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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
  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk

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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, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe River View King Spa

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 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, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic River View 2 Room Unit, Family Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 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, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 King Bed, Riverside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 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
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 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
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 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, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe River View 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(187 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 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, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic 2 Room unit Family apartment

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 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, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(117 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, free WiFi, bed sheets

King and Queen Loft

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • 506 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 and Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cedar Lodge Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Parkside Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Pink Palace - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Yosemite View Lodge

Family-friendly stay near Yosemite National Park
As a guest of Yosemite View Lodge, you'll find 4 outdoor swimming pools and 7 hot tubs. 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 free in public spaces.

There are 2 meeting rooms available. 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
  • Meeting rooms
  • 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.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

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
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • 7 hot tubs
  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground

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
  • 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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Yosemite View Lodge Hotel El Portal

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 Sep 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yosemite View Lodge on Sep 20, 2025 start from $290.49, 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 4 outdoor pools.

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. 1799 out of 3478 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 980 out of 3478 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 417 out of 3478 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 173 out of 3478 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 109 out of 3478 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

Patrick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. I broke a coffee pot and they didn’t charge me.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Akira

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Malgorzata

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room (no. 2000) great view but no internet at all !! not even once!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shalin, Springfield

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views. Poor wifi
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gaurav

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are good and many amenities with game room and pool. Good dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

George

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

Nonexistent WiFi

Wifi is basically non existent. Unable to access web unless extremely early morning or late at night. Very difficult to plan or access information when web access so limited. They need to reevaluate peak access requirements and improve the bandwidth. This is a major issue when no cell phone service is available from any provider. A major shortfall for a facility that advertises as a retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jagdish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very developed for being in a low population area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and literally just a few minutes from the gate to Yosemite. It was wonderful just sitting on the balcony and relaxing and watching the river after a long day at the park. Hotel has obviously been there for many years and it is showing its age, but we found it perfectly acceptable.
View from our balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and ambiance. However, did not like that the restaurant and bar were only open until 8:30 p.m. Pools were nice, however, did not like layout of room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sukjin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The stay had great views of the river and convenient access to Yosemite National Park (less than 30 minutes to Yosemite Valley). The game room had a lot of fun and free games. The gift shop and on-site market by the lobby had great items at affordable prices. I did not like the condition of the room and the amount of bugs. I thought the rooms were outdated. The WiFi internet was non-existent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the river and close to the park, friendly staff and great amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aihua

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. Kids love the pools and game room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Comfortable stay, large rooms. A little dated but we loved having the a small kitchen in the room!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Convenient to the park

Great hotel right next door to the park. We had a nice sized room next to the river which was an amazing view. When the door was open, the sound of the river was loud, however, when shut, it muffled the sound well. Beds were very comfortable. TV reception was intermittent, dropping out occasionally and low quality picture. Internet non existent. Room had a small kitchenette, with crockery, pans and utensils. Apart from the internet, we really liked this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our family of 6 loved staying there!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajesh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and beautiful river view
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Randall

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stsy at the Yosemite View Lodge. The location absolutely can't be beaten – being right on the Merced River and just minutes from the park entrance made exploring Yosemite incredibly convenient. Our room was comfortable and clean, providing a great rest after our days of hiking. Overall, if you're looking for a comfortable and perfectly situated base for your Yosemite adventure, Yosemite View Lodge is an excellent choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, right outside the park
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Teri

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jenny

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to Yosemite. Way over priced for the quality. The woman who checked me in was rude and unfriendly. The Wifi was terrible. The bathroom was nice and newly remodeled. The lighting seemed to have a short in it or just didnt work, Im not sure. The power for the light downstairs was located upstairs which doesn’t even make sense but I think it might have something to do with the short? All in all I wish I had driven the extra 40 min to another place because this was not worth the price at all. If it had been $150 I probably wouldnt have taken the time to review it. But over $400 for this??
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen, coventry

Traveled with family
Proximity to the park and in room facilities were good. Limited overall hotel facilities with WiFi became unusable after 6pm, possibly due to number of guests. Room and hotel seemed "slightly tired"
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Location was perfect for sneaking into the park before the crowds. The river view rooms and pools were a plus as well.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Zhendong

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
room is large enough, clean. restroom water line blockage, one of two electric stoves was not working, the mattress is too old to comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025