Merced County Courthouse Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Mercy General Hospital - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Merced County Fairgrounds - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Applegate Park Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Merced College - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
Getting around
Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal) - 9 min drive
Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 48 min drive
San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 128 min drive
Merced Station - 14 min walk
Restaurants
In-N-Out Burger - 10 min walk
The Sensory Place by ASIP - 5 min walk
Taco Bell - 10 min walk
New Thai Cuisine - 7 min walk
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 10 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 centre 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 travellers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff.
Languages
American (Sign language), English, French, Spanish, Vietnamese
At a glance
Hotel size
114 rooms
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
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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
Children
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (2 total, up to 100 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Covered on-site valet parking (USD 15.00 per day)
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
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
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Ecotours nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
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 centre
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Lift door width (centimetres): 203
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Sign language-capable staff
Lowered view port in door
Lowered locks/deadbolt
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-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
Dressing gowns and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
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 specialises in Californian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Reservations are required.
Native Son – This café specialises in Californian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
The Courtyard – This bistro specialises in American cuisine and serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Mainzer – This diner specialises in American cuisine and serves brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 20 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per accommodation, per night
Parking
Covered valet parking costs USD 15.00 per day
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at El Capitan Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 100 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 35.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. 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 on-site 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 such as mountain biking, mountain climbing and rock climbing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. El Capitan Hotel also has a 24-hour fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near El Capitan Hotel?
Yes, there are 3 on-site restaurants, featuring al fresco 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. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.
El Capitan Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
26 November 2024
Anthony
Anthony, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 November 2024
Simona
Simona, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
25 November 2024
I like that they've brought this hotel back to life.
Todd
Todd, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
23 November 2024
David
David, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 November 2024
chris
chris, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 November 2024
Guadalupe
Guadalupe, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 November 2024
Shannon
Shannon, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 November 2024
Geoffrey
Geoffrey, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
19 November 2024
Melissa
Melissa, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 November 2024
Lucia del s
Lucia del s, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 November 2024
Michael
Michael, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 November 2024
emily
emily, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 November 2024
donald
donald, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 November 2024
Classical decor with period furniture. Three good restaurants with excellent food. A real treat!
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 November 2024
Adam
Adam, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
7 November 2024
Inviting atmosphere
Very nice environment, a warm inviting atmosphere. I especially like the walk in shower. I do think a microwave would be a nice addition. Some better choices to view on the TV would also be nice. Otherwise, very comfortable and a central location.
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 November 2024
The El Capitan is reliably clean and comfortable with lovely decor. The staff is always welcoming and friendly. The restaurants serve well prepared, fresh foods. Only drawback, the midnight train whistle, but the hotel thoughtfully provides earplugs for that.
Miya
Miya, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 October 2024
Great hotel
It was a great hotel to stay at. The room was very nice and the staff were all great to me and my family.
Isaac
Isaac, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 October 2024
Greg
Greg, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 October 2024
El Capitan - great stay!
This is my second stay in El Capitan in Merced. It is a lovely hotel. The convenience of having an attached coffee shop and restaurant is a real plus to jetlagged travelers; The service and location are excellent. Once in a while, the Wi-Fi can be a little wonky, but it's nothing that would get anyone off track.
Verified traveller
3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 October 2024
chris
chris, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 October 2024
Chris
Chris, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
23 October 2024
Gulhan aylin
Gulhan aylin, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 October 2024
Great stay in Merced
Wonderful hotel in downtown Merced! Beautifully decorated and great vibe!
JOSE
JOSE, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 October 2024
Return trip to Merced
One of my many trips to Merced to see my son at UCM. This hotel never disappoints! The rooms are beautiful with unique decor so you don’t feel like you are in a generic hotel. Very comfortable beds, large bathroom and great amenities. I highly recommend!