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Yosemite View Lodge

2.5 star property
Riverfront hotel with 2 restaurants and 4 outdoor pools

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8.6 out of 10
Excellent

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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
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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King and Queen Loft | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King and Queen Loft

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)
  • 506 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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1 King Bed, Riverside | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 King Bed, Riverside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)
  • 416 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster

Redwood Two Bedroom Apartment

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 690 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury River View King Bed Majestic Suite | Living room | 32-inch TV with cable channels

Luxury River View King Bed Majestic Suite

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

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Deluxe River View 2 Bedroom Family Suite | Living area | 32-inch TV with cable channels

Deluxe River View 2 Bedroom Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 962 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Classic River View 2 Room Unit, Family Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Classic 2 Room unit Family apartment

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

Classic River View King bed with Sleeper Sofa

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 416 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard 2 Queens, Mountain View

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

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Deluxe River View 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(216 reviews)
  • 416 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(128 reviews)
  • 390 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe River View King Spa

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

About the neighborhood

El Portal

Yosemite View Lodge places you next to Sierra National Forest and within a 10-minute walk of Yosemite National Park. 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 - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Yosemite Valley - 8 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Badger Pass Ski Area - 33 min drive - 24.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Yosemite View Lodge

Riverfront hotel with 2 restaurants and 4 outdoor pools
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 for a fee: USD 9 to 25 per person
  • 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)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • 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

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 9.00 to 25.00 per person
  • 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 Dec 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yosemite View Lodge on Dec 5, 2025 start from $188.1, 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.

What can I see around Yosemite View Lodge?

Located steps from Sierra National Forest, this hotel is in El Portal, and within a 10-minute walk of Yosemite National Park and Merced River. You'll also find Yosemite Valley and Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Yosemite View Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

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.

Is Yosemite View Lodge good for couples?

This riverfront hotel offers many amenities for couples such as 4 outdoor pools and a bar with some guestrooms featuring fireplaces.

Does Yosemite View Lodge have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy 7 spa tubs at this hotel.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Yosemite View Lodge?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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.

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

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy lake or mountain views.

Yosemite View Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2043 out of 3803 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1047 out of 3803 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 430 out of 3803 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 169 out of 3803 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 114 out of 3803 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Ron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very avreage motel! The price and the extra charges were not! I know its in a good location but I take issue with why they need to charge so much! Then they tack on taxes and more! We didnt eat at the restaurant because we heard it was bad and once again over priced! They are making big time money at your expense!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Leila

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: This place is super close to YV. The bed is comfy. This is the only place I have ever seen that has 2 shower heads and a jacuzzi in the room. The balcony had a great view of the Merced river. The hot tub was very relaxing after a long day of hiking. Kitchen was a great plus. We brought a cooler and freshly ground coffee/filter so we had great breakfasts facing the river. Cons: The jacuzzi is in the bedroom and not the bathroom so I hit my leg on the sharp granite edge twice heading to the bathroom at night. A soft bumper on the edge would solve that. They set up the rooms so that the head of your bed shares a wall with the TV for the room behind you. This made for two very noisy nights. If they set up the bed so that they were back to back then it would help a lot with noise. The balcony had no screen to keep bugs out so we could not leave the door open at night so we missed out on the sound of the river. The bathroom also had peeling wallpaper. If they fixed those things, I would have given this place 5 stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Purak

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Maritza

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

8/10 Good

TZE CHUN

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosendo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the park . Quiet ,beautiful backyard
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ERICK

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

10/10 Excellent

Tulsi

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David, gardnerville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly desk staff. The only issue was PG&E deciding to do line maintenance and outing our power. On site restaurants decent.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Juliet

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service
I provided a review for my time at Yosemite View from August 24 to August 27, so I would defer to that review. In short, there were many positives to Yosemite View, but I had issues with wi-fi access and with the water and moisture in the refrigerator causing fruit to get moldy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service
The location was excellent (El Portal) and the rooms were facilitated with both a microwave and a refrigerator. I was also pleasantly surprised by the number of outlets in the bathroom. I slept very well here, which was necessary given the intensity of the day hikes I was doing in Yosemite. However, there were two problems: 1) the wi-fi, and 2) the condition of the refrigerator. The wi-fi was unreliable. There were times when I could not access it when I needed to for work. It was explained to me that this was due to the volume of people on it. There were also times when I could not send a text with a picture. When I entered the room, the refrigerator had standing water and moisture in it, which was a lingering problem throughout my stay. I prioritize consumption of fresh fruit during long hiking trips, and I lost two oranges to development of mold while being stored in the refrigerator. This did not occur during the prior week at the John Muir Lodge, which was able to provide a dry refrigerator. I would encourage Yosemite View Lodge to address wi-fi and the condition of the refrigerators in the rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aubrie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay at Yosemite View Lodge. This was our second time staying here. I appreciated the small kitchenette in the room. Made it easy to have a quick breakfast before we headed out and a quick dinner at the end of the day. The location is amazing. It's right along the Merced River and a quick 5 min drive to the Arch Rock entrance to Yosemite. The grounds are inviting and well-kept. The hotel was well-lit at night, but still dark enough to see the beautiful stars! We will stay here again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mozhgan

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

10/10 Excellent

valerie

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

10/10 Excellent

gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish I could have stayed longer. We loved the view from the balcony and the sound of the river day and night. It was close to Yosemite Village which we found convenient. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean inside and out
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michelle, Burke

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were dirty and unkempt. Staff was unfriendly. The location was great, but, for the price, it was very disappointing. I would not stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Sridhar

Traveled with family
1. When I was checking, I asked for room with the river view, it costed me additional $40 which they never mentioned while booking 2. Free coffee, but you have to buy the paper cup for $3.75 3. No water bottles in the room 4. 3 towels for 4 people 5. Bathroom sink clogged, bathtub faucet leaking, too high bath tub for small person 6. No complimentary breakfast for the price they charged.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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