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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

Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite
28.5 km from Merced River
United States
Shirley
CA $112
CA $125 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite
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 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.

2. El Capitan Hotel

El Capitan Hotel
28.5 km from Merced River
United States
Jenica
CA $139
CA $164 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
El Capitan Hotel
An outdoor patio with metal tables and chairs, a covered area with string lights, and a view of a small town with various buildings.
A two-story building with a sign reading "Hotel Charlotte Chambers & Zimmer Rooms."
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a staircase, and a seating area with cushions.
A hallway with a wooden floor, a black cabinet, a mirror, and a door leading to another room.

3. Hotel Charlotte

Hotel Charlotte
36 km from Merced River
United States
cheryl
CA $134
CA $164 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Hotel Charlotte
A hot tub with two people sitting back-to-back.
A staircase leading to a building surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.
A pathway through a wooded area with trees displaying autumn foliage.
An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, surrounded by trees.

4. Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort

Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort
33.1 km from Merced River
United States
Jeffrey Alexis
CA $180
CA $204 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a scenic landscape with trees and hills.
A bedroom with a large bed, a window, and a painting of a mountain landscape.
A kitchen with a large window, wooden shelves, and a kettle on the counter.
A room with a large window offering a view of a hilly landscape, a sofa with patterned cushions, a wooden table, and a black chair.

5. Wildhaven Yosemite Glamping

Wildhaven Yosemite Glamping
32.2 km from Merced River
United States
Jhonny
CA $201
CA $228 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Wildhaven Yosemite Glamping
A corridor with stone walls, a small plant, and a door at the end.
A hotel room with a bed, a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a small garden.
A Miners Inn building with a signboard, entrance, and outdoor seating area.

6. Miners Inn

Miners Inn
31 km from Merced River
United States
Nou
CA $144
CA $163 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Miners Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view of buildings and cars.
A room with a door, a window, a small refrigerator, and a display rack with books.
A covered balcony with a view of parked cars and a building with red-tiled roofs.
A reception area with a wooden desk, a brown leather chair, a white sofa, and a window with a view of trees.

7. The Yosemite Inn

The Yosemite Inn
31.1 km from Merced River
United States
Prakash
CA $148
CA $168 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
The Yosemite Inn
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large planters.
A hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a parking lot.
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.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Merced

Courtyard by Marriott Merced
28.6 km from Merced River
United States
Licet
CA $175
CA $197 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Courtyard by Marriott Merced
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a ceiling fan.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a television.
A residential area with houses, a white picket fence, and a garage.
A patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

9. Mariposa Lodge

Mariposa Lodge
31.6 km from Merced River
Australia
Brian
CA $153
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Mariposa Lodge
A modern wooden house with a large glass door, a wooden deck, and a small cart.
A modern lounge area with a central fireplace, wooden seating, and a hanging chair.
A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A modern house with a pool, wooden steps, and a view of tall trees.

10. AutoCamp Yosemite

AutoCamp Yosemite
35.3 km from Merced River
United States
Tina
CA $253
CA $343 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
AutoCamp Yosemite
A river with a sandy bank and trees in the background.
A large bear sculpture with a child, set against a building with a stone wall and a grassy area with rocks.
A two-story building with a balcony, a stone fountain, and a well-maintained garden.
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a green bedspread, two chairs, a table, and two bedside lamps.

11. Cedar Lodge

Cedar Lodge
44 km from Merced River
United States
Kassie
CA $225
CA $264 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Cedar Lodge
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 room with a dark brown leather sofa, a patterned armchair, and a small wooden table.
A room with a wooden desk, a television mounted on the wall, a microwave, and an ironing board.

12. FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite
28.6 km from Merced River
United States
james
CA $93
CA $104 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite
A reception area with a desk, chairs, a clock, and a map on the wall.
A spacious living area with a large window, comfortable seating, a coffee station, and a mural of a forest scene.
A home office with a large desk, two office chairs, a computer, a printer, and a coffee machine.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

13. Best Western Plus Yosemite Way Station Motel

Best Western Plus Yosemite Way Station Motel
32 km from Merced River
United States
Nancy
CA $234
CA $265 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Best Western Plus Yosemite Way Station Motel
A modern dining area with a central round table, orange chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A modern hotel building with a red and grey facade, a parking lot with marked handicapped spaces, and a SureStay sign.
A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, and a small table with a lamp.
A reception area with a check-in counter, glass doors, potted plants, and a tiled floor.

14. SureStay by Best Western Livingston Merced County

SureStay by Best Western Livingston Merced County
39.7 km from Merced River
United States
Basma
CA $127
CA $138 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
SureStay by Best Western Livingston Merced County
A rustic stone building with a sign reading "Yosemite National Park".
A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a wall-mounted poster.
A lobby with beige armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and large windows offering a view of greenery and a building outside.
A hotel with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a sign reading "The Monarch Boutique Hotel."

15. The Monarch Inn

The Monarch Inn
31.6 km from Merced River
Mexico
Ivette
CA $165
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
The Monarch Inn
A wooden pergola structure with benches in a vineyard setting.
A staircase leading to a building with a sign indicating 'The Vineyard Loft Parking'.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a glass, a chair, and a door with curtains.
A modern living room with a dining area, a large TV, and a unique light fixture.

16. Papillon Cellars

Papillon Cellars
30.7 km from Merced River
United States
Alec
CA $404
CA $576 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Papillon Cellars
A wooden sign for River Rock Inn with the year 4993.
A hotel room with a wooden ceiling, a bed with striped bedding, a bedside table, a lamp, a mirror, and a window with blinds.
An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and chairs, red umbrellas, and potted plants.
A building with a sign reading "RiverRock Inn" and a parking lot in front.

