In the heart of the city, Gateway Inn offers a warm welcome with a coffee shop and garden. Guests can stay connected with in-room WiFi, take advantage of concierge services, and enjoy luggage storage.
Reviews
6.26.2 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Parking available
Connecting rooms available
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Main amenities (10)
Daily housekeeping
Coffee shop/cafe
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Garden
Front-desk safe
Concierge services
Free newspapers in the lobby
Luggage storage
Feel at home (6)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Elevator
$111 nightly
The total price is $124
$124 total
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Garden Queen
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
204 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed
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Garden Double, Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
204 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Garden Queen, Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
204 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Garden Double
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
204 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Main Building Deluxe Double (Highway View)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
204 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Main Building Deluxe King
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
204 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Main Building Deluxe Double (Courtyard View)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
204 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Main Building King, Handicap Accessible
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
204 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Suite, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
204 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum - 8 min drive - 9.4 km
Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater - 11 min drive - 15.8 km
Getting around
Farmingdale, NY (FRG-Republic) - 21 min drive
John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 27 min drive
MacArthur Airport (ISP) - 38 min drive
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 44 min drive
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 96 min drive
Stewart Intl. Airport (SWF) - 129 min drive
Bellmore Station - 3 min drive
Merrick Station - 9 min walk
Freeport Station - 26 min walk
Restaurants
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 18 min walk
McDonald's - 14 min walk
Starbucks - 18 min walk
Tropical Smoothie Cafe - 18 min walk
Wendy's - 14 min walk
About this property
Gateway Inn
When you stay at Gateway Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Jones Beach State Park and Hofstra University. Also, Roosevelt Field Mall and Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater are within a short drive.
Languages
English
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
60 rooms
DONE
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite parking limited
DONE
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Golfing nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Breakage deposit: USD 300 per stay
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 5.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for USD 9.0 per night
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Gateway Inn Merrick
Gateway Merrick
Gateway Inn Hotel
Gateway Inn Merrick
Gateway Inn Hotel Merrick
Frequently asked questions
Does Gateway Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Gateway Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Gateway Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Gateway Inn?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gateway Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Gateway Inn?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Opus Casino Cruise Lines (7-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Gateway Inn and nearby?
Gateway Inn has a garden.
What's the area around Gateway Inn like?
Gateway Inn is a short 9-minute walk from Merrick Station and 13 minutes' walk from Merrick Road Park.
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Gateway Inn Reviews
Reviews
6.2
Good
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6.6/10
Cleanliness
7.2/10
Staff & service
4.8/10
Amenities
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
4.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
4/10 Fair
May 13, 2025
Run down
Way past it's prime
William
William, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
May 28, 2025
I was disappointed in the condition of the room - it wasn't expected. For the cost very unexpected. This place needs upgrading and repairs, paint job, sheets weren't clean. It was beyond disgusting. It's hard to believe it's advertisement shows the rooms in tip top shape.
Alicia
Alicia, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
May 27, 2025
Run down
Run down, paint chipped, insect infested, roaches running across my room, rusting away. Terrible !! How can you offer this property!! Totally ripped off!! Never never again!!
Verified traveler
3-night trip
2/10 Poor
May 20, 2025
Beware!!!!
My room was terrible bathroom door was kiced in and would not close .. dirty walls and bad room smell
Edil
Edil, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
May 9, 2025
Need to update hotel
Definitely not updated. had wholes in blanket wheni was checking the bed for bug there was a big rip in the matter also bed was hard and in the bathroom there was water coming from underneath the sink i think
Verified traveler
1-night trip
4/10 Fair
May 11, 2025
Poor condition of room
The room was old looking. The doors had chipped paint, the bathroom door could barely close. The TV had tape all around it and bad picture and sound. The ceiling in the bathroom was rusty.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 17, 2025
The mattress cover was stained. The ceiling had water damage and a crack. The sink in the bathroom wouldn’t drain. When we turned the shower on black stuff came out of the faucet. The wash cloth has black stains.
April
April, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2024
Excellent place to stay if you are in Merrick
Pablo
Pablo, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 2, 2025
The old paint is chipping in the bathroom on one entire wall, and the tub is also chipped and dirty-looking. The key card did not work when I got back to the hotel late at night—I had to bang on the window to get someone to come out. The worker, Hush, was rude and obnoxious, blaming me for the card not working and being unable to open the door. Another manager came to help. Hush yelled at my friend and me and told us to go to another hotel. Very rude.
Una
Una, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 7, 2024
For the location, the price, and the helpful staff- you can't beat it!
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2024
It was clean and safe to stay at . The area was nice .
Eric
Eric, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
May 27, 2025
Check-in and check-out was easy and fast but the room overall was alright. First impression of the room was that it stunk of cigarette smoke. Despite booking a smoking room, there was no effort to rid of the pungent cigarette smell in the room (we didn’t think we could literally smoke in the room, seems like a fire hazard). When I originally booked it, I thought it meant there would be an available balcony but this place is more of an inn than a hotel and the window would not open. The television remote didn’t work and overall the photos on the website are misleading. The room itself isn’t terrible but not what you expect after seeing the photos on the website. Overall, my partner and I went to the nearby convenience store to buy an air freshener to help with the stench of the room (with a bit of creativity the room was a bit more cozy) and if you are looking for a quick place to stay the night in a time crunch, this place will do the job.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Apr 16, 2025
Definitely wouldnt stay there again. The pictures will show why. Place just looked dirty. As soon as you walked in. Didnt feel comforting. Stains on the walls. Chair was dirty. Table was dusty. Chips and damaged walls. Ac unit barely worked, kept cutting off. Bathroom had mold in the shower. Blankets had holes & marks on them.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2024
What i like about it is the staff
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 13, 2025
Great customer service but bad smell
The front desk person was very polite and super nice but the smell was uncomfortable, as soon as we walked into the building it smelled like Marijuana and then our room did as well. I know nothing can be done about guests smoking but it was still unpleasant specially since we were going to a family event and had that odor on us.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 8, 2024
good location to travel from, but limited services on property, lobby lounge closed, but convenience store next door had good coffee and some options for quick take and go breakfast
Verified traveler
2-night trip
6/10 Good
Dec 6, 2024
They need it better cleaning services
Nicolas
Nicolas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2024
Nice clean
Glenda
Glenda, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Sep 27, 2024
Never stay here
Ajay
Ajay, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 28, 2024
Decently priced, convenient location. Their lobby/sitting area had a sign asking us not to sit on their furniture. A place to sleep but didn’t feel terribly welcomed.
Thomas
Thomas, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
Oct 21, 2024
The property used to be a nice local place to stay to be near my parents, but it has completely declined. Unless you're looking for a no-tell motel, stay elsewhere.
Diane
Diane, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jan 5, 2025
Dirty, Staff was insulting and also charged extra fees.
JASPAUL
JASPAUL, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Sep 19, 2024
Please don’t stay there even for free
artem
artem, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 6, 2025
Property was clean, but rooms were a bit run down. AC/Heat was not working properly and was obnoxiously loud when used. There was no water pressure. Staff was asked not to disturb and the knocking on the door started at 10am on a 3 day stay.
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 21, 2024
Property was convienent for our plans we had this past weekend. The young man that works at the front desk was exceptionally friendly and welcoming. Room wasn't as clean as we would have liked. We got parking right in front both nights we stayed over and felt better about this since we had a nice car rental.