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

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

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.

1. El Capitan Hotel

8.7 km from University of California Merced

Candace

₹8,265

₹9,805 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, arranged on a counter with a patterned tile backsplash.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a hot tub, and a building with stone and stucco exterior.

A reception desk with a Holiday Inn Express sign, a computer, and a welcome sign.

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

2. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG

9.1 km from University of California Merced

Maria

₹9,399

₹10,546 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A swimming pool with a stone wall and modern outdoor furniture, including chairs and umbrellas.

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

3. Hilton Garden Inn Merced

10.3 km from University of California Merced

Joshua Paul

₹10,277

₹11,324 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 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

9.2 km from University of California Merced

gricelda

₹11,000

₹12,341 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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.

5. FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

8.8 km from University of California Merced

Michael

₹5,568

₹6,237 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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 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.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Merced

8.7 km from University of California Merced

Xiaorong

₹12,086

₹13,537 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 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 refrigerator, and a snack bar.

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.

7. Ramada by Wyndham Merced

8.9 km from University of California Merced

Beatrice

₹6,517

₹7,311 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

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 modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a sofa, a small table, and a patterned carpet.

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

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Merced

9.2 km from University of California Merced

Diane

₹8,875

₹9,958 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

8.8 km from University of California Merced

Carl

₹8,596

₹9,628 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A swimming pool with a red deck, a lifeguard chair, and a small table with chairs.

10. Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite

8.8 km from University of California Merced

lilian

₹6,388

₹7,154 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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.

11. Days Inn by Wyndham Merced / Yosemite Area

9.5 km from University of California Merced

Egwin

₹7,169

₹8,043 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a window with curtains.

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

A hotel reception area with a wooden counter, a check-in kiosk, a hand sanitizer dispenser, and a trash bin.

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

12. Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite

8.6 km from University of California Merced

Regina

₹6,388

₹7,155 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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 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.

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

13. Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway

8.4 km from University of California Merced

Myo

₹6,646

₹7,457 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 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

9.4 km from University of California Merced

Samantha

₹6,818

₹7,650 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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.

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

15. Merced Inn and Suites

9 km from University of California Merced

Shabbir

₹5,602

₹6,274 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 hotel room with a desk, a dresser, a mirror, a television, and a lamp.

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

16. Applegate Inn

16.6 km from University of California Merced

Timothy

₹6,425

₹6,939 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 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.

17. PACIFIC EXPRESS INN

8.7 km from University of California Merced

Nataly

₹9,314

₹10,432 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A kitchen with a white refrigerator, a coffee station, and two wooden chairs.

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

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

18. 10 Mi to Yosemite Lake: Atwater Retreat

13.2 km from University of California Merced

Isaiah

₹10,823

₹14,825 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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 compact room with a small refrigerator, an air conditioning unit, a window with curtains, and a bed with a patterned bedspread.

19. 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

₹6,836

₹7,383 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to University of California Merced

Property	Property class	Guest rating
El Capitan Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,915 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Merced	9.2 Wonderful 391 reviews	View
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced	8.8 Excellent 878 reviews	View
FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite	8.6 Excellent 904 reviews	View

Top University of California Merced Hotel Reviews

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

10/10 Excellent

"Clean in a good area."

El Capitan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"El Capitan was much more than a place to rest a weary travelers head, it was a vibe. The luxurious atmosphere took me to a beachy, artsy, analog and delicious place. The pour over coffee, the record player and robe comforted me beyond what was really expected. And Victoria's offering 24 hour doordash was epic! My only grief with the place was that I couldn't stay longer!! I checked in very late and even with the later check out it was not long enough to truly unwind. The valet was a little confusing at first with all the one way driving... so I parked in the adjacent lot myself. The valet was kind enough to move the car to park it properly which was convenient but I sadly forgot to put my luggage in the car when it arrived! The staff was amazing and considerate offering to ship me my stuff! The food at the rainbird was excellent and the lounge areas were comfortable and clean. The outside patio with the waterfall and firepit did not disappoint and made way for new memories, laughing and good times! From someone who hasn't been in Merced for a while and has hesitations returning, opting for short and sweet visits, El Capitan made it easy to enjoy the stay and maybe next time I visit the valley it'll be longer."

Courtyard by Marriott Merced

10/10 Excellent

"Only downside is that they don't provide breakfast (we knew that before booking)"

Applegate Inn

8/10 Good

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

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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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. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG

3. Hilton Garden Inn Merced

4. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced

5. FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

6. Courtyard by Marriott Merced

7. Ramada by Wyndham Merced

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Merced

9. Best Western Inn

10. Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite

11. Days Inn by Wyndham Merced / Yosemite Area

12. Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite

13. Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway

14. Motel 6 Merced, CA - North

15. Merced Inn and Suites

16. Applegate Inn

17. PACIFIC EXPRESS INN

18. 10 Mi to Yosemite Lake: Atwater Retreat

19. Valley Motel

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Top University of California Merced Hotel Reviews

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

El Capitan Hotel

Courtyard by Marriott Merced

Applegate Inn

Merced Inn and Suites

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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