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Cedar Lodge

2.0 star property
Beach location and indoor pool

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Enjoy a serene riverside setting with a clear view of the water's edge, surrounded by lush trees and shrubs.
Two single beds with dark headboards and green bedding, complemented by beige curtains and wall-mounted lamps.
Stroll through a serene outdoor oasis featuring a central fountain surrounded by a manicured lawn and unique landscaping.
Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain backdrop.
Stroll through the serene landscaped area to the octagonal gazebo, featuring a wooden bench and metal railing.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$481
includes taxes & fees
14 July - 15 July

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Tub and kitchenette)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Tub and kitchenette)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(73 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed ( Spa Tub )

Standard Room, 1 King Bed ( Spa Tub )

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (with kitchenette)

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (with kitchenette)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Murphy Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (with sofa sleeper)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(73 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Map
9966 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318

What's nearby

  • El Portal Market - 7 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 15 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Yosemite Valley - 19 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Tunnel View - 28 min drive - 29.3 km
  • Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance - 58 min drive - 54.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The River Restaurant & Lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Parkside Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Canyon Bar & Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cedar House Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Little Bear Pizza - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Cedar Lodge

Hotel near Sierra National Forest
Located close to El Portal Market, Cedar Lodge provides a corner/local shop, a bar and conference space. Active travellers can enjoy fishing at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, Cedar House Restaurant, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, with a lazy river, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a local area shuttle and a gift shop
  • A vending machine, ATM/banking services and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the pool, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 210 rooms include comforts such as fireplaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Mini fridges and irons/ironing boards
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, housekeeping and phones

Languages

English, Spanish

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  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 3,335 reviews
The price is NZ$600
includes taxes & fees
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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

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Canyon Bar & Grill
  • Cedar House Restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • Mini-fridge
  • 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
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

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
  • Ceiling fan
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • 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
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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Administrative fee: USD 5.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from May to 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

Does Cedar Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM to 10 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Cedar Lodge?

As of 11 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cedar Lodge on 14 Jul 2025 start from NZ$472.46, 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 Cedar Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cedar Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cedar Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Cedar Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Cedar Lodge located?

Situated in El Portal, this beach hotel is steps from Sierra National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of El Portal Market and Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance. Yosemite Valley is 10.2 mi (16.5 km) away.

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Cedar Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 833 out of 1869 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 617 out of 1869 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 299 out of 1869 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 80 out of 1869 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1869 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are great at a good price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rocco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful location and the rooms were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed there 1 night on our road trip around the state and it checked all the boxes we needed it to.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suresh Kumar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location to stay close to park
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay for Yosemite
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel close to yosemite vally
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Amenities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harshdeep Singh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Place to stay. 10 min from Yosemite. Great quit place in the Hills.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay! Close to Yosemite and beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shobhit

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place, close to the national park.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place close to Yosemite
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JASMINE ELAINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Probably the nearest to Yosemite Park entrance but reasonable price!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Yung-Yeh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel / lodge js a great place to stay near Yosemite National park. Affordable and clean with fun amenities and a private river beach and picnic area near by
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient access to Yosemite National Park
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, beautiful river with evening lighting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Kelsi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were very comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Good location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I had a lovely stay at Cedar Lodge. We enjoyed the pool and sitting by the fire outside after a day of hiking. It is conveniently located about 15 minutes from the entrance to Yosemite. The beds were comfortable, and it was clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was the prefect location for getting into Yosemite.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mireya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful. Facility very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked it due to its proximity to Yosemite national park. the place was clean tidy and our stay was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little pricey for the quality of the room but the surrounding accommodations and access to the park are great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and clise to Yosemite.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025