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Yosemite View Lodge

2.5 star property
Cool off in three outdoor pools or the lazy river after hiking to Half Dome, then enjoy a drink at the bar and games in the arcade.

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Nestled near Yosemite National Park, Yosemite View Lodge offers a family-friendly atmosphere with an arcade/game room and 3 outdoor pools. Relax in the spa tub or enjoy breakfast at one of two on-site restaurants. With laundry facilities, multilingual staff, and a bar to unwind.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

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  • Mountain view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
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  • River view
  • 59 sq m
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  • 89 sq m
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  • 2 bedrooms
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  • River view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Mountain view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
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8.6 out of 10
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  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
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Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • River view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in El Portal, Yosemite View Lodge is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance. Traveling with kids? Consider El Portal Market and Yosemite Museum. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, and don't miss out on the sledding and snow tubing. Visit our El Portal travel guide
Map
11136 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318

What's nearby

  • Yosemite National Park
    Yosemite National Park
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Yosemite
    Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
    7 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Yosemite Valley
    Yosemite Valley
    12 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Yosemite valley and Merced river view from Big Oak Flat road Yosemite National Park, Mariposa county, California, USA
    Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance
    60 min drive - 26.2 miles
  • El Portal Market
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The River Restaurant and Lounge
    4 min walk
  • Cedar Lodge Restaurant
    7 min drive
  • The Pink Palace
    14 min walk
  • Mobile - Whoa Nellie Deli
  • Parkside Pizza
    4 min walk

About this property

Yosemite View Lodge

Family-friendly hotel near Yosemite National Park
At Yosemite View Lodge, you can look forward to a grocery/convenience store, a playground, and an arcade/game room. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 7 hot tubs. Be sure to enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an area shuttle, and barbecue grills
  • A gift shop, multilingual staff, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the pool, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 336 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Eco-friendly toiletries, shower/tub combinations, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
  • LED light bulbs, kitchenettes, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: USD 9 to 25 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Parkside Pizza
  • The River Restaurant

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • 7 hot tubs
  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

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
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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 110 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day

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 5.00 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 9.00 to 25.00 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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 accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

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
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Yosemite View Lodge Hotel El Portal

Frequently asked questions

Does Yosemite View Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has 4 outdoor pools.

Is Yosemite View Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 110 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Yosemite View Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Yosemite View Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Yosemite View Lodge located?

This family-friendly El Portal hotel is located on a river, within a 10-minute walk of Sierra National Forest and Yosemite National Park. El Portal Market and Merced River are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Yosemite View Lodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2199 out of 3984 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1058 out of 3984 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 445 out of 3984 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 178 out of 3984 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 104 out of 3984 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was great, parking was great, amenities were good, the restaurant on site was clutch, inside of rooms were a little dated, but worked
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful stay! My family loved it and we will be going back again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view, friendly staff. Kitchenette was the perfect compliment to our Yosemite trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mayra

Amazing experience totally recommend this hotel specially the river view rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family had a wonderful stay at this hotel, the staff is very friendly and helpful. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Man-Chi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff always clean and beautiful views
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the restaurant for dinner one night and used the outdoor Jacuzzi at night. The staff was pleasant and helpful. being near the river was a relaxing sound
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property! The river view from the balcony is relaxing and picturesque.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Michelle

Great location. Check in staff was good. Rooms are dated but functional.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sierra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing room and very kind staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Junming

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I reserved a regular room but was assigned an accessible room, good value, convenient location, and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, very dog friendly! Great room for the evening and the view was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and close to the national park
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Venkatswamy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was maintained well. Staff also responded to last minute changes and helped guest well
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Amazing location and property! Staff wasn’t super friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Madelaine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, quiet room with all the amenities. Loved the game room and indoor pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Nanci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, a little outdated but great location and amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nay Myo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lake view is beautiful also like game room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean and nice, very good location, easy access to Yosemite valley.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the river view from the room balcony and the sound of the rushing water was fabulous and worth the little bit extra money
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Zalak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good amenities, ample parking
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yetlanezzi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything around was clean, my room had a beautiful view,
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Bryant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very spacious and clean. The property have great views and right next to the river. There are restaurants on site but they are seasonal and only open 5-8pm with one for breakfast from 7-10am.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yosemite View Lodge is always my GoTo spot. Right outside the entrance to the Park and having the river off the rooms is priceless. And not to worry because the door to your patio is soundproof for a quiet sleep. We enjoy the comfy beds, kitchenette and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026