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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

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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

Deluxe River View King Spa

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic River View 2 Room Unit, Family Apartment

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

  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 King Bed, Riverside

1 King Bed, Riverside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 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)
  • 64 sq m
  • 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 89 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Deluxe River View 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe River View 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(179 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Luxury River View King Bed Majestic Suite | Living room

Luxury River View King Bed Majestic Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 59 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic 2 Room unit Family apartment

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(114 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic River View King bed with Sleeper Sofa

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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King and Queen Loft

King and Queen Loft

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

About the area

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 - 0.9 km
  • El Portal Market - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Yosemite Valley - 10 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Tunnel View - 19 min drive - 17.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The River Restaurant & Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Parkside Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Canyon Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cedar House Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Little Bear Pizza - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Yosemite View Lodge

Family-friendly stay near Yosemite National Park
Yosemite View Lodge offers its guests 3 outdoor swimming pools, a lazy river, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. 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 available in public spaces for a fee.

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
  • 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.

In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 9.99 per 24-hour period)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 9.99 per night)

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
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river

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
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 9.99 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 9.99 per night (rates may vary)
  • 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
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Yosemite View El Portal
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Yosemite View Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1752 out of 3392 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 964 out of 3392 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 411 out of 3392 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 168 out of 3392 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 97 out of 3392 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

Francisco

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property is continently located to YART shuttle.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice, clean, convenient,. spacious. hot for summer day whxh took long time to cool down with fan at high wifi doesn't work most of the time, staff said too many users
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really nice, and the rooms were nice and clean as well. We loved how close it was to the entrance to Yosemite. We will definitely be coming back,and we already recommend this place to our family and friends! Thank you for the wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Yiyu

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are other natural creatures in the room inevitably, but overall experience is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, well maintained. We were disappointed in the restaurant. Pizza was good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness
It would have been nice to have a chair high toilet in the bathroom. And if you know someone is staying 3 nights, have enough coffee in there for the 3 mornings. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jingyang, amherst

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ask for the room with river view, it is great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fawn Portugal Gault

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant was delicious and the proximity to Yosemite was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ross

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manish

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel located 5 minutes away from Yosemite park entrance, very scenic view of mountains, the river view rooms are absolutely breathtaking, beauty cannot be described in words. Very good size rooms and river facing balcony is like cherry on cake.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
After a long day walking through Yosemite trails, I greatly enjoyed the indoor pool with soothing Jacuzzi. I'd highly recommend you stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Steve

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent location but everything else is average or below. The property is showing its age and lack of maintenance. Our room had a faulty toilet seat, broken door fitting, broken toaster, faulty frodge, broken beds.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a riverside room and the view and the sound of the river made this place perfect. We also did not know it had a kitchenette which was a wonderful surprise.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the 'river' view of the Merced River. Did not need the jacuzzi tub: we don't do that. Recommend the shower floor have a non-skid surface to avoid someone slipping in the shower.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Janelle

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, loved the folded towels shaped like a dog!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our room and view !
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

JUN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Partial renovated, clean, kitchen, at the west gate of Yosemite, probably the reason it's a little pricy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thanida

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

10/10 Excellent

Ameet

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent accomodations with great views of the Merced river from the room. Bit outside the park but manageable if no traffic. Restaurants on the property are pricey and offer limited choices. But store is well stocked and rooms have a kitchenette which has cookware and dishes. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolena

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toms

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025