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Yosemite View Lodge

2.5 star property

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Luxury River View King Bed Majestic Suite | Private spa tub
4 outdoor pools

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 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
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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King and Queen Loft

King and Queen Loft

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

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1 King Bed, Riverside

1 King Bed, Riverside

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(55 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster

Redwood Two Bedroom Apartment

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 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 | Living room

Luxury River View King Bed Majestic Suite

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

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Deluxe River View 2 Bedroom Family Suite | Living area

Deluxe River View 2 Bedroom Family Suite

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • River view
  • 89 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 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

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

Classic River View King bed with Sleeper Sofa

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

Standard 2 Queens, Mountain View

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

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Deluxe River View 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe River View 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(232 reviews)
  • River view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(147 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
(42 reviews)
  • River view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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, 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 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from Yosemite Visitor Center.

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
  • Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance - 58 min drive - 48.9 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
  • ‪The Pink Palace - ‬14 min walk
  • Mobile - Whoa Nellie Deli
  • ‪Parkside Pizza - ‬4 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 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. 2247 out of 4049 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1069 out of 4049 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 449 out of 4049 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 179 out of 4049 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 105 out of 4049 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been here multiple times and the place is great for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Taylor

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and clean. We had the loft and that worked perfectly for us. The tv was a bit tricky to figure out, but we got it eventually. I loved the little market at the front desk and the staff was friendly. I guess it was off season because there was no breakfast buffet and the pizza place was closed. The River restaurant was our only option and the food was very mid. We ate dinner there the first night and breakfast the next morning. It was fine for what it was but the staff was friendly so that’s a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds. Clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful stay as always!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, staff friendliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lacey

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good location to Yosemite park. Hot water takes an extremely long time to come through! I thought it was broken..had to run 2 separate taps and the shower to get it to work. This was all the time not just a one-off. Some of the kitchen crockery needs replacing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

karyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was clean. It was nice to have fireplace and jetted tub. The balcony over the river was divine. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Santos

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was spacious. Electronic fireplace was amazing. Patio with river view was breathtaking
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was great! The restaurant was ok at best. This was a bit challenging, considering there was nowhere else to go nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Murtaza

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lilian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice local , excellent view, excellent pizza . Everything nice , I Love this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryfer

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
mountains
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent...thank you for everything..good time
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean and nice, very good location, easy access to Yosemite valley.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

JOSE

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tamarie

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely love this hotel. We stay here at least once a year if not more. The riverside and riverview rooms have a kitchenette, fireplace, whirlpool tub, table and chairs, upgraded TV's and brand new furniture. The rooms are wonderful and the view is gorgeous. They recently upgraded all the rooms and have multiple pools and spas to choose from. Additionally they've also added a family/gameroom with boardgames, pool tables and foosball. Plus areas to sit and read or just relax. Plus, the hotel is only 15 min from Yosemite and 45 min from Mariposa. And the drive is beautiful. We had a leaky shower, and the serviceman came and fixed it right away. He was very efficient and friendly. The front desk girl when we checked in was very friendly and helpful. We had a lot of questions, and she went above and beyond to accommodate us. This place is quite a bit less expensive than staying in the Valley. Having grown up coming to Yosemite, as an adult, finding the Yosemite View Lodge was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was very friendly, and the room was good. Good. Was a bit disappointing that the pizza place was closed for the season, but it's all good. The Wi-Fi can be pretty hit or miss, when a lot of people are on it, It gets really slow. It's convenient to have coffee in the little shop that is next to the front lobby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026