Red Bud Lodge

Motel in El Portal with free parking

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Classic Cabin, 2 Queen Beds | Bed sheets

Traditional Double Room | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Explore the area

9484 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318

Place, El Portal Market
‪11 min drive‬
Place, Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
‪19 min drive‬
Place, Yosemite Valley
‪23 min drive‬
Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
‪41 min drive‬

Room options

Traditional Double Room

Very good

301 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Traditional Single Room

Good

301 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio Suite

320 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

El Portal

Red Bud Lodge places you next to Sierra National Forest and within a 3 miles (5 km) of Merced River. This 10-room motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

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What's nearby

El Portal Market - 11 min drive - 9.2 miles
Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 19 min drive - 13.7 miles
Yosemite Valley - 23 min drive - 16.2 miles
Tunnel View - 32 min drive - 21.3 miles
Badger Pass Ski Area - 56 min drive - 35.2 miles

Getting around

Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

‪Cedar Lodge Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Red Bud Lodge

Motel in El Portal with free parking

At Red Bud Lodge, guests have access to barbecue grills. There's free parking if you drive.

31-inch TVs come with satellite channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard.

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Pool
Hot Tub
Parking included
Free WiFi

$208 nightly

Oct 14 - Oct 15

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
In a national park
In the mountains

Accessibility

No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

31-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Refrigerator

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Cedar Lodge 9966 Highway 140, El Portal, CA 95318]

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance

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

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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

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

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 or credit 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Red Bud Lodge El Portal

Red Bud El Portal

Red Bud Lodge Motel

Red Bud Lodge El Portal

Red Bud Lodge Motel El Portal

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Red Bud Lodge?

This motel is located in El Portal, just steps from Sierra National Forest. Merced River is also within a driving distance of 2.5 mi.

Is there parking available at Red Bud Lodge?

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

Does Red Bud Lodge feature a casino at the property?

No, Red Bud Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Red Bud Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Red Bud Lodge?

Amenities at this motel that appeal to couples include kitchenettes and river views in some guestrooms.

Does Red Bud Lodge have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Red Bud Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Red Bud Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Red Bud Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Red Bud Lodge.

Does Red Bud Lodge have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from Red Bud Lodge?

The closest major airport to Red Bud Lodge is Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite), which is 25 mi away (35 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Red Bud Lodge?

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

Red Bud Lodge Reviews

7.2

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Sanjay

Aug 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Good property near the Yosemite NP. It is literally 15 minutes by car to NP central entrance. It was clean and beautiful surrounding with mountains and Merced River passing through.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan Diego

Jul 11, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Andre

Traveled with family

Jul 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

The building is obviously old and the room smelled musty. The room was clean and furnished like a standard basic hotel or motel. The office is a mile or more down the road at the hotel and there is no attendant at the lodge, which is only slightly inconvenient.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Yunhua

Jul 1, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

The AC is very noisy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Jul 1, 2025

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

You have to check it out somewhere else about two miles away. The price includes the daily housekeeping service, but there is no service. The air conditioner is old, so it's noisy when it's working Nobody can take care of the trash bins outside the door. Animals come and devour the trash, making a mess.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Traveled with family

Jun 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very helpful and accommodating staff. Easy check in

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Traveled with family

Jun 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Enjoyed our stay, recommend and will stay again in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsten

Jun 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very convenient to Yosemite, our family enjoyed our stay here.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Jun 18, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hnin Pwint

Jun 17, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

CHIHYU

Traveled with family

Jun 11, 2025

lobby is at the other hotel That is a bit weird. Need to email beforehead so you won't need to run twice

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Jun 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akop

May 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Feb 23, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Maribel at the lobby was so helpful, she was able to get me checked in little bit earlier then 3. She gave me so much information and whereabouts to all amenities on the properties. This is a cute lodge, across the street is a hidden beach with chairs and tables. Very relaxing and great for pictures.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

peggy

Traveled with family

Jan 5, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old, dated, inadequate facility. A Motel 6.

1. misrepresenting pictures: The Lodge has multiple pictures showing how the rooms look like, but the pictures are not tied to the different types of rooms. I thought our room, 2 queen beds, come with a large kitchen and large fridge. Upon arriving, I realized our room had 2 queen beds, yes, but the "kitchen" was a tiny thing and the fridge was a tiny one too. Nothing like the pictures shown on web. Perhaps I mistakenly believed the full size kitchen picture was what I was getting. It would have been very helpful had the specify that. 2. The toilet in our room had a very very weak flush. We need to flush 3 times for our number 1. Imagine our "other" flushing needs. 3. One of the queen bed's supporting base was off centered, so if 2 people sit on the foot of the bed, the head of the bed would tilt up!! We are skinny people, weighting no more than 150 lbs. each. 4. The heater in our room would keep going constantly, overheating our room even though we kept the temp at 68. It was very uncomfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Oct 7, 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter

Traveled with family

Oct 3, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Staff & service

Room was nothing fancy, which was expected. But it was clean and enough room for three of us. But the faucet in the bathroom sink sprayed water all over the counter making it virtually unusable. Also, there was no lighting outside the door making it dark and difficult when arriving late. No servicing the room during the day. Check-in was two miles down the road, which also had a pricey but mediocre buffet breakfast. There isn’t much around there at a decent price, so I guess they don’t have to be very good to compete. Probably would look for a better place.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Eric

Traveled with partner

Sep 23, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

A little pricey, but the room was great with a kitchenette and stocked with dishes, utensils, coffee. Market for provisions about 12 miles up the road. For the price, slightly above average value.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Partha

Traveled with partner

Sep 15, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful room (large), cool and comfortable (it was hot outside). Staff was receptive to our needs. Couple of things to note: restaurant options are v limited (have to drive 30 mins). office is 2 miles away

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Steve

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family

Aug 29, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Out of the way. In the foothills before Yosemite. Nice and quiet and not to far from the main gate

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

xiaochun

Traveled with group

Aug 20, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Room is good size, cleanliness could be improved. Check-in/out location is 2.5 miles away from the property.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dawn

Traveled with group

Aug 16, 2024

No soap, no regular coffee, only decaf

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with group

Aug 6, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beware

No tv reception and were not told when checking in. Later when we complained, he offered $50 discount per night on accommodation. And he said he emailed Expedia. That was a lie. There was no discount

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

SONIA

Traveled with family

Aug 5, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

There was no room service Staff where not nice at all Saw ants in the room One morning we didn’t have water , had to wait an hour to get the water back . For 305$ per night I was expecting more I will never recommend this place

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Aug 2, 2024

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

Great!....except for the faucet diffusers!

Very clean and comfortable. I withheld one star because... 1. Some of the dishes had dried on food from before. We washed them off ourselves but, yeah. 2. The faucets spray fine streams of high pressure water meaning that it sprays all over but not much water is actually coming out. So it's hard to wash your hands or dishes but the counter and your clothes end up with overspray by the time you are done. I read the reviews about this and, yep, it's annoying. It probably doesn't save water because it takes 3x longer to wash stuff or fill up a glass of water anyway! I wish I brought a small vice grip and a normal diffuser to use, but why would I carry that around with me???! Otherwise would stay there anytime. It was a great close bedroom to explore Yosemite

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024