Nestled near Yosemite National Park, Yosemite View Lodge offers a family-friendly atmosphere with an arcade/game room and 3 outdoor pools. Relax in the spa tub or enjoy breakfast at one of two on-site restaurants. With laundry facilities, multilingual staff, and a bar to unwind.
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
Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 45 min drive
Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) - 134 min drive
Area shuttle (surcharge)
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
Parkside Pizza - 3 min walk
About this property
Yosemite View Lodge
Yosemite View Lodge puts you within a 10-minute drive of Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Valley. Guests can take a dip in one of 4 outdoor pools or grab a bite to eat at The River Restaurant, which is one of 2 restaurants and serves breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. The pool and comfortable beds get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
336 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
Up to 3 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 110 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Offsite
Area shuttle*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast each morning (surcharge)
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Private picnics
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Playground
Grocery/convenience store
What to do
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Kayaking nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Sledding nearby
Working away
2 meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Multilingual staff
Romance packages
Facilities
6 buildings/towers
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
4 outdoor pools
Arcade/game room
7 hot tubs
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Kitchenette
Toaster
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Eco-friendly toiletries
LED light bulbs
Special features
Dining
The River Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Parkside Pizza - This diner serves lunch only.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Administrative fee: USD 5.00 per accommodation, per night
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 9.00 to 25.00 per person
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day
Policies
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 credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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
Frequently asked questions
Does Yosemite View Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Yosemite View Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Yosemite View Lodge?
Yes, there are 4 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Yosemite View Lodge?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 110 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Yosemite View Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Yosemite View Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Yosemite View Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like cross-country skiing, sledding, and snow tubing, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a relaxing soak in one of the 7 hot tubs and an invigorating swim in one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools. Yosemite View Lodge also has an arcade and a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Yosemite View Lodge?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.
Does Yosemite View Lodge have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and cookware.
What's the area around Yosemite View Lodge like?
Yosemite View Lodge is located by the river, a short 9-minute walk from Yosemite National Park and 5 minutes' walk from Merced River. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
Yosemite View Lodge Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.6
Cleanliness
8.4
Amenities
8.4
Staff & service
8.4
Eco-friendliness
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
The pools, including the indoor one, were good and provided a great place to relax after a long day. (105 reviews)
Plentiful parking and a convenient location close to the park made for an ideal stay. (91 reviews)
The hot tubs were immaculate and provided a relaxing experience for guests. (78 reviews)
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Popular mentions
Room
Location
Service staff
River
Parks
Restaurant
Food
Bed
Pizza
Balcony
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2025
Yosemite
A little dated but room was very nice and located right on Merced River. Good access to the park
Dudley
Dudley, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2025
Excellent location and family oriented
In addition of being located very near the Yosemite Valley Portal in a nice place near the Merced River, it is family and pet friendly. I would recommend this hotel to friends and family, especially the ones with pets. Our room would benefit from a renovation, but it was very comfortable and clean.
Elizeth
Elizeth, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2025
Wonderful Choice
Just outside the park and only a few minutes to the park. Right on the river. Friendly staff.
Mike
Mike, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2025
Great place to stay
Great place to stay, 20min drive to curry village and everything needed on site. Pools were great to unwind at after a long day hiking and setting just gorgeous with the river running along side the rooms, just beautiful. Highly recommend.
Kate
Kate, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 17, 2025
Easy close to Yosemite
Great stay here for a Yosemite family travel
Feng
Feng, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 25, 2025
The surrounding view is so nice.
The surrounding view is so nice. The sound of the valley water is whistling. It was nice to have fun with my family in the swimming pool and game room.
CHEOLWOO
CHEOLWOO, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
Lovely place to stay super close to the entrance :)
John
John, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2025
Great location. Ok food
Great location and just outside the park. Very clean. Only downside is the food options. The pizza place was great. The restaurant was dated and just ok. Overpriced and you have no other choices.
Natalee F
Natalee F, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
We enjoyed our stay at Yosemite View Lodge. This was our second time staying here. I appreciated the small kitchenette in the room. Made it easy to have a quick breakfast before we headed out and a quick dinner at the end of the day. The location is amazing. It's right along the Merced River and a quick 5 min drive to the Arch Rock entrance to Yosemite. The grounds are inviting and well-kept. The hotel was well-lit at night, but still dark enough to see the beautiful stars! We will stay here again in the future!
Aubrie
Aubrie, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2025
great place with nice view.
yiming
yiming, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 26, 2025
Nice river view one night stay
We were given lower level room which was not accessible. Room has plates and kitchen which was good as you can buy the eggs and bread from the front desk and cook it anytime. River view room was stunning and worth spending.
Mahmood Ali
Mahmood Ali, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2025
Rooms were very comfortable. Restaurant had great choices of food and good service.
Laura
Laura, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2025
Fantastic scenery.
Brian
Brian, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Enjoying breakfast and coffee on the patio with the river rushing by was the highlight of our visit! The lodge is in a perfect location for visiting Yosemite. And the staff was very accommodating.
Sharla
Sharla, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 28, 2025
Yosemite
Liked the place.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
The lodge is so close to Yosemite. Very convenient and the gift shop and grocery were well stocked. The pizza on site is awesome!
Daphne B
Daphne B, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 8, 2025
Rooms are good and many amenities with game room and pool. Good dining options.
Gaurav
Gaurav, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
Very nice room! Comfortable beds and gorgeous view. Very convenient to Yosemite Park.
Shirley
Shirley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
Convenient, quiet, safe and beautiful view by a river
teresa
teresa, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 15, 2025
It was good.
I asked for grills they said they had some but we would need to have charcoal which then i expected them to sell.
They dont. Unless you bring it from another area
Adrian
Adrian, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 18, 2025
Property was very nice with a nice view of the river. Very convenient location to Yosemite National Park entrance.
Mark
Mark, 5-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 14, 2025
Close to yosemite park
Hai
Hai, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2025
Location was super close to park butt hat doesn mean food options limited. Pizza on-site was great. Didn’t try restaurant because of bad reviews. We did use kitchenette and brought food. Pools were nice. Kids loved game room.
Michelle
Michelle, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 3, 2025
Not their fault, but the power was out for several hours and cable was totally out. Otherwise a good stay. We enjoyed the game room.
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2025
Great view from balcony, easy access to Yosemite village