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FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

2.5 star property
This peaceful retreat in the historical district offers lush gardens and golf course views, while the helpful staff ensures a relaxing stay for all visitors.

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FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite combines tranquility with convenience. Travelers enjoy on-site golfing and garden grounds while staying connected with in-room WiFi. The smoke-free property maintains a 24-hour front desk for assistance throughout the stay.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is SAR 296
SAR 332 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Exclusive Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Exclusive Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Merced, FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite is in the historical district and near the airport. Merced National Wildlife Refuge and McNamara Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Merced County Fairgrounds and Stephen Leonard Park. Applegate Park Zoo and Joan Faul Park are also worth visiting.
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1199 Motel Dr, Merced, CA, 95340

What's nearby

  • McNamara Park - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Merced County Fairgrounds - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Poker Flats Casino - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Regal Hollywood - Merced - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Merced County Courthouse Museum - 3 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Merced Station - 4 min drive
  • Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Five Star Burger - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk

About this property

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite

Hotel in the historical district
FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite provides amenities like golfing on site and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite boast perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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The price is SAR 281
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includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Golf

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1950
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 10
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 10 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

FairBridge Inn Merced/Gateway Yosemite Merced
FairBridge Inn Merced/Gateway Yosemite
FairBridge Merced/Gateway Yosemite Merced
FairBridge Merced/Gateway Yosemite
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FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?

As of 16 Muharram 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite on 17 Muharram 2026 start from $88.48, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 10 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Poker Flats Casino, Regal Hollywood - Merced, and Merced County Courthouse Museum. Merced County Fairgrounds and McNamara Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

6.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 376 out of 744 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 204 out of 744 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 744 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 744 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 744 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chandavong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel has a modern and calm feel from the moment you arrive. It’s a beautiful place built for guests to enjoy in comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, clean remodeled rooms and accommodating staff. We would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice motel with rooms that have recently been remodeled. Everything was great. The bed was very comfortable and the room had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay. Staff was very courteous and helpful. My room was clean and comfortable and had a refrigerator and a keurig included. Nice renovation has this place looking great at an affordable price.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and very helpful the room was spotless
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tapajyoti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ericka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Great hotel overall, room was clean and comfortable with an ac that worked really well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Parking safe and room simple but adequate
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodolfo

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Very good environment for a great bargain stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place and room for an overnight on the road. Safe and very clean and modern. Great value.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

vianey

Liked: Amenities
It’s pretty much an isolated spot , however restaurants and a market really near to hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean, conviniently located.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and large room. It was comfortable. Bathroom was very large. Well done.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

King

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute hotel

Cute place to stay, and the lady at check in was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Manager at check in was very gracious and accommodating and rooms are priced lower than normal for this quality. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick check in, helpful service, very clean everything.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

JASON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value

Affordable option during a road trip and visit to Yosemite. The room is cozy, but comfortable & has the necessities. The motel is adjacent to the highway & the railroad tracks, so expect some noise. But overall, the staff were friendly & welcoming & I had a good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kahllid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet, clean and staff was nice. There were food options near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was very attentive and respectful. Room was super clean, i have stayed multiple times and will continue coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s clean and quiet and have very great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Travelling Australians

Newly refurbished, in excellent condition, bed was clean and comfortable, large bathroom. No Breakfast with booking, but fast food just down the road. Great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little motel especially for the price. The rooms are clean and well kept and the property is very well maintained. Quiet location and the freeway entrance is right around the corner.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Friendly reception in the place it’s very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025