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Yosemite View Lodge

11136 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Laundry
Non-Smoking
Parking

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About this property

Yosemite View Lodge is a 2.5-star independent hotel located in El Portal, California, on the Merced River within a 5-minute drive of Yosemite National Park and the Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance. The property sits 4.5 miles from Yosemite Valley and 15.8 miles from Yosemite Falls, making it a convenient base for exploring the Sierra Nevada.

The hotel offers 339 guestrooms, each equipped with a kitchenette featuring a refrigerator and microwave, complimentary wireless internet, cable television, a coffee/tea maker, and a phone with free local calls. Guest rooms have earned a 4.2 out of 5 comfort rating.

Dining options include The River Restaurant, one of two on-site restaurants, along with a bar and lounge. Complimentary breakfast is not included, but buffet breakfast service is available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee. The property provides amenities such as an arcade and game room, gift shops, a picnic area, and barbecue grills. A tour desk assists with nearby attractions and ticket bookings. An area shuttle is available for a surcharge. The hotel features four outdoor pools and seven hot tubs, along with laundry facilities and free WiFi throughout. Free self-parking and free RV, bus, and truck parking are available. Dogs are welcome—up to two per room, with a maximum weight of 110 pounds each.

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and extends to midnight; check-out is at 11:00 AM. The property maintains a 24-hour front desk and is smoke-free. With a guest rating of 4.2 out of 5 based on over 3,200 reviews, Yosemite View Lodge provides accessible accommodation near world-class outdoor recreation.

Location & nearby attractions

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 15.8 mi (25.4 km) from Yosemite Falls.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Sierra National Forest - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Merced River - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Yosemite National Park - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
El Portal Market - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 4.1 km / 2.5 mi
Yosemite Valley - 7.2 km / 4.5 mi
Bridalveil Fall - 14.5 km / 9 mi
Tunnel View - 17 km / 10.5 mi
Cathedral Beach Picnic Area - 17.2 km / 10.7 mi
Cathedral Beach - 17.2 km / 10.7 mi
Ribbon Fall - 18.4 km / 11.4 mi
El Capitan Meadow - 18.9 km / 11.7 mi
Sentinel Beach Picnic Area - 19.6 km / 12.2 mi
Swinging Bridge Picnic Area - 20 km / 12.4 mi
Yosemite Valley Chapel - 20.8 km / 12.9 mi

The nearest airports are:
Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 53.3 km / 33.1 mi
Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) - 159.9 km / 99.4 mi

The preferred airport for Yosemite View Lodge is Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT).

Rooms

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.

Dining

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 from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Amenities & features

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).
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.

Getting here

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - midnight
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. If driving, please contact this property in advance for more information (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.
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 50
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 110
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

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
  • 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<

Know before you go

  • Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Contactless check-out is available.