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Cedar Lodge

2.0 star property
Beach hotel with restaurant, near Sierra National Forest

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Near El Portal Market, Cedar Lodge offers a warm welcome with a grocery/convenience store, bar and on-site restaurant. Relax by the spa tub or unwind in the seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers. With an indoor pool featuring a lazy river and helpful staff at your service.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool and 3 hot tubs
  • Breakfast available
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Area shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Convenience store
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill(s)
$134 nightly
The total price is $152
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (with sofa sleeper)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(85 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 450 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed ( Spa Tub )

Standard Room, 1 King Bed ( Spa Tub ) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed ( Spa Tub )

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(89 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Tub and kitchenette)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Tub and kitchenette) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Tub and kitchenette)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

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
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (with kitchenette)

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (with kitchenette) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (with kitchenette)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Property grounds
Yosemite View Lodge
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 3,808 reviews
$175 nightly
The price is $199
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
9966 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318

What's nearby

  • Merced River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Yosemite National Park - 8 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 11 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Yosemite Valley - 14 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Badger Pass Ski Area - 40 min drive - 51.5 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 38 min drive
  • Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) - 127 min drive
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

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

About this property

Cedar Lodge

Cedar Lodge is a great choice for your beach stay in El Portal, putting you near activities like kayaking. The 3 hot tubs and indoor pool provide recreation options for everyone. Cedar House Restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers love the pool and helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 210 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • 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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Children's games
  • Toys
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Fishing
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • Conference space (904 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 6 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1978
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • An indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • 3 hot tubs
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Fireplace

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

Cedar House Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Canyon Bar & Grill - This café serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Administrative fee: USD 5.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from May to October

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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 there a pool at Cedar Lodge?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9 AM to 10 PM.

Are pets allowed at Cedar Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Cedar Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Cedar Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Cedar Lodge and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Soothe your senses in one of the 3 hot tubs or make use of other amenities, which include an indoor pool and a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Cedar Lodge?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Cedar House Restaurant.

What's the area around Cedar Lodge like?

Cedar Lodge is located by the river, a short 1-minute walk from Sierra National Forest and 5 minutes' walk from Merced River. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

Cedar Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The pools were clean, great for relaxing, and well-maintained, with both indoor and outdoor options available. (101 reviews)
  • The property offers convenient parking and a great location close to the park entrance with easy access to Yosemite Valley. (34 reviews)
  • The hot tub was a highlight, with many guests enjoying its temperature-controlled comfort and relaxation. (34 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Service staff
Parks
Bed
Food
Wifi
Breakfast
River

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean, and it had its own convenient store! Which was perfect for loading up on water and snacks for hiking or exploring. Everything around it was very eco-friendly to persevere the natural area that it resides in. It was perfect because it was right on the way to Yosemite National Park!
Kiana, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Well done, really enjoyed the pool with kids.
Travis, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Location and clean rooms
AMIT, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Ideal location nice staff and clean rooms,
Sri harish, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great time and really liked our room. Clean and comfortable. Tastefully decorated.
Mathilde Brix, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice cozy lode near Yosemite. Cool game room and common area. Three pools including one indoor and one adult only, which is nice.
Quan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean & comfortable. Food at the grill was good. Great place to stay for a trip to Yosemite. I’ll be back!
Jordan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A place to come back to again

Great accommodations at a beautiful place while offering wonderful meals at same location, with a very roomy suite that also had outdoor balcony to enjoy.
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay for visiting Yosemite. Staff was nice, rooms were not bad. I love an older hotel that you can back right up to your room! Would definitely stay there again
louise, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Super gym and pool area, good food in the bar nearby, central to NP
Ulrich, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Closeness to park, eating option, WiFi
Nirav, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and helpful staff
Phil, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was fine. WiFi was poor. Check in was easy.
Jim, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My stay was pleasant, the rooms and whole place was better than I expected. The pool was nice too.
Hui ming, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and updated. Staff were friendly and helpful. The bed was soft and super comfy. The indoor pool and hot tub were welcome after a day of hiking Yosemite, in November no less! Loved all the carved bears around the property and stuffed bear collection in the lobby. Great gift shop and grocery store. The restaurant and bar was good too. Yummy onion rings and cocktails, good wine and beer! Lovely river, gazebo and beach across the street. Price was right. Best of all, super close to Yosemite (7 miles). This is my new favorite place to stay when visiting Yosemite.
Stef, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful property, nice friendly staff, beautiful location with a beach across the facility made it an amazing experience. Well equipped with swimming pool/spa / shops / restraunt
akhilesh, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient to the park. Very lean!
Sherry, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location — close to everything we needed. We were given a renovated room that was clean and comfortable, and the beds were especially good. The only downside was that the price felt a little high for the overall quality of the room. Still, we enjoyed our stay and appreciated the convenience and comfort.
Joshua, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

There are not a lot of options if you want to stay close to Yosemite, and I am generally wary of motels with exterior doors (some bad past experiences) but was pleasantly surprised by the Cedar lodge. It is not fancy or modern but was good enough. Hot tub was clean and hot. Restaurant and bar on site was perfect. Convenience store had everything we needed. Rooms were clean and the beds were ok. Best part is the short drive to the park.
Sean, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location to Yosemite Valley.
Todd, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

a very nice place, quit and comfortable. the staff is wonderful.
Antonio, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Would return

Rooms were as expected, Shout out to Tony we checked in very late and he was very knowledgeable and helpful.
Stacey, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Views are great from this property and close to the park.
VINOD KUMAR, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable. We especially enjoyed spending time as a family playing ping pong and billiards in the game room—it was a great way to connect and have fun together. The only minor downside was the weak Wi-Fi and limited connectivity (only two devices per room), which mattered since there was no cell signal in the area. But honestly, being in Yosemite, it felt nice to unplug and enjoy a bit of digital detox. Overall, a wonderful stay for families.
Kenji, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We had a large room and bathroom, which was great. We enjoyed the hot tub and pool. Things are getting old and may need repair or replacement soon, like our mattress. Overall we were happy to be near Yosemite and have easy access to the park.
Nusie, 4-night trip