Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite

2.5 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Merced

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Lobby
Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Efficiency) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Business center
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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730 Motel Dr, Merced, CA, 95340
  • Merced County Fairgrounds
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Merced College
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • University of California Merced
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(31 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Merced

Heart of Merced.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 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Merced County Fairgrounds - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Merced County Courthouse Museum - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Applegate Park Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Merced College - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • University of California Merced - 11 min drive - 7.9 miles

Getting around

  • Merced Station - 3 min drive
  • Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Smash Bros - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Merced
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is served daily. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Merced hotel.

  • 65 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite offers 65 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Cable television is provided. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

This Merced hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The property charges USD 2.99 for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per night
  • Administrative fee: USD 2.99 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 2.99

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
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, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Comfort Inn Merced
Comfort Inn Motel Merced
Merced Comfort Inn
Comfort Inn Merced Hotel Merced
Quality Inn Merced
Quality Merced
Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite Hotel
Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite Merced
Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite Hotel Merced

Frequently asked questions

How close is Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite to the airport?

Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite is 5 mi (10-min drive) away from the Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite.

Does Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite offer free breakfast?

Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Poker Flats Casino (19-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite have a pool?

Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite does not have a pool.

Does Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite to downtown Merced?

Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite is 1.1 mi away from Merced.

Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 297 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 194 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 110 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 89 out of 1000 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
During my stay it was fine, except for the breakfast they have. In my opinion, they need to improve and provide better service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was lacking. Toast and waffle.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kaliska

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property I like it a lot had a good time which day there again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The service was great. The only complaint i would have would be the tv only had one channel orher than that it was good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

juan de jesus

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

Near UC Merced

Comfortable beds, enough room for my 2 nephews, son and i . Breakfast provided, need to mix the waffle mix more. Cost effective, and close to UC MERCED
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Simar, CHICO

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in rough condition , extremely noisy and the AC was broken.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joanie

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The iron holder didn’t fit the iron and came off the wall the carpet smell curtains was dirty side chair was dirty the fan in the bathroom didn’t work pillows need to be replaced worst hotel we ever stay in… and what’s happening to the pool area. Elevator was painted black covering up all that writing on the wallThank God I was only here for my son’s graduation. Wish I could attach pictures PLEASE REMODEL ASAP!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
When getting there the sheets had rips in it . Walls was dirty. It was just dirty all around
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Scott

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Motel and Room from Hell!

We were placed in an accessible room that had not been prepared for us. This room should never have been occupied, the carpet in the room was soaking wet from runoff from the shower. There was no phone, chair, coffee maker, or clock. How folks would contact anyone if we had a problem was unknown. As I usually do, I placed my worn underware on the floor by where cloths are hung, they were soaking wet the next morning. There were no clathes hangers for handing trousers, only clip hangers, and if one used these for trousers, the trousers would have been wet. No effort was made on our behalf, although, we were offered a change of rooms but by then we were unpacked and only staying one more night. We reported the problems but except for being allowed to take the desk chair from the lobby, which I had to lift over the bed to get it to the desk, no change. This room should never be rented until the entire bathrooom and shower is fixed so the water from the shower doesn't flow onto the carpet in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Garbage (beer bottles) in trash can. Shower rod was built badly with the ends being higher than the middle the curtain kept sliding down the rod and allowing water all over the floor.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando, Covina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Chill place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lewis

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
In Ridgecrest, there was easy access to the room. In Artesia, access to the room wasn’t easy, and the breakfast was lousy - complete with frozen waffles and sloppy, soupy oatmeal. In Merced, the door lock on the room was broken. Front desk staff had to accompany each time my wife returned to the room in order to unlock it with a master key.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reynaldo

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Debra

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lenore

Traveled with family

Overall, this hotel is a good experience

Overall, this was a great deal for the price. I would say this is a three star hotel. The pros are that it offered a full breakfast, was reasonably priced, and our room was pretty nice. The cons are that the bath/shower were a bit old and rundown with rips in the shower curtain. Also, the front desk clerk said that they would offer breakfast meat however, when we arrive for breakfast the next morning, no breakfast meats were offered. There was plenty of parking and the hotel staff was very accommodating and courteous. There is no pool as the pool area was boarded up. The hotel is situated in a moderate, middle income residential area. The hotel is conveniently located approximately 6 miles from the UC Merced campus, which makes it convenient if you’re staying in town to visit a student.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerold

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Judy

Disliked: Amenities
Old property. Needs a lot of upgrades.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

lizbeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Our room was okay. Beds/ sheets were clean room had fridge and microwave front office was nice But our restroom light / vent was super loud walls were dirty. Didn't have time to try the breakfast but it lookd like they had a good set up.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Shalamar

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025