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A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk, and a chair.
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1. Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite

Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite
8.6 km from University of California Merced
United States
Shirley
CA $111
CA $125 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite
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 gym with various exercise equipment, including a bench, dumbbells, and cardio machines.

2. Hilton Garden Inn Merced

Hilton Garden Inn Merced
10.3 km from University of California Merced
United States
Shaina
CA $146
CA $161 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Hilton Garden Inn Merced
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and artwork on the walls.
A modern outdoor seating area with round tables, cushioned chairs, and a variety of plants.
A cafe with a checkered floor, multiple seating areas including tables and benches, hanging plants, and a bar counter with stools.
A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a unique wall mural.

3. El Capitan Hotel

El Capitan Hotel
8.7 km from University of California Merced
United States
Margarita
CA $130
CA $153 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
El Capitan Hotel
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and a covered seating area.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a built-in microwave, and a coffee maker.
A hotel reception area with a computer monitor displaying a breakfast menu, a desk with a keyboard and mouse, and red upholstered chairs.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a kitchenette.

4. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced
9.3 km from University of California Merced
United States
Leslie
CA $161
CA $180 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large planters.
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.
A hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a parking lot.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Merced

Courtyard by Marriott Merced
8.7 km from University of California Merced
United States
Licet
CA $176
CA $197 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Courtyard by Marriott Merced
A garden with topiary sculptures and a pathway.
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 dark brown leather sofa, a patterned armchair, and a small wooden table.
A bathroom with a large mirror, a black countertop, a copper sink, and a towel rack with white towels.

6. FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite
8.8 km from University of California Merced
United States
james
CA $93
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.
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.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, and a snack bar.
A kitchenette with a refrigerator, a microwave, and a window with a view of buildings and greenery.

7. Ramada by Wyndham Merced

Ramada by Wyndham Merced
8.9 km from University of California Merced
United States
Lindsay
CA $105
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Ramada by Wyndham Merced
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a coffee maker, a microwave, and a view of the city through a window.
A room with a desk, chair, sofa, and a window with blinds.
A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.
A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a covered entrance, stone facade, and palm trees.

8. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG
9.1 km from University of California Merced
United States
James
CA $137
CA $154 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a metal fence.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.
A lobby with a fireplace, blue armchairs, orange chairs, and a patterned rug.
A modern kitchen with a built-in sink, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Merced

Hampton Inn & Suites Merced
9.2 km from University of California Merced
United States
Jeremy
CA $118
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Hampton Inn & Suites Merced
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating area with striped chairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a painting on the wall, and a door leading to another room.
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.

10. Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
8.8 km from University of California Merced
United States
Medardo
CA $125
CA $140 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Best Western Inn
A kitchen counter with a coffee maker, toaster, and a bowl of oranges.
A hotel reception area with a counter, a bookcase, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages and snacks.
A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a mini-fridge, a microwave, and a small cabinet with drawers.
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.

11. Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite

Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite
8.8 km from University of California Merced
United States
Griselda
CA $97
CA $109 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite
A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a number "1215" on the facade.
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

Days Inn by Wyndham Merced / Yosemite Area
9.5 km from University of California Merced
United States
thomas
CA $100
CA $112 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Days Inn by Wyndham Merced / Yosemite Area
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 bathroom with a white sink, toilet, and a window.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a wall with colorful geometric patterns, and framed pictures.
A building with a sign that reads 'Signature' in a stylized font.

13. Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway

Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway
8.4 km from University of California Merced
United States
Juan
CA $95
CA $107 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway
A hotel with a rocky water feature in the courtyard, surrounded by palm trees and a parking area.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, including a microwave and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A wooden desk with a television, a chair, and a small cabinet.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a mirror, a TV, and a kitchenette.

14. PACIFIC EXPRESS INN

PACIFIC EXPRESS INN
8.7 km from University of California Merced
United States
Nataly
CA $123
CA $161 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
PACIFIC EXPRESS INN
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, wooden columns, and a seating area with a round table and chairs.
A dining room with wooden chairs and tables, a chandelier, and framed pictures on the walls.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.
A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with a chair and table.

15. Merced Inn and Suites

Merced Inn and Suites
9 km from University of California Merced
United States
Jesus
CA $82
CA $91 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Merced Inn and Suites
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 small, well-lit room with a kitchenette, two chairs, and large windows.
A reception area with a counter, chairs, a clock, and a TV on the wall.

16. Motel 6 Merced, CA - North

Motel 6 Merced, CA - North
9.4 km from University of California Merced
United States
Samantha
CA $93
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Motel 6 Merced, CA - North
A parking lot with several cars, a sign for Apple Inn, and a building with a red roof in the background.
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by a fence, with a building in the background.
A reception area with a marble counter, a chandelier, and framed artwork on the walls.
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

Applegate Inn
16.6 km from University of California Merced
United States
Timothy
CA $93
CA $101 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Applegate Inn
A kitchen with dark cabinets, a white refrigerator, and a granite countertop.
A small room with a compact refrigerator, a window with curtains, and a carpeted floor.
A motel with a parking lot, a red car, and a building with a red roof.

18. Valley Motel

Valley Motel
16.7 km from University of California Merced
United States
Allen
CA $93
CA $101 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Valley Motel
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Compare popular hotels close to University of California Merced

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk, and a chair.
Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite
9.4
Exceptional
13 reviews
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An outdoor patio with seating, a fire pit, and a view of palm trees.
Hilton Garden Inn Merced
9.2
Wonderful
327 reviews
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A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and artwork on the walls.
El Capitan Hotel
9.6
Exceptional
1,893 reviews
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An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and a covered seating area.
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced
8.8
Excellent
862 reviews
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A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large planters.
Courtyard by Marriott Merced
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
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Top University of California Merced Hotel Reviews

El Capitan Hotel

El Capitan Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Charming, clean, located downtown. Parking garage across the street"
daniel 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
El Capitan Hotel
SureStay by Best Western Livingston Merced County

SureStay by Best Western Livingston Merced County

10/10 Excellent
"Mina is very helpful"
Basma 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
SureStay by Best Western Livingston Merced County
Hampton Inn & Suites Merced

Hampton Inn & Suites Merced

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room nice breakfast"
mario 2-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Hampton Inn & Suites Merced
Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Good location"
Carl 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Best Western Inn
Courtyard by Marriott Merced

Courtyard by Marriott Merced

10/10 Excellent
"These room are clean"
Hongmei 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Courtyard by Marriott Merced
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced

8/10 Good
"Staff were accommodating when weekend was overbooked."
Rosemary 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced
Merced Inn and Suites

Merced Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Good service"
Antonio 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Merced Inn and Suites
4 Mi to Dtwn Merced: Spacious Home w/ Yard!

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."
Eufracia I. 5-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
4 Mi to Dtwn Merced: Spacious Home w/ Yard!
Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway

Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay peaceful and clean affordable good room space"
Juan 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway

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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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6.6/10 (46 reviews)
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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)
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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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