FairBridge Inn & Suites Gateway to Yosemite
US$69
/ night
Avg. for November
Prices for FairBridge Inn & Suites Gateway to Yosemite
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US$69
/ night
Avg. for November
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at FairBridge Inn & Suites Gateway to Yosemite average US$66 in the cheapest month (August) and US$80 in the most expensive month (May), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$71 |
| February | US$72 |
| March | US$69 |
| April | US$72 |
| May | US$80 |
| June | US$70 |
| July | US$68 |
| August | US$66 |
| September | US$67 |
| October | US$67 |
| November | US$69 |
| December | US$72 |
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About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 23 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and microwaves.
Location
When you stay at FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite in Merced, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute drive of Poker Flats Casino and Merced County Fairgrounds. This hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Regal Hollywood - Merced and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from McNamara Park.
What's nearby
Poker Flats Casino(1.3 Miles)
Regal Hollywood - Merced(1.4 Miles)
Merced County Courthouse Museum(1.9 Miles)
Merced County Fairgrounds(1.9 Miles)
McNamara Park(2.2 Miles)
Roland D. Brooks Jr. Neighborhood Park(2.2 Miles)
Mercy General Hospital(2.2 Miles)
Applegate Park Zoo(2.7 Miles)
Stephen Leonard Park(2.9 Miles)
Youth Sports Complex(3.1 Miles)
Stephen Grey Park(3.4 Miles)
Merced College(3.5 Miles)
Macready Park(4 Miles)
Merced City Dog Park(4.3 Miles)
Vista Ranch and Cellars(5.5 Miles)
Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal)(5.3 Miles)
Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)(32.2 Miles)
Parking
Free wi-fi
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Garden
Free parking
Location
1199 Motel Drive, Merced, California, United States of America
Poker Flats Casino (1.3 Miles)
Regal Hollywood - Merced (1.4 Miles)
Merced County Courthouse Museum (1.9 Miles)
Merced County Fairgrounds (1.9 Miles)
McNamara Park (2.2 Miles)
Roland D. Brooks Jr. Neighborhood Park (2.2 Miles)
Room options
5
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
9
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds
Room details
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
5
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
5
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Room details
2 Large Double Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
7
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
7
Exclusive Room, 2 Queen Beds
Room details
2 Large Double Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of FairBridge Inn & Suites Gateway to Yosemite
6
Pleasant
Based on 908 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
100%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At FairBridge Inn & Suites Gateway to Yosemite, travelers consistently highlight very clean, renovated rooms with comfortable beds, friendly family-run service, and convenient parking by the door, making it a solid stopover near Highway 99 and Yosemite.
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What guests think
At FairBridge Inn & Suites Gateway to Yosemite, travelers consistently highlight very clean, renovated rooms with comfortable beds, friendly family-run service, and convenient parking by the door, making it a solid stopover near Highway 99 and Yosemite.
Several reviews note traffic and train noise, and some find the in-room air conditioners loud. Rooms are generally small and simple, with occasional maintenance or lighting quirks and limited amenities. Service is mostly warm and efficient, though a few guests experienced locked-lobby check-ins or less helpful interactions. Expect a straightforward, no-frills roadside stay with easy access and good value.
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Facilities
Convenient parking directly outside rooms is widely appreciated. Amenities are basic; there is no pool, and multiple mentions note the ice machine and vending machines unavailable or not working.
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Jim
19 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
place gets the big things right. It was clean. The bed was comfortable. Seemed safe. But lots of other complaints. The swimming pool has been paved over. The ice machine wasn't working. The room was tiny. The room's lighting was spotlights in the ceiling. No bedside lamps, so impossible to read in bed without a spotlight shining in your eyes. The air conditioner was noisy.
place gets the big things right. It was clean. The bed was comfortable. Seemed safe. But lots of other complaints. The swimming pool has been paved over. The ice machine wasn't working. The room was tiny. The room's lighting was spotlights in the ceiling. No bedside lamps, so impossible to read in bed without a spotlight shining in your eyes. The air conditioner was noisy.
