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Cedar Lodge

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A river with a sandy bank and trees in the background. - Cedar Lodge (El Portal)
A beachside ceremony setup with rows of chairs and a floral arch. - Cedar Lodge (El Portal)
A two-story building with a balcony, a stone fountain, and a well-maintained garden. - Cedar Lodge (El Portal)
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a green bedspread, two chairs, a table, and two bedside lamps. - Cedar Lodge (El Portal)
A large bear sculpture with a child, set against a building with a stone wall and a grassy area with rocks. - Cedar Lodge (El Portal)
Located close to El Portal Market, Cedar Lodge provides a grocery/convenience store, a bar, and conference space. Active travelers can enjoy fishing at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 3 hot tubs. The on-site restaurant, Cedar House Restaurant, offers breakfast and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

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Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (with sofa sleeper)

A hotel room with two beds, each with a green bedspread and pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and two wall-mounted paintings of mountains.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (with sofa sleeper)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(99 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed ( Spa Tub )

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a mirror.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed ( Spa Tub )

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, each with a green bedspread and pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and two wall-mounted paintings of mountains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(115 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Tub and kitchenette)

A hotel room with a double bed, a desk with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Tub and kitchenette)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with two beds, each with a green bedspread and pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and two wall-mounted paintings of mountains.

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (with kitchenette)

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (with kitchenette)

  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Murphy Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a rug.

Deluxe Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

DOUBLE TWO BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE DELUXE TWO BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Located in El Portal, Cedar Lodge is in a rural area and on a river. El Portal Market is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sierra National Forest and Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance. Yosemite Valley is another place to visit that comes recommended. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowshoeing. Visit our El Portal travel guide
Map
9966 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318

What's nearby

  • A snow-covered bridge over a calm river, surrounded by tall evergreen trees and a rocky mountain backdrop.
    Merced River
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A tunnel with orange lighting, a stone wall, and a road leading into it.
    Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
    15 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff with a clear blue sky above.
    Yosemite Valley
    19 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • A rugged mountain landscape with prominent rock formations and a valley.
    Yosemite Visitor Center
    41 min drive - 23.8 miles
  • A mountain lodge with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
    The Ahwahnee
    44 min drive - 24.8 miles

Getting around

  • Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT)
    127 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cedar Lodge Restaurant
  • The River Restaurant and Lounge
    8 min drive
  • Parkside Pizza
    8 min drive
  • The Pink Palace
    8 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Canyon Bar & Grill
  • Cedar House Restaurant

Things to do

  • 3 hot tubs
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing
  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 904 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1978
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Fireplace
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

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 at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Administrative fee: USD 5.69 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM

Frequently asked questions

Does Cedar Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM–10 PM.

Is Cedar Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cedar Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Cedar Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Cedar Lodge located?

Situated in El Portal, this beach hotel is steps from Sierra National Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of El Portal Market and Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance. Yosemite Valley is 10.2 mi (16.5 km) away.

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Reviews

Cedar Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1082 out of 2215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 659 out of 2215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 324 out of 2215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 94 out of 2215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 2215 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Dobrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Yosemite, good room amenities and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good food and amenities
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ROSA G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoy staying here, the practical proximity to Yosemite Valley and also the amenities, jacuzzi, pool, game room and the river beach, are great for kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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4/10 Poor

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for her visit to Yosemite. Hotel was beautiful.. All the amenities were great and the staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kate Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Game room, spa, pool, bar and restaurant within the vicinity. Clean and well-maintained rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one nite. Loved the outside balcony
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone at this place was really nice with smile making you feel welcomed. The bartenders were really friendly definitely coming back. We Love it !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Prakash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property within few 12 minutes from the west gate. There is a convenient gas station on the way. Clean spacious rooms for families. Have stayed here in the past and will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and spacious for a family of five. It was better than expected. Pools & hot tub were great. On site restaurant was good without being great. Location next to river and a few miles from the park was perfect for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alessia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, the room was ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

soheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and beautiful scenery
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

mir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice family friendly lodge very close to Yosemite np. Very clean rooms and good amenities. Enjoyed the pool and hot tub.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

mitul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great and facility was good. Enjoyed the pool in the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kamilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really liked the outdoor pools and the whole resort was cool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Jay

It’s a convenient place to stay if you’re visiting Yosemite. However, I didn’t feel it was a great value for the money. In hindsight, I would have preferred to stay a little farther away for a better price or spend the money and stayed at the Yosemite lodging
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Sintia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable rooms. Breakfast is expensive and only buffet style, sit in restaurant, nothing quick to go. The river access is across the street, but it is a cute little spot to hang out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent lodge. Very close to Yosemite National Park entrance (15 minutes). Many amenities: two swimming pools, restaurant on site, the Merced River right across, a gift shop, and overall very family oriented,
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pools and hot tubs were great. Easy drive to Yosemite.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ziheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

GEORGE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the on site restaurant is convenient and its close to Yosemite
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Sintia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and the staff was helpful. The amenities are plenty. The river access was across the street, which I did not realize, but it was a cute little beach along the river. I wish the breakfast wasn't only buffet style though. There is no take out and the price for the breakfast buffet was pretty expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Manu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little dated but clean. Good Amenities, close to the national park entrance
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location very close to the National Park. The staff was very friendly and helpful with anything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cedar Lodge is very close to the entrance of Yosemite. The pool was awesome and the restaurant was good. It was the perfect spot for a trip to our favorite National Park!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely time. The pool and hot tub were great after a day in the park. The beach and river were also a lovely way to pass some downtime. So close to the entrance to the park it meant we could go in and out so as to miss the busy hours in the park. The rooms were spacious and clean. The staff nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026