El Capitan Hotel

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Scored 9.1
Rated superb

Staff

9.4

Property highlights

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: El Capitan Hotel in Merced offers comfortable rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Guests enjoy free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and work desks. Dining and Leisure: The family-friendly restaurant serves American cuisine with brunch, lunch, and dinner. A bar provides a relaxing atmosphere for evening drinks. A fitness centre and sun terrace enhance the leisure options. Convenient Location: Located 3 km from Merced Municipal Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as the University of California, Merced (12 km) and an ice-skating rink. Paid parking and bicycle parking are available. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its restaurant, room cleanliness, and comfort, El Capitan Hotel ensures a pleasant stay for all guests.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 2 restaurants
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 double beds
1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Aisling
Ireland Ireland
“Very nicely decorated room and comfy bed. Lots of free parking outside the hotel. Perfectly functional stop on the way to Yosemite.”
Matthias
Austria Austria
“The hotel is in the middle of town, and also close to Amtrak and the long distance bus station of Merced. Two restaurants are located on the grund floor, with a third option just around the corner as well.”
Cath
Australia Australia
“Great hotel, we loved everything about it! Great value for money. The bed was very comfortable, the room was spacious, and the Rainbird restaurant downstairs was exceptional.”
Domenic
Germany Germany
“Really clean and well equipped. Nice Hotel overall.”
Thomas
Germany Germany
“The property was spotlessly clean and tastefully modern – truly a delight. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The shower, bed, and room were impeccably maintained. Having a café and restaurant right next door was a real bonus. Everything was perfect,...”
Carlos
Spain Spain
“New rooms, beautiful decoration and details, elevator, parking at the door. Big gym, many bars nearby”
Olga
Poland Poland
“Very nice boutique hotel in downtown Merced. Excellent staff, lots of good cafes, bars and restaurants nearby. Free parking with multiple spots available.”
Jozsef
Switzerland Switzerland
“Style, friendliness of the staff, uncomplicated parking”
Elizabeth
United States United States
“My absolute favorite hotel! It's SO lovely. Clean,modern,safe,amazing staff and a great location. The only place I stay in Merced.”
Anej
Slovenia Slovenia
“Location. Also everything looks really nice! In general I would recommend this Hotel.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
Native Son
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
Rainbird
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Traditional

House rules

El Capitan Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 12 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.