6
Elizabeth
15 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Parking safe and room simple but adequate
Parking safe and room simple but adequate
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Ryan
30 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Just for one night, but the room was comfortable, bed was nice and I got a good night’s sleep, despite the motel being across from the 99 North. Shower was good the next morning. Easy and close parking, all free. Things that could be better: no trash cans on the premises other than in the room. TV had lots of channels but the screen was too small for the size picture it projected. No toiletries (soap, shampoo) available, though I had my own. No vending machines. No food to found on the premises.
Just for one night, but the room was comfortable, bed was nice and I got a good night’s sleep, despite the motel being across from the 99 North. Shower was good the next morning. Easy and close parking, all free. Things that could be better: no trash cans on the premises other than in the room. TV had lots of channels but the screen was too small for the size picture it projected. No toiletries (soap, shampoo) available, though I had my own. No vending machines. No food to found on the premises.
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Russell
4 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I like the fact that I could park right next to the room.
I like the fact that I could park right next to the room.
6
Erlindo
18 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
There was no pool as described, the fridge was not kept up, white frost in the small fridge, no continental breakfast. The beds were comfortable room was clean.
There was no pool as described, the fridge was not kept up, white frost in the small fridge, no continental breakfast. The beds were comfortable room was clean.
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Lincoln
28 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Missing were any vending machines for drinks, reading lights for the beds, bath mat (absorbing mat outside the shower), and the option for softer pillows. The fridge also needed defrosting as the ice was interfering with the closing of the fridge door. I appreciated the low fan setting on the AV and the quiet and comfortable parking/courtyard.
Missing were any vending machines for drinks, reading lights for the beds, bath mat (absorbing mat outside the shower), and the option for softer pillows. The fridge also needed defrosting as the ice was interfering with the closing of the fridge door. I appreciated the low fan setting on the AV and the quiet and comfortable parking/courtyard.
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Keren
12 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ice Machine not working
Ice Machine not working
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Jamal
21 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Small parking lot.
Small parking lot.
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Morris
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very cute and nice parking area in front of the rooms, like a garden. Clean room and comfortable. Easy access to the freeway.
Very cute and nice parking area in front of the rooms, like a garden. Clean room and comfortable. Easy access to the freeway.
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ryan J
27 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Had problems getting in room and no ice in the machine
Had problems getting in room and no ice in the machine
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Cleanliness
Reviews frequently praise clean, well-kept rooms after recent renovations. A minority reported issues such as dirty floors or bathrooms, stained linens or towels, and occasional odors.
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Miaona
12 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Bath tub and curtain is very dirty. The shower head and towels hooks are rusty.
Bath tub and curtain is very dirty. The shower head and towels hooks are rusty.
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Norman
27 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff. Clean room and nice bathroom. Definitely will stay again.
Friendly staff. Clean room and nice bathroom. Definitely will stay again.
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Stuart
29 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
But, clean sheets and comfy bed. Floor was so dirty we had to wash our feet again !! Surprisingly not as noisy as anticipated. No amenities - but a drive away there is.
But, clean sheets and comfy bed. Floor was so dirty we had to wash our feet again !! Surprisingly not as noisy as anticipated. No amenities - but a drive away there is.
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Yentsim
3 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Floor was dirty and dusty. Bullet holes in the bathroom window. Bedsheets were dirty and had stains on them. Staff was nice.
Floor was dirty and dusty. Bullet holes in the bathroom window. Bedsheets were dirty and had stains on them. Staff was nice.
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gabriella
21 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This motel has been remodeled and is always clean and pleasant. A great value, this is my go to place when visiting family in the area.
This motel has been remodeled and is always clean and pleasant. A great value, this is my go to place when visiting family in the area.
