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Yosemite View Lodge

2.5 star property

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King and Queen Loft | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Classic River View 2 Room Unit, Family Apartment | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
11136 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318
  • El Portal Market
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Yosemite National Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe River View King Spa | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe River View King Spa

  • River view
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic River View 2 Room Unit, Family Apartment | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster

Classic River View 2 Room Unit, Family Apartment

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Mountain view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 King Bed, Riverside | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

1 King Bed, Riverside

  • Lake view
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster

Redwood Two Bedroom Apartment

  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa 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

  • River view
  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Deluxe River View 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe River View 2 Queen Beds

  • River view
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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

  • River view
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic 2 Room unit Family apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster

Classic 2 Room unit Family apartment

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic River View King bed with Sleeper Sofa

  • River view
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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King and Queen Loft | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

King and Queen Loft

  • Mountain view
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Yosemite View Lodge

Riverfront hotel with 2 restaurants and 3 outdoor pools
2 restaurants, 3 outdoor pools and an indoor pool are available at this smoke-free hotel. Self parking is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a lazy river are on-site. Bathrooms are shared.
Yosemite View Lodge offers 336 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Kitchenettes offer fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an indoor pool. Other recreational amenities include a lazy river and Access to hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the pool at Yosemite View Lodge. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Yosemite National Park. Features include free self-parking, plus 3 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants.
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • WiFi for a fee
  • Splash around at the lazy river or swim in the indoor and 3 outdoor pools
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, convenience store and a gift shop
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the comfy beds and cleanliness
  • 9 minutes by foot from Yosemite National Park and a 5-minute drive from Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
  • Local-area shuttle service available for a fee
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
Yosemite View Lodge offers its guests 3 outdoor swimming pools, a lazy river, an indoor pool, and Access to hot tub. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a nearby snack bar/deli and a nearby corner/local shop. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee.

Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly Yosemite View Lodge. Self parking is free.

This El Portal hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily.
The River Restaurant – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Parkside Pizza – This diner only serves lunch.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 9.99 per 24-hour period)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 9.99 per night)

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry 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
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Parkside Pizza
  • The River Restaurant

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • 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
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • 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

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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
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.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday:
  • Restaurant
  • Indoor pool
  • Hot tub
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Indoor pool
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 110 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Administrative fee: USD 5.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 9.00 to 25.00 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 9.99 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 9.99 per night (rates may vary)
  • 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 may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. Guests who plan to drive should contact this property in advance for more details (e.g. directions). For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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

Yosemite View Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1675 out of 3278 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 952 out of 3278 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 393 out of 3278 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 163 out of 3278 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 95 out of 3278 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shayn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome! Nothing bad to say, very nice staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda Ann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful location. The room and amenities were amazing. We felt very welcomed and enjoyed the trip. Make sure to bring food with you, because there is very limited dining and grocery options.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thuy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is close to Yosemite entrance. Nice view of the surrounding. Safe and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

kirt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great way to see the park and the rooms are great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet during slow season. Friendly staff. Clean rooms. Warm heater on a cold night. Can’t ask for more
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

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

10/10 Excellent

Arijit

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Review
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johannes

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is amazing but the Expedia service is non existent
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Sivakumar

Travelled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property charged additional amount for booking thru expedia. I suggest to book directly on the property if anyone still considering staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The grounds were pretty. The restaurant was awesome. Beds were comfy. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Morgan Hill

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Ann

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views and easy access to Yosemite National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely location. No hot water at all; barely warm one shower out of three.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

River view

Incredible room with a river view and jet tub in the room!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilver

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

erick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The game group is super amazing for kids and adults as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noreene

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa, Livermore

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

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like the close proximity to Yosemite and the accessibility of food and supplies at the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonably priced considered others are 2x. Front desk girl with glasses and long hair was a bit rude. I found hair on the toilet and bath tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Asked for river view room which cost $70+ tax per night even though it was off season. The tub was large jacuzzi tub we couldn’t use because there wasn’t enough hot water to make it comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrence Wai Kai

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025