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Cedar Lodge

2.0 star property
Beach location and indoor pool

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$240
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec

Explore the area

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9966 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318
  • Place, Merced River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Yosemite Valley
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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

Blackout curtains, 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
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed - queen
Private bathroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 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
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Jetted bath
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Blackout curtains, 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
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed - queen
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • 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)

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
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Blackout curtains, 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
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (with kitchenette)

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (with kitchenette)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

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

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 3 hot tubs, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .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 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 free self parking, along with 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

  • 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
  • The Ahwahnee - 34 min drive - 39.8 km

Getting around

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

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

Beach location and indoor pool
Cedar Lodge offers its guests 3 hot tubs, an indoor pool, and a seasonal outdoor pool. 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 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature 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.

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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
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Canyon Bar & Grill
  • Cedar House Restaurant

Things to do

  • 3 hot tubs
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing
  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate
  • 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
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • 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 lift

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
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Fireplace
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • 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 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.

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 29 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cedar Lodge on 18 Dec 2025 start from AU$232.34, 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).

What makes Cedar Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages 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

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 956 out of 2113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 688 out of 2113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 325 out of 2113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 94 out of 2113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 2113 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

akhilesh

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ting

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aradhya

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tabitha

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Monica

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This wasn’t a bad place considering the choices in the area near the park. Had a convenient store within the office area and also 2 restaurants(1 open for breakfast and they really get you with only a buffet @21.95 worth about $10) and a bar. A lot here is about convenience because there’s. no walkable options. FYI, Shampoo, no conditioner or lotions. The river across the street in a Parklike setting is nice w some picnic tables and grills.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Kurt

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Raman, Bedford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Cedar Lodge was a great location for a quick Yosemite trip. The staff was super friendly upon check in. They have a store in the main building for anything you may have forgotten and some Yosemite swag. Check in was smooth and there is plenty of parking. The room was a little outdated, but clean, quiet and the beds were comfortable. Nice size in room fridge that kept everything cold. We checked out super early in the morning to get to our hike and there was a convenient drop box outside the main lobby door.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If I could give zero stars I would. First, people should know you will get absolutely NO cell service, can’t make phone calls or send/revive texts, nothing. And when you ask the staff they will lie to you. Same goes for the tv in the room, didn’t work and when I asked for maintenance to come they said they’d send them right away. That never happened, so I called back to which they said the whole hotel wasn’t getting tv service. All I had to do was walk out of room to see all the other people enjoying their TVs. So when I called back their response was “oh yes, I heard her tell you that, I don’t know why she said that.” Second lie. And they never came to fix my tv. Sheets were dirty. I could go on and on. And it was $250/night, pay the extra money to stay anywhere else.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hui ming

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was pleasant, the rooms and whole place was better than I expected. The pool was nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ismail

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
About 15 minutes East of Yosemite’s CA-140 entrance. Room was clean and recently renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chinghui

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was beyond my expectations. The hotel provides very impressive facilities along the river in front of the hotel. I felt that I was staying in a resort but not just a hotel. However, the wifi was very weak.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

anna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

MICHELE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The electricity was going to be off the morning after we arrived. People were working on the wires in the area. We were told we should be in the shower before 8am to avoid any interruption. This was unpleasant news and the hotel should have offered a meal voucher as compensation for the inconvenience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Rogelio

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Miguel

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chevrolet

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay! Big room and bathroom. Will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moinak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Carlo Angelo

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Internet did not work and it remained problematic for our two day stay. The entrance to the indoor swimming pool did not work. The outdoor swimming pools were not cleaned. However, our stay was affordable and it was an easy drive to Yosemite!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved staying at the Cedar Lodge. Its an excellent place to rest. Wonderful views, very peaceful. Thank you Cedar Lodge.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zaru

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Zaru

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was good apart from wifi :(
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Leefen

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Toilet is very old style. The seat is very low. The floor is dark and old. I think it is time for this lodge to remodel so they can ask tourist to pay the price as high qulity hotel. The restaurant isn't good either.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Besides the electricity going out. It was a good location to Yosemite. There was mold in the shower. I was not happy with the resturant on-site when the electricity went out they were yelling at customers
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025