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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.

1. El Capitan Hotel

19 km from Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Candace

₹8,543

₹10,118 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

A gym with cardio machines, a bench, and a rack of dumbbells.

2. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG

20.8 km from Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Maria

₹9,588

₹10,757 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

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 gym with various exercise equipment, including a bench, dumbbells, and cardio machines.

3. Hilton Garden Inn Merced

21.8 km from Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Joshua Paul

₹10,275

₹11,322 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

4. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced

20.8 km from Merced National Wildlife Refuge

gricelda

₹11,011

₹12,354 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

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

5. Courtyard by Marriott Merced

20.1 km from Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Licet

₹12,084

₹13,534 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A residential garden with various plants and rocks.

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

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

A room with a dark brown leather sofa, a patterned armchair, and a small wooden table.

6. FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

20.3 km from Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Michael

₹5,567

₹6,236 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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 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.

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

7. Ramada by Wyndham Merced

20.8 km from Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Beatrice

₹6,516

₹7,310 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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.

8. SureStay by Best Western Livingston Merced County

20.5 km from Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Basma

₹8,740

₹9,526 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

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

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

9. Best Western Inn

20.2 km from Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Carl

₹8,595

₹9,626 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A breakfast station with waffle makers, a waffle batter dispenser, and a cereal sign.

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

10. Days Inn by Wyndham Merced / Yosemite Area

18.1 km from Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Summer

₹7,171

₹8,046 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A kitchenette with a microwave, a refrigerator, a toaster, and a bread display.

A hotel room with a sofa, a chair, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a microwave.

A building with a red entrance canopy, American flags, and a sign for AAA.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a door leading to a hallway.

11. Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite

20.1 km from Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Regina

₹6,344

₹7,106 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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.

A reception area with a counter, a bookshelf with magazines, a refrigerator with beverages, and a wall with the hotel name.

12. Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite

20.2 km from Merced National Wildlife Refuge

lilian

₹6,373

₹7,138 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

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 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.

13. Motel 6 Merced, CA - North

18 km from Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Samantha

₹6,413

₹7,195 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A reception area with a marble counter, a chandelier, and framed artwork on the walls.

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.

14. Applegate Inn

15.6 km from Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Timothy

₹6,424

₹6,938 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 bathroom with a white sink, toilet, and a window.

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.

15. Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway

20.6 km from Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Myo

₹6,645

₹7,456 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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 room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

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

16. Merced Inn and Suites

20.8 km from Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Shabbir

₹5,601

₹6,273 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a mirror, a TV, and a kitchenette.

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

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

17. PACIFIC EXPRESS INN

20.1 km from Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Nataly

₹9,312

₹10,430 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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.

18. Valley Motel

15.6 km from Merced National Wildlife Refuge

"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

₹6,835

₹7,381 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A reception desk with a marble counter, a mirror above it, and a window with a view of the street. There are flowers on the counter and a door to the left.

A building with a sign reading 'OFFICE' and an American flag. There is a wheelchair-accessible parking sign nearby.

A well-maintained lawn with neatly trimmed hedges and a variety of flowering plants.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a desk with a chair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

19. Maple Inn & Suites

22.5 km from Merced National Wildlife Refuge

James

₹8,149

₹8,964 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a credit card machine, and several potted plants.

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table, and a large window.

A living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa with patterned cushions, a desk with a chair, and a window with blinds.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a framed picture on the wall, and a red accent wall.

20. La Plaza Inn Los Banos

22.1 km from Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Maria D

₹7,499

₹8,928 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Property	Property class	Guest rating
El Capitan Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,919 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Merced	9.2 Wonderful 387 reviews	View
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced	8.8 Excellent 878 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Merced	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View

Top Merced National Wildlife Refuge Hotel Reviews

El Capitan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Overall, we enjoyed the character of the hotel, restaurants and our room."

Hilton Garden Inn Merced

10/10 Excellent

"Great!"

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

10/10 Excellent

"I’m a frequent patron of this motel. It’s not fancy but it’s very clean, comfortable, and reasonably priced."

Applegate Inn

8/10 Good

"Good but , bathroom and sink need some mantenence ."

Days Inn by Wyndham Merced / Yosemite Area

8/10 Good

"Stay was good. Comfortable bed and good tv. Needed to fix the desk lamp. Did not get fixed while I was there. Phone did not connect to front desk"

Merced Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Melody at the front desk was awesome, she is very nice and always very helpful. It was a little upsetting that the ice machines didn't work, and that there was a $210 pet fee and a $100 deposit which wasn't stated on my itinerary when I booked the room but it was a great stay neither the less"

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Roland D. Brooks Jr. Neighborhood Park

8.0/10 (1 review)

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Merced County Fairgrounds

7.8/10 (166 reviews)

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McNamara Park

8.0/10 (1 review)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Merced National Wildlife Refuge?

Merced National Wildlife Refuge is located in an area that travellers like for its cafes. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, take a look at some of the hotels and other accommodation options that Expedia offers in the area.

What's the best hotel to stay near Merced National Wildlife Refuge?

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 11.8 mi (19 km) from Merced National Wildlife Refuge. Other good choices in the area include Applegate Inn and Valley Motel.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Merced National Wildlife Refuge, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Merced National Wildlife Refuge.

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Our top choices for Merced National Wildlife Refuge hotels

1. El Capitan Hotel

2. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG

3. Hilton Garden Inn Merced

4. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced

5. Courtyard by Marriott Merced

6. FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

7. Ramada by Wyndham Merced

8. SureStay by Best Western Livingston Merced County

9. Best Western Inn

10. Days Inn by Wyndham Merced / Yosemite Area

11. Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite

12. Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite

13. Motel 6 Merced, CA - North

14. Applegate Inn

15. Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway

16. Merced Inn and Suites

17. PACIFIC EXPRESS INN

18. Valley Motel

19. Maple Inn & Suites

20. La Plaza Inn Los Banos

Compare popular hotels close to Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Top Merced National Wildlife Refuge Hotel Reviews

El Capitan Hotel

Hilton Garden Inn Merced

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

Applegate Inn

Days Inn by Wyndham Merced / Yosemite Area

Merced Inn and Suites

Other attractions near Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Macready Park

Youth Sports Complex

Stephen Leonard Park

Roland D. Brooks Jr. Neighborhood Park

Merced County Fairgrounds

McNamara Park

Stephen Grey Park

Regal Hollywood - Merced

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