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Yosemite Gateway Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Lee Vining

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Relax on the patio with a scenic view of mountains and water.
Two comfortable beds with dark headboards and white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp and clock, and a window with curtains.
Enjoy breathtaking views of a serene lake and distant mountains from this balcony.
Welcome to Yosemite Gateway Motel, surrounded by lush greenery and scenic views of the surrounding mountains.
Residential buildings sit atop stilts on a sloping hillside, offering multiple levels and outdoor living spaces.

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

2 Queen Deluxe with A/C, Microwave and Refridgeratpr - Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 323 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (Family Suite)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 498 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Family Room, Non Smoking

Family Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
51340 Highway 395, Lee Vining, CA, 93514

What's nearby

  • Mono Lake Committee Information Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mono Basin National Forest Scenic Area Visitor Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mono Lake - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Lundy Lake - 12 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Yosemite Tioga Pass Entrance - 22 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 157 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whoa Nellie Deli - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mono Cone - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nicely's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Latte Da Coffee Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bodie Mike's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Yosemite Gateway Motel

Motel near Mono Lake
Yosemite Gateway Motel provides amenities like a terrace and a garden.
Additional perks include:
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and smoke-free premises
  • A vending machine
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
Seasonal Road Closure Notice: HWY 120 (Tioga Pass) generally closes for the winter from late October through late June. Daily closures can also occur during periods of inclement weather in spring and fall. The Eastern entrance to Yosemite National Park is located 45 minutes from Mammoth Lakes. Yosemite's Eastern Gate or Tuolumne Meadows is not accessible when Tioga Pass is closed. All other Yosemite National Park entrances are open year round. Guests are advised to check local road conditions/closures before travel with the California Department of Transportation at www.dot.ca.gov or by calling 800-427-7623.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 15 and April 4.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

Yosemite Gateway Hotel Lee Vining
Yosemite Gateway Motel Lee Vining
Yosemite Gateway Lee Vining
Yosemite Gateway Lee Vining
Yosemite Gateway Motel Motel
Yosemite Gateway Motel Lee Vining
Yosemite Gateway Motel Motel Lee Vining

Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in at Yosemite Gateway Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

How much does it cost to stay at Yosemite Gateway Motel?

As of Jul 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yosemite Gateway Motel on Aug 4, 2025 start from CA $218.42, 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.

What time is check-out at Yosemite Gateway Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Yosemite Gateway Motel located?

Situated in Lee Vining, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Mono Lake Committee Information Center and Mono Basin National Forest Scenic Area Visitor Center. Mono Lake is 2 mi (3.3 km) away.

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Yosemite Gateway Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 286 out of 863 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 863 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 863 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 863 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 863 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Amenities
Super convenient and a beautiful view!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location, pleasant staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Juliana

Room was ok but you can hear neighbors and people walking around. Front desk staff wasn't very friendly. Property is old but kind of charming and conveniently located to Yosemite Park entrance
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute place, nice location for a night passing thru on a road trip. Cute gift shops walkable. Ate dinner at The Basin Cafe and Breakfast at Nicely’s Restaurant. Loved both, great food!! and walkable. No amenities. Would give 5 stars but we had ants in our shower area. Nice updated bathroom counters/sink. Fridge and microwave. Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Carl

Cute older motel. Great location for stop between Vegas and Tahoe but not worth the price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

moshe

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Awesome location. Don’t expect anything. Beds were clean electric outlets didn’t work. It’s cozy and for what it is the view can’t be beat.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean. The room had the amenities we wanted when we booked the room. There were dining options across the street from the motel. The staff was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Older but convenient to Yosemite with nice view. They should update their door locks since we locked our selves in by way of sliding door which was the main door. Wish they did not lock the TV volume. Also wished staff stayed all the way to 10pm for access to the kitchen. but very quaint, the quaint, clean and comfortable beds. Nicely located. And the point is not the hotel. It’s the location since you should be out seeing the parks anyway. I recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Average
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Amenities
There is something alive and living in the walls. Was woken up every hour or more to movement in the walls. It was terrible and disgusting to hear.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ferymie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great view, nice location right off 395
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Great location, very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kjell Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location to access Yosemite from the east. Clean room, free parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

LINDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
beautiful view of wooded creek in fall colors. Comfortable room across the street from a full-service restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

YOSUKE

Liked: Amenities
great atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Berenice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place is clean and the c people in the lobby are friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was ok, loud a/c, bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria Grazia Yin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great position near mono lake and the entrance of the tioga road!Family room very spatious, clean and silencious,good view of mono lake, continental breakfast included very essential but good (fruit yoghurt pastry),
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sejal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved View from Motel and Town was very convenient to Yosemite National Park. I would recommend this Motel to everyone visiting with Family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Clean property, older building but kept up nice. Comfy beds and walkable to food and grocery
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’ve passed up this place many times in my travels but decided to try it. Clean and comfortable. Nice areas outside to enjoy the weather and scenery. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elise P Poulson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was a great location to enter on the east side of Yosemite. It had a great family room! Room was clean and well-maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always have a great experience staying at this property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023