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Reviews of Yosemite View Lodge This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

11136 Highway 140, El Portal, CA 95318, United States of America

#2 of 3 hotels in El Portal

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Review Score

Based on 5195 hotel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.1

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    7.8

  • Staff

    8.1

  • Value for money

    7.2

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  • Reviewed: March 26, 2024

    8.0
    Hearing the river nd seeing the cliffs adds a lot.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Wifi should be included, not a hidden additional cost.

    Location, very well maintained grounds, Superchargers on site

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Wifi not included. Have to pay daily and included only 2 devices. Bed are uncomfortable.

    Good location, spacious rooms. Love the game room!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2024

    8.0
    Book the balcony - it’s worth it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    As many people have said - no wifi included. $10 for 24 hrs for only 2 devices (no changing devices). No cellular signal around hotel. This trip however is a place for us to unplug and enjoy nature.

    Location was perfect. 5 minute drive from entrance to Yosemite. Hotel had clean bathrooms, kitchenette with supplied with basic pots, pans, cutlery, plates, and bowls. King Room had electronic fireplace that heated the room very well. Balcony view was breathtaking!! Having coffee in the morning with a view of Merced River will be most memorable. Staff at check in was extremely nice - Chris was an extremely friendly front desk staff and offered his favorite things to do inside Yosemite. Hotel facilities included pools, lounge areas, and the River Restaurant.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hotel does not include either WiFi or breakfast...

    The location is perfect 👌

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 23, 2024

    8.0
    Love the kitchenette and location. Close to the Park.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room smelled old carpet.

    Has a kitchenette.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 23, 2024

    8.0
    It was so nice to have a great place to stay so close to the entrance of Yosemite.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The proximity to the entrance of Yosemite Valley.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 22, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No complimentary WiFi

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 22, 2024

    8.0
    a good stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

    room not very clean. No paper towels in kitchen, no dishsoap

    good location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 21, 2024

    9.0
    Nice hotel with amazing location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There is no WiFi available, or atleast for 10$ per day and unfortunately the pizza place was closed during our stay.

    The location of the hotel is impeccable. It is the nearest lodge to Yosemite NP and directly at Merced River. There are several apartment buildings and the rooms are very spacious, especially the bathroom! There are also some activities like a pool, a game room and a restaurant. The staff was extremely friendly, special thanks to our bartender gave us some recommendations for the park.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 21, 2024

    8.0
    Nice location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Pillows were all lumpy! For the price they can afford to replace the pillows. Every single pillow (& there were plenty by the way) had lots of lumps like pillows go when they're really old.

    Affordable if you are happy with the 20min drive from the park & it's a scenic drive. Surprised our room had a mini kitchen which is good as there is only 1 place to eat.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 19, 2024

    9.0
    Other than that everything was awesome
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    One thing I didn’t like was that check in was at 4, & we weren’t able to check in at that time. Our room wasn’t ready until about 4:50! Also, the breakfast at the restaurant could have been a little better.

    The location was perfect! The scenery was beautiful. To hear & see the Merced River from our balcony was awesome. We slept with the sliding door open a little bit just to hear the sound of the river! Last but not least we loved the jacuzzi in our room!!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 19, 2024

    8.0
    Value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Although close to the park entrance, driving in and out got a little annoying

    The staff were friendly, our rooms were clean, and they provided the basic amenities.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 19, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

    No free wifi. After paid $3.99/24 hrs wifi charge, the signal is weak and not stabilized. :-(

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2024

    9.0
    Gorgeous grounds, close proximity, good amenities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The company they contract with for WiFi is ridiculous. Very expensive for what it is, still unable to make calls. They try to keep billing you past the date of purchase too. Not hotels issue per se, just wish they contracted with another more honest company.

    Spent a lot more time on property than planned due to some car issues. For being stuck somewhere, wow was I lucky! Gorgeous grounds, lots of outdoor options to walk around, picnic & enjoy. Also really appreciate it being dog friendly & room has kitchenette.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2024

    9.0
    Nice!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The spa function on the bathtub was broken but Ngl it’s a pretty minor inconvenience

    The kitchen since we made food, the view and the double headed shower. Plus it’s super close to Yosemite

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing stay at Yosemite View lodge. It’s super close to Yosemite. Everything was clean, comfortable and the staff were friendly and helpful when needed. The facility is really big. We got a room for 2 people with the spa tub and it was just perfect. Exactly what we wanted with my husband. I would recommend it to anyone 100% !

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 17, 2024

    9.0
    Great value so close to Yosemite. A great alternative to the pricey lodge in the park
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Plumbing didn’t work when we got there. And it took them awhile to fix

    Proximity to Yosemite

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 17, 2024

    9.0
    We really enjoined our stay at Yosemite View Lodge, especially its convenient and beautiful location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Can’t think of anything

    Multiple hot tubs and indoor pool at property, beautiful setting, great value, convenient location, not far from park entrance, shopping at gift shop, restaurant

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 15, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Hotel needs updated

    Game room

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 15, 2024

    8.0
    Very nice lodging for Yosemite.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bath tub was slippery, no rubber and no handlebars. Water in the shower was also very little.

    Close to Yosemite. Kitchenette a plus. Huge bathroom. A lot if towels were provided.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2024

    8.0
    A great place to stay right by Yosemite.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location, really pretty view off the back deck and we loved the fireplace. Very cozy.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: March 12, 2024

    9.0
    Great bargain!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The decor is a little dated but to be honest it didn't bother me much. The two Jacuzzis outside our room were all broken and taken apart so that was a bit of an eyesore.

    Great location and huge room with everything you could possibly need. The room has a kitchenette, jet tub, electric fireplace that kept the room at perfect temp, and a patio overlooking the river running behind it. It was great!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 12, 2024

    8.0
    Absolutely ticked all our boxes.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Would be great if wifi was included. The pillows could also be little comfier.

    Perfect location for quick access to Yosemite National Park. Room was perfect with the bed being the most comfortable bed we have ever slept in for a hotel room.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 12, 2024

    8.0
    Great stay for a cheaper price!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The property is near to Yosemite Park and yet has a cheap price. The scenery and ambiance is good and it’s also quiet.

    Stayed in January 2024

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