El Capitan Hotel

I think this might be the best hotel in Merced. If not, one of the top three for sure. We stayed 3 days here and 1 day at different hotel. The staff was knowledge of the area and things to do around town (there's not much to do in the area, we were there for an ongoing sporting event). I enjoyed my stay, breakfast, lunch, dinner and the bar without having to leave the hotel. We tried a few other restaurants while in town but they weren't that good to be honest. Hotel Decor 10/10*El Capitan has a nice eccentric/upscale feel. Room Decor 10/10*rooms had everything we needed: beverage station, comfy bed, refrigerator, table and lounge chair. Native Son Cafe cocktails 7/10 *suggest getting cocktails from the Rainbird restaurants. The bartenders were able to make a variety of different cocktails Rainbird Resturant 10/10 *suggest making a reservation, they were pretty booked/busy every evening of our stay. Valet Parking 10/10They also have a parking garage next door, which also doubles as valley and was filled in the evening with city vehicles (good luck finding open parking in garage).

Probably one of my favorite hotels so far in the Northern part of California! When I got into my room, it was like beautiful! I loved the vintage music player and telephone. The details in the room was an experience as well! The staff were so sweet and very helpful. The only thing was probably being able to hear upstairs and the rooms next to mine but I was exhausted when I got to my room so I was okay with sleeping thru it. Also, we had a great time outdoors in the patio area where we had a team happy hour and it was nice and intimate. We will be back in October for a big event in Merced and I am excited! I highly recommend!

A nice hotel. Very helpful staff. Great gym. Cool retro decor. Thoughtful amenities including free ear plugs.I wish there was more parking in the parking garage. I ended up on the street because I wouldn't valet my car. Other than that, it was a nice stay.

Clean rooms & friendly staff. Make sure to try the Ricotta Pancakes during breakfast at rainbird downstairs. I will be staying here next time I return to visit family, thank you guys!

This is hands down my favorite hotel to stay at while in Merced or the surrounding area. This used to be a Hilton hotel but they went private like 6 months ago.Anyway, regardless of ownership this is probably one of the prettiest hotels in town.I would highly recommend it to anyone. It's centrally located in beautiful downtown Merced and close to a variety of restaurants and bars. The only downside is that the hotel is tucked between two railroad tracks which doesn't bother me. I love Merced and their friendly people and the beautiful neighborhood!! Merced is worth a visit and so is El Capitan!!El Capitan Hotel in Merced is a historic and elegant hotel that offers a variety of amenities and experiences. According to my web search, El Capitan Hotel was originally built in 1916 to serve train passengers and guests traveling to Yosemite National Park which explains why it is tucked between two railroad tracks. Don't worry they offer free earplugs on their nightstands should it be too loud for you.It was recently renovated and reopened in April 2021, after being a Hilton hotel for some time. It now features 114 guest rooms, a fitness center, a sun terrace, and four distinct dining options, including a restored historic theater.

Had a great stay at El Capitan. We were just passing through so we only stayed a night. We stayed with our two small dogs and it was great. The design and decor were thoughtful and a vibe. Appreciated how there were multiple places to hang out and how convenient the restaurants and the shop were in the hotel. The ac worked great in our room and was thankful cause the heat was no joke outside. Every staff member was so friendly from the valet to the housekeepers. They even gave our pups a small toy and treat!

This hotel blew my mind. Loved everything about it. The room was gorgeous and comfy. The decor is my dream furniture to have. Like I want to know where it's from so I can order it all. Has a gym with lots of equipment. Outdoor area with bar for ordering food and drinks. Cafe and restaurant located within the hotel. Valet and self parking available. I self parked and it's located close, a short walk to the hotel through a hotel key card walk way.

This was a really nice surprise. I didn't expect such a nice hotel in Merced. A three day stay for a class reunion and it was perfect. The bar and restaurant were really nice. We had a junior suite which was perfect for the inevitable post reunion drop-ins. Parking garage was fine as well. I would definitely stay here again

Unfortunately I did not get to stay here, but I am writing a review because of the way the staff and hotel handled everything. I especially want to thank Ryan Anderson for assisting me and my friend who I was going to visit. Long story short - I was driving north to see a friend in the Georgetown area, and planned to stay at El Capitan on my way home from the visit. The Crozier fire broke out in my friend's area, and she was given evacuation orders. I had to cancel my trip. I called El Capitan to explain the situation, and my friend also called and spoke with Ryan. They handled the it was grace and understanding and I really can't thank them enough. Both my friend and I were under duress and stress with this, and I cannot wait to rebook at actually enjoy staying at El Capitan!

I stay here during my work visits. I usually do valet parking for $15 daily.Rooms are comfortable and newly remodeled.Love the vibe. Beds are soft and comfy, pillows are perfect softness.I love how soft the sheets are.I also like the filtered water & ice area on floor 3.