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Cedar Lodge

2.0 star property
Beach hotel near Sierra National Forest

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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9966 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318
  • Place, El Portal Market
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Yosemite Valley
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (with sofa sleeper)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(85 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 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 )

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(88 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Murphy Bed

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

Deluxe Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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 - 6.1 miles
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 11 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Yosemite Valley - 14 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Tunnel View - 22 min drive - 18.2 miles
  • Badger Pass Ski Area - 40 min drive - 32.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The River Restaurant and Lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • Cedar Lodge Restaurant
  • ‪Parkside Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Pink Palace - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Cedar Lodge

Beach hotel near Sierra National Forest
Cedar Lodge offers its guests 3 hot tubs, an indoor pool, and a seasonal outdoor pool. 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.

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Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate
  • 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
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 3 hot tubs
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing
  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

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
  • Mini-fridge

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 Nov 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cedar Lodge on Nov 3, 2025 start from $123.01, 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

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 951 out of 2121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 697 out of 2121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 328 out of 2121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 93 out of 2121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 2121 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to Yosemite and nice grill and bar
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very well kept. First and foremost it was clean and safe. I was able to park right outside my door (as I believe everyone can). Everything in the room functioned well. It was a very large room, so there was no shuffling around the bed. It's not far from the gate at Yosemite, so you can be in the park early.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Hotel was clean and well maintained. Staff were a little odd but not rude. Restaurant attached to hotel was not great, would not recommend. Great location if you want to go into the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tyler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were happy with this stay. It was nice and clean. The river across the way was nice. Pools were fantastic. Get your towels at the lobby. Wish the coffee was complimentary (instead of $3.25 for a basic cup!) Overall we’d stay again though.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margarita

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

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was very convenient and the restaurant was good. There was very limited WiFi
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kristy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margarita

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our one night stay was perfect for getting into Yosemite. The Merced River across the street was a highlight for my kids. The size of the room and spacious bathroom was great. My kids loved the sleepover on the sofa bed. We really wanted to stay an extra night but there were no rooms available. The staff was great and convenient restaurant on premises. My kids also like the game room and indoor pool.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was great. Staff was okay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Veronica

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

8/10 Good

VINOD KUMAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Views are great from this property and close to the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the staff! They are beyond friendly and helpful. There is a picnic area across the street right along the river. They have a restaurant onsite with good food. A small market with all the essentials. The gift shop is nice as well. Not too far from the Yosemite NP entrance.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Roberto

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
everything was good the lack of tv entertainment for the evening lacks a lot to be honest. Since there is no cell service and wifi is spotty it can make for a dull evening with family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property location to yosemite is only 10 miles or so making it very easy in and out of park. Everything is maintained well..especially the chandelier pool.Added bonus is the riverfront beach across the street setup with tables chairs and grills...very nice setup! Definately recommend for everyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David, Escondido

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If ever, we are going back in the area will consider staying in this place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Graciela

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Nice. Rooms: bedding appears to be worn but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Artur

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alana, PITTSBURGH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great! Orlando in the gift shop was very helpful. The restaurant food was mediocre. Glad we only had one meal there!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jerald, Hollister

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the river access. Wish there would of been more chairs to sit in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and felt safe, but needs updatied renovations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Bulat

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

??

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to the stream, nice quite area in the mountain
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Chandima

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Average

Staff was very helpful. The place was ok. The beds were not comfortable. Restaurant was overly expensive and the food was average at best. Rooms were clean. No elevators or ramps to take bags upstairs into the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay and pretty close to Yosemite!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025