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261 reviews

El Capitan Hotel

El Capitan Hotel

609 W Main Street, Merced, 95340, California, United States

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Restaurant

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

El Capitan Hotel

Welcome to the El Capitan Hotel, located at 609 W Main Street in the heart of Merced, California. This charming 4-star hotel offers a convenient and fun stay for all travelers. With a distance of just 0.1mi to the city center, you'll have easy access to all the attractions and activities Merced has to offer.

With 261 rave reviews, the El Capitan Hotel is highly recommended by guests. The starting price is just $161, offering excellent value for a luxurious stay. You can expect top-notch amenities such as free Wifi, air conditioning, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk for your convenience. Plus, with features like live music performances, a bar, and a restaurant on site, you'll have plenty of entertainment options right at your fingertips.

In addition to the fantastic amenities, the El Capitan Hotel goes the extra mile to ensure a comfortable stay for all guests. This includes features like a golf course, pet-friendly accommodations, and accessibility options for guests with disabilities. The hotel is also smoke-free, providing a clean and healthy environment for everyone.

Whether you're visiting Merced for business or pleasure, the El Capitan Hotel is the perfect choice for your stay. Book now and experience a memorable and enjoyable trip to California.

When it comes to dining options, the El Capitan Hotel has got you covered with its on-site restaurant, Native Son. This family-friendly restaurant offers delicious American cuisine that is sure to satisfy all taste buds. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty breakfast, a leisurely lunch, or a delightful dinner, Native Son has a menu that will please everyone. Relax and enjoy a satisfying meal right within the comfort of the hotel.

When it comes to payment, the El Capitan Hotel accepts a variety of methods, including American Express, Mastercard, JCB, Visa, Discover, and Diners Club. Unfortunately, cash is not accepted. So, you can rest assured that you'll have a convenient and hassle-free payment experience at this hotel.

The El Capitan Hotel offers a variety of room types to suit your needs. From the spacious Junior King Suite and King Suite to the comfortable Deluxe King Room and Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds, you'll find the perfect accommodations for a restful stay. Each room is smoke-free and designed to ensure maximum comfort, with a range of amenities provided. No matter which room you choose, you'll have a cozy and inviting space to relax and unwind after a day of exploring Merced.

With its pet-friendly policy, excellent dining options, convenient payment methods, and comfortable room options, the El Capitan Hotel has everything you need for an enjoyable and memorable trip to California. Book your stay now and get ready to experience the best of Merced.

Closest airports

Merced Municipal Airport

2.1mi

Fresno Yosemite International Airport

55.8mi

Stockton Metropolitan Airport

58.1mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Rooms

Queen Room in El Capitan Hotel

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Queen Room

1 Queen Size Bed

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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Experience a comfortable stay in our Queen Room, perfect for couples seeking a cozy retreat. This spacious double room boasts modern amenities including a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning, ensuring a relaxing stay for you and your loved one.

King Room in El Capitan Hotel

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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Experience luxury and comfort in our spacious 301 sqft King Room. Unwind in the plush King size bed and enjoy modern amenities including a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning. Smoke-free and perfect for couples seeking a relaxing retreat.

Deluxe King Room in El Capitan Hotel

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Deluxe, King

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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Experience deluxe comfort in our stylish Deluxe King Room, featuring a spacious 301 sqft of pure relaxation. Unwind in the comfort of your king size bed and enjoy modern amenities such as a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and air conditioning.

Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in El Capitan Hotel

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Deluxe, 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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Junior King Suite in El Capitan Hotel

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Junior Suite

1 Sofa Bed

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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King Suite in El Capitan Hotel

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Suite

1 Sofa Bed

1 King Size Bed

560 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Suite, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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Junior Suite, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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This quadruple room has a tea/coffee maker and air conditioning.

