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Yosemite View Lodge

Property class: 2.5

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A hotel with a pool, surrounded by a rocky riverbed and mountains.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a fireplace, a television, and a large window with blinds.
A concrete pathway alongside a river with trees and rocks.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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11136 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318
  • Place, Yosemite National Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, El Portal Market
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Yosemite Valley
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for King and Queen Loft

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, two bedside lamps, a telephone, and a painting on the wall.

King and Queen Loft

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 506 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for 1 King Bed, Riverside

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and two lamps.

1 King Bed, Riverside

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(64 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 416 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Redwood Two Bedroom Apartment

A compact kitchen with a stove, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, and sink.

Redwood Two Bedroom Apartment

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 690 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Luxury River View King Bed Majestic Suite

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a small table with a remote control. There is a window with blinds, a jacuzzi tub, and a sink.

Luxury River View King Bed Majestic Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • River view
  • 635 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe River View 2 Bedroom Family Suite

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a sofa, and a ceiling fan.

Deluxe River View 2 Bedroom Family Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • River view
  • 962 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Classic River View 2 Room Unit, Family Apartment

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Classic River View 2 Room Unit, Family Apartment

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic 2 Room unit Family apartment

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and framed pictures on the wall.

Classic 2 Room unit Family apartment

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

Classic River View King bed with Sleeper Sofa

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)
  • River view
  • 416 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard 2 Queens, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 390 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe River View 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a table, and a lamp.

Deluxe River View 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(286 reviews)
  • River view
  • 416 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(157 reviews)
  • 390 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe River View King Spa

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a striped bedspread, two chairs, a small table, and a desk.

Deluxe River View King Spa

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)
  • River view
  • 416 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

APARTMENT TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 10

APARTMENT CLASSIC TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 10

APARTMENT CLASSIC TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 10

About the neighborhood

El Portal

Yosemite View Lodge places you next to Merced River and Sierra National Forest. This 336-room hotel welcomes guests with 4 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Yosemite National Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • El Portal Market - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Yosemite Valley - 10 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Yosemite Visitor Center - 32 min drive - 16.7 miles

Getting around

  • Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) - 134 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cedar Lodge Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The River Restaurant and Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Parkside Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Pink Palace - ‬14 min walk
  • Mobile - Whoa Nellie Deli

About this property

Yosemite View Lodge

4 outdoor pools, 7 hot tubs, and free WiFi in public areas are featured at Yosemite View Lodge. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an area shuttle for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours/tickets and securing valuables. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include meeting rooms, coffee/tea in a common area, and an arcade/game room.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves are also standard.
4 outdoor swimming pools and 7 hot tubs are on site.

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: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 25 to 35 for adults and USD 19 to 25 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Parkside Pizza
  • The River Restaurant

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • 7 hot tubs
  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

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
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 welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (110 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

  • Administrative fee: USD 5.00 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 25 to 35 for adults, and USD 19 to 25 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
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
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: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck 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.
  • 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.
  • 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. 

Property is also known as

Lodge View
View Lodge
View Lodge Yosemite
Yosemite Lodge View
Yosemite View
Yosemite View El Portal
Yosemite View Lodge
Yosemite View Lodge El Portal
Yosemite View Hotel El Portal
Yosemite View Motel
Yosemite View Lodge Hotel
Yosemite View Lodge El Portal
Yosemite View Lodge Hotel El Portal

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Yosemite View Lodge?

Yosemite View Lodge provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Yosemite View Lodge?

As of Oct 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yosemite View Lodge on Nov 4, 2026 start from $180, including 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.

What can I see around Yosemite View Lodge?

This hotel is located in El Portal, just steps from Sierra National Forest and Merced River, and within a short walk of Yosemite National Park. You'll also find Yosemite Valley and Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance within a short drive.

Does Yosemite View Lodge include a casino on the premises?

No, Yosemite View Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Yosemite View Lodge?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 4 outdoor pools and 7 hot tubs.

Does Yosemite View Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Yosemite View Lodge has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Yosemite View Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Yosemite View Lodge for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day.

How far is the airport from Yosemite View Lodge?

The closest major airport to Yosemite View Lodge is Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite), which is about 18.8 mi away.

Yosemite View Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2563 out of 4366 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1118 out of 4366 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 419 out of 4366 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 166 out of 4366 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 100 out of 4366 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay if you’re looking to be close to the park entrance (15 mins drive) and are seeking a comfortable night’s stay. Family friendly with pools, hot tubs, playroom and 2 restaurants and a bar on site. Room was a little dated, but very clean, included a kitchenette and a balcony facing the river. Great staff. Will definitely recommend and come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dining options decent. Rooms spacious and well apportioned. Check in staff was robotic. No elevator may have been a miss on our end when selecting, had to haul everything up stairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the amenities were nice and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and the view was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Room was very clean and had a beautiful view of the river. I would stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the location. The hotel is by the river , its very peaceful. And ita very near the NP entrance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They had A/C Beds were comfortable Close to the park entrance
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The location is the best highlight. The river view room was totally worth the price. Beds were comfortable and the hotel has everything we needed for our stay while visiting Yosemite NP.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to park. Easy access.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would stay here again. Great location just outside the park. We had a room right on the river which was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and river side view worked out great for our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and property were clean and staff was helpful- the location right outside the entrance to Yosemite NP was the best aspect of this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location RIGHT outside Yosemite! Delicious restaurant and GREAT STAFF! Will definitely be staying here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best location for the park!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and a beautiful view of the river
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Currently under construction but still worth the stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice and clean. The entrance to Yosemite is right there!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable. Loved the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely furnished, with great supplies in the kitchenette.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view is spectacular and the staff was very helpful!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was good with quick access to the park. Rooms have beautiful river view at the back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you cannot secure lodging inside Yosemite, this hotel is undoubtedly the next best option. It checks every single box: incredible proximity to the park entrance, beautiful river views from almost every room, and all the essential amenities you could need. Additionally, the property features two exceptional on-site restaurants. Truly one of the finest hotels outside of any national park.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the river! Easy access to Yosemite
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026