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FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

2.5 star property
This peaceful retreat in the historical district offers lush gardens and golf course views, while the helpful staff ensures a relaxing stay for all visitors.

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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

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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Wonderful
(43 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Merced, FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite is in the historical district and near the airport. Merced National Wildlife Refuge and McNamara Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Merced County Fairgrounds and Stephen Leonard Park. Applegate Park Zoo and Joan Faul Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Merced travel guide
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1199 Motel Dr, Merced, CA, 95340

What's nearby

  • Poker Flats Casino
    2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Regal Hollywood - Merced
    2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Merced County Fairgrounds
    3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Merced College
    6 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • University of California Merced
    12 min drive - 8.5 miles

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
  • Starbucks
    10 min walk
  • Starbucks
    3 min drive

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

6.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 430 out of 817 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 817 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 817 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 817 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 817 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel to relax
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nazareno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a solo traveler or couple looking for an affordable stay with many of the room amenities you could think of. Needed a place to stay that was more affordable than the other venues around Yosemite, without compromising on quality and comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room, decent bed, air conditioning worked, nice for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is always friendly and very clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super clean and comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Minh Duy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is friendly and helpful. Overall, it’s a good experience. However, the WiFi doesn’t work during my stays
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are very clean, property is very well taken care of & feels very safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to rest
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

RENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This location is easy to find. Friendly staff. Quick check-in. No breakfast but many restaurant options nearby. Costco is 5 min away. Beautiful grounds, lots of roses. The room is basic but clean. Good water pressure in the shower. The mattress was a little soft but excellent linens. The room includes a microwave, mini fridge and a coffee Keurig machine. Not bad for $65. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean, owners & staff are amazing. Parking lot is safe! We will continue to stay here when we come to Merced.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chandavong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel has a modern and calm feel from the moment you arrive. It’s a beautiful place built for guests to enjoy in comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, clean remodeled rooms and accommodating staff. We would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marine R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Just needed a place for a couple of hours to rest our heads. Early visit to UC Merced next morning. Nice receptionist helped me check in late at 10pm. Location: Seems like they are all the same. Not much quality for that area. Parking lot seemed safe. Around hotel no visible issues. Cons: TV sound didn’t work/ No toilet paper/ called front desk many times & no response till the morning when i called again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and very helpful the room was spotless
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very quiet and comfortable. Location was easy to get to. For the price it was a great place to stay. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice motel with rooms that have recently been remodeled. Everything was great. The bed was very comfortable and the room had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was a little concerned when I arrived how close it was to the freeway. But whenI got in the room I was surprised the freeway noise was gone. Great place really clean, very quiet at night, wasn’t people coming and going. My place to stay when I’m ever down that way.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay. Staff was very courteous and helpful. My room was clean and comfortable and had a refrigerator and a keurig included. Nice renovation has this place looking great at an affordable price.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tapajyoti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is the quietest and best value in Merced. Other hotels are heavily impacted by the homeless with screaming and yelling all night long. The 2 nicer hotels in the downtown area are next to the police station with sirens all night. Management here takes great pains to accomodate their guests. Friendlyness, cleanliness and exceptional pricing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ericka

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

Great hotel

Great hotel overall, room was clean and comfortable with an ac that worked really well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff. Clean room and nice bathroom. Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025