10
Kenia
26 Dec 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Super clean and beautiful room really big bathroom and felt like a safe location
Super clean and beautiful room really big bathroom and felt like a safe location
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Maria
12 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The bed sheets and pillow covers had several stains it looked like if they hadn’t changed them since the last person had left, the toilet had a hair on it , overall the noise is what you expect from being next to a freeway. The cleaning definitely needs to be double checked.
The bed sheets and pillow covers had several stains it looked like if they hadn’t changed them since the last person had left, the toilet had a hair on it , overall the noise is what you expect from being next to a freeway. The cleaning definitely needs to be double checked.
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Marc
25 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean, newly renovated and checkin was quick. Lady checking us in was very nice.
Very clean, newly renovated and checkin was quick. Lady checking us in was very nice.
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Rebecca
27 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Some Pillowcases heavily yellowed and stained. Some bath towels heavily stained.
Some Pillowcases heavily yellowed and stained. Some bath towels heavily stained.
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Robin
12 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect place and room for an overnight on the road. Safe and very clean and modern. Great value.
Perfect place and room for an overnight on the road. Safe and very clean and modern. Great value.
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Rooms
Renovated, cozy rooms are often small but comfortable, with good beds; some bathrooms are large. Expect potential traffic or train noise and frequently loud in-room AC, plus limited lighting and TV/streaming limitations.
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Jim
19 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
place gets the big things right. It was clean. The bed was comfortable. Seemed safe. But lots of other complaints. The swimming pool has been paved over. The ice machine wasn't working. The room was tiny. The room's lighting was spotlights in the ceiling. No bedside lamps, so impossible to read in bed without a spotlight shining in your eyes. The air conditioner was noisy.
place gets the big things right. It was clean. The bed was comfortable. Seemed safe. But lots of other complaints. The swimming pool has been paved over. The ice machine wasn't working. The room was tiny. The room's lighting was spotlights in the ceiling. No bedside lamps, so impossible to read in bed without a spotlight shining in your eyes. The air conditioner was noisy.
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Judy
15 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Updated floors and furniture. Bed was comfortable. Showerhead squirted all over. No reading light by the bed. Room was very small.
Updated floors and furniture. Bed was comfortable. Showerhead squirted all over. No reading light by the bed. Room was very small.
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DORIS
4 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed for 1 night, have a newly renovated room. Clean. Comfortable. The air conditioner is a bit noisy, but its an older system and it took a little bit to cool the place donw.
Stayed for 1 night, have a newly renovated room. Clean. Comfortable. The air conditioner is a bit noisy, but its an older system and it took a little bit to cool the place donw.
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Michael
3 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Took a chance on a cheaply priced motel that has high reviews. The gamble paid off. The place was pretty great. My only complaint was the ac unit was very loud. Could not hear each other or tv
Took a chance on a cheaply priced motel that has high reviews. The gamble paid off. The place was pretty great. My only complaint was the ac unit was very loud. Could not hear each other or tv
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Julie
18 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Plenty of highway noise but otherwise ok
Plenty of highway noise but otherwise ok
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Amy
25 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stumbled on this little gem thanks to Expedia. Was just a single night, family of 4, heading to Yosemite. Owners have done a wonderful job renovating this older motel. Beds and bedding extremely comfortable.Nice large bathroom. Ceiling fan in main room. And there is smthng to be said for being able to back up your car trunk right to your room door. Only thing I didn’t like was that all lighting was ceiling (ceiling fan and can lights); no desk or sconce by nightstand. Otherwise, so happy with it we returned after Yosemite en route to our next destination. This hotel is a great rest and recovery stop after wilderness camping and roughing it outdoors
Stumbled on this little gem thanks to Expedia. Was just a single night, family of 4, heading to Yosemite. Owners have done a wonderful job renovating this older motel. Beds and bedding extremely comfortable.Nice large bathroom. Ceiling fan in main room. And there is smthng to be said for being able to back up your car trunk right to your room door. Only thing I didn’t like was that all lighting was ceiling (ceiling fan and can lights); no desk or sconce by nightstand. Otherwise, so happy with it we returned after Yosemite en route to our next destination. This hotel is a great rest and recovery stop after wilderness camping and roughing it outdoors
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Michael
14 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good enough for our stay on way up north. But TV didn't have internet/wifi so couldn't watch.
