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Yosemite View Lodge

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A river with a rocky riverbank, a tree, and outdoor furniture with an umbrella. - Yosemite View Lodge (El Portal)
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A concrete pathway alongside a river with trees and rocks. - Yosemite View Lodge (El Portal)
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a fireplace, a television, and a large window with blinds. - Yosemite View Lodge (El Portal)
A hotel with a pool area, including two pools and lounge chairs. - Yosemite View Lodge (El Portal)
Consider a stay at Yosemite View Lodge and take advantage of 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.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, two bedside lamps, a telephone, and a painting on the wall.

King and Queen Loft

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and two lamps.

1 King Bed, Riverside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A compact kitchen with a stove, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, and sink.

Redwood Two Bedroom Apartment

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 64 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Luxury River View King Bed Majestic Suite

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a small table with a remote control. There is a window with blinds, a jacuzzi tub, and a sink.

Luxury River View King Bed Majestic Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • River view
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a sofa, and a ceiling fan.

Deluxe River View 2 Bedroom Family Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • River view
  • 89 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Classic River View 2 Room Unit, Family Apartment

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and framed pictures on the wall.

Classic 2 Room unit Family apartment

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

Classic River View King bed with Sleeper Sofa

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)
  • River view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard 2 Queens, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a table, and a lamp.

Deluxe River View 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(277 reviews)
  • River view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(156 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a striped bedspread, two chairs, a small table, and a desk.

Deluxe River View King Spa

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)
  • River view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

APARTMENT TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 10

APARTMENT CLASSIC TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 10

APARTMENT CLASSIC TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 10

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 snowshoeing and sledding. Visit our El Portal travel guide
Map
11136 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318

What's nearby

  • A waterfall cascading down a steep cliff, surrounded by dense forest and snow-capped mountains under a clear blue sky.
    Yosemite National Park
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A tunnel with orange lighting, a stone wall, and a road leading into it.
    Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
    6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff with a clear blue sky above.
    Yosemite Valley
    10 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • A rugged mountain landscape with prominent rock formations and a valley.
    Yosemite Visitor Center
    32 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • El Portal Market
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

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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 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 25 to 35 for adults and USD 19 to 25 for children
  • 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 25 to 35 for adults, and USD 19 to 25 for children
  • 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

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 Merced River and Yosemite National Park. El Portal Market and Sierra National Forest are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Yosemite View Lodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2525 out of 4342 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1121 out of 4342 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 425 out of 4342 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 169 out of 4342 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 102 out of 4342 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Satria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy dan family friendly lodge, Very close to Yosemite national park
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place—the rooms are clean and quiet, nestled among the mountains and beside the river, and very close to the park entrance, which is extremely convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexx

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding lodge and staff were swift and pleasant, clean and loved every minute of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Magnusson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice river view, clean, nice rooms and convenient location for visiting Yosemite! Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Proximity to Yosemite is very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you can't stay in the limited accommodation in Yosemite park, this is an excellent alternate. Just a few minutes away from the park entrance, with comfortable rooms and good amenities (shop, restaurants, swimming pools).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great spot for a hotel close to yosemite entrance. Clean rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect distance to Yosemite. Hotel was outdated but clean and had great options from an indoor play area for big kids and a pool with outdoor jacuzzis. We would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

RAJIV

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room had excellent river view
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The riverfront balcony view was great, better than expected.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness
This place was pretty good. Great location. We'd stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is 2 miles outside of the West entrance. It’s a beautiful property right on the Merced river. Nice clean rooms, great service and restaurants and a store on site. I strongly recommend and am very happy with my experience st Yosemite View Lodge.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed rooms with a river view.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the close proximity to the park! The room was spacious and the balcony overlooking the river was nice. The kids loved the pool and hot tubs and the game room was a lot of fun for them too! Overall we had a great time and would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome mountain and river view! Pleasant and quiet environment for good night sleep!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to the park
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daisy

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Great place, great location, c
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really liked the river view room. Very peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is a perfect location for a visit to Yosemite. We're had the deluxe river view room and it was superb. Great view from the balcony and the family loved the spa tub!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views were fantastic and the location to arch rock entrance was very close. Older lodge. Lost power a few times, elevator was out of order, and the food at the restaurants were so-so! The room itself was very spacious
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tucked away in a warm, inviting spot beside a gently flowing river in a peaceful valley. The room was exceptionally clean, the facilities were well cared for, and the staff was outstanding.......friendly, attentive, and always ready to help.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the river, very nice pool and hot tub helped after a long day of hiking, the restaurant was average with horrible service, the pizza place was amazing with wonderful service, the front desk people were nice, but not all of them helpful if you can’t find something. Kitchenettes in the room very helpful! We would stay here again and bring our own food but the store had everything we needed this time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a beautiful view of the Merced River and we were so close to the entrance of the park. We could spend the whole day at the park and not have to drive far to get back. It was well worth it! Excellent location!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Shibi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay for 2 nights with family. The Merced river view is unbeatable and waking up to the sounds of the stream is one of the the best experience you can have during your vacation at Yosemite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view from the balcony. Nice jacuzzi
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026