Gateway Inn

Hotel in Merrick with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

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

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40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Housekeeping
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

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Room options

Garden Queen

204 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

Garden Double, Smoking

204 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Garden Queen, Smoking

204 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Garden Double

204 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Main Building Deluxe Double (Highway View)

204 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Main Building Deluxe King

204 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Main Building Deluxe Double (Courtyard View)

204 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Main Building King, Handicap Accessible

204 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

204 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Main Building Deluxe King w/ Sofabed

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

About the neighborhood

Merrick

Within a short walk of Merrick Road Park, Gateway Inn is within a mile (2 km) of Norman Levy Park and Preserve. This 60-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a coffee shop/cafe, free in-room WiFi, and coffee/tea in a common area.

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

‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬18 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
‪Tropical Smoothie Cafe - ‬18 min walk
‪Wendy's - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Gateway Inn

Hotel in Merrick with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

Gateway Inn features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and free newspapers. You'll find limited parking. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with concierge services, securing valuables, and luggage storage. This hotel also has a garden.

40-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include free newspapers, desks, and free toiletries.

Languages

English

Similar properties

Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$135 nightly

Jul 27 - Jul 28

Total includes taxes and fees

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

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

Garden

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)

Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

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

Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

Breakage deposit: USD 300 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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

Check-in: 3 PM—-11:30 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers limited parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone 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

Is free cancellation available at Gateway Inn?

Gateway Inn provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Gateway Inn?

As of Jul 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gateway Inn on Jul 22, 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.

What's there to do within easy reach of Gateway Inn?

This hotel is located in Merrick, a short 13-minute walk from Merrick Road Park and also 19 minutes on foot from Norman Levy Park and Preserve. You'll also find Sea Breeze Waterfront Park and Opus Casino Cruise Lines within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Gateway Inn?

Yes, though parking is limited.

Does Gateway Inn include a casino?

No, Gateway Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Gateway Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Gateway Inn good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a café and concierge services plus some guestrooms include courtyard views.

Are there hot tubs at Gateway Inn?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Gateway Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Gateway Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Gateway Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Gateway Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does Gateway Inn have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Gateway Inn?

The closest major airport to Gateway Inn is Farmingdale, NY (FRG-Republic), which is 11.5 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK), which is located 17.8 mi away (27-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Gateway Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Gateway Inn.

Gateway Inn Reviews

6.2

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.8/10

Eco-friendliness

4/10 Poor

Miguel

Traveled with partner

Jul 14, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Don’t ever rush me out, you’re lucky to have guests that will stay here. Be courteous, be hospitable, be polite… Learn how to treat clients it’s crucial to you staying in business.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Apr 16, 2025

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

Apr 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deninson

Apr 5, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert, Niskayuna

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family

Mar 31, 2025

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

Mar 13, 2025

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

Mar 13, 2025

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

2/10 Terrible

Kaitlynn

Feb 2, 2025

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

DISGUSTING

This place is disgusting. We checked in, room on the second floor at the very end. We walked into a humid, 76 degree room; walks were cracked and paint peeling. The door to enter didn't even meet the floor threshold leaving a gap and a breeze coming through. There were stains on the blanket of the bed, hair on he pillow, dust on the furniture pieces. I opened the bathroom door to find the tile in the bathroom cracking and black underneath, the countertops to the sink were not clean, and the top of the toilet eve was not wiped off. We didn't even bother to complain or request a refund. We immediately took the room key back to the desk and left. I DO NOT recommend. How this place passes any kind of inspection or code is baffling.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Feb 2, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Jan 23, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

JOHN J

Traveled with partner

Jan 21, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We were in a first floor room. In order to plug anything in,I had to move a dresser. Every wall was chipped. And/or rusted. We asked for more towels. Front desk said ask housekeepers.. housekeepers said as front desk. The bath towel was no bigger than a cloth diaper. And we never got anymore.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicolas

Jan 15, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael, San Diego

Traveled with family

Jan 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Property was clean, but rooms were a bit run down. AC/Heat was not working properly and was obnoxiously loud when used. There was no water pressure. Staff was asked not to disturb and the knocking on the door started at 10am on a 3 day stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

JASPAUL

Traveled with partner

Jan 5, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Dirty, Staff was insulting and also charged extra fees.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Jan 1, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Dec 29, 2024

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Lloyd

Dec 28, 2024

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Marleni

Traveled with partner

Dec 28, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

If you can stay away from this property please do. First off the tub looked very filthy. The toilet bowl looks very disgusting with yellow stains inside of it. The sheet had a burnt hole on it. The pictures must be at least 15 years old. Room number 105 did not look anything like the picture.

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Traveled with family

Dec 15, 2024

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

Get Away from the Getaway Hotel

“Getaway is really two words. Get AWAY. Room 1 reeked of weed. The smoke alarm was screaming to change its batteries and then fell off the wall hanging on by a lone wire dangling like a bungee jumper in distress. The heater was loud and sounded like a transmission without oil. Room 2. Smelled better, better alarm , heater still growled and the tv remote didn’t work the TV. this is your last resort motel if you need a place to sleep after the Nassau Colliseum. my god it was bad.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Dec 14, 2024

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Edwy

Dec 8, 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ryan Si Yue

Dec 8, 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Vladimir

Dec 8, 2024

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicolas

Business traveler

Dec 6, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities

They need it better cleaning services

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Devonette

Business traveler

Dec 6, 2024

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

This place is great for fugitives on the run who would like to lay low. At best the rooms are worth $50 or less ONLY to cover you from outside elements! The outside appearance is deceitful. The paint was peeling from the walls, ac/heat was loud with a small wastebasket beneath and bathroom water did not come through the shower. There was no rest in this space , just clock watching until morning. The front desk agent was also very rude and unhelpful. Avoid this place at all cost. When I asked the rep why I was given that room he pretended not to understand English . Waste of any type of money. Expedia should be ashamed to offer this on site . I’d like a 100 percent refund !

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024