Good enough for our stay on way up north. But TV didn't have internet/wifi so couldn't watch.
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Amy
9 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed here one nt before Yosemite and it was so clean, comfy and convenient, that we ended up staying here another single nt after Yosemite heading on to our next stop. The beds were extremely comfortable. Loved that we could just pull up and back our car right up to our door. Bsthroom was huge annd had a small window (great for venting). Only thing didnt like was it was ceiling can lights and no nightstand or sconce lights. I like bright lighting but not can lights at bed time. Covered Porch area infront of room doors was nice with new tile. Wouldve been nice to have chairs out there to sit outside. But otherwise, absolutely a great room for a great price and convenient to hwy.
Stayed here one nt before Yosemite and it was so clean, comfy and convenient, that we ended up staying here another single nt after Yosemite heading on to our next stop. The beds were extremely comfortable. Loved that we could just pull up and back our car right up to our door. Bsthroom was huge annd had a small window (great for venting). Only thing didnt like was it was ceiling can lights and no nightstand or sconce lights. I like bright lighting but not can lights at bed time. Covered Porch area infront of room doors was nice with new tile. Wouldve been nice to have chairs out there to sit outside. But otherwise, absolutely a great room for a great price and convenient to hwy.
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Fred
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Older unit well maintained. Traffic noise due to freeway
Older unit well maintained. Traffic noise due to freeway
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JASON
10 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Service
Service is generally friendly, family-run, and helpful, with quick check-ins and prompt assistance. Some guests encountered a locked or unattended lobby, slow responses, or isolated negative interactions and disputes.
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Michael
21 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was good. Everytime I'm in town this is my go to place. Staff is awesome. family owned and operated. They treat me very nicely every time I come by.
Everything was good. Everytime I'm in town this is my go to place. Staff is awesome. family owned and operated. They treat me very nicely every time I come by.
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Priscilla
28 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The rooms were small and the putisde were dated but it fit our needs. It was quiet with a faint train noise coming through. Everything was fine until they did not return my deposit due to smoke but we did not smoke in the room at all. I had tried to speak with their front desk about it but they were quite rude about it. I just wanted to make sure if they could have gotten the room number wrong or to speak with the cleaner about it. They were unhelpful and adamant that the smoke smell was strong.
The rooms were small and the putisde were dated but it fit our needs. It was quiet with a faint train noise coming through. Everything was fine until they did not return my deposit due to smoke but we did not smoke in the room at all. I had tried to speak with their front desk about it but they were quite rude about it. I just wanted to make sure if they could have gotten the room number wrong or to speak with the cleaner about it. They were unhelpful and adamant that the smoke smell was strong.
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Margarieta
24 Dec 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great customer service
Great customer service
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Steven
10 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms are kind of on the small side. I checked in around 7, and there was no one at the desk. Door was locked and had to ring a doorbell. It still took about five minutes for somebody to come to the front door.
Rooms are kind of on the small side. I checked in around 7, and there was no one at the desk. Door was locked and had to ring a doorbell. It still took about five minutes for somebody to come to the front door.
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Michael
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Always my go-to place to stay while in town. Family owned and operated. Very friendly. The husband and wife are always welcoming. I recommend this place to everybody whenever they happen to be in Merced
Always my go-to place to stay while in town. Family owned and operated. Very friendly. The husband and wife are always welcoming. I recommend this place to everybody whenever they happen to be in Merced
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Marc
25 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean, newly renovated and checkin was quick. Lady checking us in was very nice.
