10 Best Motels in Merced: Find Cheap Motels in Merced, CA 2026

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Motel 6 Merced, CA - North : Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite : A seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like free wired internet. Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway : Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

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1. Motel 6 Merced, CA - North

Merced

Garrett

￥11,420 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

2. Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway

Merced

Juan

￥12,428 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

3. Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite

Merced

Griselda

￥12,764 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

4. Applegate Inn

Atwater

Timothy

￥11,620 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

5. Valley Motel

Atwater

"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

￥11,670 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

6. Sunrise Inn Turlock

Turlock

Elizabeth S

￥12,247 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

7. Turlock Inn

Turlock

Roland

￥19,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

8. Hometown Inn

Los Banos

Lucas

￥15,341 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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Top Merced Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Merced / Yosemite Area

10/10 Excellent

"Front desk and dinning staff were excellent. Room was very clean and well put together. Everything that I needed was there. And in excellent condition. Parking was very accessible. And the air conditioner worked so good."

El Capitan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Our daughter just started at the UC in town and this is where we stay when in the area -- from the first college tour to now her first day of classes, I think we've now stayed at this hotel four times? It's really quite lovely. The staff are all so friendly and helpful across the board - from the cleaning staff to the front desk to the servers in the restaurants. The rooms are nice, the hotel is well-maintained. The AC is COLD, which is important for the hot summers. It's near restaurants, thrift stores, ice cream, wine bar, etc - all within a walkable distance. The ride to UC Merced's main campus is 14 minutes. It truly feels like a home away from home."

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Merced Motels information

Number of reviews	2,308
Accommodation	14 Motels
Lowest Price	￥11,420
Highest Price	￥19,195

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Merced?

If you're having trouble locating 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 80 hotels and other lodging options. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-effective amenities such as free parking and free airport transportation.

What are motels like?

At most motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. Introduced in the early 1950s, eye-catching neon signs enticed road-weary travelers, and today, examples of these can still be found along historic U.S. 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 parking. Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite: A seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like free wired internet. Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

What can I do in Merced?

In this family-friendly area, you can check out 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, Poker Flats Casino, and Merced County Courthouse Museum.

What's the weather like in Merced?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, 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 temp of 80°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 51°F. Average annual precipitation for Merced is 18 inches.

What are my options for getting around Merced when 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) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite), which is 28.4 mi (45.7 km) away. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop on a train at Merced Station.

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