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FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

Property class: 2.5

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A garden with topiary sculptures and a pathway. - FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite (Merced)
A bathroom with a large mirror, a black countertop, a copper sink, and a towel rack with white towels. - FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite (Merced)
A hotel room with two beds, each with a wooden headboard, white pillows, and a dark blue quilted bedspread. There are two wall decorations, a round mirror with a reflective surface and a circular design, and a wooden door. - FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite (Merced)
A room with a dark brown leather sofa, a patterned armchair, and a small wooden table. - FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite (Merced)
A room with a wooden desk, a television mounted on the wall, a microwave, and an ironing board. - FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite (Merced)
FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite provides amenities like golfing on site and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a blue patterned bedspread and white pillows. There are two paintings of flowers on the walls, and a nightstand with a phone and a clock displaying 5:24.

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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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, a small table, and a wall decoration.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(49 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a phone, and a wall with artwork.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a blue and white patterned bedspread, wooden headboards, and a wooden floor.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a wooden headboard and white bedding. There are two paintings on the walls, one above each bed.

Exclusive Room, 2 Queen Beds

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a large mirror, a black countertop, a copper sink, and a towel rack with white towels.

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. McNamara Park and Roland D. Brooks Jr. Neighborhood 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
    11 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
  • Five Star Burger
    13 min walk
  • Dutch Bros Coffee
    12 min walk
  • Starbucks
    10 min walk

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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 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

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

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

6.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 475 out of 882 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 882 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 882 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 882 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 882 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet clean and friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gijs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Clean lodging and efficient support at a very good rate.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely surprised with this property. Clean, comfortable bed, great AC. Felt recently remodeled with nice bathroom. big fridge and good microwave.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On a business trip, our owner reports his room was clean and contained what he needed. The bed, however, was uncomfortable. Location was okay and he had a good night's sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Returning guest. The location is right off of the freeway. The parking is easy as you get to park right in front of your room. Staff was still just as friendly and the room was excellent; spacious, clean and comfortable. Just what we needed. Would continue to recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in. Staff was kind and welcoming. The room itself was also cute and comfortable. The only thing I didn't like was that the ceiling fan was missing the pull string to turn on the fan but it was no big deal, the air conditioner cooled the room off. Would recommend and would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel to relax
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and neat. Staff was nice and air conditioning was perfect. Even though it was a staycation it was so relaxing. And it was safe just like the attendant had stated.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is always friendly and very clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Kenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super clean and comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to rest
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

EDWARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is comprised of single story bungalows. The property is small, but well maintained. The room was clean and everything was as expected. I did not have any interaction with the staff, except for getting checked in...and then we left the next morning before they were officially open. There also aren't any other amenities, like a pool, but we never seem to have time for that anyways. (They don't offer, and we weren't expecting, a complimentary breakfast, but nowadays, most of the hotels that claim to offer a "breakfast" just have some packaged biscuit and bad coffee. So, one is really better off, staying in a hotel that does not offer the "complimentary" breakfast, and just getting some yogurt, fruit & pasteries from the closest grocery store.) Everything in the room worked, including the HVAC, which is surprising since even in the big "name brand" hotels, their HVAC typically doesn't work very well, or only gives heat or cooling, but not both. The HVAC in our room provided blessed relief from the heat and humidity so typical of August in Merced. The only possible negative is that there is some freeway noise, just a whisper. Even so, I think this will be our next stay in Merced.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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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
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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
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8/10 Good

Tapajyoti

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