Very clean, newly renovated and checkin was quick. Lady checking us in was very nice.
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Andre
9 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I had a one night stay at the FairBridge Inn while visiting my son at UC Merced. The room was clean. Check in was quick and easy. It is located right of the freeway so it is very convenient.
I had a one night stay at the FairBridge Inn while visiting my son at UC Merced. The room was clean. Check in was quick and easy. It is located right of the freeway so it is very convenient.
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Christopher
24 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This place was surprisingly good and very clean. I read the same reviews prior to booking and true enough, this place is highly rated for a reason. We also accidentally booked the wrong night and the owner graciously allowed us to change the check-in date without hassle or service fees. Much appreciated, thank you so much! We will stay here again in the near future.
This place was surprisingly good and very clean. I read the same reviews prior to booking and true enough, this place is highly rated for a reason. We also accidentally booked the wrong night and the owner graciously allowed us to change the check-in date without hassle or service fees. Much appreciated, thank you so much! We will stay here again in the near future.
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Doris
24 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was a good stay overall. I checked about 7pm. There were a little internal construction in the check in counters. I asked for a few more packets of creamer, as I know from previous stays that they give low number of packets. The man said he will bring it out, because it is not present due to the construction. Checked into my room. Every thing was clean. The remote control to the TV did not work, so I walked out to the office to ask them to change the battery. They did right away, and it worked. I again asked for a few packets of creamer for the coffee. Again, said they will bring it to me. I told them I wanted to rest soon, and would like more creamer for coffee in the am. I did not get them. Other than that it was a good but could have been a better stay. I have been coming here and there for business This family has been upgrading the motel rooms slowly.
It was a good stay overall. I checked about 7pm. There were a little internal construction in the check in counters. I asked for a few more packets of creamer, as I know from previous stays that they give low number of packets. The man said he will bring it out, because it is not present due to the construction. Checked into my room. Every thing was clean. The remote control to the TV did not work, so I walked out to the office to ask them to change the battery. They did right away, and it worked. I again asked for a few packets of creamer for the coffee. Again, said they will bring it to me. I told them I wanted to rest soon, and would like more creamer for coffee in the am. I did not get them. Other than that it was a good but could have been a better stay. I have been coming here and there for business This family has been upgrading the motel rooms slowly.
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Christina
22 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
My husband and I Loved this hotel we had been staying there because we are waiting for our apartment to be available ,the man the hotel is great,the hotel is very quiet safe quiet nice rooms ALL the staff was very friendly and helpful one Issue was the older woman that works in office she is extremely RUDE and not friendly AT ALL we wer told we had to leave for 4 days and we could return,we returned in 4 days and she said NO I CAN NOT RENT TO YOU!!my husband and I walked out of the the office puzzled WHY she followed us out and locked the office door behind us as we walked out we wer very disappointed because we liked the the place and really needed a safe place to stay its really disappointed being treated that way for supporting HER business
My husband and I Loved this hotel we had been staying there because we are waiting for our apartment to be available ,the man the hotel is great,the hotel is very quiet safe quiet nice rooms ALL the staff was very friendly and helpful one Issue was the older woman that works in office she is extremely RUDE and not friendly AT ALL we wer told we had to leave for 4 days and we could return,we returned in 4 days and she said NO I CAN NOT RENT TO YOU!!my husband and I walked out of the the office puzzled WHY she followed us out and locked the office door behind us as we walked out we wer very disappointed because we liked the the place and really needed a safe place to stay its really disappointed being treated that way for supporting HER business
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Location
Right off Highway 99 for easy access to Yosemite and local dining; close to downtown and services. The setting brings traffic or train noise, and while many felt safe, a few noted area concerns or homeless nearby.
