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John Muir Lodge

2.5 star property

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A wooden lodge with a balcony, surrounded by trees and a sign indicating it is the John Muir Lodge at Kings Canyon National Park.
Interior entrance
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$544
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July

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86728 California 180, Hume, CA, 93633
  • Place, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Grant Grove Visitor Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, General Grant Tree
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

John Muir Lodge-Standard 2 Queens

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

John Muir Lodge-Deluxe King Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Hume

At John Muir Lodge you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Grant Grove Visitor Center and within 30 minutes of North Grove Loop Trail. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Grant Grove Restaurant, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Hume hotel, you'll be 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Panoramic Point and 5 km (3.1 mi) from Big Stump Trail.

What's nearby

  • Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Grant Grove Visitor Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • North Grove Loop Trail - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Giant Sequoia National Monument - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • General Grant Tree - 6 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Fresno, CA (FAT-Fresno Yosemite Intl.) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hume Lake Snack Shop - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Grant Grove Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Pinehurst Lodge and Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Hume & Beans - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Hume Lake Christian Camps Snack Bar - ‬20 min drive

About this property

John Muir Lodge

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at John Muir Lodge. Self parking is free.

This Hume hotel is smoke free.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
John Muir Lodge offers 36 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 17 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Grant Grove Restaurant

Things to do

  • Cross-country skiing
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Snowshoeing

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (91 centimetre high)

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 29 October and 31 March.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5.00 to 17.00 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at John Muir Lodge?

John Muir Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at John Muir Lodge?

As of 30 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at John Muir Lodge on 1 Jul 2026 start from NZ$544, 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.

Is parking available at John Muir Lodge?

Yep, John Muir Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to John Muir Lodge?

The closest beach to John Muir Lodge is Sandy Cove Beach (7.4 km).

Does John Muir Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at John Muir Lodge?

No, John Muir Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at John Muir Lodge?

Yep, you can grab a meal at John Muir Lodge's onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at John Muir Lodge?

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

John Muir Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 305 out of 745 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 745 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 745 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 745 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 745 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay. The staff is friendly and kind. The rooms were clean and I loved that there was a Keurug and coffee pods available. I recommend tge stay at John Muir Lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location inside the park. Trails within walking distance from the lodge. Restaurant on site with lots of options. Great all around experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay and enjoy the parks!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The John Muir Lodge makes me proud of our National Park system! Perfect lodge size and location, incredibly kind staff, feels so safe and comfortable. Families and tourists lounging in the lobby playing games, a wholesome atmosphere. Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, great staff, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Akihiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great mountain lodge accommodation. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Luis C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property. It is exactly as imagine. Old but well kept lodge with great staff and it was a really great spot close to Kings Canyon entrance. Beds were a bit low and not to firm.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Renato

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place to stay. staff was so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, fast check in, food available next door
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tammie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location, friendly, helpful staff. It’s an old lodge, but full of character.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bjoern

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay and weather :-)

Amazing stay! The lodge had everything we needed — great service, clean rooms, and a perfect location. Highly recomended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay right in the park and close to a visitor center, store, restaurant, and even a post office.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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6/10 Okay

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast offered would be nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tianhao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the heart of NP - short drives to overlooks for stargazing at night. Staff are quite friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic base to explore the park!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this place. So peaceful and surrounded by the beauty of nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matias Morales,

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing! At first i was a bit iffy about this; however, it helped us feel more intune with nature which is what we were looking for. Amazing staff! We will be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location by Grant Village and grove. Friendly staff and hood accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay inside the park. Has everything you need and nice rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Natividad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good inside the park lodging at a fair price.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

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