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A welcome gem nestled in California’s heartland
A charming historical find in route to Yosemite National Park, Monterey Bay, or the Santa Cruz Mountains. The stylish El Capitan hotel in downtown Merced is your starting point to unleash your wanderlust and relish the off-the-beaten-path discoveries.
Amenities
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Restaurant On-Site
- Fitness Center
- Pet-Friendly
- Digital Key
- Digital Check-In
- In-Room Chromecast
- Business Services
- Concierge
- Meeting Facilities
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Rooms + Suites
Nature meets modern interiors at El Capitan. A luxurious translation of a road trip pit stop our guest rooms and suites are designed with comfort in mind featuring spacious layouts, chic furnishings, modern amenities, and a choice California landscape location.
Our Hotel
24-hour Fitness Center
24-hour Fitness Center
Train like a boss in our 24-hour access fitness center outfitted with the gear you need to get the job done, including Peloton bikes and the Fitness on Demand app that’s loaded with premium digital workouts led by renowned experts.
Entertainment
Entertainment
Our entertainment complex The Mainzer features everything you want under one stunning roof. Unapologetic comfort food, craft cocktails, movies, live entertainment, big screen TVs and games aplenty.
Community Impact
Community Impact
Deeply rooted in community, El Capitan is committed to ensure we make a meaningful impact in our community through local partnerships, diverse events, and most importantly our inspiring team. Learn more here.
Dining
Three distinct dining experiences all call upon the bounty of the Central Valley, a region famous for producing more than a quarter of the nation’s food. Rainbird’s destination-worthy dining is complemented by light bites in the Courtyard and Native Son’s café-style fare.
Pet-friendly
El Capitan welcomes pets and their people, encouraging canine wanderlust. Explore the great outdoors with your four-paw companion and then retreat to your room where your pooch will enjoy a comfy bed, snacks, and toys.
Fees
Non-refundable pet fee of $35 per day
Weight Limits
100 pounds per pet, max of two pets.
Special Events
Meetings
Meetings
Purposefully designed for business and pleasure, and conveniently located downtown, El Capitan offers 5,429 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor meeting spaces.
Weddings
Weddings
Escape cliché wedding destinations and gather your loved ones together indoors or outdoors on our 3,328-square-foot courtyard framed by succulents, beautiful natural light and nighttime romance.