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Yosemite View Lodge

El Portal

Just 8.7 mi from Yosemite National Park, Yosemite View Lodge is located along the Merced River and features 4 pools and a hot tub. A restaurant and bar are located on site.

R
Renu
From
India
Stayed here with my dog and my brother, who was visiting from London. The location is not too far from the park, and the drive to get there is scenic and enjoyable. We loved having a kitchenette, which made meals convenient. The onsite restaurant was decent for the location—though we visited in the off-season, so it might be even better during peak times. The property felt safe, and one of the highlights was being able to hear the river—it was incredibly soothing. There are nice hangout areas by the river, complete with swings and other relaxing spots. Overall, the atmosphere was tranquil. Bonus points for the dog-friendly features, like a designated dog park and poop bag stations. Check-in was smooth, and the stay was comfortable. Would definitely recommend it for a peaceful getaway!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 7,559 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
$209
1 night, 2 adults
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Cedar Lodge

El Portal

Featuring an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, this Cedar Lodge is a 5-minute drive from the entrance of Yosemite National Park. The on-site restaurant is open for dinner daily.

P
Peñailillo
From
Chile
cercanía al parque, acceso al río, piscinas y hot tub excelente y linda decoración
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,020 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
$169.32
1 night, 2 adults
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Yosemite Gatekeeper's Lodge

El Portal

Yosemite Gatekeeper's Lodge is located in El Portal just 10-minutes’ drive from Yosemite National Park. Mountain and river views are offered in this self-catering holiday home.

C
Casillas
From
United States
Everything! Excellent place. Very clean with all the amenities. Will definitely be back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
$341.10
1 night, 2 adults
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YoBee! Park Reservation Included! Heart of Yosemite - Homey Studios and Breakfast

Yosemite West (Near El Portal)

YoBee! Park Reservation Included! Heart of Yosemite - Homey Studios and Breakfast offers accommodations in Yosemite West, 16 miles from Yosemite Valley and 18 miles from Vernal Falls.

E
Elad
From
Israel
Nice and clean apartment with a great view, short drive to the valley and to other hikes. The host is responsive and helps with what is needed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 293 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
$192
1 night, 2 adults
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Lower Cascades

Yosemite West (Near El Portal)

Lower Cascades is located in Yosemite West, just 16 miles from Yosemite Valley and 18 miles from Vernal Falls. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

B
Bogdan
From
United States
Spacefull, a lot of sleeping options. Location, close to the Yosemite valley. Nice terrace. Full kitchen.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
Location 9.8
Price from
$371.45
1 night, 2 adults
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Lower Unit-Yosemite Woods-Inside Yosemite

Yosemite West (Near El Portal)

Lower Unit-Yosemite Woods-Inside Yosemite is located in Yosemite West, just 16 miles from Yosemite Valley and 18 miles from Vernal Falls.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
$227
1 night, 2 adults
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Yosemite Woods Duplex in Yosemite-Upper Unit

Yosemite West (Near El Portal)

Yosemite Woods Duplex in Yosemite-Upper Unit is located in Yosemite West, just 16 miles from Yosemite Valley and 18 miles from Vernal Falls.

J
Jo
From
United States
Cozy apartment with full kitchen in quiet Yosemite West neighborhood. Great view of sunset from kitchen window, see dogwood trees from other windows.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
$254
1 night, 2 adults
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Cozy Bear South-Inside Yosemite-Sleeps 5

Yosemite West (Near El Portal)

Cozy Bear South-Inside Yosemite-Sleeps 5 is located in Yosemite West, just 16 miles from Yosemite Valley and 18 miles from Vernal Falls.

R
Ricardoh10
From
United States
very clean Great communication
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
$301
1 night, 2 adults
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Yosemite Cub's Cabin

Yosemite West (Near El Portal)

Yosemite Cub's Cabin offers accommodations in Yosemite West, 18 miles from Glacier Point and 19 miles from El Capitan.

A
Adriel
From
United States
The location was at a great spot in the park, also the home was very welcoming and was super clean with all the utensils you will need to stay comfortably. Also the bonus room down stairs with extra bathroom and hockey table was the icing on the cake.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
$345
1 night, 2 adults
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Spring Wonderland

Yosemite West (Near El Portal)

Spring Wonderland is located in Yosemite West, just 16 miles from Yosemite Valley and 18 miles from Vernal Falls.

D
Delfino
From
United States
The property was convenient, comfortable, and spacious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
$371.45
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget hotels in El Portal and nearby

  • Yosemite Summit & Little Summit is located in Yosemite West, just 16 miles from Yosemite Valley and 18 miles from Vernal Falls.

    From $1,100.62 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    Coyote Creek is located in Yosemite West, just 16 miles from Yosemite Valley and 18 miles from Vernal Falls. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Strawberry Creek is located in Yosemite West, just 16 miles from Yosemite Valley and 18 miles from Vernal Falls. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Yosemite Pines is located in Yosemite West, just 18 miles from Half Dome and 18 miles from Glacier Point.

  • Yosemite Quail - Nestled in with a View is located in Yosemite West, just 18 miles from Vernal Falls and 18 miles from Half Dome. The air-conditioned accommodation is 16 miles from Yosemite Valley.

  • Yosemite Aviary and Quail Within Yosemite - 2 Separate Family Units Welcoming Up To 14 Guests is located in Yosemite West, just 16 miles from Yosemite Valley and 18 miles from Vernal Falls.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Yosemite Aviary - Bird's Eye View Awesome Upper Unit is located in Yosemite West, just 16 miles from Yosemite Valley and 18 miles from Vernal Falls.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Devonshire - Aragon is located in Yosemite West, just 16 miles from Yosemite Valley and 18 miles from Vernal Falls. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

Best hotels with breakfast in El Portal and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 293 reviews

    YoBee! Park Reservation Included! Heart of Yosemite - Homey Studios and Breakfast offers accommodations in Yosemite West, 16 miles from Yosemite Valley and 18 miles from Vernal Falls.

