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El Capitan Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with 3 restaurants, a quick walk to Merced County Courthouse Museum

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Lobby
Courtyard
Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk
Exterior
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
The current price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

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Map
609 W MAIN STREET, Merced, CA, 95340
  • Poker Flats Casino
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Merced County Courthouse Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Mercy General Hospital
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Arbor Lane King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Bathrobes
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Main Street Double Queen

Main Street Double Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Bathrobes
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Main Street King

Main Street King

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Suite - Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Arbor Lane Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Bathrobes
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Merced

At El Capitan Hotel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Merced County Courthouse Museum and Mercy General Hospital. Highlights at this hotel include 3 restaurants, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Rainbird, serves Californian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Business amenities include 4 meeting rooms and a 24-hour business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 11:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Merced hotel include Merced County Fairgrounds and Applegate Park Zoo.

What's nearby

  • Merced County Courthouse Museum - 7 min walk
  • Mercy General Hospital - 17 min walk
  • Merced County Fairgrounds - 19 min walk
  • Applegate Park Zoo - 3 min drive
  • Merced College - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Merced Station - 14 min walk
  • Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Sensory Place by ASIP - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪New Thai Cuisine - ‬7 min walk

About this property

El Capitan Hotel

Hotel with 3 restaurants, a quick walk to Merced County Courthouse Museum
There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and 4 meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly El Capitan Hotel also features a 24-hour fitness centre, concierge services, and a front desk safe. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Merced hotel is smoke free.

  • 114 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • 3 dining venues
  • Built in 2021
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
El Capitan Hotel offers 114 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 49-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

American (Sign language), English, French, Spanish, Vietnamese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 15 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 20 per person
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Mainzer
  • Native Son
  • Rainbird
  • The Courtyard

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 4 meeting rooms

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
  • Lift (203 centimetre wide door)
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 220 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 20 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 15.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 35.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of GBAC STAR (Hyatt)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of GBAC STAR (Hyatt) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

El Capitan Hotel Hotel
El Capitan Hotel Merced
El Capitan Hotel Hotel Merced
El Capitan Hotel part of JdV by Hyatt
El Capitan Hotel Merced a Joie De Vivre Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at El Capitan Hotel?

El Capitan Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at El Capitan Hotel?

As of 16 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Capitan Hotel on 9 Mar 2025 start from AU$184.71, 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 parking available at El Capitan Hotel?

Yep, El Capitan Hotel has covered valet parking for USD 15.00 per day.

What makes El Capitan Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and couples dining, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at El Capitan Hotel.

Does El Capitan Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily between 6:00 AM and 11:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Capitan Hotel?

No, El Capitan Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at El Capitan Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at El Capitan Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at El Capitan Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at El Capitan Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 100 kg per pet.

El Capitan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 916 out of 1128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 1128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 1128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1128 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jose

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mohammad

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Crazy experience first the most of the parking was assigned to valet. Second they gave us a used room and when i went down the front desk she said if i could wait for them to clean it!!! I was like what! Then she came with the idea of upgrading to a bigger suit but will cost me $40. I told her what if i didnt expect to spend that extra money what should i do! She split the cost to 20 which its not cool because i shouldn't be dealing with dirty rooms. My girlfriend woke up with itching skin how would a nice hotel have bed bugs like that. Next time i would save my money and go to motel 6 better.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Fernando

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

emily

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjory

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay. Good service delicious food and good service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Otavio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay again! 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diego, Fairfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always have a relaxing and private stay. Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

donald

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Hawthorne

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is wonderful - staff are great, the design is homely and modern, very clean and everything in the room worked The food in the rainbird restaurant was fabulous- we had dinner and breakfast both were in perfect as was the service Staff overall were very friendly and helpful I highly recommend this hotel - it's great value compared to the big hotel brands and just a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is a bit inconvenient
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Classical decor with period furniture. Three good restaurants with excellent food. A real treat!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Admira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful, clean and the breakfast at Rainbird was excellent. However we stayed in the 3rd floor and we can hear footsteps from the rooms above, but overall great place! We will for sure come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ric

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Inviting atmosphere
Very nice environment, a warm inviting atmosphere. I especially like the walk in shower. I do think a microwave would be a nice addition. Some better choices to view on the TV would also be nice. Otherwise, very comfortable and a central location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juanita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The El Capitan is reliably clean and comfortable with lovely decor. The staff is always welcoming and friendly. The restaurants serve well prepared, fresh foods. Only drawback, the midnight train whistle, but the hotel thoughtfully provides earplugs for that.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A gem in Merced. Staff is fantastic. Great dining options. We will definitely return when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Exceeded my expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel
It was a great hotel to stay at. The room was very nice and the staff were all great to me and my family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024