Merced Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Yosemite valley and merced river
Yosemite valley and merced river
The San Luis Reservoir is an artificial lake on San Luis Creek in the eastern slopes of the Diablo Range of Merced County.. It is the fifth largest reservoir in California. Aerial photo.
Almond Orchard in blossom LeGrand Merced County California
After 5 years of drought, the drive to Yosemite was incredibly yellow.
El Capitan Hotel

El Capitan Hotel

4 out of 5
609 W MAIN STREET Merced CA
The price is NZ$199 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$199
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Merced. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,641 reviews)
Staff was great! They made our stay easy & stress-free by providing a crib for our infant.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

El Capitan Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Merced

Hampton Inn & Suites Merced

2.5 out of 5
225 S Parsons Ave Merced CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$143 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
NZ$143
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Merced. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
clean room, friendly staff, good breakfast!

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Merced
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG

2.5 out of 5
151 S Parsons Ave Merced CA
The price is NZ$176 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$176
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Merced. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
The staff was very professional and accommodating, please clone them !

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG
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3BR Stylish Retreat en route to Yosemite, Centrally Located in Merced!

3BR Stylish Retreat en route to Yosemite, Centrally Located in Merced!

Merced CA
Stay at this holiday home in Merced. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Roland D. Brooks Jr. Neighborhood ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (14 reviews)
Very nice home in quiet neighborhood!

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

3BR Stylish Retreat en route to Yosemite, Centrally Located in Merced!
Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home.

Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home.

Merced CA
Stay at this holiday home in Merced. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Poker Flats Casino and Regal Hollywood - Merced are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Super excellent, I recommend it, very good service

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025

Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home.
Spacious Merced Vacation Rental!

Spacious Merced Vacation Rental!

Merced CA
Stay at this holiday home in Merced. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Roland D. Brooks Jr. Neighborhood Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
Chose this VRBO as it accommodated our family size. Great floor plan! We were able to play games downstairs without waking up the little ones. Comfortable beds. Location had easy access to Costco and the freeway. If you plan to make meals… make sure you have spices! No salt and pepper. The fridge ...

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

Spacious Merced Vacation Rental!
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Popular places to visit

Merced County Courthouse Museum - Merced, California, USA

Merced County Courthouse Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Merced County Courthouse Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Merced. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Merced County Courthouse Museum

Merced County Fairgrounds

Take the family on an outing to Merced County Fairgrounds during your trip to Merced. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Merced County Fairgrounds

Merced College

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Merced College during your travels in Merced. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Merced College

Mercy General Hospital

If Mercy General Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Merced.

Mercy General Hospital

Stephen Grey Park

After visiting Stephen Grey Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Merced. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Stephen Grey Park

Roland D. Brooks Jr. Neighborhood Park

Explore the great outdoors at Roland D. Brooks Jr. Neighborhood Park, a lovely green space in Merced. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Roland D. Brooks Jr. Neighborhood Park

Reviews of Merced

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2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

I would recommend Motel 6 but not Merced. It appears to be experiencing economic hardship. Over 30 percent of the shops in Merced Shopping mall are empty

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