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Gateway Inn

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Merrick hotel

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

Reviews

6.0 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
  • Merrick Road Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Hofstra University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Garden Queen

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Garden Double, Smoking

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Garden Queen, Smoking

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 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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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Main Building Deluxe King

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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 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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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

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 - 10 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
  • ‪Smith Street Deli - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pollo Campero - ‬1 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.

Languages

English

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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 Aug 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gateway Inn on Aug 24, 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

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 200 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 165 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 131 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 282 out of 1002 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gina

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

2/10 Terrible

TIM

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

TIM

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Internet was sporadic there was no refrigerator in the room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Charlotte

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here before because of its proximity to my family. Sadly it has become run down. Our room was fairly comfortable, but the bathroom door wouldn’t close all the way and there wasn’t a handle on the inside. I didn’t take pictures.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old stained tub in bathroom
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark Machiri

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not friendly and understanding
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edil

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beware!!!!

My room was terrible bathroom door was kiced in and would not close .. dirty walls and bad room smell
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Maria

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Non smoking room reeked of cigarettes, the bathroom was missing the door handle, and the door did not shut anyway, the sink spits water horizontally out, you get soaked trying to use it. The place was overall dirt and looks like there has been no maintenance for years.Looks nothing like the pictures on your site.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

April

Traveled with family
The mattress cover was stained. The ceiling had water damage and a crack. The sink in the bathroom wouldn’t drain. When we turned the shower on black stuff came out of the faucet. The wash cloth has black stains.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Barthelemy

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Run down

Way past it's prime
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor condition of room

The room was old looking. The doors had chipped paint, the bathroom door could barely close. The TV had tape all around it and bad picture and sound. The ceiling in the bathroom was rusty.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Need to update hotel

Definitely not updated. had wholes in blanket wheni was checking the bed for bug there was a big rip in the matter also bed was hard and in the bathroom there was water coming from underneath the sink i think
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

mercedes

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Shower head was broken.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Denise

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

6/10 Okay

Yanis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
They need to remodel their facilities because some doors are old and the rooms look bad conditioned but it's ok to stay a night
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Definitely wouldnt stay there again. The pictures will show why. Place just looked dirty. As soon as you walked in. Didnt feel comforting. Stains on the walls. Chair was dirty. Table was dusty. Chips and damaged walls. Ac unit barely worked, kept cutting off. Bathroom had mold in the shower. Blankets had holes & marks on them.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deninson

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert, Niskayuna

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
No breakfast. It has seen better days.Handicapped bathroom excellent, but handicap access to facility fair.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great customer service but bad smell

The front desk person was very polite and super nice but the smell was uncomfortable, as soon as we walked into the building it smelled like Marijuana and then our room did as well. I know nothing can be done about guests smoking but it was still unpleasant specially since we were going to a family event and had that odor on us.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

JULIO RODRIGUEZ

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything is old and dirty. Dust everywhere. Booked a three night stay only stayed there for the first night due to wife having severe allergic reaction because of so much dust. Not sure what is going on there but would avoid at all cost.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025