Title: The Best Hotels Closest to Applegate Park Zoo in Merced for 2026 | Expedia.com [Merced Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Merced.dx2231)[Vacation Rentals in Merced](https://expedia.com/Merced-Vacation-Rentals.d2231.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Merced](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Merced.d2231.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Applegate Park Zoo](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Applegate-Park-Zoo.d6148361.Car-Rental-Guide)[Applegate Park Zoo Vacations](https://expedia.com/Applegate-Park-Zoo-Merced.d6148361.Vacation-Attraction) ![Default HTG hotel image](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ## Check prices for these dates Tonight [Mar 27 - Mar 28](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=6148361&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [Mar 28 - Mar 29](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=6148361&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=6148361&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=6148361&startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Recommended Price (low to high) Distance Star rating ## Our top choices for Applegate Park Zoo hotels ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55300000/55295100/55295009/129b5c62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Main Street King | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55300000/55295100/55295009/5e1e4fad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55300000/55295100/55295009/080c4c7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55300000/55295100/55295009/b5265fdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### El Capitan Hotel [](https://www.expedia.com/Merced-Hotels-El-Capitan-Hotel.h55295009.Hotel-Information) 0.7 mi from Applegate Park Zoo 9.6/10 Exceptional (1,691 reviews) "I liked everything about this hotel " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) ana $114 nightly $127 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Merced-Hotels-El-Capitan-Hotel.h55295009.Hotel-Information) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1510000/1503100/1503019/5a9be956.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room, 1 King Bed | Pool | Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1510000/1503100/1503019/f2840b15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1510000/1503100/1503019/892bf390.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1510000/1503100/1503019/bd78fc5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Courtyard by Marriott Merced [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Merced.h1503019.Hotel-Information) 1.8 mi from Applegate Park Zoo 8.6/10 Excellent (976 reviews) "Great place!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Brian $123 nightly $137 total Apr 2 - Apr 3 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Merced.h1503019.Hotel-Information) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17100/17099/aad2e65e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17100/17099/ba5cdd23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17100/17099/8598ace2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17100/17099/a9594067.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-FairBridge-Inn-Suites-MercedGateway-To-Yosemite.h17099.Hotel-Information) 2 mi from Applegate Park Zoo 8.4/10 Very Good (770 reviews) "Great hotel to relax " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) arturo $75 nightly $84 total Apr 7 - Apr 8 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-FairBridge-Inn-Suites-MercedGateway-To-Yosemite.h17099.Hotel-Information) ![Breakfast area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4470000/4462000/4461946/5a0b638f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Desk, soundproofing, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4470000/4462000/4461946/03250db3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Desk, soundproofing, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4470000/4462000/4461946/c2397a00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4470000/4462000/4461946/b923d6d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Rodeway-Inn.h4461946.Hotel-Information) 1.9 mi from Applegate Park Zoo 8.0/10 Very Good (149 reviews) "Basic, clean, good value and location" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Janet $74 nightly $83 total Apr 10 - Apr 11 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Rodeway-Inn.h4461946.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16200/16192/f4d5aa01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16200/16192/ea86a77d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Efficiency) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16200/16192/4cd69329.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily buffet breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16200/16192/724b7a34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Quality-Inn-Merced-Gateway-To-Yosemite.h16192.Hotel-Information) 1.7 mi from Applegate Park Zoo 7.4/10 Good (1,000 reviews) "Staff was very kind and polite. Rooms were clean and well taken care of. Breakfast was great!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Tad $74 nightly $82 total Apr 2 - Apr 3 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Quality-Inn-Merced-Gateway-To-Yosemite.h16192.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21300/21269/5ba8990b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21300/21269/597db1c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21300/21269/49ec932d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21300/21269/f9720407.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Best Western Inn [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Best-Western-Inn.h21269.Hotel-Information) 1.9 mi from Applegate Park Zoo 7.6/10 Good (669 reviews) "Super nice staff & exceptional breakfast! Rooms nice & quiet, even next to the freeway." