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

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

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.

1. Hilton Garden Inn Merced

10.3 km from University of California Merced

Tracy

RM431

RM474 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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 cafe with a checkered floor, multiple seating areas including tables and benches, hanging plants, and a bar counter with stools.

A modern outdoor seating area with round tables, cushioned chairs, and a variety of plants.

2. El Capitan Hotel

8.7 km from University of California Merced

Margarita

RM396

RM467 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 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 room with a desk, chair, sofa, and a window with blinds.

A vending area with two freezers and shelves stocked with snacks and beverages.

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

3. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG

9.1 km from University of California Merced

James

RM403

RM452 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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.

4. Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite

8.6 km from University of California Merced

Shirley

RM344

RM386 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

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

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

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

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

5. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced

9.3 km from University of California Merced

Leslie

RM472

RM530 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

6. Courtyard by Marriott Merced

8.7 km from University of California Merced

Licet

RM518

RM580 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

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 modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a countertop, and a window.

A kitchenette with a refrigerator, a microwave, and a window with a view of buildings and greenery.

7. Ramada by Wyndham Merced

8.9 km from University of California Merced

Lindsay

RM309

RM346 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A garden with topiary sculptures and a pathway.

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

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

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.

8. FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

8.8 km from University of California Merced

james

RM275

RM308 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

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

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Merced

9.2 km from University of California Merced

Jeremy

RM347

RM389 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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

10. Best Western Inn

8.8 km from University of California Merced

Medardo

RM369

RM413 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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 reception area with a counter, a bookcase, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages and snacks.

11. Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite

8.8 km from University of California Merced

Griselda

RM285

RM319 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

A modern building with a flat roof, a central entrance with glass doors, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

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

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Merced / Yosemite Area

9.5 km from University of California Merced

thomas

RM293

RM329 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 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 building with a sign that reads 'Signature' in a stylized font.

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

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a wall with colorful geometric patterns, and framed pictures.

13. Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway

8.4 km from University of California Merced

Juan

RM281

RM315 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 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 wooden desk with a television, a chair, and a small cabinet.

14. PACIFIC EXPRESS INN

8.7 km from University of California Merced

Nataly

RM363

RM475 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

A hotel with a symmetrical facade, palm trees, and a central entrance with a staircase.

15. Merced Inn and Suites

9 km from University of California Merced

Jesus

RM240

RM269 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

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

A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a sign indicating the number 6.

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.

16. Motel 6 Merced, CA - North

9.4 km from University of California Merced

Samantha

RM275

RM309 total

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

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.

17. Applegate Inn

16.6 km from University of California Merced

Timothy

RM286

RM309 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

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

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

A motel with a parking lot, a red car, and a building with a red roof.

A small room with a compact refrigerator, a window with curtains, and a carpeted floor.

18. 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

RM275

RM297 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by palm trees and a landscaped garden.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a vase with a plant, and a closet with a red door.

A hallway with patterned floor tiles, a white door, and a red wall.

A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a potted plant. There is a window with curtains, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

19. Golf, Fish & More: Cozy Safari Unit in Atwater!

13.2 km from University of California Merced

RM387

RM606 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to University of California Merced

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilton Garden Inn Merced	9.2 332 332 reviews	View
El Capitan Hotel	9.6 1898 1,898 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG	9.0 1002 1,002 reviews	View
Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite	8.8 15 15 reviews	View
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced	8.8 863 863 reviews	View

Top University of California Merced Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Merced

10/10 Excellent

"Parking was easy to find The room was really clean"

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay from start to finish! The room was spacious, fresh, and exceptionally clean. A special shoutout to the front desk staff for being so welcoming and accommodating. The breakfast options were great with plenty of variety to start the day. Smooth check-in, hassle-free parking, and a very comfortable setup. Highly recommend!"

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced

8/10 Good

"It is a big and clean room with a kitchen and a full size refrigerator and a dinning table. Free self parking. the hotel is good overall but what thing I don't like is I saw dogs allowed into the hotel and the hotel is too close to highway traffic."

Best Western Inn

8/10 Good

"I have stayed here multiple times, the breakfast is better prepared than other BW hotels, the staff is nice, and the rooms are clean. My only qualm this stay is that the mattress was on a metal frame with springs that made sounds every time I moved on my bed. Besides that, the mattress was still comfortable and I will stay here again."

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

10/10 Excellent

"Great value. Clean and nice."

Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite

8/10 Good

"Clean room, a bit noisy from the highway"

Hampton Inn & Suites Merced

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room nice breakfast"

Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite

10/10 Excellent

"Great customer service."

Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay peaceful and clean affordable good room space"

Other attractions near University of California Merced

Merced County Courthouse Museum

7.4/10 (69 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Merced County Courthouse Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Merced. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Applegate Park Zoo

7.2/10 (96 reviews)

Meet the animals who call Applegate Park Zoo home during your travels in Merced. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Poker Flats Casino

6.6/10 (46 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Poker Flats Casino during your visit to Merced? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Regal Hollywood - Merced

You can take time to visit Regal Hollywood - Merced during your travels to Merced. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Stephen Grey Park

After visiting Stephen Grey Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Merced. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Vista Ranch and Cellars

7.2/10 (52 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Vista Ranch and Cellars during your travels to Merced. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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McNamara Park

8.0/10 (1 review)

McNamara Park is just one of the places to see in Merced, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Merced County Fairgrounds

7.8/10 (166 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Merced County Fairgrounds during your trip to Merced. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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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 40 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 Hilton Garden Inn Merced and Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG.

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

Expedia has 40 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. Hilton Garden Inn Merced

2. El Capitan Hotel

3. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG

4. Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite

5. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced

6. Courtyard by Marriott Merced

7. Ramada by Wyndham Merced

8. FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Merced

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. PACIFIC EXPRESS INN

15. Merced Inn and Suites

16. Motel 6 Merced, CA - North

17. Applegate Inn

18. Valley Motel

19. Golf, Fish & More: Cozy Safari Unit in Atwater!

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Top University of California Merced Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Merced

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced

Best Western Inn

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite

Hampton Inn & Suites Merced

Merced Hotel - Gateway to Yosemite

Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway

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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