Yosemite Riverside Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel near Rainbow Pool in Groveland

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Exterior
Free self parking
Property grounds
Living area
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Upstairs River View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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11399 Cherry Lake Road, Groveland, CA, 95321
  • Place, Rainbow Pool
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Pine Mountain Lake
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪85 min drive‬

Room options

Standard, 1 Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed Downstairs River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Yosemite Sutie, 2 Bedroom & Living Room

  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King 2 Queen Bed, Full Kitchen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive Suite, 3 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen 1 Sofabed, Full Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard 1 Queen, 1 Cot

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Upstairs River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

River View Cabin Duplex, Two Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Groveland

On river.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Rainbow Pool and 12 miles (20 km) of Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance with a stay here. Pine Mountain Lake is 17.5 mi (28.2 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Rainbow Pool - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Yosemite National Park - 17 min drive - 12.4 miles
  • Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance - 19 min drive - 13.5 miles
  • Pine Mountain Lake - 29 min drive - 19.5 miles
  • Yosemite Valley - 54 min drive - 31.3 miles

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tangled Hearts Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • Lucky Buck Cafe
  • ‪Lucky Buck - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tangled Hearts Bakery - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Yosemite Riverside Inn

Hotel near Rainbow Pool in Groveland
As a guest of Yosemite Riverside Inn, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. Public spaces have free wired Internet. Yosemite Riverside Inn also features a garden, a picnic area, and a microwave in a common area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Groveland hotel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1940
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Yosemite Riverside Inn offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers. Televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge); free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Yosemite Riverside Groveland
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Yosemite Riverside Inn to the airport?

Yosemite Riverside Inn is 44 mi (75-min drive) away from the Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Yosemite Riverside Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Yosemite Riverside Inn.

Does Yosemite Riverside Inn offer free breakfast?

Yosemite Riverside Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Yosemite Riverside Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Yosemite Riverside Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Yosemite Riverside Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Yosemite Riverside Inn have a pool?

Yosemite Riverside Inn does not have a pool.

Does Yosemite Riverside Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Yosemite Riverside Inn to downtown Groveland?

Yosemite Riverside Inn is 12.4 mi away from Groveland.

Yosemite Riverside Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 342 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 362 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 189 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1000 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ekta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the stay, it was just 11miles from the Yosemite entrance.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

john

Great location nice and quite and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Swati

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had a warm home feeling and the location was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

samir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place for a getaway weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the surrounding area, the river and restaurant close by😀
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was just what I was looking for, a nice cabin by the river, perfect place to stay when visiting Yosemite!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely environment, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great accessibility to Yosemite.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Great place out in the middle of nowhere to be away from it all.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Meaghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you’re looking for somewhere to stay while visiting Yosemite this is a great option. Rooms are just as listed and you feel as if you’re in the park!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Adriana

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

Great Stay!

The room was very clean and the Inn quality was great for the cabin-style we chose. We had limited options for choosing a place to stay on our trip and we are very glad we chose to stay here! The location is convenient as well (when the roads aren’t closed to the park)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Staff & service
Perfect spot for access to the National park entrance. Quiet rooms and a pretty creek to swim in below the accommodation
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness
It was very cozy and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Deiver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really nice when we asked for information on where to eat and how to get to the park. The rooms were clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Tracey

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

Close to Yosemite

Located close to Yosemite
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it, cant say anymore..it was so relaxing after a day at Yosemite..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Thadeus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful property the staff were amazing. Can’t go wrong with a beauty and splendor right outside your door.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay! I visted with my gf (we're lgbt ), and we felt safe and welcomed. The staff was very helpful and great to interact with. Having the kitchenette to prep our food for hikes and the grills by the river for dinner was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Barrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a standard room which was perfect for our needs with a fridge and microwave. It was clean and comfortable and the Inn setting by the river is lovely. Also in easy reach of Yosemite valley.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great access to Yosemite. Lucky Buck’s is a great restaurant not far from the property. Very clean rooms. Friendly, courteous staff. We were very happy with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to Yosemite entrance. 20 minutes from a little store and restaurant. Good basic ammenities, very clean, very quiet. Ill probably stay here again the next time I go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Prem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good place to stay..!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Evonnia

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

The best spot.

Very small, quaint, and peaceful. Kind reception folks, and jus simply a very calm & quiet place to be thats just 20 minutes away from Yosemite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022