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Yosemite View Lodge

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants, near Yosemite National Park

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House | Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Guests liked:

Clean rooms, comfy beds, friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 3 outdoor pools and indoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • Breakfast available
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Spa tub
  • Area shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Arcade/game room
  • Front-desk safe
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Kitchenette
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The price is $155
includes taxes & fees
$137 per night
Dec 3 - Dec 4

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Riverside | Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Riverside

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 416 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite | Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • River view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Microwave
  • 390 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 416 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 690 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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House | Living area | 32-inch TV with cable channels

House

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Eco-friendly toiletries
2 bathrooms
  • 962 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Riverside | Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Riverside

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Private indoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • 416 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Luxury Room, River View | Living room | 32-inch TV with cable channels

Luxury Room, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 635 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Apartment | Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Eco-friendly toiletries
2 bathrooms
Shower/tub combination
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Microwave
  • 390 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 416 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Loft, Multiple Beds | Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Loft, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 506 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
11136 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318

What's nearby

  • El Portal Market - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Yosemite Valley - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Tunnel View - 18 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Badger Pass Ski Area - 40 min drive - 37.5 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 45 min drive
  • Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) - 134 min drive
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪The River Restaurant & Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Parkside Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Canyon Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cedar House Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Little Bear Pizza - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Yosemite View Lodge

Yosemite View Lodge puts you within a 10-minute drive of Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Valley. Guests can take a dip in one of 3 outdoor pools or grab a bite to eat at The River Restaurant, which is one of 2 restaurants and serves breakfast and dinner. There's an indoor pool and a lazy river, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. The pool and comfortable beds get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 336 rooms
  • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • Guests driving to the property should be aware of seasonal road closures. Hwy 120 (Tioga Pass) closes October through late June, restricting east-to-west travel across the park. Yosemite's eastern gate and Tuolumne Meadows are not accessible when Tioga Pass is closed. Guests are advised to check local weather and road conditions/closures with the California Department of Transportation before travel.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • Up to 3 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 110 lbs per pet)*
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • WiFi in public areas*
  • WiFi in rooms*

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Offsite

  • Area shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast each morning (surcharge)
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Lazy river
  • Grocery/convenience store

What to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Sledding nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 6 buildings/towers
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • An indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Lazy river
  • Spa tub

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • WiFi (surcharge)
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED light bulbs

Special features

Dining

The River Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Parkside Pizza - This diner serves lunch only.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Administrative fee: USD 5.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for USD 9.99 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • WiFi is available in public areas for USD 9.99 per night (rates may vary)
  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 9.00 to 25.00 per person
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday:
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Indoor pool
  • Spa tub
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Indoor pool
  • Spa tub

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Lodge View
View Lodge
View Lodge Yosemite
Yosemite Lodge View
Yosemite View
Yosemite View El Portal
Yosemite View Lodge
Yosemite View Lodge El Portal
Yosemite View Hotel El Portal
Yosemite View Motel
Yosemite View Lodge Hotel
Yosemite View Lodge El Portal
Yosemite View Lodge Hotel El Portal

Frequently asked questions

Does Yosemite View Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Yosemite View Lodge 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.
Is there a pool at Yosemite View Lodge?
Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools and an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Yosemite View Lodge?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 110 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Yosemite View Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Yosemite View Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Yosemite View Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like cross-country skiing, sledding, and snow tubing, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the spa tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Yosemite View Lodge also has 3 outdoor pools and an arcade, as well as a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Yosemite View Lodge?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.
Does Yosemite View Lodge have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and cookware.
What's the area around Yosemite View Lodge like?
Yosemite View Lodge is located by the river, a short 9-minute walk from Yosemite National Park and 5 minutes' walk from Merced River. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Good hotel right next to park entrance
Conveniently located so the value is good. The room is fine. This isn’t your holiday inn express. Almost all room items are outdated but still functional. The bed sheets could use some upgrades. The internet is spotty and difficult to use. For the location, I still consider this to be worth the money.
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Mixed Bag
We enjoyed the layout of the room and felt the basics were all there; kitchen utensils, and bathroom (shampoo, soap, towels etc) were good. Also we had a lot of fun in the game room; that is a nice option. However with so many good things, there are some definite weaknesses. The shower in one of two bathrooms was so bad (spraying a little water everywhere) we could not shower there. The WiFi was extremely weak. The TV only connected to a really old basic DirectTV. Good if you watch shows from the 90’s and 2000’s.
David, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Laura, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

LIZA, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Miran, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Junghoon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Niki, 1-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

Good location, poor customer service
We stayed for 3 nights and our experience was mixed. The room was quite nice and we enjoyed the kitchenette, as dining options are limited in the area. The hot tub and river view were also enjoyable. The customer service at this hotel is not good, however. There was a planned power outage that ended up lasting until 6:30pm (far past their estimate of 5pm), which meant sitting in the dark for 90 minutes. The front desk staff were quite rude to us when we kindly asked for updates. The hot water did not come back on in our room that night and the front desk said they would send out maintenance but they did not end up coming and the problem wasn’t resolved until the next day. The hotel supervisor, Christian, said that he would give us a 20% discount for the poor service, but we have yet to receive that one week later. Bottom line: this is a good place to stay if you want to be close to the park, but do not expect reasonable customer service if you run into any problems with your stay.
3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Tony, 2-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good

Near Yosemite
It was a great location for seeing Yosemite but it had the only restaurant around and it was a bit expensive for the quality. There was a small kitchenette so I would recommend bringing food for at least breakfast.
James, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A nice quiet stay. Nice clean room with a nice view of the river. I would stay here again.
Phillip, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor

No electricity
No power throughout the stay
1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

great stay
The rooms are spacious, clean, and comfortable, and the property is laid out well. And it's hard to beat the location! The staff is great and very helpful.
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the place
Orlando, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

skye, 3-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good

Yosemite
Clean room, hot shower, comfortable bed, good restaurant onsite - everything I wanted after a long drive. Would stay there again.
Phillip, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Not worth the money
Room left a lot to be desired, great sounds from the river, but door was missing extra lock, heater smelled awful when on. Was a gap at the bottom of the door and woke up to some ants roaming around the room.
Kenneth R, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We were upgraded to the majestic suite for free! Amazing views of the Merced River. The bed was super comfortable. The shower was so fancy!! And we had our own jacuzzi in our room. The staff were all very friendly and accommodating. I don’t recommend the breakfast buffet, but the other food options were delicious.
View from our balcony.
Barbara, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Great for family stays
Great location and good for family stays. The property has Pizzeria that was very convenient!
1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

4-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

I love it great place
ruben, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Grisset, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Supatra, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place for a low price
Beautiful place for a low price and really close to yosemite . We love it. Great restaurant also and cheap.
Enrique, 1-night family trip
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