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Gateway Inn

Property class: 2
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Merrick hotel

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The exterior of Gateway Inn with a prominent entrance, a reception desk, and a sign indicating a parking area.
A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.
A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a black cushioned bench, and a potted plant on the wall.
A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a dishwasher, and a metal shelf with kitchenware.
A hotel room with a large window, a blue sofa, two wicker chairs, a small table, a TV, and a dresser.

Reviews

5.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1780 Sunrise Highway, Merrick, NY, 11566
  • Place, Merrick Road Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Norman Levy Park and Preserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Merrick Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Garden Queen, Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Garden Queen, Smoking

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Garden Queen

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and shower.

Garden Double

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and shower.

Main Building Deluxe Double (Highway View)

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Main Building Deluxe Double (Courtyard View)

A bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and shower.

Main Building Deluxe Double (Courtyard View)

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Main Building Deluxe King w/ Sofabed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Main Building Deluxe King w/ Sofabed

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a telephone, and a lamp on each side of the bed.

Main Building Deluxe King

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

Main Building King, Handicap Accessible

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, and a view of the bathroom through an open door.

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Garden Double, Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

Garden Double, Smoking

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Merrick

In Merrick .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Merrick hotel, you'll find Merrick Road Park and Sea Breeze Waterfront Park. Freeport's Nautical Mile and South Nassau Community Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Merrick Road Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Norman Levy Park and Preserve - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Merrick Golf Course - 4 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Roosevelt Field Mall - 14 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Flushing Meadows-Corona Park - 49 min drive - 42.1 km

Getting around

  • Merrick Station - 9 min walk
  • Farmingdale, NY (FRG-Republic) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Gateway Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Merrick hotel
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Gateway Inn also features a garden, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Merrick hotel.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Gateway Inn offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary toiletries. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 9.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 5.0 per night.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 300 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 9.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Gateway Inn Merrick
Gateway Merrick
Gateway Inn Hotel
Gateway Inn Merrick
Gateway Inn Hotel Merrick

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gateway Inn to the airport?

Gateway Inn is 11.5 mi (21-min drive) away from the Farmingdale, NY (FRG-Republic) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gateway Inn?

As of Oct 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gateway Inn on Oct 5, 2026 start from CA $201, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Gateway Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gateway Inn.

How close is Gateway Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 10.9 mi (20-min drive) from Long Beach and 7 mi (12-min drive) from Jones Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gateway Inn offer free breakfast?

Gateway Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gateway Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Gateway Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Gateway Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Gateway Inn have a pool?

Gateway Inn does not have a pool.

Does Gateway Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Gateway Inn to downtown Merrick?

Gateway Inn is 0.5 mi away from Merrick.

Gateway Inn Reviews

Reviews

5.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 164 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 164 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 370 out of 1003 reviews

5.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

4.2/10

Amenities

4.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Plentiful parking clean and safe
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was pretty clean. Justbild and needs updated.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The place was not anything like the pictures . The floor in the room was dirty ! Poor internet service .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok place, price was high for what it was
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very small parking lot
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of weird people—it's not a place to go with family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old and rundown. Horrible facility
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, but nothing special to write home about. Bed squeaked, AC was noisy. Overall 2 star at best. But the price was right.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here before and will again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was terrible! I will not want anyone to stay here room was dirty windows dirty beds were awful for sleeping…. No iron or iron board ..door lock was scary…AC was so loud parking was no secure - staff was terrible when checked out I was told “ your good just leave” no customer service what so ever ….. just plain terrible!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Staff & service
I wasn’t even able to cancel my booking. Makes no sense
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The outside property was maintained well. However the bed sheets had stains on them. The room smelled like cigarette smoke. Expected a larger size television. The shower and sink both barely drained, it took about a half hour to drain. And lastly the air conditioning was not the best.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Very good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They do not offer the additional trundle bed as advertised. The water temp in the shower can not be adjusted to a constant temperature. It was very ran down. Even the blankets had holes in them. The only positive was it had free parking.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disgusting rooms, sticky floor, mold on walls, beds stained and the AC didn’t work. I’m sure I’m forgetting some things.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nasty rooms. Horrible maintenance. Found the ac leaking and they had buckets under it preventing from the water to fell in the floor. Bed base musty, dusty and extremely dirty BLACKKK!!!! NOT TAKEN CARE AT ALL. Bathroom smelled TERRRIBLE! And the toilet had stains of pee all over.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Was pretty nice. It was unfortunate they didn’t have complimentary breakfast or anything, but the rooms were nice. The beds could have been bigger, but all in all very nice. Loved how quiet it was and no smells of smoke or weed anywhere. 7/10! ☺️
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This place use to be abeautiful place to stay the grounds and the whole condition of the place is rundown it needs to br up dated as well as the furniture, curtains, brds, and sofa beds and the tv channels also
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrible nasty dirty Mold Box springs have stains No grass or public area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for the 70.3 Ironman at Jones Beach. The room was clean and the staff were very friendly. I would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stale Smelly room. TV didn't work. Bathroom sink clogged. Late/Overnight staff was rude and laxy. I tolerated him because I was only going to be there for one night. The person who checked me in was ok, but she was going to charge my credit card used for incidentals for a pre-paid room. Never going back. The only thing good was the distance needed to travel for my event.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nasty and electrical hazards
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026