Is parking available at the hotel?

Free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible facilities in public areas.

What is the hotel's location in relation to nearby attractions?

The hotel is located within a 15-minute drive of the University of California Merced and Poker Flats Casino. It is approximately 2.2 miles from Regal Hollywood - Merced and 2.3 miles from Roland D. Brooks Jr. Neighborhood Park.

Does the hotel have a swimming pool?

The property features an outdoor swimming pool, which is seasonal and may be closed during winter.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Up to 6 children aged 18 years and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Merced

Average nightly price at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Merced - Yosemite Natl Pk Area by IHG by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$108
February	$107
March	$109
April	$119
May	$126
June	$123
July	$113
August	$111
September	$112
October	$108
November	$125
December	$118

What guests think

At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Merced - Yosemite Natl Pk Area by IHG, guests often praise very clean rooms, friendly service, comfortable space, and a varied free breakfast, with convenient access to Highway 99, UC Merced, and Yosemite.

While many describe quiet rooms, others report noise from highway traffic, passing trains, or elevator-adjacent rooms. Facilities are serviceable, but guests noted periodic issues with the pool or hot tub and with laundry machines. Several reviews mention a rough-feeling surrounding area, though the parking lot is bright and feels safer than nearby options. Expect a practical, value-oriented stay.

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Facilities

Pool and hot tub are appreciated, though some reviews cite cleanliness or outages. Parking is well lit and generally adequate, and guest laundry maintenance issues were also mentioned.

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bangsil

Mar 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The beds were very comfortable and the bedding was clean, but I wish the washer and dryer in the laundry room were better maintained.

8

Adelina

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I felt safe, it is familiar, quiet, and there was enough parking.

10

Marilyn

Aug 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Was very nice!!! Stay here a lot it’s quiet and the break is great! Wonderful pool and jacuzzi

4

Yesenia

Apr 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We got this hotel because it had a hot tub and pool and they were so dirty both nights we were there.

8

Erin

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean. Well maintained. Near shops and petrol. Good breakfast. Laundry machines were mostly out of service which was disappointing as it was one of the reasons to pick it. Pricey for the offering compared to others in area. Picked it primarily for the laundry option

8

Amber

Mar 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Not a very big parking lot

10

Erica

Jul 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We enjoyed a clean pool. The staff at breakfast were very nice. Also, the front desk staff were nice too.

10

Crystal

Nov 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was perfect except the jacuzzi not working

10

John

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice newer hotel. Bright, safe(r) parking lot than surrounding hotels. Decent pricing.

2

Adam

Jun 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We checked in for 4 people. Only 1 wash cloth and 2 towels. My husband was asked to come fetch more. He did. Now after 19 hours of travel my son is in the shower and the body wash is emptied. I called and was asked to come and get it. Well, they are all out. The “manager forgot to order it but more is ordered now” My kids do not like bar soap but trying to avoid more driving to a I said I would try to get them to use it. Well she could not find bar soap. I asked if there is an empty room she could take soap from. She went to look. There was some in another room but she wasn’t sure how to remove it from the holder. I now have exhausted wet kids waiting on soap. It’s disappointing that room was not set up or prepared. It makes me think corners in cleaning are cut elsewhere. Pool was crowded with kids jumping. We did not use it long as I was afraid my kids would be hurt by others rough housing. Not the hotels fault for that though.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness earns frequent praise across rooms and common areas. However, multiple guests reported issues such as dirty or poorly maintained bathrooms, dust or spiderwebs, and occasional ants.

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10

Sandra

Mar 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room. Friendly staff. Good breakfast options.

10

Chad

Jun 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and spacious building and bedroom.

4

Vi

Dec 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Outside, the exterior looks very appealing and clean but inside tells a different story. Floors were dirty in the hallway on 3rd floor. They had to move me to another room because 1st room, the heater did not work. 2nd room, horrible showers and water did not drain down so you had to take a shower in a puddle. Overall, I would not recommend this place to stay. For the same cost or even lower price, I should have stayed at the Hampton inn instead but decided to give Holiday Inn a try. That was a mistake I made by giving them a try.

6

Lindsay

Mar 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There was water leaking somewhere in the bathroom. There was something that looked like mold on the ceiling in the bathroom.