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Cher $91 nightly $101 total Apr 3 - Apr 4 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Best-Western-Inn.h21269.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34800/34725/7ecb4488.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34800/34725/1cc2f3df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34800/34725/41b55a3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34800/34725/4329cdc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Signature Inn Merced Yosemite Parkway [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Travelodge-By-Wyndham-Merced-Yosemite.h34725.Hotel-Information) 1.9 mi from Applegate Park Zoo 7.0/10 Good (1,000 reviews) "spring bed was extremely uncomfortable." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Ricardo $75 nightly $84 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Travelodge-By-Wyndham-Merced-Yosemite.h34725.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/893000/892984/8d558ba1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily continental breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/893000/892984/3c264196.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/893000/892984/1f5b7399.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/893000/892984/3bdc7434.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Days Inn by Wyndham Merced / Yosemite Area [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Merced-Yosemite-Area.h892984.Hotel-Information) 1 mi from Applegate Park Zoo 6.8/10 (1,000 reviews) "Nice, clean place, very comfortable " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Maria $70 nightly $79 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Merced-Yosemite-Area.h892984.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103550000/103546300/103546241/9f897adf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103550000/103546300/103546241/a5152689.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103550000/103546300/103546241/c6f2ea75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Signature Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103550000/103546300/103546241/6ea860c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### PACIFIC EXPRESS INN [](https://www.expedia.com/Merced-Hotels-PACIFIC-EXPRESS-INN.h103546241.Hotel-Information) 1.8 mi from Applegate Park Zoo 6.8/10 (38 reviews) "The people at the front desk were very accommodating and polite" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Mark $78 nightly $87 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Merced-Hotels-PACIFIC-EXPRESS-INN.h103546241.Hotel-Information) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/996200/996138/418c74db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/996200/996138/29184929.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/996200/996138/2b4b8206.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Coffee service](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/996200/996138/ff1d5a7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Motel 6 Merced, CA - North [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Motel-6-Merced.h996138.Hotel-Information) 0.9 mi from Applegate Park Zoo 6.4/10 (837 reviews) "Great stay and staff" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Marvin $79 nightly $89 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Motel-6-Merced.h996138.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2360000/2350300/2350206/d836a6a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2360000/2350300/2350206/9092d183.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily buffet breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2360000/2350300/2350206/11fce484.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2360000/2350300/2350206/69d833d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Suites-Merced.h2350206.Hotel-Information) 2.6 mi from Applegate Park Zoo 9.0/10 Wonderful (1,002 reviews) "The staff was friendly, welcoming, and professional. The hotel’s amenities make the stay convenient and comfortable." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Melania $112 nightly $126 total Apr 11 - Apr 12 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Suites-Merced.h2350206.Hotel-Information) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32740000/32732500/32732478/2b3e4a13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32740000/32732500/32732478/67643d5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32740000/32732500/32732478/893a1c9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32740000/32732500/32732478/f2d68ba7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-TownePlace-Suites-By-Marriott-Merced.h32732478.Hotel-Information) 2.7 mi from Applegate Park Zoo 8.8/10 Excellent (803 reviews) "Great staff and room was spaces for the family." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Marylue $116 nightly $130 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-TownePlace-Suites-By-Marriott-Merced.h32732478.Hotel-Information) ![Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-in Shower) | Blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/899400/899306/0b85287d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/899400/899306/07e0e580.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/899400/899306/3bae071c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/899400/899306/45929ade.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ramada by Wyndham Merced [](https://www.expedia.com/Merced-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Merced.h899306.Hotel-Information) 2.5 mi from Applegate Park Zoo 8.2/10 Very Good (75 reviews) "Great staff and clean rooms " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Ryan $68 nightly $76 total Apr 4 - Apr 5 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Merced-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Merced.h899306.