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Yosemite Valley Lodge
3 stars

Yosemite Valley Lodge

9006 Yosemite Lodge Drive - Yosemite, Yosemite Valley, CA 95389, United States
Yosemite Valley, CA
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$201
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rate per night

7.4
Good
based on 676 reviews
676 reviews
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Classic room
Double room
King room

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Overview

Yosemite Valley Lodge offers a scenic stay within Yosemite National Park, where guests can hike, sightsee, and explore everything that the park has to offer.

The lodge offers a plethora of outdoor activities to choose from, which includes camping, biking, fishing, golfing, and ice skating. Adventure-enthusiasts can also enjoy rock climbing, snowboarding, skiing, and rafting within the park grounds. Weddings are held at the lodge, with a variety of event and catering packages to choose from.

Yosemite Valley Lodge is open year-round with over 240 remodeled rooms. Room sizes range from single- to family-sized and include a television set, fridge, coffee maker, and mountain Wi-Fi. Premium rooms also come with widened doors, low-density carpets, and DVD players.

Dining options at Yosemite Valley Lodge include rustic-style breakfast, lunch, and dinner courses. Guests typically choose to dine at The Mountain Room and Base Camp Eatery. The Mountain Room Lounge is also available for roasting marshmallows, enjoying cocktails and appetizers, and star-gazing.

Over 13 campgrounds and RV parks are located near Yosemite Valley Lodge. Each campground comes with tent campsites, wilderness camping, and RV sites. Schools and guide services are also popular in Yosemite National Park. Popular course options include photography classes, ranger and nature programs, and mountaineering school.

When in Yosemite National Park, tourists can enjoy taking in the breathtaking sights of mountains, wild animals, and the starry night sky. Yosemite Valley Lodge makes all of this possible with premium amenities and attendees to help guests feel right at home.

7.4
Good rating
Based on 676 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Yosemite Valley Lodge

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Refrigerator
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Hiking
  • Bicycle rental
  • Fishing
  • Cycling
  • Skiing

General

  • Seating area
  • Landmark view
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Mountain view
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Parking and transportation

  • Shuttle service (free)
  • EV charging station
  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • No smoking

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Kids meals

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Safe

Reviews of Yosemite Valley Lodge

7.4
Good
676 verified ratings
Wonderful
216
Very good
150
Good
113
Okay
58
Fair
49
Mediocre
32
Poor
58

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests loved the incredible location of the lodge, being close to Yosemite Falls and other attractions. However, many reviews highlighted significant cleanliness issues, with reports of dirty rooms, spider webs, and mold. Additionally, guests felt that the lodge was overpriced for the quality of accommodations and services provided, leading to dissatisfaction with the overall value for money.
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Location10 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
Cleanliness2 out of 10
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Wonderful
Cindy, Mar 2021
Pros (+) Room was well lit, comfortable, great view( one wall nearly all glass), nicely furnished . Very happy with room. Comfortable temperature
Cons (-) Bottom of shower curtain musty. Otherwise very clean
9.7
Wonderful
Jill, Oct 2016
Pros (+) Incredible location so close to Yosemite Falls and we could see half dome from our back deck! The room was rustic, which was perfect for the location, and very clean.
Cons (-) A little pricey, but so worth the location!

Location

9006 Yosemite Lodge Drive - Yosemite, Yosemite Valley, CA 95389

What's nearby

  • Camp 4 (Yosemite)0.3 mi
  • Yosemite Valley Chapel0.4 mi
  • Yosemite Valley Bridges0.5 mi
  • Rangers' Club0.7 mi
  • Yosemite Falls0.9 mi
  • LeConte Memorial Lodge1.1 mi
  • Royal Arch Cascade1.5 mi
  • Sentinel Dome1.6 mi
  • Glacier Point1.6 mi
  • North Dome2.3 mi
  • John Muir Trail2.3 mi
  • Mist Trail3.2 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 5:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Yosemite Valley Lodge

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$532
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 18% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Yosemite Valley Lodge

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Yosemite Valley Lodge, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and February.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Yosemite Valley Lodge, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Yosemite Valley Lodge was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $497, while the most expensive was $641.
  • How long should you stay at Yosemite Valley Lodge? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at Yosemite Valley Lodge

  • What is the best room to book at the Yosemite Valley Lodge?

    The Yosemite Valley lodge rooms are spread out through 15 different buildings which are located across the property. If you want to stay central, look for a room in the Manzanita or Cedar buildings as they are close to the swimming pool and services, whereas a room in the Maple or Alder building will be close to lobby area, the cafeteria and the bus stop, which is ideal for those who will be catching public transport to visit the park. If you are traveling with a lot of luggage, consider requesting a room on the ground floor as most of the buildings do not have an elevator.

  • Does the Yosemite Valley Lodge organize any tours of the park?

    The Yosemite Valley Lodge organizes a range of guided tours to different locations in Yosemite National Park, all operated by experts who will share their in-depth knowledge of the park. Tours range between 2h in length such as the Yosemite Valley Floor Tour and 8h such as the Yosemite Grand Tour, with some being walking tours and others done by bus. You can book your tickets at the Yosemite Valley Lodge Tour and Activity Desk which is open until 7:00 pm every day.

  • Can I rent bikes for my children from the Yosemite Valley Lodge?

    Those looking for an outdoor activity that departs from the Yosemite Valley Lodge can take advantage of the bike rental service located next to the swimming pool, which operates between the months of April and November. The service is available from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm, with the last bike rental of the day at 5:45 pm. Helmets, trailers and children bikes are available, as well as hand-crank bicycles for guests with disabilities.

  • Is there public transport from the Yosemite Valley Lodge to travel around Yosemite National Park?

    The Yosemite Valley Lodge is well connected to the Yosemite Valley area with a shuttle bus that leaves from bus stop number 8 in the central area of the property. The shuttle bus is free to use and operates between 7:00 am and 10:00 pm daily, with buses running every 10m to 20m. Aside from stopping at the main sightseeing locations, you can also use the shuttle bus to go to Yosemite Village (bus stop number 2) where you will find a range of services such as a grocery store and a medical clinic.

  • How do I get to the Yosemite Valley Lodge from Fresno/Yosemite International Airport?

    The easiest way to get to the Yosemite Valley Lodge from the airport is to rent a car and drive. The drive will take around 2h 30m, and please note that all cars pay an entrance fee to the park of $25 or $30 depending on the season. Alternatively, you can also get to the park by using the YARTS bus service, which operates from the Fresno airport between mid-May and mid-September. The bus will get you to Yosemite Village and from there you can catch the shuttle bus to Yosemite Valley Lodge. A one-way ticket from the airport costs $15 and includes free entrance to the park.(Prices checked 29/04/19).

  • Where is Yosemite Valley Lodge located?

    Yosemite Valley Lodge is located at 9006 Yosemite Lodge Drive - Yosemite, 0.1 miles from the center of Yosemite Valley. Camp 4 (Yosemite) is the closest landmark to Yosemite Valley Lodge.

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

    Check-in time is 5:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Yosemite Valley Lodge.

  • Does Yosemite Valley Lodge offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Yosemite Valley Lodge offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Yosemite Valley Lodge offer free parking?

    Yes, Yosemite Valley Lodge offers free parking.

  • How far is Yosemite Valley Lodge from the airport?

    Yosemite Valley Lodge is 42.3 miles from Mammoth Lakes. Yosemite Valley Lodge is 59.4 miles from Merced Municipal.

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

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Yosemite Valley Lodge in Yosemite Valley 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 Valley 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 Valley Lodge.

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Distance to city center

6.7
0.1 mi