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Yosemite View Lodge

2.5 star property
Family-friendly stay near Yosemite National Park

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available

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11136 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318
  • Yosemite National Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • El Portal Market
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 416 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic River View 2 Room Unit, Family Apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Classic River View 2 Room Unit, Family Apartment

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 390 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)
  • 416 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster

Redwood Two Bedroom Apartment

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 690 sq ft
  • 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 962 sq ft
  • River view
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(168 reviews)
  • 416 sq ft
  • River view
  • 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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 635 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic 2 Room unit Family apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Classic 2 Room unit Family apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(113 reviews)
  • 390 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic River View King bed with Sleeper Sofa

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 416 sq ft
  • River view
  • 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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)
  • 506 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

El Portal

On river.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Yosemite National Park and Sierra National Forest. Also, Merced River is within half a mile (1 km) and El Portal Market is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Yosemite National Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • El Portal Market - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Yosemite Valley - 10 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Tunnel View - 19 min drive - 11.0 miles

Getting around

  • Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) - 134 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The River Restaurant & Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Parkside Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Canyon Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cedar House Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Little Bear Pizza - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Yosemite View Lodge

Family-friendly stay near Yosemite National Park
Yosemite View Lodge offers its guests 3 outdoor swimming pools, a lazy river, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a snack bar/deli and a grocery/convenience store. 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/game room are also featured at the family-friendly Yosemite View Lodge. Self parking is free.

This El Portal hotel is smoke free.

  • 336 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 6 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Convenience store
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Yosemite View Lodge offers 336 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

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

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 transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck 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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

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 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
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

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 110 lbs 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day.

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.

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

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, 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
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. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 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
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Yosemite View El Portal
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Yosemite View Lodge El Portal
Yosemite View Hotel El Portal
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Yosemite View Lodge to the airport?

Yosemite View Lodge is 33.1 mi (45-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 Yosemite View Lodge?

As of Jul 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yosemite View Lodge on Aug 12, 2025 start from $332.49, 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 Yosemite View Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Yosemite View Lodge.

How close is Yosemite View Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is 10.7 mi (23-min drive) from Cathedral Beach.

Does Yosemite View Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Yosemite View Lodge, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 9.00 and 25.00 per person.

Is there a casino at Yosemite View Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Yosemite View Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Yosemite View Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Yosemite View Lodge have a pool?

Yosemite View Lodge features 3 outdoor pools and an indoor pool.

Does Yosemite View Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Yosemite View Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Yosemite View Lodge to downtown El Portal?

Yosemite View Lodge is 0.9 mi away from El Portal.

Yosemite View Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1711 out of 3336 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 956 out of 3336 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 408 out of 3336 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 165 out of 3336 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 96 out of 3336 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas, West Chester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property is continently located to YART shuttle.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Adaeze

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is nice and has everything you’ll need. Property has great views and is close to Yosemite park entrance
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zih-Jyun

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yosemite View Lodge is very good. I like it very much. I will come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Radhika

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Abhishekh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

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

Nice location outside the park

This is a great location right outside Yosemite. We enjoyed the pool and large game room and river view from our back deck. Having a restaurant right next door after a long day is a great perk as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Samuel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Pros: - Great location for Yosemite - close to the park entrance. - Room was quiet. - Adequate parking. - Nice game room, although many games were broken. - Indoor pool Cons: -Housekeeping didn't come to clean the room despite asking for service at check-in. It took a number of calls to get clean towels on the second day. -The restaurant was overpriced, and the food left much to be desired. -The beds were too soft, the shower drain was clogged, and the bathroom door was very noisy when opening or closing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jiaquan

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

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our room. Our tween daughter loved the spiral staircase and having her own space upstairs. The restaurant was good and having a store inside that had items you could grab or heat up was nice. The only thing i would change is that I wouldve booked a room with a water view because the view is amazing on that side.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ketan

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to Yosemite and Merced River
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Traveled with family and small children
The location is great but the rooms are dated. The beds were not comfy either. The food was poor but expensive. We wished we would have stayed for one night instead of two.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlida

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vince

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bambi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a room right on the river. It was wonderful to be able to sit out on the porch and relax after a day full of hiking.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

raymond j

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view along river from our room was amazing. Proximity to park was excellant. 2 restaurants were adequate, not gourmet but good. Be careful about ordering pancakes as they are huge. For some crazy reason, no one else used the hot tubs at pool but us and they were very nice. Only negative was the internet. It was bad. Like something out of rhe 1990s.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Xiaojun

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Close to the park, location is very good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. Close to park entrance. New clean. Much nicer than properties in park both the ahwahnee and Yosemite valley lodge. Staff was excellent and the river at back door made it. Not sure I’d feel same about highway side. Pools and Hot tubs immaculate. Laundry room 👍. Beds and cooking area perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ericson

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rajat

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Closeness to the park
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Everything was very good except for the beds/mattresses which were worn out and in need of replacement.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly welcome. They had a variety of food and gifts at their store, including vegan soup. We accidentally locked our bathroom door and the maintenance man was there within minutes. Beautiful location and so close to the park entrance!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025