Arbor, King

1 King Size Bed

Wifi

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Arbor, Queen

1 Queen Size Bed

Wifi

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Room - 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

2 Double Beds

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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King Room, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Guest reviews

8.9

261 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

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Value for money

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Featured reviews:

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Black-jade31

9.1

September 2023

The young lady at the front desk when we checked in was delightful. Professional, quick, but friendly. Wish we could remember her name. The head valet young man that night was also amazing (also wish we could remember his name). They made our night much better as we'd been having a bad day. The remodel of the building has really done the place justice, a great blend of old and new, very artfully done. The room was over all very nice, not huge but big enough to be cozy instead of cramped. The bed was just the right blend of firm but soft. The room had a good amount of plugs for our electronics. It was a nice touch to have a record player in the room along with a three record selection to choose from. TV was in the room but no obtrusive even with its large size. The lighting was nice. We felt it was bright enough during the evening while we were up enjoying the room for anything from reading to art. In the morning when we opened up the blinds the natural light was great too. Coffee in the morning from the cafe Native Son in the lobby was fabulous! Cannot wait to go back and try more of their menu. Would over all recommend.

Our neighbors for the night were a bit less than polite about how loud they were and as it is an older building for as much as it was remodeled there is only so much to be done for noise. Earplugs were thoughtfully provided, though.

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Volodymyr

10

August 2023

Room has antique feeling but it actually quite futuristic. It has auto curtains. You slightly pull them towards direction you want and they close automatically. There is automatic lights in bathroom. A new TV with clean remote control. Room is quite clean and there no any bad kind odor that many hotels have. Bathroom is almost as big as room itself.

Entrance to hotel is in one side of the building and parking is on building behind of other side. So it requires like 1 minute walk on some back alley. We also can hear people who walk corridor. It wasn't often and that wasn't a big issue. And lastly there is train that travels at night. Sound of it wasn't loud and I think it was quiet but we didn't use to it and we woke up. Perhaps we are super sensitive.

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Krasimir

9.1

May 2023

Great place, great location, great staff, great room, modern, cozy, clean... facility was more than excellent! Checking in and out was easy; the guys there were extremely friendly and helpful, and it was easy to find a parking lot and a really great location on the main street. Did not expect such a great hotel & service in a relevantly smaller city like Merced.

Honestly, the food was terrible, and I do not recommend it. I did not know how it was even possible to eat a tasteless burger and a tasteless burrito at all! It's really hard to believe it is possible, but all the things I've tried had no taste, flavor, or spices. Still trying to figure out how can a burrito with bacon, potatoes, eggs, and a few other ingredients has literally NO taste at all. On top, I got the worst espresso in the world - it was so sour (like somebody put half a lemon in it) that I couldn't finish it.

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Jean-christophe

8.2

August 2023

Very well kept and nicely renovated hotel in the historic center of this town. Rooms very very nice, clean and comfortable. The hotel is located in a small, central nighborhood with a few restaurants nearby.

Breakfast was included however not a real breakfast buffet, and not very good. We also could not find a parking and had to park on the street. Nothing really bad but could be better :)

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Khongkham

10

May 2023

very clean and the sparkling water machine

I didn't like the staff that check me in. I gave her my credit card and she declined it because she assumed it was a Cashapp card. I told her it's a VISA with the signature but she said no we can't accept that. I would appreciate if she check with the manager before assuming. I was glad the person that check us out was able to use my original VISA card and not assuming it was a CASHApp card.

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Vasquez

10

September 2023

Beautiful wall murals and decor(: Everything is so thoroughly thought out when making the hotel. I will always book there from now on!

Not sure if the bar on the bottom corner is associated with them but we received horrible service from there. Server never acknowledged us for 15 minutes and when he did look at us he just walked past us. Communication is nice.

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Adrienne

10

May 2023

I loved the details within the hotel, it reminds me of the Ahwahnee hotel in Yosemite but much better with Price and no cracked ceilings. Staff were very nice and the outdoor area was delightful.

