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A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk, and a chair.

A reception desk with two chairs, framed leaf artwork on the wall, and a bulletin board with a sign.

A kitchen area with waffle makers, a waffle dispenser, and a window providing natural light.

1. Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite

8.6 km from University of California Merced

Shirley

CA $111

CA $125 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

An outdoor patio with seating, a fire pit, and a view of palm trees.

A modern bar area with wooden bar counters, multiple seating options including bar stools and tables, and a variety of bottles and glasses on the shelves.

A modern architectural structure with vertical columns, a concrete pathway, and a view of palm trees and a distant building.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent Hilton Garden Inn sign, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit entrance.

2. Hilton Garden Inn Merced

10.3 km from University of California Merced

Shaina

CA $147

CA $162 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and artwork on the walls.

A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a unique wall mural.

A cafe with a checkered floor, multiple seating areas including tables and benches, hanging plants, and a bar counter with stools.

A modern outdoor seating area with round tables, cushioned chairs, and a variety of plants.

3. El Capitan Hotel

8.7 km from University of California Merced

Margarita

CA $130

CA $153 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and a covered seating area.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A Towneplace Suites Marriott hotel with a modern design, a covered entrance, and a parking area with handicapped spaces.

A hotel reception area with a computer monitor displaying a breakfast menu, a desk with a keyboard and mouse, and red upholstered chairs.

4. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced

9.3 km from University of California Merced

Leslie

CA $161

CA $180 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large planters.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a desk, and a bathroom with a bathtub and a shower.

A modern lounge area with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A modern hotel lobby with a digital display on the wall, tiled flooring, and a reception area.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Merced

8.7 km from University of California Merced

Licet

CA $176

CA $197 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A garden with topiary sculptures and a pathway.

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

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.

A room with a wooden desk, a television mounted on the wall, a microwave, and an ironing board.

6. FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

8.8 km from University of California Merced

james

CA $94

CA $105 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a coffee maker, a microwave, and a view of the city through a window.

A vending area with two freezers and shelves stocked with snacks and beverages.

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a covered entrance, stone facade, and palm trees.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

7. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG

9.1 km from University of California Merced

James

CA $137

CA $154 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

A kitchenette with a refrigerator, a microwave, and a window with a view of buildings and greenery.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, and a snack bar.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and wooden cabinets. There are two bottles of hand soap and a coffee maker on the counter.

8. Ramada by Wyndham Merced

8.9 km from University of California Merced

Lindsay

CA $105

CA $118 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a metal fence.

A modern kitchen with a built-in sink, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A lobby with a fireplace, blue armchairs, orange chairs, and a patterned rug.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Merced

9.2 km from University of California Merced

Jeremy

CA $118

CA $132 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A kitchen counter with a coffee maker, toaster, and a bowl of oranges.

A Rodeway Inn with a modern facade, well-maintained landscaping, and clear signage.

A hotel reception area with a counter, a bookcase, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages and snacks.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a microwave, a mini fridge, a lamp, and a small table with a coffee maker.

10. Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite

8.8 km from University of California Merced

Griselda

CA $97

CA $109 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating area with striped chairs.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with a covered patio area.

A gym with a treadmill, elliptical, and stationary bike.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a painting on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

11. Best Western Inn

8.8 km from University of California Merced

Medardo

CA $125

CA $140 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a number "1215" on the facade.

A beverage dispenser with labeled containers for orange juice, pink lemonade, and water.

A modern kitchen with yellow chairs, a microwave, and a coffee machine.

A modern building with a flat roof, a central entrance with glass doors, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Merced / Yosemite Area

9.5 km from University of California Merced

thomas

CA $100

CA $112 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A reception desk with a colorful wooden panel design, a poster of Yosemite National Park, a white door, and a small table with a water dispenser and snacks.

A coffee maker with a label reading "maid" and a bag of coffee labeled "Fresh Coffee Inside."

A building with a sign that reads 'Signature' in a stylized font.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a wall with colorful geometric patterns, and framed pictures.

13. Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway

8.4 km from University of California Merced

Juan

CA $95

CA $107 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A hotel with a rocky water feature in the courtyard, surrounded by palm trees and a parking area.

A two-story motel with a parking lot in front.

A wooden desk with a television, a chair, and a small cabinet.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, including a microwave and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

14. PACIFIC EXPRESS INN

8.7 km from University of California Merced

Nataly

CA $124

CA $162 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, wooden columns, and a seating area with a round table and chairs.

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with a chair and table.

A hotel with a symmetrical facade, palm trees, and a central entrance with a staircase.

A dining room with wooden chairs and tables, a chandelier, and framed pictures on the walls.

