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Yosemite View Lodge – reviews, photos

3.0 of 5
11136 Highway 140, PO Box D, El Portal, CA 95318
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Ranked #1 of 2 hotels in El Portal
3.5 of 5 stars 1188 Reviews
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  • Merced river(44)
  • Pizza place(23)
  • National Park(20)
  • Very good(18)
  • Flat screen TV(10)
  • Arch Rock entrance(9)
  • Spa tub(8)
  • Rooms are large(8)
  • Swimming pool(7)
  • Front desk staff(6)
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Cardiff, South Wales, UK
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
“We enjoyed”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012
8
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We stayed here in May 2011 for 2 nights whilst visiting Yosemite National Park. We found the hotel very easily whilst arriving at night. Check in was easy, no issues. Upon arriving to the room we thought whilst cosy and clean they were quite dated. Breakfast was included with our rate and it was lovely - great start before walking yosemite (in the snow, in May).

After a day in Yosemite - arriving back to the rooms and the giant bath was a pleasure!! The view from our balcony was fantastic - river view - even though it was slightly noisy in May due to the amount of water running through!! This didn't bother us at all though.

We ate our evening meal at the hotel restaurant as we were too tired to drive around to find somewhere - if there was anywhere. To be honest we weren't expecting much and thought it would be a ripoff but the food was beautiful, with a free salad bowl and the price was really good!! We were really happy with it. After food we went back to our room and it was so relaxing to chill out with the fire on and just watch some TV!!

Not sure if this matters to anybody but just thought I'd mention - neither me nor my partner had mobile phone signal in the hotel. The nearest point where we could get a phone signal was at the Yosemite supermarket/shop which was inside the park gates.

  • Stayed May 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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San Francisco, CA
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Closest hotel to the Yosemite gate”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012
4
people found this review helpful

Stayed in a lower unit which had a large (20x20) patio and a jacuzzi tub in the bathroom. Room was in good condition had a small kitchenette (we brought supplies for hot chocolate!). It was quiet, even with people staying in adjoining units. When we head back to Yosemite, we'll definitely stay here again.

Front desk was a little less than helpful, despite the number of staff working.

Room Tip: Bottom floors have large patio rather than a small balcony.
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  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with friends
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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San Jose, California
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
“Gem outside of Yosemite”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2012
5
people found this review helpful

If you're looking for a hotel with great amenities and close to Yosemite Valley this is the place for you. To begin with this hotel is just twenty minutes from Yosemite Village.The hotel is located next to the Merced River and provides great opportunities for a photoshoot of the river. Our room was good size and clean. The room itself had a comfortable king size bed with a fireplace near the foot of the bed. The kitchenette was a little small with top stove , coffee pot and microwave oven. There was no standard oven. A very nice plus was the large jacuzzi tub inside the room. The bathroom was modern and clean. The shower had double shower heads and large enough for two people. To make the rooms even better. I noticed Groupon has been offering sweet deals. The only draw backs to this place is there is no free wifi and the resturant menu selections is a little small. I would deffinately return to this hotel.

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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Christchurch
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
“Great Location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012
4
people found this review helpful

This motel is located just a few minutes drive from the enterence to Yosemite National Park. Our family including two children (6 & 9) stayed here is October 2011. The double room was spacious and it was great to be able to sit on a chair or sofa rather than having to lay on bed if wanting to relax. We ate at teh Diner on two nights of our stay and the meals were very big and good value. The one thing we did find with all the hotels/motels we stayed in on our month long holdiay to America is very few offer single beds for chidren.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Hayward, California
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Incredible View, Close to the Gate!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012
5
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We visited the Yosemite View last spring because we had gotten a great Groupon deal. Our room was everything we could have hoped for for such a great price! The jacuzzi tub was super relaxing, the Merced River was steps from our room's patio, we had a lovely little fireplace, and the kitchenette was a huge money saver.
The heated pool and hot tub were great, and packed even though it was freezing outside! We ate at the restaurant, but honestly, I wouldn't do that again. Bring your own meals to make in your room's kitchenette.
It started to snow just as we'd gotten settled, and I couldn't have asked for a better spot to watch it fall than right next to the river. Being incredibly close to the gates of the park was a big perk, and made the trip in and out much easier than other places I've stayed. If another good deal came up, I'd definitely go back!

  • Stayed March 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Address: 11136 Highway 140, PO Box D, El Portal, CA 95318
Price range (per night):* INR15,507 - 20,120

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