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El Capitan Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with 3 restaurants, near Merced County Courthouse Museum

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Stylish hallway leads to a cozy seating area with plush cushions and a round clock.
Relax in the outdoor seating area with benches and tables, surrounded by potted plants.
Formal dining area with a long table and comfortable seating for a special occasion.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, round table, and two lamps, surrounded by architectural illustrations on the walls.
Meetings and dining take place in this well-appointed room with tables, chairs, and ample lighting.
In the heart of downtown Merced, El Capitan Hotel offers a warm welcome with three on-site restaurants serving Californian cuisine and a 24-hour gym to keep you active. Connect to WiFi in public areas, unwind at the coffee shop or bar, and enjoy wedding services or concierge assistance from the helpful staff.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Communal living room
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
$121 nightly
The total price is $136
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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Relax in this cozy living space with a large flat-screen TV, comfortable seating area, and a kitchenette.

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
  • 560 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Relax in a stylish room with a made bed, a nightstand, and a comfortable armchair.

Arbor Lane King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 302 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two single beds with black headboards and white bedding, complemented by a repeating pattern of cityscapes and trees on the walls.

Main Street Double Queen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, sofa, and desk, offering a comfortable space to unwind.

Junior Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, small table, and chair, and enjoy a view of the outdoors through the large window.

Main Street King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite - Accessible

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, sofa, and desk, offering a comfortable space to unwind.

Suite - Accessible

Highlights

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

View all photos for Arbor Lane Queen

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, round table, and two lamps, surrounded by architectural illustrations on the walls.

Arbor Lane Queen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
609 W MAIN STREET, Merced, CA, 95340

What's nearby

  • Merced County Courthouse Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Applegate Park Zoo - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Merced County Fairgrounds - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Merced College - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • University of California Merced - 11 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal) - 9 min drive
  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 48 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 128 min drive
  • Merced Station - 14 min walk

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

Located near a train station, El Capitan Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Merced. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Rainbird, one of 3 restaurants, which serves Californian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Fellow travelers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Languages

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

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 114 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets stay free (dogs only, 2 total)
    • Service animals welcome
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Covered onsite valet parking (USD 15.00 per day)
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–11:30 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Private dining

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 4 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2021
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Communal living room
  • 24-hour fitness center

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 80
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Lowered peephole/view port in door
  • Lowered locks/deadbolt
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

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

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Dining

Rainbird - This restaurant specializes in Californian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required.
Native Son - This café specializes in Californian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
The Courtyard - This bistro specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Mainzer - This diner specializes in American cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Service fee: USD 5.61 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 20 per person

Parking

  • Covered valet parking costs USD 15.00 per day
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, American Express, Discover
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of GBAC STAR (Hyatt).

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

Does El Capitan Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, El Capitan Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at El Capitan Hotel?

Yes, dogs stay free, with a limit of 2 total. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at El Capitan Hotel?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 15.00 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at El Capitan Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at El Capitan Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Poker Flats Casino (7-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at El Capitan Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like mountain biking, mountain climbing, and rock climbing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. El Capitan Hotel also has a 24-hour fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near El Capitan Hotel?

Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining and Californian cuisine.

What's the area around El Capitan Hotel like?

El Capitan Hotel is a short 19-minute walk from Merced County Fairgrounds and 7 minutes' walk from Poker Flats Casino. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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El Capitan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurants and nearby dining options offer a variety of delicious meals and great food choices. (35 reviews)
  • Breakfast at the property restaurant was consistently described as delicious and excellent. (15 reviews)
  • The property warmly welcomes pets and offers a pet-friendly atmosphere with thoughtful touches such as welcome signs and treats. (11 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Great Hotel
Hector Sepulveda, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Beautiful hotel
Kirsty, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel, good location downtown, room was neat and clean, I highly recommend
Adriano, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Love the little hotel
Royce, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great stay. Would do it again.
Mellissa, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

An extremely pleasant boutique hotel, central to town. The rooms are comfortable and clean and the restaurants offer a great selection for all. Pleasant accommodating staff and all in all a most pleasant experience. Will stay again when in the area.
Keith, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Safe and quiet.Many dining options.
Michelle, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I love renting a room at this hotel. It's clear, there's food options downstairs and everyone is very friendly.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We’ve stayed here two years in a row! It’s such a gem?
Mija, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Ice room also has complementary sparkling water. Breakfast at Rainbird was solid. Quality customer service. Enjoyed our stay.
Max, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great property. Very clean and pleasant atmosphere. Staff was wonderful.
Peter, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Loved my stay
Alexia, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very cute, clean, excellent room! Will stay again
Charles, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous hotel and very nice staff.
Yesenia, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful hotel and great place to stay
Barrett, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful hotel and centrally located
Debby Fierro, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous hotel. Highly recommend. Great service and amenities
Lizzie, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice area
Jesus, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Always a great stay
Chris, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Adorable boutique hotel!!
kacey, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Quaint style - enjoyable stay
Candis, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I really enjoyed my stay at the El Capitan. Staff was always friendly pleasant and eager to be helpful. The room was immaculately clean and very comfortable.
Kirby, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Loved this property! It was dog friendly and wrote our pups name on the welcome board. There is not much to do nearby but we stayed here because it was an hour or so away from Yosemite. The fish filtered water on each floor (on tap) was our favorite amenity.
Grace, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The best interior design. Old hotel with modern "old library" twist. Very friendly staff.
margaret, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Had a great experience at this lovely hotel. The room was comfortable and spacious and the staff was amazing. I ate at both restaurants in the lobby and was very very happy with my meal and cocktails. The location is great – right in the heart of Historic Main St., Merced
Rainbird restaurant in the lobby of the hotel
heidi, 2-night trip