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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
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Gazebo

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$363
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug

Explore the area

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9966 Highway 140, El Portal, CA, 95318
  • El Portal Market
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Yosemite Valley
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout 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 curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout curtains, 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 curtains
  • 37 sq m
  • 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 curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 42 sq m
  • 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 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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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 curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Blackout curtains, 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 curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 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, 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
  • ‪Parkside Pizza - ‬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 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

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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
  • 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 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

  • 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 19 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cedar Lodge on 20 Aug 2025 start from AU$355.20, 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. 876 out of 1973 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 656 out of 1973 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 309 out of 1973 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1973 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1973 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

Shane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was fit for purpose, dining in the bistro was very average. Would we recommend eating there. No it was pretty average food and poor service to be honest. The pool and hot tub was a great addition. Would we stay again? Yes but would sort out other arrangements for dinner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

SRIDHAR

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Adam

Clean, safe and friendly. The tap water flow is too low, no microwave.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food at the bar was very good. Loved the grounds and the riverwalk across the street. It was a short drive to Yosemite.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

sonny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is nice and clean, 30 minutes drive to Yosemite valley is not bad
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Yelena

Good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pai

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We rented a two bedroom suite.The room stinks so bad it has a very nasty odor. The bathroom smells like pee. It was a suite land there no hair blow dryer. Not sure if I want to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great Price and the River across the street is a bonus. We had 5 people so we got the room that had 2 beds and one pull out. The pull out bed was extremely uncomfortable. you could feel the springs just digging into your body. It was soo uncomfortable we put it back and just slept on the couch instead.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean. The tap water flow is too low. No microwave
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Bill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This property is a beautiful 20 minute drive from the Park entrance. It is a wonderful location across the highway from the Merced River. The property is aging and there is much deferred maintenance. The amenities are sparse. Two large urns (coffee and water) are in in the front lobby with packets of sugar and powdered creamer as the only nod to hospitality. The lobby from 0630 to 0730 is shared with motel staff as they have a cup before going about that their duties. There is a restaurant on the property but it had not yet opened for the season. The kitchen did have a egg muffins for purchase. There is a bar that has some food for purchase at night but we did not get a chance to visit. Our room was quiet and clean but dated. The bright spot was the mini fridge, it was cold and the freezer space kept our freezer packs frozen. We were provided two sets of towels but no washcloths. The bathroom sink had been painted with a porcelain type paint in an attempt to update it but the effect is to show how shabby the job was done. The caulking around the sink and surround were also in need of repair. There was also a 2 foot crack in the ceiling above the shower. The water intrusion in this area has caused the paint to peel. There was a sizeable contingent of works on the property doing maintenance and repairs but they have a lot to accomplish.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

BARKHA KISHOR

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Internet absolutely sucks at this location. If you need it for anything don’t rely on this one!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magdalena

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

Yosemite mothers day weekend.

Really spacious roon great for my family size very clean ,great location 25 min from Yosemite and affordable price rate I definitely recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stay. Enjoyed the hot tub and pool after a long day of hiking. Wish the restaurant was opened later. Breakfast selection was a lot to be desired.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahesh

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Cicely.J.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra, Waynesboro

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Extremely rude woman at Cedar Bar Restaurant took our order. She's lucky we didn't walk out.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

Nice place to stay near Yosemite

Room was very clean and a good size. Bar and grill on premises served simple but tasty food
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Fidel

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Randall, Athens

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is an older motel. The AC was a wall installed type and blows the curtains out and the air to the window.The door didn’t close tightly at the bottom and allowed light from outside to flood the room. I like a very dark room for sleeping and it wasn’t. The shower faucet was a single valve type and was difficult to get to the warm temp, it was either too hot or too cold. The young lady that checked us in after a long drive from Sacramento and a fight in was curtious but not friendly. Felt like she was unconcerned and ready to go home. This was pre regular season. But we were close to Yosemite which was why we came.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to Yosemite. Beautiful area
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Du, Rosemead

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to park entrance. Not many eating places. We were thankful for a pizza place, bar/grill type restaurant and a mini market that were close. Rooms were clean. Appreciated the mini fridge and coffee maker. Would be extra nice to have a microwave.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025