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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
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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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)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(86 reviews)
  • 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 )

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 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

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

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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
(82 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • 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 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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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 Sep 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cedar Lodge on Sep 8, 2025 start from $203.73, 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. 892 out of 2004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 659 out of 2004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 314 out of 2004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 2004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 2004 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margarita

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

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool, hottub, restaurant too
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marry Pamela F

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lodge is clean and well maintained. Hidden beach in front of the property that looks amazing. WiFi was spotty and it’s inconvenient that the only microwave available is in the lobby. Two dining options and two pools available inside and an outdoor. Free parking, coffee is $3.00. Gas station 5 miles away, might want to gas up to full tank though before heading in and possible buy groceries or snacks you need cause prices on the mini markets is higher. Closer than other major hotels to Yosemite’s but still 30 to 2 hour drive to major trail heads in Yosemite depending on your destination at Yosemite.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jody

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
N/A
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food the restaurant offers is very low quality and expensive. The breakfast buffet is also over priced with low quality food.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jim

This place is just too far away from the Yosemite entrance, and it was a bit too pricey.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brett

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little pricey for the quality of the room but the surrounding accommodations and access to the park are great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was fit for purpose, dining in the bistro was very average. Would we recommend eating there. No it was pretty average food and poor service to be honest. The pool and hot tub was a great addition. Would we stay again? Yes but would sort out other arrangements for dinner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Traveled with family
Disliked: Room comfort
First the bad: WI-FI in the room was non-existent. TV reception was horrible. A/C barely ever kicked on, room was very hot. The good: The location . Located across the street from a beautiful river with a beach and lounge chairs, picnic tables and grills. The pool and hot tub area is also very nice. Overall, the hotel is t great, but there are limited options for Yosemite, so if you need a place close by, it’s decent.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The exterior was well taken care of and the pools were great. Check-in and check-out was easy and the workers were pleasant. Proximity to the park was a huge plus! Coffee should have been free in the lobby and a continental breakfast should have been available for those leaving for the park before the restaurant opened at 7:00!! (And it was out of our budget)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and helpful with information. Will definitely visit this hotel again soon
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mai

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Yusuf

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

wenlu

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Corinne

Traveled with family
Location near Yosemite was very convenient. Hard to find at night since it's a few miles past the town in the address and our phone GPS/data had pour signal. Room was basic and not updated in awhile. Toilet handle wouldn't flush so had to take the lid off and pull the plunger. Hair dryer on the wall didn't work. Didn't find the one in the bag until leaving. All items in the grocery/convenience store were overpriced. Breakfast in restaurant had only buffet option at $28/person. Not what we were needing before a long days hiking. We didn't use any other amenities and were only there for 8 hours.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and easily accessible to Yosemite.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Natalia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The refrigerator was not working when we got there. Which made it a bit inconvenient since it was hot. Once we called maintenance they took care of it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice and accommodating and had helpful recommendations.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meng-Jen

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