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Yosemite View Lodge
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Yosemite View Lodge

El Portal, CA 95318, United States
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$128
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rate per night

7.9
Good

based on 8,358 reviews

Yosemite View Lodge
Fri 5/17
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Sat 5/18
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Classic room
Standard room
Queen room

About Yosemite View Lodge

  • Lodge
    Enjoy the many amenities of a lodge in the great outdoors
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Parking for free

The Yosemite View Lodge is a 366-room, three-star lodge conveniently located only two miles from Yosemite National Park’s entrance. It overlooks the Merced River that flows through the southern part of Yosemite Park. The lodge offers guests a modern and luxurious stay and is ideal for those not interested in camping but want quick access to the park.

All guest rooms have free Wi-Fi access, Cable tv, coffee and tea makers, fully stocked kitchenettes, and furnished balconies with river views. Onsite amenities include indoor and outdoor pools, five spa tubs with river views, an ATM, tour and ticket assistance, laundry facilities, free parking on property and a multilingual staff available 24 hours per day.

The Yosemite View Lodge houses three restaurants for guests. The River Restaurant serves breakfast and dinner daily, the Snack Bar provides quick snacks, and Parkside Pizza offers pizza, salads, and sandwiches. There is also a small grocery store on site, a picnic area for the guests, a gift shop and a game room for the kids.

The 24-hour concierge service can assist in planning your days with trips to nearby attractions including the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Historical Railroad, Mirror Lake, Mariposa Towns historical district, Wawona Golf Course, Yosemite Village and Amphitheatre, the Yosemite Zip Line, and multiple waterfalls. A variety of outdoor adventures await nature lovers as well including hiking, biking, birdwatching, fishing, horseback riding and rock climbing.

With its many amenities, on-site restaurants, and central location to nearby activities, the Yosemite View Lodge has something for everyone.

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Latest deals for Yosemite View Lodge

Fri 5/17
Sat 5/18
Standard room
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
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Luxury room
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Classic room
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1 king bed
1 king bed
King room
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Double room
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2 double beds
2 double beds
Queen room
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2 queen beds
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Deluxe room
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
2 queen beds

*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at Yosemite View Lodge

  • Mountain view
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchenette
  • Game room
  • Wi-Fi
  • Balcony
  • Air-conditioned
  • Coffee machine
  • Laundry facilities

Basics

  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Fan
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Kitchenette

General

  • Family rooms
  • Fireplace
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Mountain view
  • Tile/marble floor

Bathroom

  • Shower cap
  • Spa bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Wake-up service
  • Mini-market on site
  • Key card access
  • 24hr front desk

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Vending machine (drinks)

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Hiking
  • Game room

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Outdoor

  • Grill
  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Iron and ironing board

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Reviews of Yosemite View Lodge

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

7.9
GoodBased on 8,358 verified guest reviews
7.7Families
7.9Solo
7.9Friends
7.9Couples

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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Amazing location. Don’t miss staying here. You will be happy.
D
2.0 Poor
Pros:The location.
Cons:Everything. Numerous safety issues with our room (like exposed wires) that were brushed off when brought to staff attention. The care and maintenance of the room overall was suspect, at best (i.e. mold, busted fixtures, etc.). For as expensive as the room was, you'd think wifi would be included (especially considering there's no cell service), but it's an extra expense. The only reason they can keep running this racket is because of the location. I'd stay elsewhere if I could.
P
10.0 Wonderful
Pros:The surrounding views, short drive to Yosemite and kitchenette to prepare meals.
Cons:The Jets didn't work on the spa tub, but that was the least of our worries
S
8.8 Very good
Cons:Older facility that has been kept clean and the staff is very nice. Decent grocery store and gift shop. There is no cell service there and they charge for Wi-Fi.
J
10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Location is great
Cons:Gas price at 1 gas station outside park was highway robbery--no place else. This was NOT connected to motel.
A
4.8 Mediocre
Cons:Dreadful customer service at front desk on check in and thereafter. The staff appear to be a bunch of college students who are trying to get some summer money but don’t really feel they need to make the effort of extending customers the courtesy of being nice and friendly. Also - $10 for WiFi?? It’s 2019 and I can get free WiFi in Starbucks. There are swimming pools and jacuzzis - who needs these? I’d rather not have had access to unnecessary facilities like a jacuzzi and had free WiFi.
D
8.0 Very good
Pros:Beds were super comfortable. Breakfast was delicious and the view from our hotel room was majestic.
Cons:Staff was a little rude. I can tell they had a busy night and we tried to stay out of their way and even then we felt their attitude was not the best.
E
7.4 Good
Pros:If you’re going to Yosemite, this place is on your short list for sure. Nice, spacious rooms, but hard beds.
Cons:Besides the hard beds, the staff did not make it clear that the $10 WiFi fee was for two devices only.
M
5.7 Fair
Pros:proximity to the park. kitchenette. river view.
Cons:dirty carpet. peeling wallpaper. odor in room. poor shower.
A
10.0 Wonderful
Pros:River view from my room
Cons:Paid $10 daily for WiFi

