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Cedar Lodge

2.0 star property
Beach hotel near Sierra National Forest

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed ( Spa Tub ) | Jetted tub

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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9966 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318
  • Place, Merced River
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Yosemite Valley
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (with sofa sleeper)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(90 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed ( Spa Tub )

Standard Room, 1 King Bed ( Spa Tub )

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(98 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Tub and kitchenette)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Tub and kitchenette)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (with kitchenette)

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (with kitchenette)

  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Murphy Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

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

  • Merced River - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 15 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Yosemite Valley - 19 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Yosemite Visitor Center - 41 min drive - 38.3 km
  • The Ahwahnee - 44 min drive - 39.8 km

Getting around

  • Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) - 127 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cedar Lodge Restaurant
  • ‪The River Restaurant and Lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪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 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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includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
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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 (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Fireplace
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • 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

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

  • 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cedar Lodge on May 24, 2026 start from CA $293, 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. 1005 out of 2183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 698 out of 2183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 329 out of 2183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 96 out of 2183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 2183 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and updated room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Naval

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experiance!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karma

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susana, Seal beach

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

BALKRISHNA

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

FNU

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Expedia booking included microwave and even front desk confirmed we would have microwave in the room but we found no microwave. When called back to front desk, they said the person who confirmed microwave was new and didn't know. This was terrible experience, as they outright denied to accommodate to avail a microwave
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Araceli

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stuff was not courteous at all, specially the lady that help us checked inn I don't know if she was board or tire but didn't even greet us. The room was very spacious but the sofa bed was broken my daughter hat to pull the matress out and place it on the carpet to be able to sleep because the head rest kept going down, and the sink focet needs to be fix or replace. Other than that the stay was fine
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Carla

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and just fine. Staff was warm and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ewa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and big. Nice fireplace. Restaurant on site. Close to the national park. Beautiful nature around.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lea

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room! Cute diner for dinner but breakfast ended early everyday
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Place. We LOVED staying with You
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Lori

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Room was okay, bathroom had been updated. The heater fan was very loud, couldn't leave it on while we slept because it was so loud. The bathroom fan was also exceedingly loud. Expensive for the lack of amenities (no breakfast) and for not being in the park.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Srinivas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alvin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yimeng

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Joseph Glen, Tomball

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Furnishings needed updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in and check out were quick and easy. Staff was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prakash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Except WiFi speed everything else is good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kalpesh

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was not in a good condition, nowhere close to the price we paid. The rooms were not only old, but the exhaust in the bathroom was broken.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Gowrishankar

Clean room, clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location was conveniently close to Yosemite. There was ample parking and their gift store. Snack selection was perfect for a late night.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025