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Hampton Inn & Suites Merced
225 S Parsons Ave
Merced, California

Motel 6 Merced North
1410 V St
Merced, California

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced
151 S Parsons Ave
Merced, California

San Joaquin Motel
1439 W 16th St
Merced, California

Comfort Inn Merced
730 Motel Dr
Merced, California

SAN JOAQUIN MOTEL
1439 W. 16th Street
Merced, California

BEST WESTERN PLUS INN
1033 Motel Drive
Merced, California

Americas Best Value Inn
1213 V St
Merced, California

Rodeway Inn
1001 Motel Dr
Merced, California

Travelodge Merced Yosemite
1260 Yosemite Pkwy
Merced, California

Budget Inn Merced
1215 R St
Merced, California

Motel 6 Merced
1983 E Childs Avenue
Merced, California

Ramada Inn Merced
2000 E Childs Ave
Merced, California

Courtyard by Marriott Merced
750 Motel Dr
Merced, California


Hotel Tips

Ask to be shown a room before you check-in which signals the front desk agent to show the best room available to sell it right away. This can put you in the best room available at that time and gives you the ability to check for cleanliness, smells and sounds before transacting with the hotel.

Always announce during booking if the trip is for a special event, anniversary or reunion. Group rates can be pre-negotiated and you may qualify for a lower cost and better upgrades for your stay. If you are the one setting up the event, always work directly with the front desk manager to make sure the best service is offered to your party.

Ask to be placed opposite of any roadways. Road noise can be a constant source of pollution which may not be a noticeable problem during the day but reveals itself at night. Don't be afraid to request a room change to get a better sleep.



Things To Do

Merced brings smiles by way of doughnuts and pastries made fresh daily for your enjoyment. Everyone has their favorite of course but having a variety of bakeries is what makes downtown so special. Fritters, scones and pies oh my!

Merced thanks the collection of small business owners who devote their time and energy to make shopping downtown a great experience. Inventory offered downtown is shopped by the merchant buyer to bring the best products to your neighborhood.

Merced brings a custom fit every time a shoe is bought locally. Nothing beats the hands on experience of shoe shopping to add to your collection of Men's, Women's and Children's shoes. Try them on, walk around and make sure you have the best fit as every manufacturer is a bit different on sizing.



Why Do You Love Downtown?

Jackie Avery
I love supporting locals, the view, and atmosphere!

Ariel
i have been here since 2005 and fell in love with downtown, the shops are amazing, good prices, nice people, great gifts ect... the scenery is wonderful as well

Angela Shields
I will be visiting Ashland for the first time this coming weekend! I have heard from numerous people what a great town it is and how much I will like it. Very excited to check it out and do some shopping!

Ryan gregory
The food

Tracy Friend
It's adorable and friendly. Love to visit all the shops.


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