I didn’t like the noise from the sign outside our room or the noise that was coming from somewhere. You can tell this room must have that issue for there were ear plugs already available in the room.

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Migle

9.1

June 2023

The hotel is just amazing! Beautifully furnished, comfortable, has all the ammenities one might need, friendly staff and is very well priced. Highly recommend!

We were staying here during our trip in Yosemite, so the location for the purpose was not amazing - it's a bit of a drive from the natural park. Otherwise, it was the best hotel we've stayed in during our travel around California!

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Jill

10

December 2022

The hotel was decorated in such a beautiful way that you felt like you were in a mansion in France. There is a lovely fragrance that flows throughout the hotel as well. The bed was so comfy and we loved how our room was decorated. I couldn't get over just how beautiful the place is. The staff were so kind and helpful. I have to find another excuse to go back to Merced just so I can stay there again!

Everything was perfect!

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Cliff

9.1

July 2022

The property was clean and well located downtown. The decor was great in the room and the bed was very comfortable. Would have really enjoyed staying longer at this property. The gym was also exceptional, well equipped and air conditioned.

Not much bad to say about this facility. They only thing that could be an issue was the stuffed toy bee on the bed. If you have a child entering the room it would be hard to stop them from opening the package at which point you are purchasing the bee.

Points of Interest Around El Capitan Hotel

Airports

Merced Municipal Airport

2.1mi

Fresno Yosemite International Airport

55.8mi

Stockton Metropolitan Airport

58.1mi

Restaurants

Native Son

Cuisines

  • American

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly

Amenities of El Capitan Hotel

Restaurant

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Stay rules - El Capitan Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - El Capitan Hotel

Are pets permitted at El Capitan Hotel?

Yes, you can stay with your pet at El Capitan Hotel. They allow pets, although there may be charges for bringing them along.

What's the check-in and check-out schedule at El Capitan Hotel?

For El Capitan Hotel, you can check in after 03:00 PM and the check-out deadline is 11:00 AM.

Is free parking available at El Capitan Hotel?

Yes, there is parking available at the El Capitan Hotel. It is a public parking facility located nearby. The price for parking is $15 per day. Reservations for parking are not required.

How much does a stay at El Capitan Hotel cost?

Accommodation at El Capitan Hotel starts as low as $161. Rates could differ based on your room selection and dates. Ensure to enter your dates for the most accurate pricing.

What are the room types available at El Capitan Hotel?

The El Capitan Hotel offers a variety of room types including Junior King Suites, Queen Rooms, King Rooms, Deluxe King Rooms, King Suites, and Deluxe Queen Rooms with Two Queen Beds. These rooms range in size from 301 sqft to 560 sqft and can accommodate between 2 to 4 adults. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms, and the bed sizes vary from Queen to King.

What activities does El Capitan Hotel offer?

Guests at El Capitan Hotel can enjoy a variety of leisure amenities during their stay. They can start their day by playing a round of golf at the hotel's golf course. In the evenings, guests can relax and unwind while enjoying live music or a stand-up comedy show. If they prefer a quiet evening, they can grab a drink at the hotel's bar and enjoy the ambiance.

For guests who want to stay active during their stay, El Capitan Hotel has a fitness center where they can work out and maintain their fitness routine. Additionally, the hotel offers movie nights, providing guests with an opportunity to enjoy a film on the big screen.

When it comes to dining options, guests can dine at the on-site restaurant, Native Son, which offers a family-friendly ambiance and serves American cuisine. Guests can indulge in delicious meals without leaving the hotel premises.

Is there an in-house restaurant at El Capitan Hotel?

Yes, the El Capitan Hotel has a restaurant called Native Son on site. The restaurant offers American cuisine and has a family-friendly ambiance.

Which payment methods are supported by El Capitan Hotel?

El Capitan Hotel accepts several payment methods including American Express, Mastercard, JCB, Visa, Discover, and Diners Club. However, cash is not accepted as a form of payment at this hotel.