15. Merced Inn and Suites

9 km from University of California Merced

Jesus

CA $82

CA $91 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A motel with a parking lot, numbered 1410, and a sign indicating room availability.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a wall-mounted light, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a sign indicating the number 6.

A reception area with a counter, chairs, a clock, and a TV on the wall.

16. Motel 6 Merced, CA - North

9.4 km from University of California Merced

Samantha

CA $94

CA $105 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A parking lot with several cars, a sign for Apple Inn, and a building with a red roof in the background.

A dining area with wicker chairs and a glass table, a wooden cabinet, and a large window with a view of the street.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by a fence, with a building in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, two white chairs, a table with a vase of flowers, two wall-mounted lamps, and a desk with a chair.

17. Applegate Inn

16.6 km from University of California Merced

Timothy

CA $93

CA $101 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a white refrigerator, and a granite countertop.

A motel sign with the word "MOTEL" in large red letters on a building.

A motel with a parking lot, a red car, and a building with a red roof.

18. Valley Motel

16.7 km from University of California Merced

"Valley Inn review Relatively quiet stay the occasional train made quite a racket. The bathroom was clean, but the shower curtain was not long enough to keep water in the shower and the floor got soaked. There’s no bathmat. I had to use an extra towel which I had to request from housekeeping. There is an ashtray in the room. Not sure why if it’s a non-smoking room. There is no trashcan in the bathroom only one by the door. The air-conditioning and heat was adequate. The bed is a little lumpy and...

Allen

CA $93

CA $101 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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Compare popular hotels close to University of California Merced

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite	9.4 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Merced	9.2 Wonderful 327 reviews	View
El Capitan Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,893 reviews	View
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced	8.8 Excellent 862 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Merced	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View

Top University of California Merced Hotel Reviews

El Capitan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Charming, clean, located downtown. Parking garage across the street"

SureStay by Best Western Livingston Merced County

10/10 Excellent

"Mina is very helpful"

Hampton Inn & Suites Merced

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room nice breakfast"

Best Western Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Good location"

Courtyard by Marriott Merced

10/10 Excellent

"These room are clean"

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced

8/10 Good

"Staff were accommodating when weekend was overbooked."

Merced Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Good service"

4 Mi to Dtwn Merced: Spacious Home w/ Yard!

10/10 Excellent

"Such a great stay! Accurate listing, and great communication from host. Would stay here again."

Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay peaceful and clean affordable good room space"

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Merced County Courthouse Museum

7.4/10 (69 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Merced County Courthouse Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Merced. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Applegate Park Zoo

7.2/10 (96 reviews)

Meet the animals who call Applegate Park Zoo home during your travels in Merced. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Poker Flats Casino

6.6/10 (46 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Poker Flats Casino during your time in Merced? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Regal Hollywood - Merced

You can take time to visit Regal Hollywood - Merced during your travels to Merced. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Stephen Grey Park

After visiting Stephen Grey Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Merced. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Vista Ranch and Cellars

7.2/10 (52 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Vista Ranch and Cellars during your travels to Merced. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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McNamara Park

8.0/10 (1 review)

McNamara Park is just one of the places to see in Merced, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Merced County Fairgrounds

7.8/10 (166 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Merced County Fairgrounds during your trip to Merced. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of California Merced?

University of California Merced is located in an area that travelers like for its university setting. You'll find 38 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near University of California Merced?

El Capitan Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 3 restaurants and a 24-hour fitness center. You'll find it 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from University of California Merced. Other good choices in the area include Hilton Garden Inn Merced and Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG.

How many hotels should I expect to find near University of California Merced?

Expedia has 38 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from University of California Merced.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of California Merced, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near University of California Merced.

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Our top choices for University of California Merced hotels

1. Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite

2. Hilton Garden Inn Merced

3. El Capitan Hotel

4. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced

5. Courtyard by Marriott Merced

6. FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

7. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG

8. Ramada by Wyndham Merced

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Merced

10. Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite

11. Best Western Inn

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Merced / Yosemite Area

13. Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway

14. PACIFIC EXPRESS INN

15. Merced Inn and Suites

16. Motel 6 Merced, CA - North

17. Applegate Inn

18. Valley Motel

Compare popular hotels close to University of California Merced

Top University of California Merced Hotel Reviews

El Capitan Hotel

SureStay by Best Western Livingston Merced County

Hampton Inn & Suites Merced

Best Western Inn

Courtyard by Marriott Merced

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced

Merced Inn and Suites

4 Mi to Dtwn Merced: Spacious Home w/ Yard!

Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway

Other attractions near University of California Merced

Merced County Courthouse Museum

Applegate Park Zoo

Poker Flats Casino

Regal Hollywood - Merced

Stephen Grey Park

Vista Ranch and Cellars

McNamara Park

Merced County Fairgrounds

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