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Cedar Lodge

Property class: 2

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A large bear sculpture with a child, set against a building with a stone wall and a grassy area with rocks.
A two-story building with a balcony, a stone fountain, and a well-maintained garden.
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a green bedspread, two chairs, a table, and two bedside lamps.
A beachside ceremony setup with rows of chairs and a floral arch.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a tiled border, and lounge chairs along the wall.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$312
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov

Explore the area

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9966 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318
  • Place, Merced River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Yosemite Valley
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (with sofa sleeper)

A hotel room with two beds, each with a green bedspread and pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and two wall-mounted paintings of mountains.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (with sofa sleeper)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(101 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed ( Spa Tub )

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a mirror.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed ( Spa Tub )

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, each with a green bedspread and pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and two wall-mounted paintings of mountains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(118 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Tub and kitchenette)

A hotel room with a double bed, a desk with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Tub and kitchenette)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with two beds, each with a green bedspread and pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and two wall-mounted paintings of mountains.

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (with kitchenette)

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (with kitchenette)

  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Murphy Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a rug.

Deluxe Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

El Portal

At Cedar Lodge, you'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Sierra National Forest and 7.9 km (4.9 mi) from El Portal Market. Highlights at this hotel include 3 hot tubs, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .The restaurant, Cedar House Restaurant, is open for breakfast and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this El Portal hotel include Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance and Yosemite Valley.

What's nearby

  • Merced River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • El Portal Market - 8 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Yosemite National Park - 10 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 15 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Yosemite Valley - 19 min drive - 21.0 km

Getting around

  • Fresno, CA (FAT-Fresno Yosemite Intl.) - 127 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cedar Lodge Restaurant
  • ‪The River Restaurant and Lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Parkside Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Pink Palace - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Cedar Lodge

Cedar Lodge offers its guests 3 hot tubs, an indoor pool, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 904 square feet (84 square metres) and includes conference space. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Cedar Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This El Portal hotel is smoke free.

  • 210 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 6 buildings
  • 904 sq ft of conference space
  • 84 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1978
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Corner/local shop
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Cedar Lodge offers 210 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels.

This El Portal hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and a ceiling fan. An iron/ironing board, hairdryers and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Canyon Bar & Grill
  • Cedar House Restaurant

Things to do

  • 3 hot tubs
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing
  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 904 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1978
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Fireplace
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests driving to the property should be aware of seasonal road closures. Hwy 120 (Tioga Pass) closes October through late June, restricting east-to-west travel across the park. Yosemite's eastern gate and Tuolumne Meadows are not accessible when Tioga Pass is closed. Guests are advised to check local weather and road conditions/closures with the California Department of Transportation before travel.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Administrative fee: USD 5.69 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM

Property is also known as

Cedar Lodge El Portal
Cedar Lodge Hotel
Cedar Lodge Hotel El Portal
Cedar El Portal
Cedar Lodge Yosemite
Cedar Hotel El Portal
Cedar Lodge Hotel
Cedar Lodge El Portal
Cedar Lodge Hotel El Portal

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Cedar Lodge?

Yep, Cedar Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Cedar Lodge?

As of 14 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cedar Lodge on 15 Nov 2026 start from NZ$312, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Cedar Lodge have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Cedar Lodge has a seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 9 AM to 10 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to October).

What makes Cedar Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages and a lounge bar, as well as fireplaces in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Cedar Lodge.

Does Cedar Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is available at Cedar Lodge.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cedar Lodge?

No, Cedar Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Cedar Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Cedar Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Cedar Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Cedar Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1124 out of 2240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 642 out of 2240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 318 out of 2240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 94 out of 2240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 2240 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great proximity to the Yosemite National Park entrance.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, the room was ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very close to Yosemite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! We used Cedar Lodge as a resting place for our Half Dome hike. Great staff and location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place by the river
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice family friendly lodge very close to Yosemite np. Very clean rooms and good amenities. Enjoyed the pool and hot tub.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great and facility was good. Enjoyed the pool in the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really liked the outdoor pools and the whole resort was cool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My go to hotel when visiting Yosemite. Love the location, quiet, has a restaurant onsite with many options and overall a wonderful stay each and every time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and was perfect for the night. Merced River across the street was perfect for an afternoon swim.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Great bar. Love Yosemite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent lodge. Very close to Yosemite National Park entrance (15 minutes). Many amenities: two swimming pools, restaurant on site, the Merced River right across, a gift shop, and overall very family oriented,
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the on site restaurant is convenient and its close to Yosemite
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable rooms. Breakfast is expensive and only buffet style, sit in restaurant, nothing quick to go. The river access is across the street, but it is a cute little spot to hang out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pools and hot tubs were great. Easy drive to Yosemite.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location very close to the National Park. The staff was very friendly and helpful with anything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size room, sofa bed was very uncomfortable, but then again most are and only a couple of nights. Great location for Yosemite
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, close to the park, great amenities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cedar Lodge is very close to the entrance of Yosemite. The pool was awesome and the restaurant was good. It was the perfect spot for a trip to our favorite National Park!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location for reasonable price. Could use a few small updates to room, but overall very nice comfortable and spacious rooms. Liked gift shop, game room, and outdoor pool.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, I was impressed with all the extra pools' and hot tubs, and the hot tub was nice and hot, not just warm like most hotels, it was the perfect temperature to soak in after hiking all day in Yosemite. I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Good location for visiting Yosemite park
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026

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