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FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

Property class: 2.5

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A garden with topiary sculptures and a pathway.
A bathroom with a large mirror, a black countertop, a copper sink, and a towel rack with white towels.
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 room with a dark brown leather sofa, a patterned armchair, and a small wooden table.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

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 College
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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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About the area

Merced

At FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite you'll be 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Poker Flats Casino and 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Regal Hollywood - Merced. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and free high-speed Internet. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Merced hotel, you'll be 3 km (1.9 mi) from Merced County Courthouse Museum and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Merced County Fairgrounds.

What's nearby

  • Poker Flats Casino - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Regal Hollywood - Merced - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Merced County Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Merced College - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • University of California Merced - 11 min drive - 13.7 km

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

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 a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Golf

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1950
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

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
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 3 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite on 2 Nov 2026 start from NZ$124, 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.

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

Yep, FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?

No, FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 479 out of 888 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 888 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 888 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 888 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 888 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

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always friendly staff and beautiful hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always clean and the bestest rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
better than motel 6
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The outside of the motel was well manicured. The location was convenient but quiet. The floors of the room were dusty/dirty and I found myself regularly needed to rinse off my feet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will book again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean room at a good price
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super clean and comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

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

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

8/10 Good

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