Located in Merced and with University of California, Merced reachable within 12 km, El Capitan Hotel provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers a bar. The property is non-smoking and is set 46 km from California State University Stanislaus. At the hotel each room comes with a private bathroom. El Capitan Hotel offers a sun terrace. Languages spoken at the 24-hour front desk include English and Spanish. Merced Municipal Airport is 3 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom :
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.9
High score for Merced
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Eva
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Very luxurious, clean and spacious rooms. Several restaurants on the ground floor. Parking garage next door.
  • Clare
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Top option for Merced. Great location, lovely big room with bathrobes
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    One of the nicest boutique hotels I have stayed in worldwide. Loved the artwork, cleanliness and attention to detail of the owner and designers - well done
  • Natalie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very modern hotel. Free self parking (around the back in a separate structure).
  • Anna
    Germany Germany
    Big, stylish rooms, good bar in the patio and restaurant inside the hotel that serves delicious food! Nice bathrooms and good parking!
  • Busra
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Location was great. The room was in great condition.
  • Omer
    Israel Israel
    Very clean, excellent room, value for money for the room
  • Leanne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Gorgeous hotel with plenty of restaurants to choose from. Easy parking too.
  • Jess
    Australia Australia
    El Capitan is GORGEOUS. We booked a night there last minute to break up the journey from Yosemite to San Francisco, and I am so glad we did. The hotel is so beautifully designed - the decor is absolutely stunning. The room was spacious and...
  • Jennifer
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very well equipped, modern hotel. Clean and all the necessary amenities.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Native Son
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
  • Rainbird
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional

Facilities of El Capitan Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Fitness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Off-site
  • Live music/performance
    Off-site
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Off-site
  • Stand-up comedy
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs US$15 per day.
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Minimarket on site
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Auditory guidance
  • Visual aids: Tactile signs
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Wellness
  • Fitness
  • Fitness centre
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules
El Capitan Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 12 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about El Capitan Hotel

  • Room options at El Capitan Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Quadruple
    • Suite

  • El Capitan Hotel is 250 yards from the centre of Merced. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • El Capitan Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Happy hour
    • Movie nights
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Live music/performance
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Fitness
    • Stand-up comedy

  • Guests staying at El Capitan Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • American
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go

  • El Capitan Hotel has 2 restaurants:

    • Native Son
    • Rainbird

  • Check-in at El Capitan Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at El Capitan Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.