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Cedar Lodge

2.0 star property
Beach location and indoor pool

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Fishing
Gazebo
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas
Front of property
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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9966 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318
  • Place, Merced River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Yosemite Valley
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (with sofa sleeper)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(85 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed ( Spa Tub ) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed ( Spa Tub )

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(89 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Tub and kitchenette)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (with kitchenette)

  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Murphy Bed

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Deluxe Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

El Portal

Cedar Lodge places you next to Sierra National Forest and within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like El Portal Market. This 210-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Merced River - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Yosemite National Park - 8 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 11 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Yosemite Valley - 14 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Badger Pass Ski Area - 40 min drive - 32.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Cedar Lodge

Beach location and indoor pool
At Cedar Lodge, guests have access to an indoor pool, 3 hot tubs, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking and an area shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours/tickets and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach hotel include conference space, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a gift shop.
32-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include fireplaces, coffee makers, and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is available on request.
3 hot tubs are on site along with an indoor pool. Other recreational amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • Administrative fee: USD 5.00 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to October.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Cedar Lodge El Portal
Cedar Lodge Hotel
Cedar Lodge Hotel El Portal
Cedar El Portal
Cedar Lodge Yosemite
Cedar Hotel El Portal
Cedar Lodge Hotel
Cedar Lodge El Portal
Cedar Lodge Hotel El Portal

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around Cedar Lodge?

Guests enjoy the hotel's walkable location in El Portal based on their ratings, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Sierra National Forest and Merced River. El Portal Market is also within a driving distance of 4.9 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at Cedar Lodge?

As of Dec 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cedar Lodge on Dec 10, 2025 start from $144.72, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at Cedar Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Cedar Lodge feature a casino on the premises?

No, Cedar Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Cedar Lodge?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool as well as an outdoor pool and 3 hot tubs. Guests have access between 9 AM and 10 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from May until October.

Is Cedar Lodge a good place to stay for couples?

This riverfront hotel offers many amenities for couples, including a fireplace as well as an indoor pool and a bar.

Does Cedar Lodge have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel has 3 spa tubs.

Does Cedar Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Cedar Lodge serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge at Cedar House Restaurant.

Will Cedar Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Cedar Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Cedar Lodge?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Cedar Lodge?

The closest major airport to Cedar Lodge is Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite), which is 27.4 mi away (38 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Cedar Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Cedar Lodge.

Reviews

Cedar Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 956 out of 2103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 682 out of 2103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 323 out of 2103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 92 out of 2103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 2103 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Maxim

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Adriana

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sri harish

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal location nice staff and clean rooms,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ruben

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vadim

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Traveled with family
Great location near park entrance. Beautiful river to lounge by! We enjoyed our spacious room!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew, Colorado Springs

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Takako

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
It is about 40 mins drive from Yosemite destinations. Pretty quiet place but place we stayed in was pretty old. Had a blackout on the day we stayed due to 100 degree weather probably overworking the AC.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a very nice place, quit and comfortable. the staff is wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

akhilesh

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property, nice friendly staff, beautiful location with a beach across the facility made it an amazing experience. Well equipped with swimming pool/spa / shops / restraunt
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ting

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aradhya

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tabitha

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Monica

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This wasn’t a bad place considering the choices in the area near the park. Had a convenient store within the office area and also 2 restaurants(1 open for breakfast and they really get you with only a buffet @21.95 worth about $10) and a bar. A lot here is about convenience because there’s. no walkable options. FYI, Shampoo, no conditioner or lotions. The river across the street in a Parklike setting is nice w some picnic tables and grills.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Kurt

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Raman, Bedford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Cedar Lodge was a great location for a quick Yosemite trip. The staff was super friendly upon check in. They have a store in the main building for anything you may have forgotten and some Yosemite swag. Check in was smooth and there is plenty of parking. The room was a little outdated, but clean, quiet and the beds were comfortable. Nice size in room fridge that kept everything cold. We checked out super early in the morning to get to our hike and there was a convenient drop box outside the main lobby door.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If I could give zero stars I would. First, people should know you will get absolutely NO cell service, can’t make phone calls or send/revive texts, nothing. And when you ask the staff they will lie to you. Same goes for the tv in the room, didn’t work and when I asked for maintenance to come they said they’d send them right away. That never happened, so I called back to which they said the whole hotel wasn’t getting tv service. All I had to do was walk out of room to see all the other people enjoying their TVs. So when I called back their response was “oh yes, I heard her tell you that, I don’t know why she said that.” Second lie. And they never came to fix my tv. Sheets were dirty. I could go on and on. And it was $250/night, pay the extra money to stay anywhere else.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hui ming

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was pleasant, the rooms and whole place was better than I expected. The pool was nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ismail

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
About 15 minutes East of Yosemite’s CA-140 entrance. Room was clean and recently renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chinghui

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was beyond my expectations. The hotel provides very impressive facilities along the river in front of the hotel. I felt that I was staying in a resort but not just a hotel. However, the wifi was very weak.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

anna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

MICHELE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The electricity was going to be off the morning after we arrived. People were working on the wires in the area. We were told we should be in the shower before 8am to avoid any interruption. This was unpleasant news and the hotel should have offered a meal voucher as compensation for the inconvenience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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