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Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite

2.0 star property

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Breakfast area
Desk, soundproofing, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Seasonal outdoor pool
Exterior
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Desk, soundproofing, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1001 Motel Dr, Merced, CA, 95341
  • Place, Poker Flats Casino
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Merced County Fairgrounds
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Merced County Courthouse Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, soundproofing, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, soundproofing, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite

This motel features coffee/tea in a common area, a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a garden and a vending machine.
Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite offers 30 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. LED televisions come with cable channels and pay-per-view films. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.
During your stay at Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite, you'll be within walking distance of Poker Flats Casino. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a seasonal outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a vending machine and coffee/tea in a common area
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Poker Flats Casino and a few minutes from Merced County Fairgrounds
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Merced motel.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

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
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday:
  • Outdoor pool
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Outdoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per night (maximum USD 100.00 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 80 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.00 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 30.00 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night (maximum USD100.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 30.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 147 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I usually shop for price when looking for hotel rooms. The Rodeway Inn was beautiful and well kept. I appreciated my time there. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice for the cost. Clean and friendy. Dated, but clean. Staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Pavel

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Noisy and not really clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Pavel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and clean and the staff was kind people
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jenny

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anzhela

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Brent

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
An old motel that really needs an update but it is cheap
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mandy

Travelled with family
Easy and very convenience to statefair ground
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
provided a great place to stay if you are traveling to yosemite with economic butget.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

MARIO

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Noise you hear people on top of your room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Miles

Liked: Staff & service
Convenient place to spend a night if you are passing through Merced.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025