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Yosemite Gateway Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Lee Vining

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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51340 Highway 395, Lee Vining, CA, 93514
  • Place, Mono Lake Committee Information Center
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mono Basin National Forest Scenic Area Visitor Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, June Mountain Ski Area
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mammoth Lakes, CA (MMH-Mammoth Yosemite)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (Family Suite)

  • Lake view
  • 498 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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2 Queen Deluxe with A/C, Microwave and Refridgeratpr - Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Lee Vining

Yosemite Gateway Motel places you next to Mono Lake Committee Information Center and within a 15-minute walk of Mono Basin National Forest Scenic Area Visitor Center. This 18-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like express check-in, express check-out, and a terrace.
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What's nearby

  • Mono Lake Committee Information Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mono Basin National Forest Scenic Area Visitor Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mono Lake - 8 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • June Mountain Ski Area - 25 min drive - 18.8 miles
  • June Mountain - 40 min drive - 21.7 miles

Getting around

  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 157 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whoa Nellie Deli - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mono Cone - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Latte Da Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nicely's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Basin Cafe, Lee Vining - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Yosemite Gateway Motel

Motel in Lee Vining
Yosemite Gateway Motel offers express check-in, express check-out, and a terrace. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours. Additional amenities include a vending machine and a garden.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, portable fans, and free toiletries.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Seasonal Road Closure Notice: HWY 120 (Tioga Pass) generally closes for the winter from late October through late June. Daily closures can also occur during periods of inclement weather in spring and fall. The Eastern entrance to Yosemite National Park is located 45 minutes from Mammoth Lakes. Yosemite's Eastern Gate or Tuolumne Meadows is not accessible when Tioga Pass is closed. All other Yosemite National Park entrances are open year round. Guests are advised to check local road conditions/closures before travel with the California Department of Transportation at www.dot.ca.gov or by calling 800-427-7623.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 15 and April 4.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

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, 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services.

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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Yosemite Gateway Motel?

Yosemite Gateway Motel provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see around Yosemite Gateway Motel?

This motel is located in Lee Vining within a short 15-minute walk of Mono Basin National Forest Scenic Area Visitor Center. Mono Lake is also within a driving distance of 3.3 mi.

Will I be able to park at Yosemite Gateway Motel?

No, there isn't parking at this motel.

Does Yosemite Gateway Motel include a casino?

No, Yosemite Gateway Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Yosemite Gateway Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Yosemite Gateway Motel have a hot tub?

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

Does Yosemite Gateway Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Yosemite Gateway Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Yosemite Gateway Motel have connecting rooms?

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

What is the closest airport to Yosemite Gateway Motel?

The closest major airport to Yosemite Gateway Motel is Mammoth Lakes, CA (MMH-Mammoth Yosemite), which is about 27.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Yosemite Gateway Motel?

Yes, some guestrooms at Yosemite Gateway Motel offer a balcony and may feature lake views.

Yosemite Gateway Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 307 out of 914 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 350 out of 914 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 157 out of 914 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 914 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 914 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent road side motel, plenty of parking, clean, friendly staff very helpful. excellent location for access to Yosemite via tiogo pass entrance
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eldon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, comfortable bed and very nice bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

RYAN

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, quiet area, scenic
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I booked a lake bow room, but I don’t have a lake view from my room. The bathtub cannot hold the water to run a hot tub.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Weixing

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay and too see Mono Lake.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little motel to overnight at while on a long road trip. The room was clean and surprisingly well appointed. Wish the water pressure in the shower was better.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Renovated bathroom was very nice. Safety of locking sliding glass door not very good at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lovely QUIET little motel. The rooms face Mono Lake and the wall on the hwy has no windows, so VERY QUIET. Clean, great TV movies too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, slow toilet that needed a plunger. Probably biggest issue was not realizing until we arrived that our motel was RIGHT on the main road through town, with our room door opening up to that street/road’s sidewalk, so traffic noise was an issue. But it was nice having two good restaurants literally right across that street.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Balcony view is best.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view from our front door, clean room, was a great overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property is a bit unusual in that some of the rooms have sliding glass doors as the outside wall. It was a bit disconcerting and not as quiet as a regular wall might be at keeping out outside noise. However, the staff were all exceptionally nice and they clearly pay attention to small details around the property and in the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

James, Oxnard

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

8/10 Good

Kim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Got end room overlooking Mono Lake which was nice. Store across the street. Adequate parking. Basic amenities. Comfortable beds. Basic no frills shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Keith

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carla

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Laura

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room looked much better online than in person. There was no visible view of the lake , the room was quite small and there were mice in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Redmond

Well maintained facility. Right in the middle of town. Great parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

SAM, Leander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good motel, very small town.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located in Lee Vining. Walkable dining and market. With convenient access to Tioga pass and the Yosemite high country. And the beauty of Mono lake and Eastern Sierra.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a cute, quiet and romantic place. Right at the edge of Yosemite park. The wife and I loved it. We will definitely be staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cora

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

10/10 Excellent

rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were allowed to change our reservation the night before we were to check in! The view outside of our room towards Nevada was delightful with a balcony. Very clean. Pleasantly surprised, great staff. Love the place.
View outside of our room from the balcony
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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