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Cedar Lodge

2.0 star property
Beach hotel near Sierra National Forest

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Fishing
Gazebo
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
9966 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318
  • El Portal Market
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Yosemite Valley
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Tub and kitchenette) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Tub and kitchenette)

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed ( Spa Tub ) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed ( Spa Tub )

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (with kitchenette) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (with kitchenette)

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Murphy Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (with sofa sleeper)

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (with sofa sleeper)

  • Mountain view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

El Portal

On river.At this El Portal hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Sierra National Forest and 6 miles (10 km) of El Portal Market. Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance is within 9 miles (15 km) and Yosemite Valley is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • El Portal Market - 6 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 12 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Yosemite Valley - 15 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Tunnel View - 26 min drive - 16.4 miles
  • El Capitan - 26 min drive - 16.8 miles

Getting around

  • Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) - 127 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The River Restaurant & Lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Parkside Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Canyon Bar & Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cedar House Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Little Bear Pizza - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Cedar Lodge

Beach hotel near Sierra National Forest
Cedar Lodge offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, an indoor pool, a lazy river, and a hot tub. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 904 square feet (84 square meters) and includes conference space. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Cedar Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This El Portal hotel is smoke free.

  • 210 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 6 buildings
  • 904 sq ft of conference space
  • 84 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1978
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Convenience store
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Cedar Lodge offers 210 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels.

This El Portal hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. Irons/ironing boards, hair dryers, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM.

Property is also known as

Cedar Lodge El Portal
Cedar Lodge Hotel
Cedar Lodge Hotel El Portal
Cedar El Portal
Cedar Lodge Yosemite
Cedar Hotel El Portal
Cedar Lodge Hotel
Cedar Lodge El Portal
Cedar Lodge Hotel El Portal

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cedar Lodge to the airport?

Cedar Lodge is 27.4 mi (38-min drive) away from the Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cedar Lodge?

As of Apr 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cedar Lodge on Apr 28, 2025 start from $259.0, 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.

Does Cedar Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cedar Lodge.

How close is Cedar Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is 16.4 mi (30-min drive) from Cathedral Beach.

Does Cedar Lodge offer free breakfast?

Cedar Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cedar Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Cedar Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cedar Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Cedar Lodge have a pool?

Cedar Lodge features an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9 AM to 10 PM.

Does Cedar Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Cedar Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Cedar Lodge to downtown El Portal?

Cedar Lodge is 0.3 mi away from Incline.

Cedar Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 757 out of 1827 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 627 out of 1827 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 296 out of 1827 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 94 out of 1827 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1827 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Theodore

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice game room but to cold in there And the hot tub was extremely hot. Other than that we had a nice comfortable suite with a private room for mom and dad
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ivonne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Die Frühstücksmöglichkeit war leider sehr spärlich, vieles gab es gar nicht und insgesamt war es dann auch zu teuer. Die Lodge selbst war in Ordnung und ist gut gelegen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ventura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

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

8/10 Good

Terren

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

YUNYI

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inhwan

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love to stay at this hotel convenient and close to National Park!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Griffith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a great location, about 25 minutes from the Yosemite gate. The staff was really nice. We would come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and very helpful, will definitely stay here again when visiting Yosemite
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armando Del

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a beautiful experience at cedar lodge. They have the river close by and a market in lobby. We enjoyed the indoor pool, jacuzzi and game room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Ajit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The internet was very unreliable. They do have a disclaimer that the speed will be slow if there are many users but it was always slow and unreliable. Even at noon when most people were outside, it was still pretty bad. Definitely not a place if you want to do some work from the room
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kavimal

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

sairam

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice experience
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

JGK

Traveled with family
I likes the free coffee and tea. The large room en the surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

Great location, well kept

Great location to Yosemite NP. Well kept accomodation and couldn’t fault.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
No frills hotel with great customer service. My only concern is that they don’t use bottom sheets on the beds, only top sheets. So if you move around you’re exposed to the bare mattress, which raises sanitary concerns for me. However, the customer service far surpasses the Ahwanee, which is supposed to be a four star hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Manoj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The surroundings were beautiful. The hot tub in the room really hit the spot after a day of hiking in Yosemite
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

wen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to yosemite, have heat, have wifi
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Cedar Lodge is Great!

It’s a nice hotel, perfectly meets my needs, I return year after year to visit with my family!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, but they didn’t have a good breakfast restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024