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Cedar Lodge

2.0 star property
Guests enjoy poolside relaxation and fishing adventures near Sierra National Forest, where natural beauty and warm hospitality create memorable outdoor experiences.

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Fishing - Cedar Lodge (El Portal)
A beachside ceremony setup with rows of chairs and a floral arch. - Cedar Lodge (El Portal)
A large bear sculpture with a child, set against a building with a stone wall and a grassy area with rocks. - Cedar Lodge (El Portal)
A two-story building with a balcony, a stone fountain, and a well-maintained garden. - Cedar Lodge (El Portal)
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a green bedspread, two chairs, a table, and two bedside lamps. - Cedar Lodge (El Portal)
Cedar Lodge, near El Portal Market, offers amenities like a grocery store, bar, and restaurant. Relax in the spa tub or by the seasonal outdoor pool. The indoor pool has a lazy river, and the attentive staff ensures a comfortable stay.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (with sofa sleeper)

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (with sofa sleeper)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(97 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed ( Spa Tub )

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a mirror.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed ( Spa Tub )

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(109 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Tub and kitchenette)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Tub and kitchenette) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Tub and kitchenette)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (with kitchenette) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (with kitchenette)

  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Murphy Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a rug.

Deluxe Room

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

Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard 2 Queen Beds

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Standard 2 Queen Beds

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in El Portal, Cedar Lodge is in a rural area and on a river. El Portal Market is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sierra National Forest and Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance. Yosemite Valley is another place to visit that comes recommended. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowshoeing. Visit our El Portal travel guide
Map
9966 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318

What's nearby

  • A snow-covered bridge over a calm river, surrounded by tall evergreen trees and a rocky mountain backdrop.
    Merced River
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A tunnel with orange lighting, a stone wall, and a road leading into it.
    Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
    15 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff with a clear blue sky above.
    Yosemite Valley
    19 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • A rugged mountain landscape with prominent rock formations and a valley.
    Yosemite Visitor Center
    41 min drive - 23.8 miles
  • A mountain lodge with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
    The Ahwahnee
    44 min drive - 24.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Cedar Lodge Restaurant
  • The River Restaurant and Lounge
    8 min drive
  • Parkside Pizza
    8 min drive

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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

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Canyon Bar & Grill
  • Cedar House Restaurant

Things to do

  • 3 hot tubs
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing
  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 904 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1978
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Fireplace
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM

Frequently asked questions

Does Cedar Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM–10 PM.

Is Cedar Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cedar Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Cedar Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Cedar Lodge located?

Situated in El Portal, this beach hotel is steps from Sierra National Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of El Portal Market and Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance. Yosemite Valley is 10.2 mi (16.5 km) away.

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Reviews

Cedar Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1055 out of 2201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 665 out of 2201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 329 out of 2201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 93 out of 2201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 2201 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

mir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice family friendly lodge very close to Yosemite np. Very clean rooms and good amenities. Enjoyed the pool and hot tub.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

mitul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great and facility was good. Enjoyed the pool in the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kamilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really liked the outdoor pools and the whole resort was cool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pools and hot tubs were great. Easy drive to Yosemite.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Manu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little dated but clean. Good Amenities, close to the national park entrance
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

GEORGE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the on site restaurant is convenient and its close to Yosemite
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cedar Lodge is very close to the entrance of Yosemite. The pool was awesome and the restaurant was good. It was the perfect spot for a trip to our favorite National Park!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location very close to the National Park. The staff was very friendly and helpful with anything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a pleasant stay for my group! The room was big enough for the four of us and all of our hiking gears. Not too far from the national park and very drivable. Loved the hot tub and the lobby gift shop for all of the last minute essentials.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, close to the park, great amenities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Xunxie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Good location for visiting Yosemite park
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

DeAnza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms seemed like they were clean. The pool and the hot tubs were nice. Great access to Yosemite National Park. It was quite expensive for an older hotel but worth it if you are visiting Yosemite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice spot. Check out the river / beach access across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for what we needed. Room was clean and spacious for the 6 of us.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, the beds were comfortable. Having a restaurant and market on-site was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Shinya

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. The water pressure is weak and there is not enough
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We has a great stay at Cedar Lodge. Swimming pool and fire pit was really nice. River/park across street was really cute and a nice place to relax. Staff were so, so helpful and really made the stay great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kulvinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was very nice experience, other than clean property and nice surroundings Staff was very supportive in refunding for a day as there was electricity outage in the entire valley so we couldn’t stay there and leave
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karapet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had a wonderful stay at Cedar Lodge! Everything was really good from start to finish. The rooms were clean and comfortable, the staff was friendly and welcoming, and the property was well maintained. The location is beautiful and makes it easy to relax and enjoy the surroundings. Overall, it was a great experience, and we would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A cute little run down motel but great location near park
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a comfortable stay, a nice walk to the river and small sandy beach. Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful placement near yosemite
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location to the park. Good food in the restaurants. Beautiful river across the street. Pool areas were beautiful and well maintained. Room was clean and staff was great. After checking out all the other options in the area I know we made the right decision choosing Cedar Lodge.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice room but the restraint food was awful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Meihui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at this lodge during our trip to Yosemite. The surroundings are absolutely beautiful, with mountains all around and a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. The location is very convenient, only about a 15-minute drive to the Yosemite entrance, which made it easy for us to explore the park. The lodge also has both hot and cold pools, and our whole family had a fantastic time enjoying them. Our room was spacious and comfortable, making our stay even more enjoyable. The only minor downside was that the bedside lamp in our room was not working. Other than that, everything was great, and we would definitely recommend this lodge to anyone visiting Yosemite!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026