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Our top choices for Pinecrest hotels

1. Strawberry Inn

Strawberry Inn
Strawberry
United States
Andy
NZ$479
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Strawberry Inn

2. Wildwood Inn

Wildwood Inn
Twain Harte
United States
Debra
NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Wildwood Inn

3. The Hotel at Black Oak Casino Resort

The Hotel at Black Oak Casino Resort
Tuolumne
United States
George
NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
The Hotel at Black Oak Casino Resort

4. Mi Wuk Village Inn

Mi Wuk Village Inn
Mi-Wuk Village
United States
Jessica
NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Mi Wuk Village Inn

5. Timberline Lodge - Arnold - Bear Valley

Timberline Lodge - Arnold - Bear Valley
Arnold
United States
JoAnna
NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Timberline Lodge - Arnold - Bear Valley

6. Aladdin Inn

Aladdin Inn
Sonora
United States
Linda
NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Aladdin Inn

7. Best Western Plus Sonora Oaks Hotel & Conference Center

Best Western Plus Sonora Oaks Hotel & Conference Center
Sonora
United States
Barbara
NZ$272
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Best Western Plus Sonora Oaks Hotel & Conference Center

8. Lazy Z Resort

Lazy Z Resort
Sonora
United States
Martha
NZ$313
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Lazy Z Resort

9. El Dorado Motel

El Dorado Motel
Twain Harte
United States
Anson
NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
El Dorado Motel

10. Evergreen Lodge Yosemite

Evergreen Lodge Yosemite
Groveland
United States
Linda
NZ$390
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Evergreen Lodge Yosemite

11. Yosemite Westgate Lodge

Yosemite Westgate Lodge
Groveland
United States
Norbert
NZ$243
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Yosemite Westgate Lodge

12. Arnold Meadowmont Lodge

Arnold Meadowmont Lodge
Arnold
United States
John
NZ$283
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Arnold Meadowmont Lodge

13. Buck Meadows Lodge

Buck Meadows Lodge
Groveland
United Kingdom
michael
NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Buck Meadows Lodge

14. Winterfell - No Hidden Fee; Dog OK; King Bed

Winterfell - No Hidden Fee; Dog OK; King Bed
Arnold
United States
Ken
NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Winterfell - No Hidden Fee; Dog OK; King Bed

15. Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite

Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite
Groveland
United States
Michael
NZ$559
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite

16. Mi-wuk Village 5BR Family Cabin w/ Deck

Mi-wuk Village 5BR Family Cabin w/ Deck
Mi-Wuk Village
NZ$1,129
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Mi-wuk Village 5BR Family Cabin w/ Deck

17. Under Canvas Yosemite

Under Canvas Yosemite
Groveland
United States
Martin
NZ$693
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Under Canvas Yosemite

18. Toiyabe Motel

Toiyabe Motel
Coleville
United States
Carol
NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Toiyabe Motel

19. Andruss Motel

Andruss Motel
Coleville
United States
Jeff
NZ$332
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Andruss Motel

20. Sierra Retreat Motel

Sierra Retreat Motel
Coleville
NZ$390
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Sierra Retreat Motel
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A snowy forest with tall evergreen trees and a clear blue sky.
Photo by Kim Gillilan

Dodge Ridge Ski Resort

9.0/10 (170 reviews)
This family-friendly mountain resort offers 67 trails across 862 skiable acres for all skill levels. Early morning visits reward with pristine slopes and spectacular Sierra Nevada views.
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A lake surrounded by dense forests and mountains under a clear sky.

Pinecrest Lake

9.2/10 (160 reviews)
Nestled in the Stanislaus National Forest, Pinecrest Lake offers 300 acres of crystal-clear alpine waters surrounded by pine forests. Rent a boat or hike the scenic trail that circles this mountain sanctuary.
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Leland Snowplay

9.0/10 (56 reviews)
Leland Snowplay offers thrilling snow tubing with multiple groomed lanes for all ages in Pinecrest, California. Enjoy the convenience of lift services and relax at the day lodge between exhilarating downhill runs.
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Leland Meadows

9.0/10 (2 reviews)
Leland Meadows offers a serene mountain escape with a private lake and tennis courts amid towering pines. Enjoy fishing in summer or visit the adjacent snow play area during winter months.
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Pinecrest Dog Beach

This serene lakeside retreat offers clear waters and forested views in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Bring your canine companion to enjoy swimming and picnicking in this peaceful natural setting.
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Pinecrest Peak

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pinecrest Peak during your travels in Pinecrest. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.
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Granite Bowl

Granite Bowl's rugged scree terrain offers a distinctive geological landscape in Stanislaus National Forest. Hikers can explore its rocky formations while enjoying panoramic views of surrounding wilderness.
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Learn more about Pinecrest

