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Reviews of Yosemite View Lodge 3 stars

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

#2 of 3 hotels in El Portal

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Review score

Based on 5120 hotel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.1

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    7.8

  • Staff

    8.1

  • Value for money

    7.1

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  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    paid wifi

    Great location and clean rooms

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    7.0
    Definitely returning to the park again, location is key!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Walls are super thin, heard people talking in other room all night for two nights in a row, cars are loud on the road if your room faces the freeway.

    Great location. Close to the entry of the park which was good to avoid lines at the gate. nice balcony.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The water pressure and heater in the shower could have been better. It was alright the first day, but it got weaker as time progressed.

    The room was very spacious and had a great view overlooking the river. We made use of the kitchenette lots which was a great bonus as we packed food for our hikes. The location was also amazing and even though it's not within the valley, the short drive in was beautiful in itself (and much more affordable than what was in the valley)

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No wifi

    Close to the park

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    8.0
    Good Property at a Great Location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Paid Extra for Wifi - while it does not break the bank, I think this is annoying and should by now be a fairly std option and not an additional charged item; There were no Breakfast options - even a basic set up would be more convenient.

    We had booked 2 rooms and got a connected set up which was great. The property itself is large - though we didn't use the Pool or the Hot Tub - definitely make the stay enjoyable. We did use the Firepit in the evening which was pleasant. Location was terrific !

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    8.0
    Ideal location for Yosemite Village, and we went well prepared for meals based on recommendations
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Be warned - Wifi isn’t included and is $10 per day for 2 devices. We had patchy signal but there is full 5G signal at the visitor centre at Yosemite so just go prepared and you can live without it for a few hours! We did have a fire alarm go off at about 9pm which reminded us of being in halls of residence at uni - we just got in the car until the alarm stopped! We didn’t use the pool as crowded with kids!

    Great location for Yosemite - 2 miles from the entrance to the park and benefits from being next to the creek so the sound of water falls continues to your room. The shop onsite is reasonably priced as well. Heated pool inside and a couple of Jacuzzis. We went prepared with a shop from a local store so cooking dinner and prepping lunch was fine!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    9.0
    A very nice hotel that is outside Yosemite Valley.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room is clean, but the fixtures were a bit worn. I wish I don’t how close it was to the highway.

    The hotel is very close to Yosemite Valley. They are buried pools and hot tubs and a restaurant on site.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    9.0
    Nice stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    One of the reasons we booked here is because they stated that they had a game room. We have kids and thought this would be a great amenity. The downside was that most of the games were not in service for the kids, just the pool tables for adults and corn hole for the kids were available.

    The location was nice, the property was beautiful. The pool was nice for the kids.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

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

    Wifi should be included, not a hidden additional cost.

    Location, very well maintained grounds, Superchargers on site

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 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: 24 March 2024

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

    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: 24 March 2024

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

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

    The location is perfect 👌

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 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 via mobile

    Room smelled old carpet.

    Has a kitchenette.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

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

    The proximity to the entrance of Yosemite Valley.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No complimentary WiFi

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 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: 21 March 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: 21 March 2024

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

    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: 19 March 2024

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

    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: 19 March 2024

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

    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: 19 March 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: 18 March 2024

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

    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: 18 March 2024

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

    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: 18 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    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: 17 March 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 via mobile

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

    Proximity to Yosemite

    Stayed in March 2024

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