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Gateway Inn

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Merrick hotel

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Exterior
Main Building Deluxe King w/ Sofabed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Main Building Deluxe King w/ Sofabed | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Breakfast area

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1780 Sunrise Highway, Merrick, NY, 11566
  • Place, Merrick Road Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Hofstra University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Garden Queen, Smoking

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Garden Queen

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Garden Double

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Main Building Deluxe Double (Highway View)

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Main Building Deluxe Double (Courtyard View)

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Main Building Deluxe King w/ Sofabed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Main Building Deluxe King w/ Sofabed

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Main Building Deluxe King

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Main Building King, Handicap Accessible | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Main Building King, Handicap Accessible

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Garden Double, Smoking

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Merrick

In Merrick .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Merrick hotel, you'll find Merrick Road Park and Norman Levy Park and Preserve. Also, Sea Breeze Waterfront Park is within 3 miles (5 km) and Opus Casino Cruise Lines is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Merrick Road Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Jones Beach State Park - 7 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Hofstra University - 8 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum - 8 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater - 11 min drive - 9.8 miles

Getting around

  • Merrick Station - 9 min walk
  • Farmingdale, NY (FRG-Republic) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pollo Campero - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Gateway Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Merrick hotel
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Gateway Inn also features a garden, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Merrick hotel.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Gateway Inn offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary toiletries. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 9.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 5.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: USD 300 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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 9.0 per night

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 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Gateway Inn Merrick
Gateway Merrick
Gateway Inn Hotel
Gateway Inn Merrick
Gateway Inn Hotel Merrick

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gateway Inn to the airport?

Gateway Inn is 11.5 mi (21-min drive) away from the Farmingdale, NY (FRG-Republic) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gateway Inn?

As of Oct 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gateway Inn on Oct 20, 2025 start from $111.0, 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 Gateway Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gateway Inn.

How close is Gateway Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 10.9 mi (20-min drive) from Long Beach and 7 mi (12-min drive) from Jones Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gateway Inn offer free breakfast?

Gateway Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gateway Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Opus Casino Cruise Lines (7-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Gateway Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Gateway Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Gateway Inn have a pool?

Gateway Inn does not have a pool.

Does Gateway Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Gateway Inn to downtown Merrick?

Gateway Inn is 0.5 mi away from Merrick.

Gateway Inn Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 166 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 140 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 313 out of 1005 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

4.6/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JOSE, King of Prussia

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Romuald

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

peterson

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was expecting a room that looked like the one shown in the picture, but when I arrived, the room appeared to have not been updated. The bathroom looked horrible, and for paying $189 a night, it was not acceptable, and i didn't even get the option for the inside room they have available. Plus, a bar of soap was open
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Betty

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s clean, quiet, staff is very friendly and helpful. I wish it had an elevator for people with knee issues and some welcoming refreshments. ( juice, fruits and water).
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

MANNY

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is very old and dirty The staff was rude
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor hotel

I stayed here years ago never again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kanchandeep

It was very good
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert, Lindenhurst

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were put on the second floor with Elevator not operable. We informed them one of us had a handicap. There was no iron or ironing board in the room.They didnt deliver both items and said we have to pick them up and once again go up and down the stairs. The Tv had very minimal channels and the room and bathroom was filthy.The sink in the bathroom backs up badly. This place is a Dept of Health Nightmare and should be shutdown. $420.00 for 2 nights was a total ripoff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Mary Frances

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kaleo

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Book a non smoking room only to have to smell like people were smoking in it all day.i have lung issues and this just ruined my night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Juliana

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mary

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room smelled bad,dirty walls filthy. Just discusting
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Noé

Traveled with partner
You get what you pay for , it’s cheap so the room isn’t going to be crazy amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Pay an extra 50 bucks and go somewhere else

The room was very dirty. The bedsheets were damp. The bathroom was dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Prem

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Noth even worth wasting time to write reviews. Not even worth 50$
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Diego

The only reason I stayed was that the sheets and the mattresses seemed to be in good shape—good enough not to lose $150 and the pain to go to a new hotel. Otherwise, there was hot water but the room was kept in hideous shape.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pencil scribbles on the walls. Charging outlets didn’t work. One of the wall lights didn’t work. Front door frame split. Rust on fixtures in bathtub.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kakhromon

Very good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Its ok better if they would have microwave and frige
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniela

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible experience
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

JUAN

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

Yuk Eeew

Paint peeling off ceiling and walls. Only 2 lights worked one being bathroom. Bathroom door frame looked like it has been kicked open several times and can see the splits in wood and all nails used to mend together.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025