Merced Hotels

Courtyard Merced is one of the top hotels in town, on account of its modern decor, the clean & comfortable rooms, and the friendly staff. The property is located along Motel Drive, near to several other hotels, on the east edge of town; west facing rooms have views over Highway 99 and the farmland beyond, while those on the other side look out over a residential area that borders Route 140 (the road to Mariposa and Yosemite National Park). Freshly cooked breakfast is available at the hotel's Bistro restaurant; other amenities are a convenience store, indoor pool, whirlpool and exercise room.

Open spring 2026, the Hilton Garden Inn is now the southernmost hotel in Merced, situated in a rural location at the Mission Avenue-Hwy 99 intersection, next to a couple of gas stations and restaurants; the city center is 3 miles northwest. Guest rooms have long distance views across the flat surroundings towards distant hills. Free hot breakfast is served each morning, while the other main amenities are a fitness center, conference center and outdoor swimming pool.

Hilton's representative in Merced is the 83 room/suite Hampton Inn, adjacent to Hwy 99 on the south edge of town, part of a typical highway-side group of restaurants, gas stations, shops and other hotels, 2 miles from Merced County Fairgrounds. An outdoor pool, whirlpool and a small fitness room are available for relaxation, together with a business center and 39-person meetings facility for guests here on business. The good quality free breakfast includes a selection of hot items, and is provided in a carry-out version for guests leaving early.

Open late 2018, the TownePlace Suites is now the southernmost hotel in Merced, overlooking Hwy 99 near the Childs Avenue intersection, at the edge of a quiet residential area; the city center is 2.5 miles away. There are several restaurants close by. The all-suite property offers guest rooms in two bedroom, one bedroom and studio floorplans, all with a full kitchen. Free hot breakfast is served each morning in the lobby, while bbq grills provide an alternative to in-suite cooking. The hotel also has a 24 hour fitness center and an outdoor pool.

Highlight of Ramada by Wyndham is the secluded courtyard garden at the center, containing an outdoor pool. Guest rooms are in two blocks at either side, and the whole complex is set back 300 feet from the access road so provides quiet accommodation. There are several restaurants adjacent. The hotel is reached from the Childs Avenue intersection of Hwy 99, towards the east edge of the city. Other amenities are free wi-fi, free coffee and a refrigerator/microwave in select rooms.

The recently built, 91 room Holiday Inn Express hotel in Merced sits along a quiet residential side street on the south side of town, just off Highway 99 and half a mile from Highway 140 to Yosemite National Park. There are three restaurants within a few minutes walk, though free breakfast buffet (including hot items) is provided free at the hotel. All accommodation features luxurious bedding, a large TV and free internet access; the 19 suites have divided living/sleeping areas plus an extra sofa bed. Also available are the usual pool/hot tub/fitness center, together with guest laundry, a business center and three meeting rooms.

Best Western Inn of Merced is one of about 6 lodgings along the appropriately named Motel Drive, towards the east side of town and right next to CA 140 which reaches the western boundary of Yosemite National Park after 63 miles. Some of the hotel's 42 rooms have views over the parking area & outdoor pool, and across to farmland beyond nearby highway 99, while others overlook a residential district. Free continental breakfast is provided; other meals are available from the adjacent Sir James Steak House restaurant/lounge.

The Days Inn is an affordable, pet friendly, exterior corridor motel, offering just basic facilities, of free wi-fi and free continental breakfast. The two floor property adjoins a residential district along R Street, just south of Hwy 99, 1.8 miles from Merced Regional Airport. There are two restaurants in the vicinity, and many more on the far side of the freeway.