Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite

Yosemite National Park, California

Virgin rating

Premium Room
Premium Bathroom
Lobby
Premium Room
Premium Room
Indoor pool
Lobby
Jackalope's Bar and Grill
Spa Lobby
Premium Room
Premium Bathroom
Lobby
Premium Room
Premium Room
Indoor pool
Lobby
Jackalope's Bar and Grill
Spa Lobby

The hotel

Tenaya Lodge’s setting takes some beating — bordering the Sierra National Forest and set on 75 stunning acres, it’s surrounded by nature. The hotel has plenty of activities, including a choice of trails and a guided walk to a hidden waterfall. Grab your hiking boots, or maybe a mountain bike, and head out to explore. At the end of the day, take a dip in the outdoor pool, get a s’mores kit and sit around the outdoor fire pits, or grab your torch and head out on a night hike. After all that activity, you’re likely to sleep well.

Amenities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Babysitting service
  • Kids Club
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Free Parking
  • Games Room
  • Hot tub
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service

Where is it

Just 2 miles from the south entrance of Yosemite National Park.

Hotel information

All rooms feature air-conditioning, alarm/clock radio, flat-screen TV with pay-per-view-films, WiFi access, coffee maker, mini fridge, hairdryer, safe, iron and ironing board. 

Premium Rooms are newly refurbished and 350 sq ft in size, featuring sliding doors with views of the surroundings, with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Bearfood Bar (poolside bar, open seasonally, serving a range of drinks and summertime food favourites). Gold Rush BBQ (seasonal, with live entertainment, open fires and s'mores). Jackalope's Bar & Grill (casual restaurant for all-day dining). Embers (signature restaurant, open seasonally). Timberloft Pizzeria (open Fri and Sat). Parkside Deli (Starbucks coffee and a range of grab and go options). Room service*.

Indoor pool (temporarily closed), 2 outdoor pools (including one adults-only) and kids pool. 5 hot tubs (2 of which are adults-only). Ascent Spa* with sauna and steam room. Fitness centre. Guided hikes. Mountain bike rentals*. Range of activities* including gold panning, glass blowing, and archery lessons. Games room. Lawn games.

Complimentary WiFi access. Complimentary self-parking. General store. Electric vehicle charging stations. Laundry service*. 

This hotel has resort fees that are included in the room rate (subject to change)

Resort fee includes: - WiFi - Use of pedal bikes in the summer - Two reusable water bottles - Lawn games - Use of indoor and outdoor pools and hot tubs - On-site shuttle service between main lodge, cottages, and explorer cabins - Snow shoes available in winter months - Daily guided nature hikes - Access to games room - Self-parking - S'morgasboard (6.00-9.00pm at Main Lodge).  Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

Good general access for guests who are able to walk short distances and can manage up to six steps. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: Tioga Pass is subject to closure due to adverse weather conditions, for up to date information please check www.nps.gov/yose/

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Enjoyable hotel

Jul 13, 2024 Mary L Shawano, Wisconsin

I attended a conference here but chose to attend based on the location near Yosemite. My sister accompanied me. The hotel was very clean and the staff the friendliest. My sister enjoyed sitting by the pool in the mornings while I attended the conference, then during the afternoon we would visit the park. There was limited parking near our room… Read more
I attended a conference here but chose to attend based on the location near Yosemite. My sister accompanied me. The hotel was very clean and the staff the friendliest. My sister enjoyed sitting by the pool in the mornings while I attended the conference, then during the afternoon we would visit the park. There was limited parking near our room when we arrived back to the hotel after 7pm so we had to park in overflow lots. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful spot to relax after Yosemite adventures

Jul 12, 2024 Nicholle B

THE nicest staff, pretty resort with lots to do on site, proximity to the best national park in the US. It’s expensive but if you can fit it into your budget I doubt you’ll be disappointed! I spent a night here after a super long hike/climb in the park. The rain shower and amazingly comfy beds came in clutch. Will be back for sure.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great Family Vacation

Jul 12, 2024 Mindi F

Our family had a great vacation and enjoyed our first visit to Yosemite. The location and activities offered at Tenaya were great and we especially enjoyed the Summer Tour that we booked through the hotel. Our kids aged 9 and 12 especially enjoyed the pool and nightly s'mores.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great pet friendly lodge

Jul 11, 2024 Guide780209

Overall, really enjoyed staying in the new rooms with our dog. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming with our dog, which really made the experience great for us. The only feedback I have is to improve the dining options and free activities considering there is a $35 daily resort fee on top of everything. There seemed to only be one real dining… Read more
Overall, really enjoyed staying in the new rooms with our dog. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming with our dog, which really made the experience great for us. The only feedback I have is to improve the dining options and free activities considering there is a $35 daily resort fee on top of everything. There seemed to only be one real dining option: Jackalopes. Pizza is secondary option that wasn’t part of the main lodge. Ideally, if there were more dining options that were pet friendly with other types of food (menu at Jackalopes wasn’t very appealing) and other scheduled daily free activities onsite that would be ideal. For example, a dog friendly stargazing walk at night would be nice if it were included in the $35 daily resort fee vs. having to pay for that as a separate excursion. Game rooms that were perhaps indoor and outdoor with a bar would be a nice touch as well. Those are just some ideas, but it just felt like we ran out of dining and entertainment options with and without our pet that didn’t justify the steep $450+ a night room charge. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Don't waste your money

Jul 10, 2024 SPT30024 Suwanee, Georgia

NOT WORTH THE COST. Overpriced for what you get. Literally 1 bath towel per adult- which is yours for the entire hotel stay. Good luck getting another towel. Zero pool towels. Not enough wait staff to work the bars and restaurants. Teeny tiny - maybe 15 x 15 adult pool and kids still try to encroach. Significantly overpriced food with little… Read more
NOT WORTH THE COST. Overpriced for what you get. Literally 1 bath towel per adult- which is yours for the entire hotel stay. Good luck getting another towel. Zero pool towels. Not enough wait staff to work the bars and restaurants. Teeny tiny - maybe 15 x 15 adult pool and kids still try to encroach. Significantly overpriced food with little selection. Read less