Cedar Lodge

2.0 star property
Delightful beach hotel with Access to hot tub
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Cedar Lodge

Fishing
Front of property
Exterior
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (with sofa sleeper)
Property grounds

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
The price is AU$216
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov

Explore the area

Map
9966 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318
  • El Portal Market
    6 min drive
  • Yosemite National Park
    8 min drive
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
    12 min drive
  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    38 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Room

Highlights

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Tub and kitchenette)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed ( Spa Tub )

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (with kitchenette)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Murphy Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (with sofa sleeper)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 42 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

El Portal

At Cedar Lodge, you'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Sierra National Forest and 7.9 km (4.9 mi) from El Portal Market. Highlights at this beach hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Cedar House Restaurant, is open for breakfast and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the lazy river, Hot tub, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this El Portal hotel include Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance and Yosemite Valley.

What's nearby

  • El Portal Market - 6 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 12 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Yosemite Valley - 15 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Tunnel View - 26 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Badger Pass Ski Area - 47 min drive - 46.8 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

Delightful beach hotel with Access to hot tub
Cedar Lodge offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, an indoor pool, a lazy river, and Access to hot tub. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 904 square feet (84 square metres) and includes conference space. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Cedar Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This El Portal hotel is smoke free.

  • 210 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 6 buildings
  • 904 sq ft of conference space
  • 84 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1978
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Corner/local shop
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Cedar Lodge offers 210 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels.

This El Portal hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and a ceiling fan. An iron/ironing board, hairdryers and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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 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

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • 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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

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
  • Refrigerator

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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)
For more details, 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

  • No pets 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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Administrative fee: USD 5.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed 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
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in 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

Is parking available at Cedar Lodge?

Yep, Cedar Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Cedar Lodge?

As of 22 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cedar Lodge on 24 Nov 2024 start from AU$207.82, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Cedar Lodge?

The closest beach to Cedar Lodge is Cathedral Beach (21.2 km).

Does Cedar Lodge have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Cedar Lodge has a seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 9 AM to 10 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to October).

Does Cedar Lodge have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What makes Cedar Lodge a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as fireplaces in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Cedar Lodge.

Does Cedar Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is available at Cedar Lodge.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cedar Lodge?

No, Cedar Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Cedar Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Cedar Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Cedar Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Cedar Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 741 out of 1830 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 629 out of 1830 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 304 out of 1830 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 100 out of 1830 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1830 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Shaoling

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accomodations. Little creek with the beach makes it a perfect place to relax with the family!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

MR D J

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kazuki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

xiaochun

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is good location, but we could not get their WiFi working for us, we couldn’t use my phone and internet connection at all, this is the only complaint we have. Cleanness is not very good, but it’s ok for one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ryo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was Clean and big enough
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Carmen

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the Merced River. Close to the west entrance to Yosemite National Park. Beautiful area. Clean facilities. The bathroom walls need some repair. Staff is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and the room was ok. No cell service and wifi wouldn't keep. TV channels limited. Good to have refrigerator. Great store with lots of items you might need. Worst part is no microwave, no real complimentary stuff (no coffee tea if forgot to bring your own mug), and only a $22 breakfast buffet extra. Plan ahead for breakfast. Very close to tunnel entrance to Yosemite is great. River access across the street is great. AC works. Nice enough place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ocie, mobile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a great alternative to corporate accommodations and NO cellular signal to distract family time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome hotel with all amenities. There is a fantastic mountain river to swim in and 3 different pools (1 indoor). If you are visiting Yosemite, this is the place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

normina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Picnic area near the unit
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shivaprasad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

HIDEYUKI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nearby Yosemite
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Marsha, Alabaster

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valentin

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Min

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We have a one night stay. My husband and I both have insects on bed and I was bit which makes me feel uncomfortable. I will not recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for our visit to Yosemite, large comfortable room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hot water did not work 2nd night Plumbing made excessive noise
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Narayan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Douglas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property with great grounds; the outside tables, river access, etc. were excellent. The restaurant was not great, though, with poor service and food was cold when it reached the table. If you want to eat on property, use the Bar & Grill, where the service was excellent, and, while not as many choices, the food was better
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dave

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024