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El Capitan Hotel

4.0 star property
Downtown Merced's El Capitan Hotel delivers California cuisine across three restaurants with 24-hour concierge service to help travelers explore with confidence

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El Capitan Hotel in downtown Merced offers three restaurants with fresh California cuisine. Amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, public WiFi, a coffee shop, and a bar. The helpful staff provides wedding services and concierge assistance for seamless travel experiences.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 357
AED 422 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb

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Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Arbor Lane Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Arbor Lane King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Main Street King | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Main Street King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Main Street Double Queen | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Main Street Double Queen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Sofa bed - queen
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - queen
Down duvet
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Suite - Accessible

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Located in Merced, El Capitan Hotel is in the historical district and near a train station. Merced County Courthouse Museum and Castle Air Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Merced County Fairgrounds and Applegate Park Zoo. Merced College and Vista Ranch and Cellars are two other places to visit that come recommended. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with mountain biking, rock climbing, and ecotours nearby. Visit our Merced travel guide
Map
609 W MAIN STREET, Merced, CA, 95340

What's nearby

  • Merced County Courthouse Museum - Merced, California, USA
    Merced County Courthouse Museum
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Poker Flats Casino
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Applegate Park Zoo
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Mercy General Hospital
    17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Merced County Fairgrounds
    18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Merced Station
    14 min walk
  • Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal)
    9 min drive

Restaurants

  • In-N-Out Burger
    10 min walk
  • The Sensory Place by ASIP
    5 min walk
  • Smash Bros
    8 min walk
  • Lovers Deli
    4 min walk
  • Wendy's
    11 min walk

About this property

El Capitan Hotel

Upscale hotel near Merced County Courthouse Museum
Located close to Applegate Park Zoo and Merced County Fairgrounds, El Capitan Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a bar, and a 24-hour gym. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and Californian cuisine. Free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and smoke-free premises
  • A front-desk safe, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A ballroom, concierge services, and wedding services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 114 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 49-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 15 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 20 per person
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Mainzer
  • Native Son
  • Rainbird
  • The Courtyard

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 4 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (80 inch wide door)
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Built in 2021
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: USD 5.61 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 20 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 15.00 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of GBAC STAR (Hyatt)

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

Property is 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

Is El Capitan Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 15.00 per day.

What time is check-in at El Capitan Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at El Capitan Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is El Capitan Hotel located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Merced County Courthouse Museum, Mercy General Hospital, and Merced County Fairgrounds. Applegate Park Zoo and Merced College are also within 3 mi (5 km). Merced Station is 14 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

El Capitan Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1337 out of 1636 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 206 out of 1636 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1636 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1636 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1636 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Blanca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room is always spotless good location and the staff very friendly this our 4 time a least staying here in the last 6 months . Love this place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, clean rooms, delicious breakfast at the restaurant downstairs.. will definitely return! Loved my stay there!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel. We love El Capitan. Beautiful property. Great staff. Restaurant is wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room and friendly customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was quaint and beautiful. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are from Merced, and my husband and I loved the whole atmosphere, the rooms were clean and nicely decorated. And the employees were all attentive and friendly. We will definitely be going again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We chose this hotel really has a stop over on a long road trip, but we were blown away by how nice it is! Charming and spotless hotel with a surprisingly excellent restaurant. Great staff. Quaint downtown area to walk through.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel met and exceeded all my expectations. Lovely hotel, and very attentive & polite staff. Will definitely stay again and recommend to family/friends.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful hotel that the staff was very inviting and attentive to the customers needs
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, great room, cozy, staff was kind and courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and comfortable. Lots of space to move around.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and very friendly and helpful staff. Clean room with quality touches. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Yong

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel decorations for the holidays, staff is friendly and helpful. One of the bath towel was worn and looks ugly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t receive VIP perk, but hotel is great, location is good! The view from the room was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Han

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, beautiful hotel and nice staff! The breakfast at Rainbird was delicious~will definitely stay here again~
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel by far exceeded my expectations from check in to check out. Roxy and other staff members were ever helpful with questions and explanations. The Native Son offered really good short breakfast and lunch options. Rainbird was a special dinner treat. Housekeeping services were every so accommodating. Visited Mainzer for a look. Great menu options as well. Next visit to Merced you've got my business
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with great amenities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute hotel pet friend staff was awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing room was great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
super friendly staff, clean and quiet rooms overall
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed several times, as a local park worker in Yosemite. I've never had a single issue. Courteous staff, nice rooms for the average rate. Convenient on site dining options. Centrally located, within walking distance to food, bars, and dispensaries. Well lit at night, as safe as downtown gets. Dog friendly by dog person standards.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was absolutely beautiful and very comfortable. Dining, cocktail bars, and evening activities were all walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fabulous staff all around!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, comfortable bed. Very helpful staff, from the front door to the cleaning crews, always greeting you with friendly smile & cheerful hello.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025