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The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge

2.5 star property
Travelers enjoy mountain views from The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge's scenic terrace while savoring delicious meals just steps from comfortable accommodations

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The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge offers a peaceful mountain retreat with stunning views. Guests enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast, WiFi on the outdoor terrace, and free self-parking with an electric car charging station. The attentive staff ensures a welcoming atmosphere.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Honeymoon Cabin

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Two Bedroom River House

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Two Full Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Three Rivers, The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge is in the mountains and in a national park. General Sherman Tree is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Three Rivers travel guide
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45978 Sierra Drive, Three Rivers, CA, 93271

What's nearby

  • Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
    Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Slick Rock Recreation Area. Kaweah River flows into Lake Kaweah, near Three Rivers, California. On the way to Sequoia National Park.; Shutterstock ID 598282103
    Lake Kaweah
    15 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Kaweah River
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Foothills Visitor Center
    5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Visalia, CA (VIS-Visalia Municipal)
    53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tony’s Taverna On Wheels
    5 min drive
  • River View Restaurant & Lounge
    8 min drive
  • Pizza Factory
    10 min drive
  • The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge
    1 min walk
  • Reimers Candies & Gifts
    7 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 to 20 for adults and USD 7 to 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Three Rivers

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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 and cats only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 20 for adults, and USD 7 to 18 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Kaweah River, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, and Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance. Sequoia National Forest is steps away.

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

The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge Reviews

7.8

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 535 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 535 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 535 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 535 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 535 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the best room out of the that were planned on our road trip! If you stay, you have to go next door to the restaurant. The staff is amazing! The crab cakes and baby back pork ribs were delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeanine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Great service in restaurant. Perfect stay when going to the national parks.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Repairs and upgrades needed inside and outside. Restaurant was excellent. Staff were great. Location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Charles

Room was OK, restaurant was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overnight stay on way to Yosemite. The bar and restaurant staff were very freindly and efficient - made us feel at home.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rundown, dirty, smelly, cob webs literally everywhere, literally no parking,, it seemed everything was falling apart, smelt like mold, mildew, musky, had a deadbolt for safety that didn’t work, a chain lock that only had one end so it didn’t work, the bed was a brick and extremely uncomfortable!!!! However, it’s very convenient as far as location to the park, convenient that the restaurant is connected, the food there and the staff were excellent, although overpriced. Even the restaurant was dirty, grimy, and cob webs everywhere, but it seemed very busy all day and night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place; beautiful, clean, and close to the park entrance.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Cons: The property needs repair. Screens were ripped on the windows and the door frame where the deadbolt goes in was broken. There was a sock on the floor when we arrived. There were light switches that didn’t function. Pros: great location, amazing back deck, comfortable cozy rooms, well stocked kitchen, responsive and friendly staff. Overall we enjoyed the room and were comfortable but it is definitely run down.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, charming room!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint 1920s Hotel with a great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Xuetong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food decent room awesome staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location above a river and right next to the Sequoia Park entrance, with an excellent restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Very close to the Sequoia National Park.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Analene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very cozy. Glen offered to fix the problem in the room promptly. All the staffs were very friendly including in the restaurant. Jessie was very helpful in giving food options. The food was awesome and especially the venue just right by the Kaweah River. The place is also very close to the entrance of the national park. We'll definitely go back here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stanislava

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was cozy, clean, comfortable! You have everything that you need in a cottage looking setting. And you sleep like a baby after breathing the fresh mountain air! They have electric vehicle ports everywhere in front of the rooms. Bonus is the beautiful restaurant and friendly staff. The food at the restaurant on site is amazing! The views are breathtaking! Very close to the entrance of the Sequoia Nat Park!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Everything across the board was decent. Good location. Would recommend to people hoping to be close to Sequoia. Not the best but does the job for short term travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, just outside Sequoia National park. Older but cleanotel and excellent restaurant. The staff was wonderful, very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location near the Park. Very good restaurant
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Madhavi

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay here. Great staff, good food, and beautiful scenery. Located at the base of Sequoia so it’s easy to get in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location to the park
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Abel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding service from my check in, check out and my dinner experience so i highly recommend, i appreciate it 😀 I'll be back .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful day. I checked in through the adjacent restaurant. The staff was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025