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

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.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small table, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

1. El Capitan Hotel

5.4 mi from University of California Merced

Margarita

£84

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

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

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.

2. Hilton Garden Inn Merced

6.4 mi from University of California Merced

Joshua Paul

£90

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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 room with a desk, chair, sofa, and a window with blinds.

A reception desk with a computer, a bench, and framed artwork on the wall.

3. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG

5.7 mi from University of California Merced

James

£84

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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 kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a built-in microwave, and a coffee maker.

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

4. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced

5.8 mi from University of California Merced

Terrence

£98

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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 countertop, and a window.

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.

5. Ramada by Wyndham Merced

5.5 mi from University of California Merced

Lindsay

£64

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A garden with topiary sculptures and a pathway.

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.

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.

6. FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

5.5 mi from University of California Merced

james

£53

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a parking lot.

7. Courtyard by Marriott Merced

5.4 mi from University of California Merced

Licet

£104

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Merced

5.7 mi from University of California Merced

Jeremy

£81

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

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

9. Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite

5.4 mi from University of California Merced

Regina

£55

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a large parking lot and well-maintained landscaping with palm trees and shrubs.

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

5.5 mi from University of California Merced

Carl

£77

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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

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.

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.

11. Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite

5.5 mi from University of California Merced

lilian

£57

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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 Days Inn hotel with a parking lot, palm trees, and a clear sky.

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Merced / Yosemite Area

5.9 mi from University of California Merced

thomas

£50

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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 bathroom with a white sink, toilet, and a window.

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

13. Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway

5.2 mi from University of California Merced

Juan

£53

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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

A small, well-lit room with a kitchenette, two chairs, and large windows.

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

14. Motel 6 Merced, CA - North

5.9 mi from University of California Merced

Samantha

£57

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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 two-story motel with a parking lot in front.

15. PACIFIC EXPRESS INN

5.4 mi from University of California Merced

Nataly

£83

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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.

16. Merced Inn and Suites

5.6 mi from University of California Merced

Antonio

£50

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted lamp, and a framed picture.

17. Applegate Inn

10.3 mi from University of California Merced

Timothy

£55

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A house with a balcony, surrounded by palm trees and a small garden.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a toaster, a knife block, a fire extinguisher, and a First Aid kit.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden dresser, a nightstand, a ceiling fan, and a clock on the wall.

A residential house with a front yard, a driveway, and a street.

18. 10 Mi to Yosemite Lake: Atwater Retreat

8.2 mi from University of California Merced

Isaiah

£118

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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.

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

19. Valley Motel

10.4 mi 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

£55

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to University of California Merced

Property	Property class	Guest rating
El Capitan Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,907 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Merced	9.2 Wonderful 350 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced	8.8 Excellent 869 reviews	View
Ramada by Wyndham Merced	8.4 Very good 170 reviews	View

Top University of California Merced Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Merced

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, new, fresh"

Best Western Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Parking issue"

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced

10/10 Excellent

"friendly helpful"

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Thanks........................"

Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite

8/10 Good

"Check in was easy as well as parking. The room was a little stuffy when we walked in and it took a little bit to get rid of the lingering odor after we turned the AC on. The bathroom was a different story. It reeked of mold. I opened the window for a little while to make it a little more bearable. The outside of the shower definitely had visible signs of mold, and the floors were not cleaned properly. I noticed quite a few strands of long black curly hair throughout the bathroom floor and in the shower (I have straight red hair). The shower itself also felt very flimsy. The floor kept making a weird popping noise when it was stepped on. The bed was also not that comfortable but overall, we had a bed to sleep in and a place to shower however, don't think I'll be staying here again."

Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite

8/10 Good

"Room was clean and staff very friendly."

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"

7 Mi to Lake Yosemite: Family Home w/ Fenced Yard

10/10 Excellent

"The house was perfect for our family visiting Merced for graduation. The kitchen is well stocked. The house is spacious which is great for a larger group and there are plenty of sitting areas. Location was near everything and everywhere we needed to go. I would definitely book this house again."

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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 travellers like for its university setting. You'll find 39 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is 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 traveller data, and this hotel offers 3 restaurants and a 24-hour fitness centre. You'll find it 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from University of California Merced. Other good choices in the area include Merced Inn and Suites and Hilton Garden Inn Merced.

How many hotels will I find near University of California Merced?

Expedia has 39 hotels and other accommodation options 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 most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to University of California Merced.

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Our top choices for University of California Merced hotels

1. El Capitan Hotel

2. Hilton Garden Inn Merced

3. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG

4. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced

5. Ramada by Wyndham Merced

6. FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

7. Courtyard by Marriott Merced

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Merced

9. Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite

10. Best Western Inn

11. Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Merced / Yosemite Area

13. Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway

14. Motel 6 Merced, CA - North

15. PACIFIC EXPRESS INN

16. Merced Inn and Suites

17. Applegate Inn

18. 10 Mi to Yosemite Lake: Atwater Retreat

19. Valley Motel

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Top University of California Merced Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Merced

Best Western Inn

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG

Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite

Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite

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

Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway

7 Mi to Lake Yosemite: Family Home w/ Fenced Yard

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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