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Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite

2.0 star property
Travelers find a comfortable base near Yosemite National Park with a seasonal pool for cooling off after hikes and convenient amenities that make exploring easier

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Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite is a practical spot to recharge between adventures. Relax in the garden, swim in the seasonal outdoor pool, or use free WiFi to plan your next day. The 24-hour front desk is praised for its helpfulness.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, soundproofing, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Merced, Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite is in the city centre. Merced National Wildlife Refuge and McNamara Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Merced County Fairgrounds and Stephen Leonard Park. Applegate Park Zoo and Joan Faul Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Merced travel guide
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1001 Motel Dr, Merced, CA, 95341

What's nearby

  • Merced County Courthouse Museum - Merced, California, USA
    Merced County Courthouse Museum
    5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Poker Flats Casino
    3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Regal Hollywood - Merced
    3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • McNamara Park
    4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Merced County Fairgrounds
    4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • In-N-Out Burger
    3 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    18 min walk
  • Dutch Bros Coffee
    14 min walk
  • Wendy's
    2 min drive
  • Starbucks
    12 min walk

About this property

Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite

Motel in the business district
Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, coffee/tea in reception and a vending machine
Room features
All guest rooms at Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite offer comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • LED TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday:
  • Outdoor pool
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Outdoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20, per pet, per night (maximum of USD 100.00 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 36 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.00 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 30.00 per night

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 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night (maximum USD100.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 30.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.00 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 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
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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Rodeway Inn Lodge Merced
Rodeway Inn Merced
Rodeway Inn Motel Merced
Rodeway Inn
Rodeway Inn Near University Gateway to Yosemite
Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite Motel
Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite Merced
Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite Motel Merced

Frequently asked questions

Does Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite?

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite on 15 Mar 2026 start from NZ$138, 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 Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 36 kg per pet. There's a deposit of USD 100 per stay and a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite located?

Located in the heart of Merced, this motel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Poker Flats Casino, Regal Hollywood - Merced and Merced County Courthouse Museum. Merced County Fairgrounds and McNamara Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite Reviews

8.0

Very good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 147 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and clean and the staff was kind people
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice for the cost. Clean and friendy. Dated, but clean. Staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet peaceful stay. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really clean.. comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Very clean rooms. Quiet and cozy stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value

Comfortable clean stay. Property is very dated but extremely clean. Bed was comfortable. Friendly staff. Great value. Will stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and there’s a couple of fast food restaurants close by, also the room was nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet place very clean and management was very nice and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well kept

Well kept place, peaceful comfortable and exactly what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel and owners on property that care about their business. A little dated but exceptionally clean. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were really comfortable. Affordable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice clean and price affordable

Room was clean had all we needed. Our room had a microwave and mini fridge that was a plus.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Affordable price . Room is big for 3 of us. Staff are friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice, neat property and the room was clean and functional. It was on the ground floor though so it was very loud - mostly from folks walking around upstairs. I don't think the upstairs guests were trying to be loud, just the acoustics were very echo-ey. I'd suggest trying to check in as early as possible to secure an upstairs room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best value Fo RV the price.

Better than I expected. It was nice having the coffee maker, fridge/freezer, and ironing board in the room. Bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a one night stay but it was a very clean room an nice an quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Good hotel

The room was clean. Bed was comfortable. Desk staff very friendly and helpful. There’s some noise from the highway- ear plugs took care of that. The breakfast was just cereal and packaged pastries, which gave us the perfect excuse to go out for breakfast. Highly recommend Toni’s Courtyard Cafe in Merced. Great eggs Benedict and biscuits and gravy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It served it'd purpose. Bed was comfortable, TV worked, and AC worked. New hotels need to build away from highways, always noisy. Maybe this helps keep prices under $200 a night, for 6-hours of use lol.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jordan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Cleanliness: saw a roach and a fly in the room. My sister and her kids were getting bit by something in their room. Staff & service: nice staff, happily accommodated me for late check in Property conditions: some parts of the walls just looked run down and old Area: kind of secluded, which can be a good thing but food places were a drive away. It’s a small city so not too bad
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manishkumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms. Excellent and polite staff including housekeeping. Breakfast was ok but i didnt expect anything since it was not included in my reservation. Location is near where i needed to go and all the hotels are next to each other. Room price was very reasonable may be because of slow season of the year. Oh i forgot to mention that i love their beds, so comfortable. Thank you for excellent stay and we will be staying again when we come next time to visit our child at UCM.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

karen

Liked: Staff & service
Room was decent, it can use more cleaning as there was dust all around. The pillow sheets had hair, one of them had a small dead bug. The carpet floor in the corner of the bed was dirty and there was a roach (it seemed like they had not bother to clean that area). Front desk staff were nice, once I mentioned about the pillow covers a lady came to change them. Overall, good size of room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean and medium sized. It was showing its age. Torn carpet edging by the door, worn tile in restroom, sink mounting getting loose. It had TV, microwave, and minifridge. The TV was smaller than most motels. It's situated on the frontage street right next to Freeway 99 and is quite noisy. Also, the BNSF railroad line is near, and trains can be heard. The continental breakfast has a limited selection and the hours are short: only 7-9.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

ari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
provided a great place to stay if you are traveling to yosemite with economic butget.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025