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Yosemite View Lodge

2.5 star property
Riverfront hotel with 2 restaurants and 3 outdoor pools

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available

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Deluxe River View King Spa | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe River View King Spa

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 39 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic River View 2 Room Unit, Family Apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Classic River View 2 Room Unit, Family Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • River view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 King Bed, Riverside | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

1 King Bed, Riverside

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 39 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster

Redwood Two Bedroom Apartment

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe River View 2 Bedroom Family Suite | Living area | 32-inch TV with cable channels

Deluxe River View 2 Bedroom Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
2 bathrooms
  • 89 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Deluxe River View 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe River View 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(169 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 39 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Luxury River View King Bed Majestic Suite | Living room | 32-inch TV with cable channels

Luxury River View King Bed Majestic Suite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 59 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic 2 Room unit Family apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Classic 2 Room unit Family apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(113 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic River View King bed with Sleeper Sofa

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 39 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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King and Queen Loft | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

King and Queen Loft

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 47 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
11136 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318

What's nearby

  • Yosemite National Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • El Portal Market - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Yosemite Valley - 10 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Tunnel View - 19 min drive - 11.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The River Restaurant & Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Parkside Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Canyon Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cedar House Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Little Bear Pizza - ‬6 min drive

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, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Be sure to enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to in-room WiFi (surcharge).
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 3 outdoor pools and an indoor pool, with a lazy river
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an area shuttle, and ATM/banking services
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, multilingual staff, and barbecue grills
  • 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 WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shared bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
  • LED light bulbs, kitchenettes, and refrigerators

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 9.99 per 24-hour period)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 9.99 per night)

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
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Parkside Pizza
  • The River Restaurant

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • 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
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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
  • Shared bathroom
  • 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
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
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 9.99 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 9.99 per night (rates may vary)
  • 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
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Yosemite View El Portal
Yosemite View Lodge
Yosemite View Lodge El Portal
Yosemite View Hotel El Portal
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Yosemite View Lodge Hotel El Portal

Frequently asked questions

Does Yosemite View Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and 3 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 at Yosemite View Lodge?

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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Yosemite View Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1719 out of 3355 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 964 out of 3355 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 410 out of 3355 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 166 out of 3355 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 96 out of 3355 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Wonderful place for the entire family
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

Very clean, courteous and helpful staff, great location to Yosemite NP.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

Beautiful place to stay right near the national park.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great location, wonderful views, very clean and convenient rooms. Stayed many times here and it is very consistently good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

I really enjoyed my stay. Loved the pool, dining options and proximity to the park. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Everything was very clean, and the staff was very polite. Our stay at Yosemite view Lodge was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

Great location. Nice rooms great views
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great place to stay close to the park entrance, lots of stuff to do around the area, the room was nice and clean and the beds were comfy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

We loved that it was so close to the entrance of Yosemite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Enjoyed the river view/ambiance
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

The location was beautiful and close to Yosemite.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Extremely convenient and close location to Yosemite national Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Lovely place to stay super close to the entrance :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

I got the river view and it was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

It's a wonderful place as we expected. Beautiful view and convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Nice property. Recommend room with river view.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

I really liked the location, we
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Great location, right outside Yosemite park entrance. A little dated but clean, beautiful location and nice staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

The river side deluxe room on first floor was fantastic with a nice big outdoor patio.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10

Convenient to Yosemite
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great location on the river and close to the park, friendly staff and great amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

great place with nice view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

I like that it was close enough to the park entrance. The room was clean and the environment was welcoming. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Spacious, river view, with cooking facility, nice game room, close to the park
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

We loved how close it was to the entrance and all of the amenities. It has everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025