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Yosemite View Lodge

Star Rating
2.5 out of 5

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Featured image
Indoor pool, 3 outdoor pools
View from Room
Iron/ironing board, WiFi, linens
32-inch TV with cable channels

Guest reviews

3.9/5 Good
2,230 reviews
Guests rated this property 3.9/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

Pool
Parking included
Pet Friendly
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Kitchen

Cleaning and safety practices

Cleaned with disinfectant
24-hour vacancy between guest room stays
Hand sanitizer provided

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11136 Highway 140, El Portal, CA

Explore the area

Popular LocationYosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance5 min drive
Popular LocationTunnel View18 min drive
Popular LocationBadger Pass Ski Area40 min drive
AirportMariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)45 min drive

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  • Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

    Photos of Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

    4.4/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 42 sq m
    • Sleeps 4
    More detailsDeluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

    Photos of Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

    4.6/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 37 sq m
    • Sleeps 2
    More detailsDeluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

    Photos of Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

    4/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 37 sq m
    • Sleeps 4
    More detailsStandard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Basic Loft, Multiple Beds

    Photos of Basic Loft, Multiple Beds

    4.4/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 24 sq m
    • Mountain view
    • Sleeps 4
    More detailsBasic Loft, Multiple Beds

  • Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed

    Photos of Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed

    4.5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 37 sq m
    • Lake view
    • Sleeps 2
    More detailsClassic Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

    Room amenities

    • 70 sq m
    • Sleeps 6
    More detailsStandard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Luxury Room, River View

    Photos of Luxury Room, River View

    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 37 sq m
    • River view
    • Sleeps 2
    More detailsLuxury Room, River View

About this area

El Portal

Located in El Portal, Yosemite View Lodge is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance and Yosemite Valley. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, and don't miss out on the snowshoeing and sledging.

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Popular Location

What's nearby

  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 5 min drive
  • Bridalveil Fall - 15 min drive
  • Tunnel View - 18 min drive
  • El Capitan Meadow - 20 min drive
  • Badger Pass Ski Area - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Fresno, CA (FAT-Fresno Yosemite Intl.) - 134 min drive

Restaurants

  • The River Restaurant — 1 min walk
  • Parkside Pizza — 1 min walk
  • Park Side Pizza - 3 min walk
  • The River Restaurant & Lounge - 4 min walk
  • Canyon Bar & Grill - 8 min drive

About this property

Yosemite View Lodge

Riverside hotel with 2 restaurants and 3 outdoor pools
2 restaurants, 3 outdoor pools and an indoor pool are available at this smoke-free hotel. Self parking is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a lazy river are on-site. All 336 rooms feature kitchenettes with fridges and microwaves, plus wireless Internet access (surcharge) and TVs with cable channels. Guests will also find coffee/tea makers, free local calls and hairdryers.
Yosemite View Lodge offers 336 forms of accommodation which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Kitchenettes offer fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Hand sanitiser provided
Individually wrapped food options available for breakfast and dinner
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 9.99 per 24-hour period)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 9.99 per night)

Parking and public transport

  • Free self parking
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking
  • Local area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily: USD 9.00-25.00 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Indoor pool
  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Corner/local shop
  • Indoor pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Microwave
  • Fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Corner/local shop

Guest services

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

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them in the special requests field on the booking page after selecting your room.
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • In-room accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Linens

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV
  • TV channels
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Fridge
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in between 3 PM and midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day
Dogs only
2 per room (up to 110 lb/50 kg)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Kids stay free! Up to 3 children stay free when using existing bedding
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Administrative fee: USD 3.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book.

Optional extras

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at the time of service, check-in or check-out.

  • Breakfast fee: between USD 9.00 and USD 25.00 per person (approximately)
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 9.99 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 9.99 per night (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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 advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place
Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; guests are provided with hand sanitiser
Contactless check-out is available
Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast and dinner
Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings, and can be accessed from outside the building via exterior corridors
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my reservation for free at Yosemite View Lodge and receive a full refund?
Yes, Yosemite View Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to Yosemite View Lodge cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
Does this property have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool and 3 outdoor pools.
Is Yosemite View Lodge pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 per room) with a maximum weight of up to 50 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day.
How much is parking at Yosemite View Lodge?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at this property?
Check-in is from 3 PM to midnight.
What time is check-out at this hotel?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is Yosemite View Lodge located?
Situated on the riverfront, this hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Yosemite National Park and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance. Yosemite Valley and Tunnel View are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Guest reviews

Overall score and ratings for Yosemite View Lodge

3.9
Good
2,230 reviews
5 - Excellent
712
4 - Good
945
3 - Okay
377
2 - Mediocre
134
1 - Poor
62
3.9
Cleanliness
3.9
Service and Staff
3.8
Amenities
3.7
Property condition

4/5 Good

Dmitry, SF Bay Area
Travelled with family
4 Aug. 2020
  • Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great location, large clean rooms, staff trying to do their best in difficult circumstances of COVID-19

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

1/5

Verified traveller
Travelled with family
30 Jul. 2020
  • Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful view but woke up to bed bug bites! Im upset that i paid to be bitten while i slept and could have potentially brought these pests home with me.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

5/5 Excellent

J.R>, SoCal
30 Jul. 2020
  • Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Wonderful hotel and staff. The river view is amazing, it's right off your room. And, the local Pizza restaurant there on site is delicious.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

4/5 Good

Elizabeth, Huntington Beach
Travelled with family
27 Jul. 2020
  • Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Customer service was great at the motel and restaurant. Don't leave your door open at night for the room inspector racoons. 😂

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

4/5 Good

Verified traveller
24 Jul. 2020
    This traveller didn’t leave comments with their review
    Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

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