17. River Rock Inn

River Rock Inn
31.8 km from Merced River
Canada
Kate
CA $164
CA $194 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
River Rock Inn
A spacious tent with a central seating area, wooden flooring, and large windows offering forest views.
A tented accommodation with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a cowhide rug.
A tent with a glass door, surrounded by trees, under a starry night sky.
A spacious tent with multiple tables and chairs, a wooden ceiling, and a view of the forest through large windows.

18. Under Canvas Yosemite

Under Canvas Yosemite
45.9 km from Merced River
United States
Martin
CA $471
CA $581 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Under Canvas Yosemite
A two-story house with a porch, arched windows, and a chimney.
A covered porch with white railings, a wooden floor, and a view of a forested hillside.
A covered porch with a railing, a bench, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a microwave, a stove, and a stone island with stools.

19. 5th Street Inn

5th Street Inn
31.9 km from Merced River
United States
Can
CA $192
CA $217 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
5th Street Inn
A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a patterned rug, and blue pendant lights.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a large window with curtains.
A gym with weightlifting equipment, dumbbells, and exercise balls.
A hotel reception desk with a "Welcome to Hampton" sign, a minibar, and a view of a landscape through a window.

20. Hampton Inn Turlock

Hampton Inn Turlock
46.8 km from Merced River
United States
Michael
CA $189
CA $207 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hampton Inn Turlock
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Compare popular hotels close to Merced River

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
11 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
1,905 reviews
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An outdoor patio with metal tables and chairs, a covered area with string lights, and a view of a small town with various buildings.
Hotel Charlotte
9.2
Wonderful
555 reviews
View
A hot tub with two people sitting back-to-back.
Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort
9.0
Wonderful
172 reviews
View
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a scenic landscape with trees and hills.
Wildhaven Yosemite Glamping
9.6
Exceptional
317 reviews
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Top Merced River Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Merced

Courtyard by Marriott Merced

10/10 Excellent
"These room are clean"
Hongmei 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Courtyard by Marriott Merced
Trabucco Trails - Stargaze near Yosemite

Trabucco Trails - Stargaze near Yosemite

10/10 Excellent
"This property was very clean and comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked with dishes and utensils."
Martin H. 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Trabucco Trails - Stargaze near Yosemite
Charming 4 Bedroom Home, Close to Lake McClure & Lake Don Pedro

Charming 4 Bedroom Home, Close to Lake McClure & Lake Don Pedro

10/10 Excellent
"Parking for boat was excellent. House was spacious and clean. Very good Wi-Fi We enjoyed our stay and would definitely look to stay again in the future."
Mark A. 3-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Charming 4 Bedroom Home, Close to Lake McClure & Lake Don Pedro
Yosemite Cottage Escape

Yosemite Cottage Escape

10/10 Excellent
"Good place, good location. Smooth transition, great communication."
Oscar 2-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Yosemite Cottage Escape
Thoughtfully Designed for Accessibility and Family-Friendliness.

Thoughtfully Designed for Accessibility and Family-Friendliness.

10/10 Excellent
"My family and I (including small grandchildren) really enjoyed staying here. The game room was fun and kept the kids happy. The house was clean, well stocked, organized, comfortable and charming. The host Rebecca is priceless. Responds quickly and is so kind. Stay here with confidence."
Jacqueline 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Thoughtfully Designed for Accessibility and Family-Friendliness.
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 2 weeks ago
4 Mi to Dtwn Merced: Spacious Home w/ Yard!
Serenity, a tranquil 4-bed, 3-bath home minutes away from UC Merced.

Serenity, a tranquil 4-bed, 3-bath home minutes away from UC Merced.

10/10 Excellent
"We were in town for the funeral of our daughter, so we reserved this place for us and several of our adult children. It was quiet, clean, had a restful atmosphere and was equipped with the things we needed. Amanda was attentive to our needs. It was one of the best experiences we have had at a VRBO."
Cynthia L. 4-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Serenity, a tranquil 4-bed, 3-bath home minutes away from UC Merced.
Trabucco Gardens - Yosemite Gold Country Stargazing Retreat!

Trabucco Gardens - Yosemite Gold Country Stargazing Retreat!

10/10 Excellent
"We really enjoyed the quiet of this property and the beautiful views of the foothills. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. Mike, the owner answered all of our questions on a timely manner. One of our reasons for picking this rental was to view the August Perseid meteor showers. Having a great open viewing area and very little light pollution, we had a great time.We would definitely stay here again."
Robert B. 3-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Trabucco Gardens - Yosemite Gold Country Stargazing Retreat!
Oaks Retreat in tranquil setting near Yosemite Valley/Merced River

Oaks Retreat in tranquil setting near Yosemite Valley/Merced River

8/10 Good
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Daisy V. 3-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Oaks Retreat in tranquil setting near Yosemite Valley/Merced River

Other attractions near Merced River

Lake McClure Bagby Recreation Area

8.0/10 (43 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Lake McClure Bagby Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Mariposa. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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Dawson Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Dawson Lake during your travels in La Grange.
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Blank Peak

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Blank Peak during your travels in La Grange.
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La Grange Regional Park

Explore the great outdoors at La Grange Regional Park, a lovely green space in La Grange.
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Northern Mariposa County History Center

8.0/10 (2 reviews)
You can study the exhibits at Northern Mariposa County History Center, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Coulterville. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Merced River?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Merced River, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and sporting events.
What's the best place to stay close to Merced River?
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 17.7 mi (28.5 km) from Merced River. Other good options in the area include Miners Inn and Courtyard by Marriott Merced.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Merced River, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Merced River.

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