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FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

2.5 star property
Hotel in Merced with free parking

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FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite combines tranquility with convenience. Travelers enjoy on-site golfing and garden grounds while staying connected with in-room WiFi. The smoke-free property maintains a 24-hour front desk for assistance throughout the stay.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AED 275
AED 309 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Exclusive Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Exclusive Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1199 Motel Dr, Merced, CA, 95340

What's nearby

  • Merced County Fairgrounds - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Merced County Courthouse Museum - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Applegate Park Zoo - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Merced College - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • University of California Merced - 12 min drive - 12.6 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
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk

About this property

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

Hotel in the historical district
FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite provides amenities like golfing on site and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite boast perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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  • Pet friendly
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6.8 out of 10, 1,021 reviews
The price is AED 247
AED 277 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

FairBridge Inn Merced/Gateway Yosemite Merced
FairBridge Inn Merced/Gateway Yosemite
FairBridge Merced/Gateway Yosemite Merced
FairBridge Merced/Gateway Yosemite
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FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite Hotel
FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite Merced
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Frequently asked questions

Is FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 5 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite on 9 November 2025 start from $84.0, 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.

How much is parking at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 10 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Poker Flats Casino, Regal Hollywood - Merced, and Merced County Courthouse Museum. Merced County Fairgrounds and McNamara Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

6.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 350 out of 712 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 712 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 712 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 712 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 712 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a really nice hotel for the money.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Parking safe and room simple but adequate
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nicely decorated and it was quite cozy 🌻
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akshay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great price and great place in the town
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always my go-to place to stay while in town. Family owned and operated. Very friendly. The husband and wife are always welcoming. I recommend this place to everybody whenever they happen to be in Merced
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

vianey

Liked: Amenities
It’s pretty much an isolated spot , however restaurants and a market really near to hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always my go to when in Merced.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean, conviniently located.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Amenities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like everything, whoever owns that motel loves it ,and I couldn't I rate it higher
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good. Everytime I'm in town this is my go to place. Staff is awesome. family owned and operated. They treat me very nicely every time I come by.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can't beat it!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick check in, helpful service, very clean everything.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older unit well maintained. Traffic noise due to freeway
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little motel especially for the price. The rooms are clean and well kept and the property is very well maintained. Quiet location and the freeway entrance is right around the corner.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Palle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I’d stay there again

Classic American motel style room. But very nicely modernized, and very clean. I stayed there before going to Yosemite NP. Appr. 1h 45m from the park. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice managers/owners and the room was clean and efficient although somewhat small. Only real complaint was the shower, water flow was very small. But overall a good experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is wonderful and attentive!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Girish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Fast check-in. Good for short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice large room, older shower/tub. Good bed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rick

Liked: Staff & service
The newly renovated room was nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Erlindo

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no pool as described, the fridge was not kept up, white frost in the small fridge, no continental breakfast. The beds were comfortable room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exactly as advertised, perfectly fine motel. Big room and modern bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
we had a nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023