need to be pulled and cleaned. Disgusting place fronting as hotel for quick cash.

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don't have any complaints. This was my second time coming here. Very reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Calvin

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
rooms were small but the facility though older was clean and well maintained. It appeared to be remodeled in the last few years. Our room had a cracked mirror in the bathroom but otherwise was in very good condition. They have done a nice job with the remodel in general but it appeared to not be a professional remodel as it lacked a few finishing details. we were in the back of the complex away from the freeway so the room was quite. Room could benefit from black out curtains as the shutters do allow light in from outside of the hotel, porch light and light from the back of the unit via the bathroom window. Closing the bathroom door helps from that side of the room but no way to cut out the light from the front of the room. Most likely would not bother most people as the room was fairly dark but my wife likes a really dark room for sleeping. I would be willing to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Priscilla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
The rooms were small and the putisde were dated but it fit our needs. It was quiet with a faint train noise coming through. Everything was fine until they did not return my deposit due to smoke but we did not smoke in the room at all. I had tried to speak with their front desk about it but they were quite rude about it. I just wanted to make sure if they could have gotten the room number wrong or to speak with the cleaner about it. They were unhelpful and adamant that the smoke smell was strong.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Trudy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

FairBridge Review

My stay was great. Really nice well-appointed rooms that were clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I’d come back!

I usually try not to stay on Motel Dr in Merced because of the noise from the freeway, train and bar, but other hotels were sold out. This was my first stay at this motel and I was extremely impressed. I was either super tired both nights or the room was soundproof because I didn’t hear a thing outside. It’s a single story building so you don’t have to worry about the upstairs noise either. They had two or three parking spaces long enough to park my Pilot and keep my trailer attached too. Friendly enough staff that got me checked in quick. Heater worked great. Beds were comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The price was very reasonable. The room served its purpose. Staff was friendly and attentive. Parking can be a little tricky at night especially. But nothing for me not to recommend this place to any looking for a great deal.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Met all my needs, check in was quick, comfortable room and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exactly as advertised, perfectly fine motel. Big room and modern bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margarieta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025