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FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

Property class: 2.5
Merced guestrooms with free WiFi

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A garden with topiary sculptures and a pathway.
A room with a dark brown leather sofa, a patterned armchair, and a small wooden table.
A room with a wooden desk, a television mounted on the wall, a microwave, and an ironing board.
A hotel room with two beds, each with a wooden headboard, white pillows, and a dark blue quilted bedspread. There are two wall decorations, a round mirror with a reflective surface and a circular design, and a wooden door.
A bathroom with a large mirror, a black countertop, a copper sink, and a towel rack with white towels.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1199 Motel Dr, Merced, CA, 95340
  • Place, Poker Flats Casino
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Regal Hollywood - Merced
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Merced County Fairgrounds
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a blue patterned bedspread and white pillows. There are two paintings of flowers on the walls, and a nightstand with a phone and a clock displaying 5:24.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, a small table, and a wall decoration.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a phone, and a wall with artwork.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a blue and white patterned bedspread, wooden headboards, and a wooden floor.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a wooden headboard and white bedding. There are two paintings on the walls, one above each bed.

Exclusive Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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A bathroom with a large mirror, a black countertop, a copper sink, and a towel rack with white towels.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite

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  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
7.6 out of 10, Good, 22 reviews
$69 nightly
The price is $78
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
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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

  • Poker Flats Casino - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Regal Hollywood - Merced - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Merced County Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Merced College - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • University of California Merced - 11 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Five Star Burger - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪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.

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  • All inclusive available
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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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

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Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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 Sep 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite on Oct 18, 2026 start from $77, including 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

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 477 out of 884 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 884 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 884 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 884 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 884 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yenssy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price the place is amazing I would stay over and over again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always friendly staff and beautiful hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always clean and the bestest rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DARREN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place for the price. Super clean and near the freeway. Staff super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
better than motel 6
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everytime I'm in Merced, this is where I stay.. always a nice visit
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel to relax
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The stay was great only thing was the bathtub leaked a lot. Other than that I would def stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Germaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes it was a perfect stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sergey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No breakfast, bur hotel has all amenities needed to solo traveler.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MARIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will book again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and neat. Staff was nice and air conditioning was perfect. Even though it was a staycation it was so relaxing. And it was safe just like the attendant had stated.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sergey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed 2 nights and just went to Yosemite. Hotel had everting that I need: microwave, shower, Kruger coffer machine.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is always friendly and very clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay overall
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nazareno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a solo traveler or couple looking for an affordable stay with many of the room amenities you could think of. Needed a place to stay that was more affordable than the other venues around Yosemite, without compromising on quality and comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marilee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean room at a good price
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room, decent bed, air conditioning worked, nice for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super clean and comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Needed a 1-day stay near the UC Merced campus over the Easter weekend and found this place. It had pretty good reviews. Overall it was just what we needed agood sage place to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are very clean, property is very well taken care of & feels very safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not fancy. Safe and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to rest
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, clean remodeled rooms and accommodating staff. We would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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