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Yosemite View Lodge

Property class: 2.5

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A river with a rocky riverbank, a tree, and outdoor furniture with an umbrella.
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A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a fireplace, a television, and a large window with blinds.
A concrete pathway alongside a river with trees and rocks.
A hotel with a pool area, including two pools and lounge chairs.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is $380
$335 nightly
$380 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14

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11136 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318
  • Place, Yosemite National Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, El Portal Market
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Yosemite Valley
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for King and Queen Loft

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, two bedside lamps, a telephone, and a painting on the wall.

King and Queen Loft

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 506 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for 1 King Bed, Riverside

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and two lamps.

1 King Bed, Riverside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 416 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Redwood Two Bedroom Apartment

A compact kitchen with a stove, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, and sink.

Redwood Two Bedroom Apartment

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 690 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Luxury River View King Bed Majestic Suite

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a small table with a remote control. There is a window with blinds, a jacuzzi tub, and a sink.

Luxury River View King Bed Majestic Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • River view
  • 635 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe River View 2 Bedroom Family Suite

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a sofa, and a ceiling fan.

Deluxe River View 2 Bedroom Family Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • River view
  • 962 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Classic River View 2 Room Unit, Family Apartment

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Classic River View 2 Room Unit, Family Apartment

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic 2 Room unit Family apartment

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and framed pictures on the wall.

Classic 2 Room unit Family apartment

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

Classic River View King bed with Sleeper Sofa

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)
  • River view
  • 416 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard 2 Queens, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 390 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe River View 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a table, and a lamp.

Deluxe River View 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(275 reviews)
  • River view
  • 416 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(155 reviews)
  • 390 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe River View King Spa

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a striped bedspread, two chairs, a small table, and a desk.

Deluxe River View King Spa

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)
  • River view
  • 416 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

APARTMENT TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 10

APARTMENT CLASSIC TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 10

APARTMENT CLASSIC TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 10

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About the neighborhood

El Portal

When you stay at Yosemite View Lodge in El Portal, you'll be on a river, within a 5-minute drive of Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance. .This family-friendly hotel is 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Yosemite Valley and 15.8 mi (25.4 km) from Yosemite Falls.

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
  • Yosemite Visitor Center - 32 min drive - 16.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cedar Lodge Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The River Restaurant and Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Parkside Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • Mobile - Whoa Nellie Deli
  • ‪The Pink Palace - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Yosemite View Lodge

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. 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.

4 outdoor swimming pools and 7 hot tubs are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 336 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands. Additional features at this hotel include tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area, and barbecue grills. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).
Satisfy your appetite at The River Restaurant, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities. This hotel has 2 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
The River Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Parkside Pizza - This diner serves lunch only.

Property amenities

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 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 25 to 35 for adults and USD 19 to 25 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Parkside Pizza
  • The River Restaurant

Things to do

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

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

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

More

  • 4 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

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
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 110 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Administrative fee: USD 5.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 25 to 35 for adults, and USD 19 to 25 for children
  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

Property is also known as

Lodge View
View Lodge
View Lodge Yosemite
Yosemite Lodge View
Yosemite View
Yosemite View El Portal
Yosemite View Lodge
Yosemite View Lodge El Portal
Yosemite View Hotel El Portal
Yosemite View Motel
Yosemite View Lodge Hotel
Yosemite View Lodge El Portal
Yosemite View Lodge Hotel El Portal

Yosemite View Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2503 out of 4302 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1107 out of 4302 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 423 out of 4302 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 168 out of 4302 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 101 out of 4302 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nafisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and well equipped, location was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and it was a great to be so close to the entrance of Yosemite.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would stay here again. Great location just outside the park. We had a room right on the river which was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and river side view worked out great for our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cinderella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location RIGHT outside Yosemite! Delicious restaurant and GREAT STAFF! Will definitely be staying here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and property were clean and staff was helpful- the location right outside the entrance to Yosemite NP was the best aspect of this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kanwaljit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Currently under construction but still worth the stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ekaterina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property will stay again and recommend everyone
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location next to the park.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable. Loved the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely furnished, with great supplies in the kitchenette.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view is spectacular and the staff was very helpful!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was good with quick access to the park. Rooms have beautiful river view at the back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View of the water from the room was great. Rooms were clean and sleeping with the sound of the rushing waters was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location- close to Yosemite park entrance- nice big rooms and bathroom- balcony overlooking river was so nice! Pizza restaurant was excellent!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nishant Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location! it is just approx a mile away from Yosemite National Park entrance.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and a great place to stay right outside of the park. Our room was nice and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Markus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great proximity to Yosemite.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Olivier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would use this place again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tsuyoshi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Super convenient with the on-site Tesla supercharger!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location by the river is great!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So close to Yosemite and on the river - great location if you can’t be in the park
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

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