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Yosemite View Lodge

2.5 star property

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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King and Queen Loft

King and Queen Loft

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

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1 King Bed, Riverside

1 King Bed, Riverside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 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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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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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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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

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Classic 2 Room unit Family apartment

Classic 2 Room unit Family apartment

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

Classic River View King bed with Sleeper Sofa

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

Standard 2 Queens, Mountain View

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

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Deluxe River View 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe River View 2 Queen Beds

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Deluxe River View King Spa

Deluxe River View King Spa

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

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About the area

El Portal

When you stay at Yosemite View Lodge in El Portal, you'll be on a river, a 1-minute drive from Yosemite National Park and 8 minutes from Yosemite Valley. .This family-friendly hotel is 15.8 mi (25.4 km) from Yosemite Falls and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Sierra National Forest.

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 - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Yosemite Valley - 8 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Badger Pass Ski Area - 33 min drive - 40.0 km

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
  • Mobile - Whoa Nellie Deli

About this property

Yosemite View Lodge

Riverfront hotel with 2 restaurants and 4 outdoor pools
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 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.
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 transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

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

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 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

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

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2061 out of 3811 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1046 out of 3811 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 427 out of 3811 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 164 out of 3811 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 113 out of 3811 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect place to stay while sightseeing in Yosemite for a couple of days. It's only a couple of miles form one of the western entrances whish was really nice. The rooms were nice and the views of the river from our balcony were stunning. It was nice having pools and hot tubs to relax after a long in the park. We enjoyed the restaurants, especially the breakfast buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
it did what we needed to do
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Darren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, pools and hot tubs were very nice. The view and sound of the river is excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Preet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to say and ambience is great. Most probably going to be de facto choice for any Yosemite trip in future.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

BARB, HENSEL

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with lots of amenities plus close to Yosemite!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Veronica

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good overall but poor WiFi connection.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael, Oakland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, minutes from the El Portal entrance, great pools, Tesla charging stations for EVs, wonderful roaring river behind property to enjoy from the balcony. kitchen was helpful as dining has limited (but ok) options. Note: bed could be more comfortable (but serviceable), and there are no freezers in the mini-frig for ice packs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Dina

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Garbage bags just sitting outside of the rooms. There is no internet. There is no cell service. There is WiFi but it’s so slow you can’t do anything. If you have T-Mobile or AT&T, there is zero service. The rooms are definitely old, the bedding is at least 10yrs old it has visible wear and tear. The water pressure is pretty low. Everything appeared to be clean. Balcony on the river is nice but this is a budget hotel not what they amp it up to be online. At best these rooms shouldn’t go above $200 a night during peak season. I paid $360. They also charge $6 additional tax per day which isn’t stated here on Expedia. There are no elevators to the 2nd level of rooms so if you have a lot of luggage requests floor unit. Actually just stay elsewhere if possible. I know it’s close to the park but you’re not getting what you pay for. Breakfast is $21/person it’s a buffet, the food was good tho and plenty of options. I don’t recommend this place unless you really feel you don’t have another option.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

BYUNGOK

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient because there is a Tesla charging station.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Our room was well stocked for our stay. Very close to Yosemite for our day trips. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nyree

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

john

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Close to park that’s all that was good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to National park Good dining Sunny swimming pool
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jodi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The great part is the location. By Yosemite standards this lodge is right next door. We had considered AirB&Bs that claimed to be close to Yosemite. Close in this country is a relative term. But this property is literally less than 10 minutes from the gate. We ate at both restaurants on site and thought the food was just OK. The bottom line, when visiting Yosemite is that it’s best to consider food as fuel. Don’t be expect a great dining experience. Eat simple and go enjoy the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Toby

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

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

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Convenient: Highly Rated. If you are wanting to be as close to the Yosemite NP valley as possible without being inside the park, you have found it. However, please take note that you will be paying good money for the convenience. Employees: Highly rated. Very attentive and always answering even the dumbest of questions with a smile and thoroughness to make sure that you are satisfied. Hotel: Not so highly rated: The hotel is dated and everything in it is dated (at least in my room it was). The layout is very strange. There is an outside window that goes for the bathroom without a curtain? It has that 1970's frosted glass over it, but you still can make out images if you walk by the bathroom at night with the light on in the bathroom. There is block glass that is in the "spa" tub to the rest of the room. The block glass is warped but you can definitely make out shapes through it. Basically you have no privacy in the bathroom from inside or outside. The "spa" tub was outdated and worthless in my mind. The shower heads did not provide the needed flow of water to bathe properly. Needs to be updated for a walk in shower with better conveniences. Overall, stains on floor and on comforter when I arrived. Restaurants: Nice convenience. Pizza and sit down restaurants on site.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dayra, Hayward

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its relaxing to be near the river, it was nice to also have a breakfast spot right next to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

THU

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice being close to access the park especially if you don’t have a pass for the park so you can get up and go into the park before the rangers arrive at 6am.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, KANSAS CITY

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Riverside with balcony was fabulous
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonali, South Burlington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and good staff
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased with this resort. Staff, pools, hot tubs, conveniences. Our view was on the Merced River and we enjoyed sunrise, sunset and river water views. Went in Sept during off-season so wasn’t busy. Only 2 mile drive to Yosemite west park entrance. Just lovely!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025