Location

Exact location provided after booking

What's nearby

  • Hetch Hetchy 60.7 mi
  • McCauley and Meyer Barns1.7 mi
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance2.1 mi
  • Tunnel View5.6 mi
  • Badger Pass Ski Area5.8 mi
  • Merced Grove Ranger Station6.3 mi
  • Crane Flat Fire Lookout6.3 mi
  • Tuolumne Grove6.7 mi
  • Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance10.3 mi
  • Pioneer Yosemite History Center11.3 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Yosemite View Lodge

Low season

January

High season

September

Average price (weeknight)

$338

Average price (weekend night)

$367
Cheapest month to stay with an average 49% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 23% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Yosemite View Lodge

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Top tips for your stay at Yosemite View Lodge

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Yosemite View Lodge, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and December.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Yosemite View Lodge, plan to stay on a Saturday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Yosemite View Lodge was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $304, while the most expensive was $410.
  • How long should you stay at Yosemite View Lodge? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Yosemite View Lodge

  • Does Yosemite View Lodge provide transportation to and from Yosemite National Park? Is there a shuttle in the park?

    To make travel easy and convenient around the Yosemite area, YATS public bus system services many of the local hotels and resorts. It picks up frequently just outside of the Yosemite View Lodge. The bus runs on a regular schedule daily and costs just $5 one way to Yosemite National Park. You can also catch the bus to other tourist destinations such as Tuolumne Meadows, Fresno, and Mammoth Lakes. If you choose to drive to the park, you can still catch a shuttle to take you around the park. Free to guests of the park, it stops at the falls, hiking trails, gift shop, and restaurant.

  • Can I host a meeting at Yosemite View Lodge?

    The hotel has several rooms in which you can host your meeting. This includes a couple of conference rooms and a banquet center. A patio and the outdoor river walk are also available for outdoor events such as weddings or family reunions. The hotel’s event planner can set up your space with a PA system, podium, tables, and chairs. Catering services are also available if needed.

  • Are there any special hotel packages for guests at Yosemite View Lodge?

    Honeymooners or guests celebrating an anniversary can book the romantic package with their stay at Yosemite View Lodge. This package includes rental of a hotel room with a spa tub, fireplace and river views. Complimentary breakfast is also included with your stay.

  • Are there any outdoor spaces where you can eat or relax at Yosemite View Lodge?

    Located in a preserved wilderness area on Merced River, during your visit you’ll enjoy spectacular views of nature. Have a family meal outside on one of its picnic tables to get an up-close look at nature. There are also a couple of tables by the pool. If you want to enjoy views of the river even more, consider booking a room with a private balcony and river view.

  • What activities can I enjoy on Merced River close to Yosemite View Lodge?

    To cool off, you can actually take a swim in Merced River. Boating, hiking, and white-water rafting are also popular activities for tourists. If you enjoy fishing, you’ll find salmon, bass, carp and other species of fish in this area. You might also want to take a nature walk around the river to get a look at birds such as doves, blackbirds, and finches.

  • Is there any place I can go wine tasting around Yosemite View Lodge?

    California makes a variety of delicious wines. Therefore, you’ll find several wineries within an hour of Yosemite View Lodge. Butterfly Creek Winery is about a 45-minute drive. Stop here to take a tour of the winery and learn all about winemaking. There is also a wine tasting room where you can relax while sampling an array of wines. Other wineries close by include Papillon Cellars and Casto Oaks Fine Wine & Art about 40m away. Throughout the year, Yosemite National Park also hosts several wine tasting events.(Prices checked 14/05/19).

  • Where is Yosemite View Lodge located?

    Yosemite View Lodge is located at , 0.9 miles from the center of El Portal. Hetch Hetchy 6 is the closest landmark to Yosemite View Lodge.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Yosemite View Lodge?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Yosemite View Lodge.

  • Does Yosemite View Lodge offer free parking?

    Yes, Yosemite View Lodge offers free parking.

  • How far is Yosemite View Lodge from the airport?

    Yosemite View Lodge is 49.1 miles from Merced Municipal. Yosemite View Lodge is 50.9 miles from Mammoth Lakes.

  • Does Yosemite View Lodge have a pool?

    Yes, Yosemite View Lodge has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Yosemite View Lodge hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Yosemite View Lodge in El Portal and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Yosemite View Lodge and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Yosemite View Lodge.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.1

Distance to city center

0.9 mi