Yosemite View Lodge

Yosemite National Park, California

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Yosemite View Lodge, Yosemite National Park, California
Yosemite View Lodge, Yosemite National Park, US
Yosemite View Lodge, Yosemite National Park, California
Yosemite View Lodge, Yosemite National Park, California
Yosemite View Lodge, Yosemite National Park, US
Yosemite View Lodge, Yosemite National Park, California

The hotel

As the name suggests, Yosemite View Lodge is so close to the park that any closer and you'd actually be in it! It also straddles the banks of the Merced River on which river rafting is available in season (Apr-Jun) together with excellent fishing. Virgin Holidays guests will be spoilt for choice with not one, but three swimming pools to choose from, as well as five whirlpools and two restaurants. There is also a cosy lounge bar in which to discuss the day's adventures.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Free Parking
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool
  • Near National Park

Where is it

A 5-minute drive from the Western 'Arch Rock' entrance to Yosemite. The bus for the national park stops here.

Hotel information

335 rooms on 3 floors in 6 buildings with 3 lifts. All rooms have kitchenette, cable TV, coffee maker and hairdryer. Mountain View Rooms have 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

River View Rooms have air-conditioning, private balcony, fireplace, spa tub, kitchenette and 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

The River Restaurant & Lounge (open for breakfast and dinner). Parkside Pizza restaurant (closed Nov–Mar). Cocktail lounge. Convenience Store offering a wide range of groceries. 

1 indoor and 3 outdoor swimming pools. Indoor and outdoor whirlpools.

WiFi*. Safe at front desk. Coin-operated laundry service*. Gift shop and convenience store. Complimentary self-parking.

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

*Denotes local charge.

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

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Basic and Fine

Nov 15, 2024 William W Vacaville, California

I was not disappointed. I was pleased. Looking at various options both for room location and other places in the area (there aren't many), reading various reviews, and I was pleased with my actual experience. Some little things were off (no ice bucket, for example) but the staff were accommodating and made things right. I was in a room with a… Read more
I was not disappointed. I was pleased. Looking at various options both for room location and other places in the area (there aren't many), reading various reviews, and I was pleased with my actual experience. Some little things were off (no ice bucket, for example) but the staff were accommodating and made things right. I was in a room with a mountain view. Since my trip was five days in Yosemite and not lounging in a hotel room, the room was fine. I opted for the simplest room (not the river view or kitchenette rooms that cost more), but there was a toaster and coffeemaker in the room. Fine! While the base bedding (no mattress pad, just a bottom sheet) wasn't great, everything was clean and I had great sleep each night. The bath was sparkling clean. The registration area was very helpful since they have a nice selection of groceries that made it possible for me to make up for not bringing more with me. Yes, the items in the grocery are pricier than a big grocery store found in other places, the convenience was amazing! Being four miles from the entrance to the park was the draw. It's basic. This is not a resort or spa. Enjoy it for what it is! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Close to entrance, a place to sleep

Nov 9, 2024 MikiD915 Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania

We stayed because of the proximity to the park entrance which was great. At check in they gave us a totally different room than I had booked and it took several minutes for them to figure out they mixed up our reservation with another guests. The bathroom needed to be introduced to a vacuum and some bleach, and parking was challenging. The… Read more
We stayed because of the proximity to the park entrance which was great. At check in they gave us a totally different room than I had booked and it took several minutes for them to figure out they mixed up our reservation with another guests. The bathroom needed to be introduced to a vacuum and some bleach, and parking was challenging. The pool/hot tub was open late, the pizza restaurant on site was pricy but yummy. Overall, it was fine- just know what you’re signing up for. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Location is key - rooms were clean and comfortable

Nov 7, 2024 Robert S Warren, New Jersey

We stayed at the lodge for five nights and were happy with our accommodations. We ate at their pizza restaurant which was decent. We loved the close proximity to the park and used the pool and jacuzzi often. For families, it seems to have a lot to offer free Game room and outdoor activities (e.g. corn hole.) We found the staff accommodating… Read more
We stayed at the lodge for five nights and were happy with our accommodations. We ate at their pizza restaurant which was decent. We loved the close proximity to the park and used the pool and jacuzzi often. For families, it seems to have a lot to offer free Game room and outdoor activities (e.g. corn hole.) We found the staff accommodating and would stay again. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Dirty, Dated, Deferred maintenance

Nov 7, 2024 Kitty A Park City, Utah

We stayed at this hotel because of its proximity to Yosemite (right outside the entrance) and the fact that the room had a river view and kitchenette. The restaurant was decent, but there is nothing near here - that's where you eat if you don't make your own food. Our room was large with two queen beds. The outside looked well maintained and the… Read more
We stayed at this hotel because of its proximity to Yosemite (right outside the entrance) and the fact that the room had a river view and kitchenette. The restaurant was decent, but there is nothing near here - that's where you eat if you don't make your own food. Our room was large with two queen beds. The outside looked well maintained and the staff was very nice. The beds were comfortable and the linens were clean. That's about the nicest thing I can say about this place. There is no phone service (they should tell you that before you book) and the WiFi is extremely spotty. Our room had peeling wallpaper, cobwebs, and a moldy shower. I wore my flip flops to bathe. The kitchen cabinets were sticky and some of the dishes were dirty, so clearly so one is sanitizing anything there. The fridge had no door on the freezer compartment, so all of our food froze and had to be thrown out. We had a fireplace, but it didn't work properly. The rooms are really dated, with old stained furniture. The floors were absolutely filthy - my brand new slippers were BLACK after walking on them for 48 hours. We were unable to move to another room due to the hotel being full, so we were stuck. I always have Clorox wipes with me when I travel, and I used an entire package on this room. We were on the bottom floor and the door had a chair lock that was hanging off (who uses these anymore??) with no weather stripping on the bottom, so the cold air and car exhaust came right thru. We had to cover with a towel. Its a shame that this place is like this - it's in a great location and could be a very nice place, but clearly whoever owns this doesn't really care. Will NOT be back. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great location; substandard accommodations

Nov 1, 2024 Mary J

The Lodge was very convenient to the entrance to Yosemite Park, but sadly, the hotel was a disappointment with the exception of a nice heated pool and a good pizza parlor on the grounds. We made the reservations almost a year in advance, and even though we didn’t pay the highest rate for a room with a balcony and a view, I wasn’t prepared for the… Read more
The Lodge was very convenient to the entrance to Yosemite Park, but sadly, the hotel was a disappointment with the exception of a nice heated pool and a good pizza parlor on the grounds. We made the reservations almost a year in advance, and even though we didn’t pay the highest rate for a room with a balcony and a view, I wasn’t prepared for the room we received. Our room was located next to the road and on the bottom level. It was nice to have a limited kitchenette, but the dishes and cups were mismatched seconds with one of the coffee cups having stains on the bottom. There was mildew or black staining in the grouting between the tiles of the shower/bathtub unit. The air conditioner/fan was loud and sounded like it was close to breaking. The lowest rates offered shouldn’t mean substandard accommodations. Read less