John Muir Lodge

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, 5-minute walk to Grant Grove Visitor Center

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Exterior
Lobby
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Porch
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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86728 California 180, Hume, CA, 93633
  • Place, Grant Grove Visitor Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, General Grant Tree
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, North Grove Loop Trail
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

John Muir Lodge-Standard 2 Queens

  • Sleeps 5

John Muir Lodge-Deluxe King Accessible

  • Sleeps 3

About the neighborhood

Hume

Grant Grove Visitor Center is within a 5-minute walk of John Muir Lodge while other popular sites like North Grove Loop Trail are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 36-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Grant Grove Visitor Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • General Grant Tree - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • North Grove Loop Trail - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance - 4 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • General Sherman Tree - 40 min drive - 32.1 miles

Getting around

  • Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hume Lake Snack Shop - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Grant Grove Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hume & Beans - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Pinehurst Lodge and Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Hume Lake Christian Camps Snack Bar - ‬20 min drive

About this property

John Muir Lodge

Hotel with free parking, 5-minute walk to Grant Grove Visitor Center
Guests staying at John Muir Lodge enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a fireplace in the lobby. There's free parking if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a gift shop and an ATM.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. IPod docks, coffee makers, and hair dryers are also standard.
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
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 17 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Grant Grove Restaurant

Things to do

  • Cross-country skiing
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Snowshoeing

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 29 and March 31.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5.00 to 17.00 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
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. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at John Muir Lodge?

John Muir Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at John Muir Lodge?

As of Nov 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at John Muir Lodge on Nov 26, 2025 start from $244.46, 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's there to do near John Muir Lodge?

This hotel is located in Hume within a short 5-minute walk of Grant Grove Visitor Center. You'll also find Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and General Grant Tree within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at John Muir Lodge?

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

Does John Muir Lodge feature a casino at the property?

No, John Muir Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at John Muir Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at John Muir Lodge?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a restaurant, a terrace, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

Does John Muir Lodge have a hot tub?

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

Does John Muir Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, John Muir Lodge serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Grant Grove Restaurant.

Does John Muir Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at John Muir Lodge?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Can I book a room with a balcony at John Muir Lodge?

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

John Muir Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 254 out of 660 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 660 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 660 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 660 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 660 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tanya

Beautiful location. Poor eating options. Had run out of drinks in lodge so didnt sit in lovely sitting area as no drinks, snacks.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a fantastic stay we had at John Muir Lodge! Every detail was perfect, from the coffee in the lobby in REAL ceramic mugs, friendly and helpful staff, clean comfortable rooms, quick walk to a fantastic restaurant, gift shop and market at Cedar Grove! I cannot say enough. Highly recommend. Anyone with anything negative to say about the lodge should go stay at a fancy hotel in civilization…you just don’t get it IYKYK
Helpful sign in the lobby upon arrival
A quick hike from the lodge near the General Grant tree
General Grant did not disappoint and was a short hike from the lodge
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bring your own food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for what we wanted. Quiet and right in the park. It made getting around Kings Canyon and Sequoia Parks so much easier and saved a lot on drive times.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay when visiting Kings Canyon and Sequoia parks! Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
In an excellent location, enjoyed my visitor there. Everyone was very polite
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Einat

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Di

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

6/10 Okay

Matteo

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The overall experience was good but I found the dining offer very poor and bad organized
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

rosalina

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

4/10 Poor

DIANE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Worse bed I have ever slept in !!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

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

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lodge and its employees are amazing! Everyone is very friendly. WiFi and cell service are spotty and not extremely reliable if that is important to you. The location is amazing if you are spending time in Kings Canyon or Hume Lake. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
No frills, No ac but all worth it for convenience and location. Would stay again. Big lobby area with games/activities provodes
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Candace, Diamond Springs

Traveled with family
John Muir Lodge is great for those wanting a basic inside-the-park experience. The rocking chairs on the porches were delightful! Our two queen room was nice and clean and included a small fridge. The only dining in the area is the park run concession which is pricey and not very good. Convenience of having a nice place to sleep close to the sights is worth it though since it is a long drive to just about any of the other available lodging.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly Staff, decent rooms. Except the shower was really short. Loved the location. Loved the rocking chairs on the decks. Would have liked a few more microwaves in the main area. But the service at the Grant Grove village was super slow and they were way under staffed! However, we Definitely will come back again! But with more of our own food!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Peaceful Stay

Great experience staying inside the park. No A/C, but plenty cool enough with window open and fan on. Appreciated how quiet it was. No frills, but clean and enjoyable. Coffee in the room and in the lobby, breakfast for purchase down the hill in the park restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela, Bartlett

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great way to see both National Parks in a timely and convenient way. We went in May, so the rooms not having air conditioning was fine. The restaurant wasn’t running at normal hours, so that was a bit frustrating, but we navigated it and overall enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

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

Awesome

Great place right in the middle of the action.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Very convenient being in Kings Canyon National Park. The rooms were quite dated & loud. Room 102 should be turned into the housekeeping closet since it is right under the stairs & you can hear every step. The restaurant didn’t have a lot of options & was slow but it was something. There is a microwave & coffee in the lobby so that was helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

alfredo

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia Vasanthi

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel .It had WiFi and access to all places and right in the middle of everything
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025