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The Ahwahnee

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A multi-story stone building with balconies and outdoor seating areas, set against a mountainous backdrop. - The Ahwahnee (Yosemite National Park)
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A balcony with stone walls and wooden chairs, overlooking a forested area with a mountain in the background. - The Ahwahnee (Yosemite National Park)
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a mountain backdrop. - The Ahwahnee (Yosemite National Park)
A spacious lobby with a large seating area, chandeliers, and patterned wall hangings. - The Ahwahnee (Yosemite National Park)
Consider a stay at The Ahwahnee and take advantage of an art gallery on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and laundry facilities. Adventurous travelers may like the hiking/biking and horseback riding at this hotel. The on-site American cuisine fine-dining restaurant, The Ahwahnee Dining Room, offers breakfast and dinner. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and framed artwork on the wall.

Classic Cottage, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a lamp.

Classic Cottage, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk with a computer.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Cabin, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Prime View Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a television, and a desk.

Prime View Room, 1 King Bed

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

About the neighborhood

Located in Yosemite National Park, The Ahwahnee is in the mountains and in a national park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yosemite Falls and Half Dome. Yosemite Museum and Nature Center at Happy Isles are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledding. Visit our Yosemite National Park travel guide
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9005 Ahwahnee Drive, Yosemite National Park, CA, 93727

What's nearby

  • A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff with a clear blue sky above.
    Yosemite Valley
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A mountain lodge with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
    The Ahwahnee
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A waterfall cascading down a steep cliff, surrounded by dense forest and snow-capped mountains under a clear blue sky.
    Yosemite National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A snowy mountain with a prominent rock face and a forested valley.
    Ahwahnee Meadow
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Yosemite Visitor Center and Theater with a stone facade and a sign indicating the year 2016.
    Yosemite Visitor Center
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    74 min drive

Restaurants

  • Base Camp Eatery
    7 min drive
  • Curry Village Pizza Deck
    19 min walk
  • Degnan's Deli
    14 min walk
  • Seven Tents Dining Pavilion
    19 min walk
  • Village Grill
    15 min walk

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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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free area shuttle
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Ahwahnee Bar
  • The Ahwahnee Dining Room

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Ski passes

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Fenced pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1927
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email with check-in instructions prior to arrival; 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 summer, 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.
Guests arriving November through April must bring snow chains for their vehicles or risk being denied entry to the park by the National Park Service.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 50 per person
  • Uncovered valet parking fee: USD 30 per night (in/out privileges)

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
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
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

Does The Ahwahnee have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.

Is The Ahwahnee pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 30 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Ahwahnee?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Ahwahnee?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Ahwahnee located?

Situated in a national park, this luxury hotel is steps from Sierra Nevada Conservancy and The Ahwahnee. Ahwahnee Meadow and Merced River are also within 10 minutes.

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 Ahwahnee Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 371 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 371 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 371 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 371 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 371 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property. Staff were excellent. Food was very nice. Location is world class. Not cheap but well worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location in the park. Very convenient shuttle stop right outside hotel. Beautiful location. Rooms look right out to half dome and Glacier Point.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location! Very nice and helpful staff. Breakfast was outstanding. We had 2 rooms. One west facing with a great view of Yosemite Falls. The other room was east facing with a phenomenal view of Half Dome. Would definitely recommend this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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service was superb
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely hotel and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The location of the Ahwahnee is the most beautiful in the world. Everything’s wonderful The hotel is very clean and very well ran. The restaurant is five star and the food is exquisite. Truly, a fantastic experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Magnificent lodging with stunning views!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

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Excellent location in the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Enjoyed our stay!

A bit tired appearance in hallway and rooms, but service was great, staff was friendly, rooms were clean, and, of course, the setting was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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It's nice to stay within a national park and a bonus when you have a fantastic view of Half Dome from your room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed in a cottage. Amazing views. The hotel was totally awesome! By far best place to stay in Yosemite park.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing hotel - worth every penny - get a mountain view room! We had a perfect view of Yosemite Falls.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice view
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Good times!

We had a fabulous visit at the Ahwahnee! What a location!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Memorable stay when the leaves are turning

The staff at the Ahwahnee are excellent. They were very friendly and accommodating with whatever we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

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The hotel is in a very good location, and the staff is very nice and helpful. The hotel needs some tender loving care. The breakfast buffet options need much improvement.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

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Great view. Very nice breakfast buffet. Nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Elegant historic hotel, with lovely sitting areas on the main level that have views of Half Dome and other wonders. Lovely rooms. Dining room offers a dinner buffet that is not to be missed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Awhanee is the luxury hotel in Yosemite Valley located in the midst of huge granite mountains lush green trees and beautiful lakes. You have dining options and shopping
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great Dinning room staff and service. Housekeeping and room service great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a bucket list property! The views are amazing. It is rich in history and the connivence of the location is an added plus. We may make this an annual trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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View of half dome, incredible
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The Ahwahnee was on my bucket list and it did not disappoint. I loved my stay at the hotel which is located inside the beautiful Yosemite National Park. Customer service was exceptional. Regan at the front desk was very helpful with our room choice. I loved staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Staying at the Ahwahnee Hotel. In Yosemite National Park. there's a slice of Heaven. that all people, Should. Have the privilege. to enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Pool closed. Staff were incredible!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024