Nestled in the Sierra Nevada, this alpine lake retreat offers crystal-clear waters perfect for swimming and kayaking during summer months. Hikers can explore surrounding forest trails while winter transforms the area into a snowy playground for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

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A snowy landscape with large rocks, a clear blue sky, and a forested mountain in the background.
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Top Pinecrest Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Pinecrest

Timberline Lodge - Arnold - Bear Valley

Timberline Lodge - Arnold - Bear Valley

10/10 Excellent
"Our stay was great, only issue was no towel hooks/bar by sink or shower."
Robert 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Timberline Lodge - Arnold - Bear Valley
The Hotel at Black Oak Casino Resort

The Hotel at Black Oak Casino Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Thank you!"
Maria 1-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
The Hotel at Black Oak Casino Resort
Strawberry Inn

Strawberry Inn

8/10 Good
"Only thing I would have liked a screen for the window so we could open the window instead of running the air conditioning."
Lia 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Strawberry Inn
Yosemite Westgate Lodge

Yosemite Westgate Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"The room was clean and comfortable. The property was about 20 minutes drive to the Yosemite Big Oak Plat entrance. There is a cafe by the hotel that serves breakfast to dinner, which is very helpful during the trip. Overall we were really glad that we chose the hotel."
Jianjun 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Yosemite Westgate Lodge
Firefall Ranch Yosemite

Firefall Ranch Yosemite

10/10 Excellent
"It is an amazing place to stay: quiet, calm, and peaceful. The burgers are fantastic"
Marco Antonio 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Firefall Ranch Yosemite
Under Canvas Yosemite

Under Canvas Yosemite

10/10 Excellent
"A cozy, family‑friendly campi g experience with clean facilities, great food, and plenty of fun for the kids. The absolute highlight was the heated beds, which made the whole stay feel extra comfortable and memorable. If you want it even shorter, choose: shorter summary or punchy tagline."
Sherena 2-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Under Canvas Yosemite
Buck Meadows Lodge

Buck Meadows Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Best place we stayed in pool bar restaurant room restaurant all top notch and all staff fantastic made our stay best so far. If i came back to this area i would stay here again."
michael 3-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Buck Meadows Lodge
Mi Wuk Village Inn

Mi Wuk Village Inn

8/10 Good
"Great location! Beds weren’t comfy though. Very clean and a cozy feel."
Alyssa 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Mi Wuk Village Inn
Arnold Meadowmont Lodge

Arnold Meadowmont Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Charming little place! Must check out the backyard with the fire pit and the lovely hangout that’s there in the bbq area! Very close to restaurants and grocery stores!"
Deepali 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Arnold Meadowmont Lodge

More cheap accommodation in Pinecrest

Aladdin Inn

Aladdin Inn

14260 Mono Way Sonora CA
NZ$168
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Aladdin Inn
Wildwood Inn

Wildwood Inn

22960 Meadow Dr. Twain Harte CA
NZ$197
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Wildwood Inn
The Hotel at Black Oak Casino Resort

The Hotel at Black Oak Casino Resort

19398 Tuolumne Rd N Tuolumne CA
NZ$207
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (279 reviews)
The Hotel at Black Oak Casino Resort
Timberline Lodge - Arnold - Bear Valley

Timberline Lodge - Arnold - Bear Valley

890 California 4 Arnold CA
NZ$218
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (109 reviews)
Timberline Lodge - Arnold - Bear Valley
Buck Meadows Lodge

Buck Meadows Lodge

7649 Highway 120 Groveland CA
NZ$229
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (382 reviews)
Buck Meadows Lodge
Strawberry Inn

Strawberry Inn

31880 Highway 108 Strawberry CA
NZ$479
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
7.2/10 Good! (243 reviews)
Strawberry Inn

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Pinecrest?
The best area to stay in Pinecrest is directly around Pinecrest Lake, as this offers unparalleled access to the main attractions and activities.This central area provides direct access to the lake, which is the heart of Pinecrest's appeal. You'll find the marina, a popular swimming beach, and various walking trails all within easy reach. The general store and a few dining options are also concentrated here, making it very convenient for visitors.Families often find this area ideal due to the sheer number of activities available on and around the lake. Children will love the swimming areas, paddle boat rentals, and the ease of access to the playground. The short distances to everything mean less travel time and more time enjoying the holiday.Couples looking for an active yet relaxing getaway will appreciate staying near the lake. You can easily rent kayaks or stand-up paddleboards for a morning on the water, enjoy a scenic hike around the lake, or simply relax by the shore.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, although it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if cancelled within 24 to 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to 'My Trips' and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by 'Fully refundable property' for hotels in Pinecrest.
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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Pinecrest?
Prices for hotels in Pinecrest often vary, but you can find a great deal from NZ$138 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by 'Price: low to high' for our cheapest rates.

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