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John Muir Lodge

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, 5-minute walk to Grant Grove Visitor Center

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Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Lobby
Porch

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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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
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
IPod dock
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
IPod dock
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

John Muir Lodge-Standard 2 Queens

  • Sleeps 5

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

John Muir Lodge-Deluxe King Accessible

  • Sleeps 3

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
  • General Grant Tree - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • North Grove Loop Trail - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Giant Sequoia National Monument - 2 min drive - 2.6 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
  • ‪Pizza Planet/ Video World - ‬17 min drive

About this property

John Muir Lodge

Hotel with free parking, 5-minute walk to Grant Grove Visitor Center
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 iPod docking stations and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

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

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
  • Smoke-free property

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.

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. 265 out of 677 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 264 out of 677 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 677 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 677 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 677 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yoni

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kathy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disappointing Stay at John Muir Lodge I rarely leave reviews, but our experience at John Muir Lodge was poor enough that I felt compelled to share. The room was dirty and the carpet was visibly filthy and looked like it hadn’t been deep-cleaned in ages. The bed was terrible: soft, saggy, and extremely uncomfortable. It felt like sleeping on a worn-out sponge. The walls were paper-thin, so we heard everything from neighboring rooms and the hallway, making it hard to relax or sleep. On top of all that, the staff seemed uninterested and unhelpful. Basic customer service skills were clearly lacking, and any questions or concerns we had were met with indifference. For the price and location, I expected at least a clean and quiet room with a decent bed — unfortunately, the lodge failed on all fronts. Would not recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Harley

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Friendly staff, room was too hot. Dining options were limited and not very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Motel6-like in the most beautiful place in CA

I am OK to pay $300+ a night for the privilege of staying in one of the most stunningly beautiful places in California. But I'd expect some minimal quality services to match the price. Yes, the check-in staff was super friendly, but the beds were worn out and uncomfortable. We didn't come for the food either, but oh boy, the ordering system and the food quality was something else. And this in late September. I dread to think what summer busy season would be like. But I can't stress enough, how stunningly beautiful King's Canyon is, with magnificent drives and hikes and sceneries, easily rivalling Yosemite. Five stars for the weekend experience, but alas, only two stars for the accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

OK

It was clean and fine but very basic. There wasn’t really outdoor space to sit outside as the photos suggest. Most of the chairs faced the parking lot. The restaurant was a horrible cafeteria Would not stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Beatrice, Union City

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location and that’s solely why we wanted to stay here. Staff is great, it is limited in staff but they are very attentive once they’re available. Check in and out was easy. Rooms were clean. They also have a tv which can be rare in National Park lodging. It was a great in between to visit Kings Canyon and Sequoia. We are also really close to Big Stump, General Grant and Panorama View. Overall great time during our National Park venture, and close to amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kerry

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

We loved our stay with one major issue. The location was great, we arrived late afternoon and were still able to go down and enjoy the General Grant tree and grave. Dinner and breakfast at the restaurant were great. The lobby was fun and inviting. The staff friendly and helpful. The one major issue was the mattress. When you sat on the bed you sunk almost to the floor. Sleeping was interesting. You need to get new mattresses.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine, Port Moody

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

8/10 Good

Alexandria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

CHRISTOPHER PAUL, Novato

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect for is. Location is ~midway between RoadsEnd in KC and Crescent Meadow in Sequoia, allowing timely access to early starts in both parks. Beds are mediocre, but hardly something to complain about for any seasoned outdoorsman. Easy access to ice and water. No a/c if that matters, because it’s comfortable enough in the evenings…only an issue for anyone staying in the room during the day (why would anyone??). All in all, I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Randy, Corpus Christi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
(52øThe staff was wonderful and the rooms were clean and in great condition. Travelers should know, however, that if you are on the second floor there are no elevators. Also, none of the rooms are air conditioned. There is a fan in the room and that with an open window is the cooler. I was there in September and the nights were cool 52ºF, so it wasn't bad. I don't know how it would be in the summer months.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Eugene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Altadena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merilyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

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

We loved our stay here.

We loved it here, sad we only stayed one night. Nice size room, clean, good facilities the lodge had a lovely feel to it. Great base for the giant sequoias and Kings Canyon. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

GAGE

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Huyen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facilty was clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. Loved the free water bottle refill machine.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The John Muir Lodge was perfect for my trip to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. The area around the lodge is very quiet. This is especially true if you get out at 4:30 in the morning for a sunrise hike, and you can feel how quiet and dark it is in the parking lot. It feels like the whole world is asleep. In fact, the only issue I really had was finding a place to park after about 8:45 PM because the people who stay at the John Muir Lodge are all in their rooms by that time. You don't have people staying up late and making noise. The Grant Grove visitor center, restaurant, gift shop, and market are all about a 3.5-minute walk away (I timed it), which was very convenient. And if you need a sunset every night, Panoramic Point is only a 2-mile drive away, which was also convenient. Panoramic Point is also good for sunrise; I had the sunrise there to myself on a Tuesday morning. Sequoia is only an hour away for most of its attractions. I'll grant that the Lodgepole market is much better than the Grant Grove market (and the Wuksachi Lodge is better than the Grant Grove restaurant for breakfast), but you also have many more people down in Sequoia. There is also more of a bear problem in Sequoia than up in Grant Grove.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025