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1720000/1710800/1710774/f9ba47ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1720000/1710800/1710774/66048319.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![One king studio sofabed non smoking | Minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1720000/1710800/1710774/209dbd39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![One king studio sofabed non smoking | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1720000/1710800/1710774/d6336122.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hampton Inn & Suites Merced [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-Merced.h1710774.Hotel-Information) 2.6 mi from Applegate Park Zoo 8.0/10 Very Good (1,002 reviews) "Very clean place, very comfortable " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Maria $86 nightly $96 total Apr 2 - Apr 3 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-Merced.h1710774.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118970000/118969700/118969659/w5116h3836x4y4-4229d8f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118970000/118969700/118969659/7cdad6ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118970000/118969700/118969659/2e968a1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fitness studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118970000/118969700/118969659/8aa1e666.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilton Garden Inn Merced [](https://www.expedia.com/Merced-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Merced.h118969659.Hotel-Information) 4 mi from Applegate Park Zoo 9.4/10 Exceptional (35 reviews) "Staff were friendly and rooms were clean." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Miriam $109 nightly $120 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Merced-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Merced.h118969659.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34600/34580/1da17fd2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34600/34580/2b9b23a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34600/34580/ac671a67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34600/34580/345f3d76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Merced Inn and Suites [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Merced-Inn-And-Suites.h34580.Hotel-Information) 2.6 mi from Applegate Park Zoo 6.0/10 (1,000 reviews) "Good for money" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Jan $62 nightly $69 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Merced-Inn-And-Suites.h34580.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11520000/11517600/11517547/e9660369.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11520000/11517600/11517547/4426a26d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11520000/11517600/11517547/23f08723.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11520000/11517600/11517547/1a0bab71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Applegate Inn [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Applegate-Inn.h11517547.Hotel-Information) 7.3 mi from Applegate Park Zoo 7.2/10 Good (277 reviews) "Friendly staff Attentive to our needs Thank you" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Carlos $73 nightly $79 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Applegate-Inn.h11517547.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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[View all properties](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-11&endDate=2026-04-12®ionId=6148361&adults=2&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Compare popular hotels close to Applegate Park Zoo | Property | Star rating | Guest rating | Breakfast included | Pool | Spa | Pet friendly | WiFi included | | | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------- | --------------------------- | ------------------ | ---- | --- | ------------ | ------------- | | | ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55300000/55295100/55295009/129b5c62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)El Capitan Hotel | 4.0 star property | 9.6Exceptional1,691 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1510000/1503100/1503019/5a9be956.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Courtyard by Marriott Merced | 3.0 star property | 8.6Excellent976 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17100/17099/aad2e65e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)FairBridge Inn & Suites Merced/Gateway to Yosemite | 2.5 star property | 8.4Very Good770 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Breakfast area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4470000/4462000/4461946/5a0b638f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Rodeway Inn Near University-Gateway to Yosemite | 2.0 star property | 8.0Very Good149 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16200/16192/f4d5aa01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Quality Inn Merced Gateway to Yosemite | 2.5 star property | 7.4Good1,000 reviews | View | | | | | | ## Top Applegate Park Zoo Hotel Reviews ![El Capitan Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55300000/55295100/55295009/129b5c62_y.jpg) ### El Capitan Hotel 10/10 Excellent "Great hotel" [](https://expedia.com/Merced-Hotels-El-Capitan-Hotel.h55295009.Hotel-Information) ![Courtyard by Marriott Merced](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1510000/1503100/1503019/5a9be956_y.jpg) ### Courtyard by Marriott Merced 8/10 Good "Parking area should be patrolled by security" [](https://expedia.com/Los-Banos-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Merced.h1503019.Hotel-Information) ![Hilton Garden Inn Merced](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118970000/118969700/118969659/13d80857_y.jpg) ### Hilton Garden Inn Merced 8/10 Good "Lighting is far to bright throughout the lobby and restaurant. 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