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Gateway Inn

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

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Exterior
Breakfast area
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
Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1780 Sunrise Highway, Merrick, NY, 11566
  • Place, Merrick Road Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Norman Levy Park and Preserve
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Merrick Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪28 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

Located within a leisurely stroll of Merrick Road Park, Gateway Inn is within a few miles (5 km) of Sea Breeze Waterfront Park. 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
  • Norman Levy Park and Preserve - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Merrick Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Flushing Meadows-Corona Park - 28 min drive - 20.6 miles
  • Citi Field - 32 min drive - 25.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pollo Campero - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Smith Street Deli - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬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 luggage storage, concierge services, and securing valuables. 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.

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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

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)

More

  • 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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 Jan 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gateway Inn on Jan 20, 2026 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 within a short 13-minute walk of Merrick Road Park. You'll also find Freeport's Nautical Mile and Sea Breeze Waterfront Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site 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, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 164 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 143 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 328 out of 1002 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

4.6/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael Alfredo Morel

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

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Mylika

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I arrived you could smell the mildew because there was no fan in the bathroom. Brought my own sheets and pillow because I didn’t trust that they would actually be clean. The tables had not been wiped down and there was a hair on the shower curtain that wasn’t mine.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melva

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was rude. Place had roaches. Door card didn’t work so had to call the front desk to let us in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here before and will again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latoya

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Keith

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Traveled with family
Room was dirty, smells of smoking I don’t smoke, I have a bunch of pictures there were holes in the blanket broken light switch in bathroom. I checked in on Oct 8, no refrigerator, hair dryer, no microwave, no small coffee machine normal things you would have in the room, I went to the lobby to ask why and and was told I give you another room Oct 9 the next day and went the next day and was told we have to charge you for the refrigerator an up charge make no sense I stayed in the original room. The next day I came back to the room and it was not made up back to the lobby and asked for a towel and asked why nothing was done and they said they will do it tomorrow morning the next day came back to the room which was Oct 10 and nothing was done back to the lobby and asked again for a towel and why the room wasn’t cleaned again they will come tomorrow Oct 11 left did my work finally sat I left came back and the room was cleaned and 4 and it was made up I had dumped the garbage myself and checked out Oct 12 4:15 am. This was the worst experience I ever had and will never stay there again, I’m going to try to send photos of the room, if you have any questions feel free to call me at 516-643-0279 and we can go over the pictures, thank you Kevin Canham.
Holes in blanket
Another section of wall
Broken light switch, electrical hazard
Air return has not been cleaned in a very long time
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Giannini

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dedra

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Heat didn't work properly. Garbage from previous guest was left in room. Cracked bathroom windows.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom sink did not drain. Tissue box was left empty. Dirt visible on floor on the table.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was stained everywhere. Walls, ceiling, floor were dirty and damaged. We stayed in the room long enough to find another place to stay. Checked in at 3 pm and returned card at 4 pm then left. It looked like a homeless shelter.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Rachel

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

2/10 Terrible

Joseph

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Sheryl

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

8/10 Good

Kyle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Price for the room was very fair. The room was clean and quiet. Location was great for where I needed to get to.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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