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Cedar Lodge

2.0 star property
Beach hotel near Sierra National Forest

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

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
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Yosemite Valley
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪44 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 - 7 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 15 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Yosemite Valley - 19 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Tunnel View - 28 min drive - 18.2 miles
  • Badger Pass Ski Area - 52 min drive - 32.0 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.

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
  • 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
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • Mini-fridge
  • 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

  • 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 May 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cedar Lodge on May 29, 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. 778 out of 1828 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 617 out of 1828 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 294 out of 1828 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 89 out of 1828 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1828 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

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

6/10 Okay

Izak

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Evan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Indoor pool was great, restaurant was lacking. Nice to have a store in the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

10/10 Excellent

Israel

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

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabienne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great gift shop
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Vikram

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the room. It was nice and cosy, and more than what I expected it to be.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Setul

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Hemchandra

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here a few times and like the cleanliness and friendly staff. Nice property. Fireplace wasn't working in one of the rooms but other than that a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Nidhi

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not so great experience with no hot water and the cleanliness bar being low.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

fe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Martina

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

Very unpleasant stay

There was mold in the sink. No toilet paper holder. The shower water fluctuated from extreme cold to scalding hot. No microwave like pictures show. Lady at front desk was very unfriendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My friends and I appreciated how Cedar Lodge was more affordable, and that it was a reasonable drive from the El Portal entrance of Yosemite National Park! The rooms were kept very clean and neat. We also appreciated how they have a Store onsite that is well stocked with food, drinks, and souvenirs! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff is very friendly, attentive, and accommodating. The game room was fun and we appreciated the lounge and gift shop on site. There is a YART stop in the parking lot. The little picnic area across the street that is cute and comfy. I felt safe in a space with little nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
would return
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice property, rooms are really nice, been remodeled and fixed up nice since the last time I was there. Only issue was two big tour buses took up all the parking spaces in right in front of the rooms, so had to park across the other side of the lot from my room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thelma

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

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great Experience Overall

Check-in was easy, room was clean, internet worked flawlessly, staff were friendly, very easy access to Yosemite by car Light feedback: shower hot water takes a minute or two to kick in, onsite coffee shop felt severely understaffed on a weekend morning but the lady working it was doing her best and was kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

10/10 Excellent

Suchit Raj, Hyderabad

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and great rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Would definitely stay again next time visiting Yosemite.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025