FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

2.5 star property
Hotel in Merced with free parking

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Garden
Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Bathroom sink
Property amenity
Interior detail

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1199 Motel Dr, Merced, CA, 95340
  • Merced County Fairgrounds
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Merced College
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • University of California Merced
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Exclusive Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Merced

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Poker Flats Casino and Regal Hollywood - Merced. This 23-room hotel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

What's nearby

  • Merced County Fairgrounds - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Merced County Courthouse Museum - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Applegate Park Zoo - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Merced College - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • University of California Merced - 12 min drive - 8.3 miles

Getting around

  • Merced Station - 4 min drive
  • Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • In-N-Out Burger
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

Hotel in Merced with free parking
FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can expect free WiFi and wired Internet, along with flat-screen TVs. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard.

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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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site

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 elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • 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 available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in fee: USD 10 (subject to availability)

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, 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free 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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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 and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Sep 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite on Sep 29, 2025 start from $72.0, 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 FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?

This hotel is located in Merced, close to Merced County Fairgrounds, Applegate Park Zoo, and Vista Ranch and Cellars. You'll also find Poker Flats Casino and Merced County Courthouse Museum within a short drive.

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

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite have a casino?

No, FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and free Internet access as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?

The closest major airport to FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite is Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal), which is 5.3 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite), which is around 27.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?

No, at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.