10

Roxana

Mar 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean room. Linen smells good. Again I want to mention that I feel relaxed in a clean property. Carpet and walls clean -no spots -

10

karen

Nov 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, good breakfast, friendly staff

4

Chi Chiu

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Ants are find in bathroom and pantry.

8

Makayla

Mar 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I would have given 5 stars but I could tell it had been a very long time since someone cleaned the glass shower doors.

6

Terissa

Mar 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

All the staff that I ran into were pleasant. I’m assuming the room I was in had not been occupied in a while because of the spiderwebs in the corners of the room I noticed and coffee pot full of dust in the inside Other than the webs and dust, the room and hotel were clean.

6

Ricardo

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Breakfast only ok. Shower ( fugges) on ceiling. Shower head not so clean.

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Rooms

Rooms are often described as spacious, comfortable, and surprisingly quiet given the freeway location. Some guests experienced noise from traffic or elevators and intermittent Wi-Fi problems.

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Jeff G

Sep 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were told we had been given a “nice quiet room”. Our room was right next to highway 99 with trucks barreling along all night. The garbage bins were near our window and the garbage trucks made their rounds at 4:30 am. It was the noisiest room we’ve ever stayed in - and that includes airport hotels! We were not expecting sarcasm from the person that checked us in - it would have been better if he had said nothing about sound - at least we wouldn’t have expected a peaceful night.

8

Ian

Oct 15, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Lovely clean property with a good choice for breakfast. The only downside was the trains running overnight that have to sound their horns when going over railroad crossings in town, they run several times a night and are very noisy so getting a good nights sleep was impossible despite the comfy beds.

8

Joanna

Jun 7, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

My second night, the key was deactivated due to staff “not knowing” who was staying in the room. I walked over to reception and was told the new girl messed up. I was asked if I was staying in a specific room n the first floor. I responded that I requested a first floor room but was given a second floor. They then asked about my sisters room. We have the same last name. A simple call what have been best. THEN I couldn’t connect to the WiFi so I called the front desk. Except, the front desk button connects you to Customer service. I spoke with three different Reps before getting connected to front desk on the fourth attempt.

10

sonia

Jul 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was spacious, and clean. The bathroom was spacious and clean. The breakfast had variety. Definitely a 10.

8

Miya

Dec 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was very comfortable and surprisingly quiet considering its proximity to the highway. Breakfast was good with the exceptoon of the eggs, but plenty of other things available to eat instead.

4

Mark

Feb 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It would’ve helped if they had two rooms waiting for us based on the two rooms I had reserved. Instead, there was only one. And it took a long time for them to sort things out and get us the other room. And then of course they weren’t anywhere close to each other.. Fortunately, we apparently got the last room available. It would be nice if there was seating in my room for more than one person. I wish the Wi-Fi were not so lousy. The desk chair in my friend’s room could not be adjusted for height. At breakfast the bread I liked couldn’t fit properly in the toaster. So I put it in. only part of it got toasted, but that part got burned. The young woman at the desk when we arrived, was very nice and the woman at the breakfast room was really nice.

8

Kendra

Jun 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room and beds were very comfortable. Everything was very clean. My only complaint was having a room right off the elevator. It was very noisy. I would stay here again, but make sure I have a different room.

4

clinton

Nov 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room 330 was very loud all night. Window was shut but traffic noise loud. No excuse to use cheap glass in a newer hotel by freeway and busy area.

10

Destiny

Jun 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We really enjoyed our stay the room was very cozy and spacious. I’m glad we were able to check in a little earlier than our check in time with the room being available.

8

Fidel

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

no wi-fi at all, dirty elevators and hallways

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, from the front desk to breakfast attendants. Still, there are recurring reports of rude or unwelcoming interactions and occasional check-in or communication missteps.

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Rebecca

Dec 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very accommodating staff.

10

Debra

Oct 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly staff

10

Joanna

Dec 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Check-in was easy and the guy, didn't get his name, was nice and helpful.

10

Rachel

Jun 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We attempted to check in a lil early, reception was rude but cut us off didn't let us really ask if we could said nothing available. We understood however it was her abrupt tone and shortness, as if we were ridiculous for even asking. Was quite unsettling and really not nice! People understand just need to be polite. We are still paying for a service and should always be treated with respect and kindness!

