Located in the historical district, FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite offers a serene escape with golfing on site and a garden. With in-room WiFi, you can stay connected while appreciating the smoke-free premises and 24-hour front desk.
Merced County Courthouse Museum - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
Applegate Park Zoo - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Merced College - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
University of California Merced - 12 min drive - 13.3 km
Getting around
Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal) - 11 min drive
Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 48 min drive
Merced Station - 4 min drive
Restaurants
In-N-Out Burger - 3 min drive
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
Located near a train station, FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite is a great choice for a stay in Merced. Guests will have free perks like WiFi, self parking, and wired internet. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
23 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Golfing
Services
24-hour front desk
Facilities
Built in 1950
Garden
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Alarm clock
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 10 (subject to availability)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. There's a charge of USD 10 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Poker Flats Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite and nearby?
FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite has a garden.
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Reviews
FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
6.6
Location
8.6
Staff & service
8.0
Eco-friendliness
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Parking was easy, convenient, and free, with spaces right in front of the rooms. (5 reviews)
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
Sep 13, 2025
Great place. Great location.
Tapajyoti
Tapajyoti, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2025
Great hotel
Great hotel overall, room was clean and comfortable with an ac that worked really well.
ericka
ericka, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 9, 2025
Cute hotel
Cute place to stay, and the lady at check in was friendly.
King
King, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2025
Good Stay
Stayed for a weekend, and the stay went well. Check in was smooth and the room was clean and comfortable overall. No real complaints here, would stay again.
Bradley
Bradley, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
Quick check in, helpful service, very clean everything.
Zachary
Zachary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2025
Great design
Amazing exterior design landscape design interior finishes and fixtures
MICHAEL
MICHAEL, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
It’s clean and quiet and have very great staff
julie
julie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2025
Travelling Australians
Newly refurbished, in excellent condition, bed was clean and comfortable, large bathroom. No Breakfast with booking, but fast food just down the road. Great value for money.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2025
Very nice, and quiet
Tracy
Tracy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
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.
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
Friendly reception in the place it’s very clean
Jorge
Jorge, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2025
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.
Palle
Palle, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2025
Very clean and cute!
We showed up late in the evening and were greeted warmly. Conveniently near interstate, newly renovated.
Ruben
Ruben, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2025
It was good. There was a weird smell in the bathroom. We had to keep the door shut.?
Sheldon
Sheldon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2025
I have great stay at this hotel thanks
Keng
Keng, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2024
Great place to stay at
Salma
Salma, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
This property is unique but very close to the train tracks
Vincent
Vincent, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 28, 2025
Staff is wonderful and attentive!
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
Clean. Fast check-in. Good for short stay.
Girish
Girish, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2024
I enjoy staying at this location on my travels
Kathy
Kathy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 21, 2025
Nice large room, older shower/tub. Good bed.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2025
FairBridge Review
My stay was great. Really nice well-appointed rooms that were clean and comfortable.
Dana
Dana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2025
Perfect i love it
Jesus
Jesus, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 23, 2025
Nice accommodations
Pleasant stay, comfortable bed and surprisingly quiet for its location. I’d stay again. All rooms on ground level.
John
John, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
May 18, 2025
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.