Title: Visit Athlone: 2026 Travel Guide for Athlone, Merced | Expedia.com [Hotels in Athlone](https://expedia.com/Athlone-Hotels.d553248635975871985.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Athlone](https://expedia.com/Athlone-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635975871985.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Car Rentals in Athlone](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Athlone.d553248635975871985.Car-Rental-Guide)[Athlone Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Athlone.d553248635975871985.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Athlone, CA ## Travel Guide ## Visit Athlone Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_553248635975871985) - Athlone Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Athlone ![El Capitan Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55300000/55295100/55295009/d547d5ec_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### El Capitan Hotel 609 W MAIN STREET Merced CA $109 nightly $123 total Apr 1 - Apr 2 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Merced. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,662 reviews) Room service , more street side seating Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F1%2F2026&endDate=4%2F2%2F2026&selected=55295009&PinnedHotelID=55295009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975871985) ![Hampton Inn & Suites Merced](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1720000/1710800/1710774/f9ba47ea_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton Inn & Suites Merced 225 S Parsons Ave Merced CA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $93 nightly $105 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Merced. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews) Original room supposed to be in King size bed. The reason why I booked a hotel is to get in jacuzzi cuz I work a very physical strenuous job. Due to uncircumstances someone flooding the king size room. They gave me a room with queen size beds but with shower so I couldn't soak and be able to take ... Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F15%2F2026&endDate=3%2F16%2F2026&selected=1710774&PinnedHotelID=1710774&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975871985) ![Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2360000/2350300/2350206/d836a6a7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Merced by IHG 151 S Parsons Ave Merced CA $105 nightly $118 total Apr 3 - Apr 4 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Merced. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews) Perfect Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F3%2F2026&endDate=4%2F4%2F2026&selected=2350206&PinnedHotelID=2350206&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975871985) [See all 100 properties in Athlone](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F4%2F2026&endDate=3%2F5%2F2026®ionId=553248635975871985) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![3BR Stylish Retreat en route to Yosemite, Centrally Located in Merced!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99590000/99583800/99583737/2daf21d3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 3BR Stylish Retreat en route to Yosemite, Centrally Located in Merced! Merced CA Stay at this vacation home in Merced. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Roland D. Brooks Jr. Neighborhood ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (15 reviews) Very nice home in quiet neighborhood! Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Merced-Hotels-3BR-Stylish-Retreat-En-Route-To-Yosemite.h99583737.Hotel-Information) ![Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99990000/99984100/99984037/460e761c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. Merced CA Stay at this vacation home in Merced. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Poker Flats Casino and Regal Hollywood - Merced are ... 10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews) Super excellent, I recommend it, very good service Reviewed on Sep 8, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Merced-Hotels-Gateway-To-Yosemite.h99984037.Hotel-Information) ![Blissful Escape in the Gateway to Yosemite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120470000/120463500/120463411/e71b3d6a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Blissful Escape in the Gateway to Yosemite Merced CA Stay at this vacation home in Merced. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Poker Flats Casino and Merced County Courthouse ... 10/10 Exceptional! (1 review) Great place Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Merced-Hotels-Blissful-Escape-In-The-Gateway-To-Yosemite.h120463411.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Athlone](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635975871985&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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