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Cedar Lodge

2.0 star property
Beach location and indoor pool

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Fishing
Front of property
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Gazebo
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
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)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(85 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 398 sq ft
  • 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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 452 sq ft
  • 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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Murphy Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (with sofa sleeper)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(81 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 450 sq ft
  • 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
  • Badger Pass Ski Area - 52 min drive - 51.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Cedar Lodge

Hotel near Sierra National Forest
Located close to El Portal Market, Cedar Lodge provides a grocery/convenience store, a bar, and conference space. Active travelers 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, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an area shuttle, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A vending machine, a banquet hall, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the pool, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 210 rooms offer comforts such as fireplaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More 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

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

  • 904 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

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
  • 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 available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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 elevators
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–10 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Cedar Lodge?

As of Aug 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cedar Lodge on Aug 18, 2025 start from CA $279.48, excluding 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?

Check-out 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. 874 out of 1968 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 655 out of 1968 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 308 out of 1968 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1968 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1968 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay and pretty close to Yosemite!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajeev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and clean rooms, nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

pablo the gamer

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay outside of Yosemite! No cell service though, but other than that, it was great!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anindita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient location close to park entrance. Great views of the mountains.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

VINOD KUMAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Views are great from this property and close to the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location to Yosemite Valley.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If ever, we are going back in the area will consider staying in this place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cliffe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and beautiful area
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 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

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

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was great. Staff was okay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bettina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is next to a beautiful River.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

8/10 Good

RUBEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent option to spend more than a day
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very near one of the entrances to Yosemite National Park. The setting for this hotel is very picturesque. Due to its location, it is easy to arrive at the Yosemite entrance early in the morning and avoid the long line to enter the Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property! Great rooms located very close to park enterance! Very nice people working. Resturants and store conveniently located on property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was very convenient and the restaurant was good. There was very limited WiFi
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Amenities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jerald

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the river access. Wish there would of been more chairs to sit in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025