4

Nicola

Sep 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff are rude and unfriendly. Hotel was just OK not a good area of town.

4

nena

Jan 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel itself was nice but the front desk staff was horrible! The young man who checked me in was wonderful but the girl who came in after him yelled at my son who’s disabled and has a service dog came after my son , started yelling at him, and stated that pets weren’t allowed! I had informed the young man when I checked in that both my children had registered service dogs but this lady didn’t get the memo and caused my son to go into a panic attack and that resulted in an asthma attack!!

10

Elizabeth

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great customer service and the room was comfortable

10

Arissa

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We were in town for a wedding. Customer service was amazing from the front desk, to breakfast service, and the cleaning staff. Beds were comfortable and a/c unit worked great. Hotel was fairly quiet we couldn’t even hear the nearby freeway.

6

Paul

Apr 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I didn't like the treatment from the front desk. Cold and unpleasant welcoming.

10

Efren

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing Customer Service

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Location

Convenient for UC Merced visits, freeway access, and Yosemite stopovers, with dining and fuel nearby. Some guests felt the surrounding area was rough or unsafe, and a few noted noise from traffic or trains.

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Ian

Oct 15, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Lovely clean property with a good choice for breakfast. The only downside was the trains running overnight that have to sound their horns when going over railroad crossings in town, they run several times a night and are very noisy so getting a good nights sleep was impossible despite the comfy beds.

4

Nicola

Sep 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff are rude and unfriendly. Hotel was just OK not a good area of town.

8

Alejandro

Jul 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Unfortunately there are homeless people nearby. I would not let children walk to the nearby restaurants unsupervised.

8

Robert

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient for visiting Yosemite.

8

Jennifer

Jan 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

close to highway 99.

10

brian e

Aug 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel was great. Area was a bit rough. Maybe I’m too sheltered. Place was great

10

Rob

Dec 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient location to freeway, coffee and fast food

10

Misti

Oct 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice place to stay when visiting your children that attend UC Merced

10

Justine

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and quiet stay about 15mins from UC Merced

10

Lisa

Jul 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect for a stop before Yosemite!

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Dining

Breakfast is a strong point, often praised as tasty with good variety and attentive staff. Drawbacks include so-so eggs, Keurig coffee, occasional items running out, and weekend start times that may be late for early departures.

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Jose

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We were surprised about how spacious our room was. We loved the breakfast especially Maria who was in charge of the kitchen who was very pleasant and helpful. She really made sure we had what we needed and promptly filled in food making sure people had enough. It was a truly great stay.

10

Michael

Mar 17, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

just a short stay , very clean , great breakfast, friendly people

6

Ming

Aug 21, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

There’s no hot water and no breakfast until 7:00am during weekend. I start working at 6:45am, I could not have breakfast during the weekend.

8

Miya

Dec 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was very comfortable and surprisingly quiet considering its proximity to the highway. Breakfast was good with the exceptoon of the eggs, but plenty of other things available to eat instead.

10

karen

Nov 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, good breakfast, friendly staff

10

Daria

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good one. There was scrambled eggs, 2 type of sausages, fresh pancakes, toasts and some for kids - yogurt, cereal. Not a lot but enough.

8

DENISE

Nov 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Fantastic breakfast, clean rooms.

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Kevin

Dec 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Dirt mold in corners plus breakfast was not enough they had ran out of biscuits and sausage. Customer service below par

8

Sharon

Mar 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room was very clean, staff was so very friendly! Liked the need to use your key to get into the lobby after 8PM. The breakfast was ok, scrambled eggs need help.

6

Jeremy

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was nice and large and a very comfortable bed. Also, a wonderful shower!! However, I really think your air conditioning system needs to be updated. The air conditioning blasts you when you are in bed and it is very hard to keep the temperature at a comfortable setting. It is either too cold or too warm. The breakfast was good, except I didn't like the do-it-yourself Keurig coffee. I had problems getting it to work--not something you want first thing in the morning. I much prefer the large coffee dispensers.

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8	9	10 $108	11 $108	12 $105	13 $109	14 $104
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29 $100	30 $115

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27 $98	28 $90	29 $91	30 $90	31 $113

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