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Our top choices for Merced motels

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

1. Motel 6 Merced, CA - North

Motel 6 Merced, CA - North
2.0 star property
Merced
6.6 out of 10, (918 reviews)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff and very convenient parking"
United States
Samantha
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Motel 6 Merced, CA - North
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.

2. Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway

Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway
2.0 star property
Merced
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"It is a cheap hotel"
United States
Nury
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway
A kitchen counter with a coffee maker, toaster, and a bowl of oranges.

3. Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite

Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite
2.0 star property
Merced
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (202 reviews)
"Great staff great help"
United States
lilian
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite
A parking lot with several cars, a sign for Apple Inn, and a building with a red roof in the background.

4. Applegate Inn

Applegate Inn
2.5 star property
Atwater
7.4 out of 10, Good, (315 reviews)
"Very friendly, good location, nice place."
United States
Timothy
The price is AU$103
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Applegate Inn
A kitchen with dark cabinets, a white refrigerator, and a granite countertop.

5. Valley Motel

Valley Motel
2.0 star property
Atwater
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"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...
United States
Allen
The price is AU$111
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Valley Motel
A covered outdoor seating area with white columns, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.

6. Sunrise Inn Turlock

Sunrise Inn Turlock
2.5 star property
Turlock
7.4 out of 10, Good, (262 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Leland
The price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Sunrise Inn Turlock
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

7. Turlock Inn

Turlock Inn
2.5 star property
Turlock
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (313 reviews)
"Super clean, cute, comfy. Most of all the hat is amazing."
United States
Yolanda
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Turlock Inn
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a credit card machine, and several potted plants.

8. La Plaza Inn Los Banos

La Plaza Inn Los Banos
2.5 star property
Los Banos
5.0 out of 10, (367 reviews)
"Everything perfectly "
United States
Maria D
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
La Plaza Inn Los Banos
A reception area with marble walls, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper floor.

9. Hometown Inn

Hometown Inn
2.0 star property
Los Banos
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (153 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Juan Luis
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Hometown Inn
Lobby

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Turlock

Super 8 by Wyndham Turlock
2.0 star property
Turlock
5.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Room smelled, roof looked damaged, floor dirty, blankets were all ripped looked like they have been burnt."
United States
Gerardo
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Super 8 by Wyndham Turlock
A reception area with a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a large glass door leading outside.

11. Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Madera

Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Madera
2.0 star property
Madera
6.8 out of 10, (383 reviews)
"Very good location right next to pilot"
United States
Jaspreet
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Madera
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Top Merced Hotel Reviews

El Capitan Hotel

El Capitan Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"El Capitan Hotel is an incredible jewel in Northern California and specifically in Merced. The staff is magnificent, the grounds are impeccable and the design is calm and beautiful. Thank you so very much!"
ROBERTO 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
El Capitan Hotel

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Merced Motels information

Number of reviews
3,041
Accommodation
14 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$103
Highest Price
AU$172

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Merced?
If you're having difficulty finding a motel in Merced, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find a similar property from more than 85 hotels and other lodging options. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.
What are motels like?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the car park. Starting in the early 1950s, customised neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and today, examples of these can still be found along historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Merced?
Motel 6 Merced, CA - North: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite: A seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as free wired Internet. Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Merced?
In this family-friendly area, you can explore the shops and enjoy the restaurants while you're sightseeing. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Merced River, McNamara Park and Stephen Leonard Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions in the area: Applegate Park Zoo and Joan Faul Park. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Merced County Fairgrounds, Merced National Wildlife Refuge and Poker Flats Casino.
What's the weather like in Merced?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Merced to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Merced is 456 mm.
What are my options for getting around Merced while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Merced to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal), which is located 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from the city centre. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite), which is 28.4 mi (45.7 km) away. If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at Merced Station.

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