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Linda
28 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly hosts, room was older but remodeled. We were next door to a lot of people coming in and out. Motorcycle pulling up, knocking, doors opening and closing. This was going on from 11 to 1am. Given the area not being that great, higher than average crime, we were on edge. In morning we saw families that were also there for Yosemite. If it wasn't for the noise and area the hotel is in, I would have rated much higher.
Friendly hosts, room was older but remodeled. We were next door to a lot of people coming in and out. Motorcycle pulling up, knocking, doors opening and closing. This was going on from 11 to 1am. Given the area not being that great, higher than average crime, we were on edge. In morning we saw families that were also there for Yosemite. If it wasn't for the noise and area the hotel is in, I would have rated much higher.
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Barbara
22 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Convenient on/off highway. Close to multiple fast food and coffee stores.
Convenient on/off highway. Close to multiple fast food and coffee stores.
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Palle
31 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Classic American motel style room. But very nicely modernized, and very clean. I stayed there before going to Yosemite NP. Appr. 1h 45m from the park. Highly recommended.
Classic American motel style room. But very nicely modernized, and very clean. I stayed there before going to Yosemite NP. Appr. 1h 45m from the park. Highly recommended.
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Robert
22 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
clean everything worked, great hot water, Close to downtown. Parking was easy.
clean everything worked, great hot water, Close to downtown. Parking was easy.
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Gerardo
26 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
lots of homeless around and did not get room service in 3 days.
lots of homeless around and did not get room service in 3 days.
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Melanie
24 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I usually try not to stay on Motel Dr in Merced because of the noise from the freeway, train and bar, but other hotels were sold out. This was my first stay at this motel and I was extremely impressed. I was either super tired both nights or the room was soundproof because I didn’t hear a thing outside. It’s a single story building so you don’t have to worry about the upstairs noise either. They had two or three parking spaces long enough to park my Pilot and keep my trailer attached too. Friendly enough staff that got me checked in quick. Heater worked great. Beds were comfy.
I usually try not to stay on Motel Dr in Merced because of the noise from the freeway, train and bar, but other hotels were sold out. This was my first stay at this motel and I was extremely impressed. I was either super tired both nights or the room was soundproof because I didn’t hear a thing outside. It’s a single story building so you don’t have to worry about the upstairs noise either. They had two or three parking spaces long enough to park my Pilot and keep my trailer attached too. Friendly enough staff that got me checked in quick. Heater worked great. Beds were comfy.
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Andre
9 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I had a one night stay at the FairBridge Inn while visiting my son at UC Merced. The room was clean. Check in was quick and easy. It is located right of the freeway so it is very convenient.
I had a one night stay at the FairBridge Inn while visiting my son at UC Merced. The room was clean. Check in was quick and easy. It is located right of the freeway so it is very convenient.
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Tapajyoti
13 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great place. Great location.
Great place. Great location.
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JASON
10 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Vincent
29 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This property is unique but very close to the train tracks
This property is unique but very close to the train tracks
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Dining
No on-site breakfast or restaurant service is provided, but there are fast-food and other options nearby.
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Barbara
22 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Convenient on/off highway. Close to multiple fast food and coffee stores.
Convenient on/off highway. Close to multiple fast food and coffee stores.
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Silvia
21 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This was the worst hotel I have stayed in. I arrived in a rainstorm and our tv had to be reset, our toilet seat was about to come off and when I asked for extra blankets, I was told they didn’t have any and they advertise breakfast but provide none. I would not recommend this hotel.
This was the worst hotel I have stayed in. I arrived in a rainstorm and our tv had to be reset, our toilet seat was about to come off and when I asked for extra blankets, I was told they didn’t have any and they advertise breakfast but provide none. I would not recommend this hotel.
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vianey
13 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It’s pretty much an isolated spot , however restaurants and a market really near to hotel.
It’s pretty much an isolated spot , however restaurants and a market really near to hotel.