    From $527.78 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Devonshire - Aberdeen offers accommodations in Yosemite West, 16 miles from Yosemite Valley and 18 miles from Vernal Falls. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Serenity Pines offers accommodations in Yosemite West, 16 miles from Yosemite Valley and 18 miles from Vernal Falls. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

    Tree Haven is located in Yosemite West, just 16 miles from Yosemite Valley and 18 miles from Vernal Falls. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Vernal Vista is located in Yosemite West, just 17 miles from Yosemite Valley and 18 miles from Vernal Falls. Guests staying at this vacation home have access to a balcony.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Edelweiss is located in Yosemite West, just 16 miles from Yosemite Valley and 18 miles from Vernal Falls. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Craftsman Cottage is located in Yosemite West, just 18 miles from Vernal Falls and 18 miles from Half Dome.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Bears Den & Little Bear is located in Yosemite West, just 18 miles from Half Dome and 18 miles from Glacier Point.

What Guests Said About El Portal:

  • 8.0

    The pools are great! The restaurant is AWFUL!

    The pools are great! The restaurant is AWFUL! I'd rather eat my shoe than eat at that restaurant! The bar/grill are ok, certainly better than the restaurant, but that is speaking relatively... The store is very nice, offering a good variety of snacks and drinks. The location is very good, just a few miles away from the Yosemite entrance. The staff were friendly and responsive. The rooms were clean, and, thankfully, the AC worked well (it was 109 degrees when we were there!). The bathroom lights turned on automatically whenever someone entered the room, which we didn't like, and would have liked a way to turn that feature off.
    Guest review by
    Neckman
    United States
  • 8.0

    We didn't travel to visit El Portal which is pretty sparse.

    We didn't travel to visit El Portal which is pretty sparse. Its proximity to Yosemite is the reason we visit. There is a service station which is strategically located and also a fairly good coffee shop (dog friendly).
    Guest review by
    Ladrue
  • 10.0

    Excellent location. Restaurant and Pizza Parlor on site.

    Excellent location. Restaurant and Pizza Parlor on site. Plenty of parking. Store well stocked with a variety of items. Best of all staff was friendly and helpful. Will definitely stay again in the future.
    Guest review by
    LONNIE
  • 6.0

    The place had Tesla fast charging stations.

    The place had Tesla fast charging stations. The property was old but clean. The carpet could use a deep clean. The room had a balcony with a table and some chairs great for drinking with friends or just hang out and relax while looking out the river. The room was really big and spacious with a ref, stove top, coffee maker and some cooking and serving utensils. Actually the property was decent but with no cellular coverage (Tmobile), wifi should have been readily available. Here you have to pay through a 3rd party. Sad! So it’s not great for virtual meetings and stuff.
    Guest review by
    Ma June
    United States
  • 8.0

    The location and staff were excellent!!

    The location and staff were excellent!! The room was clean, the amenities were great as well, the only problem was our TV. Maintenance couldn’t fix it so they gave us the internet for the TV the first night to remedy the situation which was amazing but not the second night which put a damper on things with no Tv to relax the second night.
    Guest review by
    Lisa
  • 8.0

    The hotel location was good and near to Yosemite.

    The hotel location was good and near to Yosemite. The room was good. The Pizza restaurant was good. We didn't like having to book room service (towels etc and coffee for room) on a daily basis. In our opinion is a throwback to Covid pandemic days, as a management policy to save money not support the customer.
    Guest review by
    Mike
    United Kingdom

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  • Cedar Lodge

    El Portal
    From $288.80 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,020 reviews
    We liked everything. The carpark is very big. Bedrooms were spacious and comfortable. There are 2 swimming pools, the river is across the road from the hotel. Loads of little cosy places to picnic and relax. Only 30 min from Curry Village and all the hikes. The hotel has its own shop and little restauration place. I could go on and on and on. We will definitely stay there again. The pictures do not do justice to this place. It is truly unbelievable a hidden gem in the heart of Yosemite.
    Guest review by
    Floriane
    Ireland

  • Yosemite View Lodge

    El Portal
    From $363.84 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 7,559 reviews
    Super hotel with really spacious rooms. A small kitchenette was great for self catering and the room had a lovely balcony. There are barbecue places and two restaurants on the premises. The lodge is about 20min drive from Yosemite valley. Staff were efficient and helpful.
    Guest review by
    Wendy
    South Africa

  • Yosemite View Lodge

    El Portal
    From $363.84 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 7,559 reviews
    It’s a really nice hotel with all needed amenities, friendly staff and convenience store on the premises. 😌 Has few dining options too 🍷 And of course, Yosemite park is 10 minutes away by car 😍
    Guest review by
    Andrei
    Ireland

  • Yosemite Gatekeeper's Lodge

    El Portal
    From $430.17 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews
    Location an easy drive to Yosemite National Park. Facilities were good for self-catering - we brought our food with us. There is a nice walk along the river from the property.
    Guest review by
    Dudley
    Australia

  • Cedar Lodge

    El Portal
    From $288.80 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,020 reviews
    That it had parking? It's like 40 minutes from Yosemite, some might say it's pretty close compared to hotel hotels, but idk..
    Guest review by
    TALI DRUCKER
    Israel

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