El Capitan Hotel is a hotel in Merced, California. It offers a fitness center and two on-site dining options. Free parking is available for guests. The property provides pet-friendly rooms and rooms with air conditioning, private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, refrigerators, work desks, and toiletries. A sun terrace is also on site.
Should you book El Capitan Hotel?
A reliable stay with on-site dining and fitness facilities.
Best for
- Pet owners
- Fitness enthusiasts
- Casual dining on site
Maybe not ideal for
- Travellers seeking a resort experience
On-site dining
The hotel features two restaurants, including a family-friendly option serving American cuisine. Enjoy meals without leaving the property, with a bar also available for drinks.
Room amenities
Rooms come with air conditioning, a private bathroom, and a tea and coffee maker. Refrigerators and work desks are provided, along with complimentary toiletries.
Fitness and relaxation
Maintain your workout routine at the on-site fitness center. Guests can also enjoy the sun terrace during their stay.
Rooms & rates
King Room
28.0 m² · 1 king bed
Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
Queen Room
28.0 m² · 1 queen bed
Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
Deluxe King Room
28.0 m² · 1 queen bed
Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
28.0 m² · 2 full beds
Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
Junior King Suite
28.0 m² · 1 sofa bed and 1 queen bed
Private suite · Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Parking
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 2 restaurants
- Fitness center
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Great for your stay
- 2 restaurants
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Pet friendly
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Fitness center
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
Location
609 W Main Street, Merced, CA 95340, United States, Merced, California
El Capitan Hotel is located in Merced, California.
5 sights nearby, the closest being Court House Square Park at 0.3 mi; the nearest train station, Merced, is 0.6 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Court House Square Parkpark0.3 mi
- Merced County Courthouse Museummuseum0.3 mi
- McNamara Parkpark0.6 mi
- Applegate Zoozoo0.7 mi
- Kiwanis Kiddielandtheme park0.7 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
9.1 / 10 · Wonderful on Booking.com, from 912 guest reviews
El Capitan Hotel earns overwhelmingly positive sentiment for its well-appointed, clean rooms, genuinely friendly staff, and convenient downtown Merced location — with several guests returning specifically for these qualities. The main drawbacks are external street noise for rooms facing busy streets, limited and poorly signed parking, and occasional service inconsistencies such as wrong room types assigned and understaffed dining. Overall, it stands out as one of Merced's best lodging options, though light sleepers and drivers should plan accordingly.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 26 · average 9.7
They wrote about: room, staff, cleanliness
Reviews scoring 7–9: 4 · average 8
They wrote about: staff, facilities, room
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
- Pets
Free!
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dining options at El Capitan Hotel?
The hotel has two on-site restaurants, including a family-friendly option serving American cuisine. A bar is also available.
Do rooms have air conditioning?
Yes, all rooms at El Capitan Hotel are equipped with air conditioning.
Is parking available?
Yes, free parking is available for guests at El Capitan Hotel.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, El Capitan Hotel offers pet-friendly rooms.
What facilities are available for guests?
Amenities include a fitness center, a sun terrace, free WiFi, and facilities for disabled guests.
What type of beds are in the rooms?
Room configurations include one king bed, one queen bed, or two full beds, with a sofa bed also available in the Junior King Suite.
How far is Merced Municipal Airport?
Merced Municipal Airport is approximately 3.2 km from the hotel.
What universities are nearby?
The University of California, Merced is 11.2 km away, and California State University Stanislaus is 46.7 km away.