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Desiree
9 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This place was better than expected. For a one night stay it was nice. It was very nice, clean and quiet. Loved the decoration of the front door. Beds were clean and comfy. Only thing I would say the ice machine wasn’t available and I kept hitting my foot on the bottom of the bed that was blocked off. But overall good :)
This place was better than expected. For a one night stay it was nice. It was very nice, clean and quiet. Loved the decoration of the front door. Beds were clean and comfy. Only thing I would say the ice machine wasn’t available and I kept hitting my foot on the bottom of the bed that was blocked off. But overall good :)
10
Ted
27 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great value. Nice clean recently remodeled property close to all of the restaurants and the freeway.
Great value. Nice clean recently remodeled property close to all of the restaurants and the freeway.
8
Kahllid
20 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It was quiet, clean and staff was nice. There were food options near by.
It was quiet, clean and staff was nice. There were food options near by.
10
Ryan
30 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Just for one night, but the room was comfortable, bed was nice and I got a good night’s sleep, despite the motel being across from the 99 North. Shower was good the next morning. Easy and close parking, all free. Things that could be better: no trash cans on the premises other than in the room. TV had lots of channels but the screen was too small for the size picture it projected. No toiletries (soap, shampoo) available, though I had my own. No vending machines. No food to found on the premises.
Just for one night, but the room was comfortable, bed was nice and I got a good night’s sleep, despite the motel being across from the 99 North. Shower was good the next morning. Easy and close parking, all free. Things that could be better: no trash cans on the premises other than in the room. TV had lots of channels but the screen was too small for the size picture it projected. No toiletries (soap, shampoo) available, though I had my own. No vending machines. No food to found on the premises.
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Erlindo
18 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
There was no pool as described, the fridge was not kept up, white frost in the small fridge, no continental breakfast. The beds were comfortable room was clean.
There was no pool as described, the fridge was not kept up, white frost in the small fridge, no continental breakfast. The beds were comfortable room was clean.
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Stephen
29 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Carol
17 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
“Mom and Pop” type place. You’ve got all the basics you need: clean room, a bed, shower, coffee, microwave, refrigerator, ironing board, hair dryer, television, and double door locks. I asked for more coffee pods, and they showed up at my door in minutes. Super nice people, and very accommodating.
“Mom and Pop” type place. You’ve got all the basics you need: clean room, a bed, shower, coffee, microwave, refrigerator, ironing board, hair dryer, television, and double door locks. I asked for more coffee pods, and they showed up at my door in minutes. Super nice people, and very accommodating.
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Wayne
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
I’ve stayed here a number of times and it’s always impeccably clean. If you’re looking for big rooms and fancy amenities, this isn’t your place, but if you’re want a clean, comfortable, safe place to sleep, that’s easy on your wallet, stay here. In a prior review I may have noted the lack of a working ice machine - I was wrong. It DOES work, just ask them to turn the dispenser on (prevents non-guests from using up the ice). The family that runs it is friendly and the grounds are attractive. I’ll be back next month.
I’ve stayed here a number of times and it’s always impeccably clean. If you’re looking for big rooms and fancy amenities, this isn’t your place, but if you’re want a clean, comfortable, safe place to sleep, that’s easy on your wallet, stay here. In a prior review I may have noted the lack of a working ice machine - I was wrong. It DOES work, just ask them to turn the dispenser on (prevents non-guests from using up the ice). The family that runs it is friendly and the grounds are attractive. I’ll be back next month.
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Yazmyn
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Says it’s 24/7 but went and no one was there the open sign was on , stood there for 20 mins waiting, had already booked a room, please don’t advertise something that does not exist.
Says it’s 24/7 but went and no one was there the open sign was on , stood there for 20 mins waiting, had already booked a room, please don’t advertise something that does not exist.
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Wayne
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
I’m a frequent patron of this motel. It’s not fancy but it’s very clean, comfortable, and reasonably priced.
I’m a frequent patron of this motel. It’s not fancy but it’s very clean, comfortable, and reasonably priced.
