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PACIFIC EXPRESS INN

2.5 star property
Hotel in Merced with seasonal outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk

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Surrounded by lush palm trees and vibrant flowers, this serene outdoor space features a natural rock formation and a soothing water feature.
Bathroom features a large mirror, sink, and toilet with a towel rack.
Guests can enjoy balconies from each room.
Two single beds with wooden headboards and white bedspreads, a nightstand with a lamp and telephone, and a radiator.
Cozy retreat with a kitchenette, flat-screen TV, and workspace.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Room options

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, nightstand, and desk, perfect for working or unwinding.

Signature Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Renovated in 2025
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Relax in a stylish room with two single beds, a desk, and a flat-screen TV.

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Renovated in 2025
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the area

Map
951 Motel Dr, Merced, CA, 95341

What's nearby

  • Merced County Fairgrounds - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Merced County Courthouse Museum - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Applegate Park Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Merced College - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • University of California Merced - 12 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Merced Station - 3 min drive
  • Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Five Star Burgers - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk

About this property

PACIFIC EXPRESS INN

Hotel near a train station, remodelled in 2025
PACIFIC EXPRESS INN provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, a vending machine and an off-lead area
  • Smoke-free property and a water dispenser
Room features
All guest rooms at PACIFIC EXPRESS INN offer thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other amenities include:
  • Hairdryers and shampoo
  • 55-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • LED light bulbs, coffee/tea makers and heating

Languages

English, Hindi

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Renovated entire property - January 2025
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20, per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-off cleaning fee of USD 20 and a deposit of USD 50 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus a one-off USD20 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay and Cash App
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Property Registration Number 52221

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from 10 May to 31 October
Pool access available from noon to 7:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

PACIFIC EXPRESS INN Hotel
PACIFIC EXPRESS INN Merced
PACIFIC EXPRESS INN Hotel Merced

Frequently asked questions

Does PACIFIC EXPRESS INN have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from noon to 7:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at PACIFIC EXPRESS INN?

As of 5 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at PACIFIC EXPRESS INN on 1 Sept 2025 start from AU$154.04, 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.

Is PACIFIC EXPRESS INN pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 50 per stay and a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. A cleaning fee of USD 20 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at PACIFIC EXPRESS INN?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at PACIFIC EXPRESS INN?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at PACIFIC EXPRESS INN?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 30 (subject to availability).

Where is PACIFIC EXPRESS INN located?

Situated in Merced, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Poker Flats Casino and Regal Hollywood - Merced. Merced County Courthouse Museum and Merced County Fairgrounds are also within 2 miles (3 km). Merced Station is 30 minutes by foot.

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PACIFIC EXPRESS INN Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 25 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nataly

Liked: Amenities
The staff were really nice and helpful wonderful place to stay at will come back for another family trip
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was coming into town very late and they were cool with checking in at midnight. They were also very accommodating with letting me do a late checkout. I’m glad the ice machine and A/C were working, this was mid to late July, super hot. Overall, it was a pleasant experience. It was the perfect layover to head to Yosemite the next day. Will definitely stay again if I’m ever in the area. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quite and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Tiffany

I loved the ice machine fresh ice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Hector

The night attendant didn’t seem to keen on assisting, he had to call the owner who was helpful. When I checked out, he seemed bothered to assist.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My friend and I were in Merced to attend a large university graduation ceremony. As we were looking for a room with two separate beds as advertised on the website, we understood why those rooms were not available. Thank you for your efforts to accommodate our 1-night stay after a long drive from LA to Merced.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed here multiple nights and rooms are always clean. clean linen and very comfortable beds. Staff is helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaylene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Recommend again if needed
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

salman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All ok
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Ed

Disliked: Staff & service
Door barely locked
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Puddles

My stay at Pacific Express wasn't a very pleasant one. Some if the light fixtures did not work, the room did not have a microwave, and the shower flooded. I had throw towels in front of the door to stop the flow of water into the sleeping area. I personal will not use them again but you can give it a try. Your experience might be better; at least, it was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Crystal

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing was pleasant about this hotel. Took a hour to check in. The room was not clean. Cigarette burns all over the bedding. I do not recommend this hotel. The owners was completly rude. When i checked out i was asked not to return, i did nothing wrong except asked for my cash despoit back. Be warn and stay away from thos place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Annadine

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
There was a mouse in our room. Changed to another room and that room did not have light bulbs in it. You could hear the train go by , znd the bed was very soft and old.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Joshua

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor, outdated conditions, our non smoking room smelled just the opposite. Dirty walls, dirty bathroom, water would not heat up. I only stayed there because it was late and had no other choice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Stephen

Terrible

Wet bad neighborhood. Horrible bed.. Looked like addicts all around. I couldn’t stay and forfeited the charge. Was afraid to leave my truck unattended in the parking lot
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Rooms was fairly new renovated no rooms on ground floor made it hard to get to the room with bad hip and knees but the most was no hot water just a semi lukewarm shower
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Silbano

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Margarieta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Hector

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Aura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zhenyu

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed bugs
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024