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Donna
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
We really appreciated them letting us park our boat. It’s a very small motel and parking lot, but they still accommodated us.
We really appreciated them letting us park our boat. It’s a very small motel and parking lot, but they still accommodated us.
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Brandon
5 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful experience.. clean rooms and very nice staff.
Wonderful experience.. clean rooms and very nice staff.
FAQs about FairBridge Inn & Suites Gateway to Yosemite
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available on-site.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 10, subject to availability.
Where is the hotel located in relation to local attractions?
The hotel is located in the historical district of Merced, within a 5-minute drive of Poker Flats Casino and Merced County Fairgrounds. It is approximately 1.5 miles from Regal Hollywood - Merced and 1.6 miles from McNamara Park.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not provided.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-11-07: 73.46323708428955USD
- 2026-11-08: 72.93155625267792USD
- 2026-11-09: 72.596743853302USD
- 2026-11-10: 72.34621495422363USD
- 2026-11-11: 72.18665372769928USD
- 2026-11-12: 72.57627463877105USD
- 2026-11-13: 70.02218523768997USD
- 2026-11-14: 73.72963451445007USD
- 2026-11-15: 73.63797801498413USD
- 2026-11-16: 72.98941771327972USD
- 2026-11-17: 73.67978385571288USD
- 2026-11-18: 77.70354500164032USD
- 2026-11-19: 76.07249641859435USD
- 2026-11-20: 76.71140463949585USD
- 2026-11-21: 77.29564891731262USD
- 2026-11-22: 78.60724338990784USD
- 2026-11-23: 77.2699667287445USD
- 2026-11-24: 76.9206124278946USD
- 2026-11-25: 76.94617555995941USD
- 2026-11-26: 78.50325603831482USD
- 2026-11-27: 77.29564891731262USD
- 2026-11-28: 76.07249641859435USD
- 2026-11-29: 64.88692108102798USD
- 2026-11-30: 76.07249641859435USD
- 2026-12-01: 62.796284631134036USD
- 2026-12-02: 62.94689961183929USD
- 2026-12-03: 63.13762387810135USD
- 2026-12-04: 67.82772301288605USD
- 2026-12-05: 68.1753127262764USD
- 2026-12-06: 63.45511355624771USD
- 2026-12-07: 63.532746900432585USD
- 2026-12-08: 63.4918935117302USD
- 2026-12-09: 62.39696061504364USD
- 2026-12-10: 65.00943022291946USD
- 2026-12-11: 73.48070437413026USD
- 2026-12-12: 73.30012967477417USD
- 2026-12-13: 67.07642545287322USD
- 2026-12-14: 63.4918935117302USD
- 2026-12-15: 65.95687762413024USD
- 2026-12-16: 61.66806693774033USD
- 2026-12-17: 67.22087925953292USD
- 2026-12-18: 69.01138702067185USD
- 2026-12-19: 71.25365043154908USD
- 2026-12-20: 68.11385831048584USD
- 2026-12-21: 67.06538296219253USD
- 2026-12-22: 67.44960381043624USD
- 2026-12-23: 64.45211397493743USD
- 2026-12-24: 67.5699869433403USD
- 2026-12-25: 71.40847491004943USD
- 2026-12-26: 72.46950646742249USD
- 2026-12-27: 64.21459625086212USD
- 2026-12-28: 64.45211397493743USD
- 2026-12-29: 67.61813679488755USD
- 2026-12-30: 64.45211397493743USD
- 2026-12-31: 67.46164552534103USD
- 2027-01-01: 74.60025220287324USD
- 2027-01-02: 75.70775831671142USD
- 2027-01-03: 68.29227298471069USD
- 2027-01-04: 62.7668011384964USD
- 2027-01-05: 62.62208370672226USD
- 2027-01-06: 66.70466301729584USD
- 2027-01-07: 67.44960381043624USD
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
- 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
- Contactless check-out is available.
- Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- 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.
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