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The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 7-minute walk to Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance

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Desk, cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Lunch and dinner served

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$328
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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45978 Sierra Drive, Three Rivers, CA, 93271
  • Place, Kaweah River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Rollaway/extra beds
Cots/infant beds
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Rollaway/extra beds
Cots/infant beds
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Rollaway/extra beds
Cots/infant beds
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Honeymoon Cabin

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Rollaway/extra beds
Cots/infant beds
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two Bedroom River House

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Cots/infant beds
Sofa bed
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Two Full Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Cots/infant beds
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Cots/infant beds
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Three Rivers

At The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance and Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Three Rivers, is open for lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and tour/ticket assistance. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .In proximity to this Three Rivers motel you'll find General Sherman Tree.
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What's nearby

  • Kaweah River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Foothills Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Lake Kaweah - 11 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

  • Visalia, CA (VIS-Visalia Municipal) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Factory - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tony’s Taverna On Wheels - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kaweah Coffee Roasters - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪River View Restaurant & Lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Reimers Candies & Gifts - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge

Motel with free parking, 7-minute walk to Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Three Rivers motel.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations, with a hairdryer. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. This Three Rivers motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Full-sized fridge/freezers and coffee/tea makers are provided. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested. Cots/infant beds are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 to 20 for adults and USD 7 to 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Three Rivers

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 20 for adults and USD 7 to 18 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge?

The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge?

As of 12 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge on 12 Jan 2026 start from AU$328.02, 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.

Is parking available at The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge?

Yep, The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge has a free self car park.

Does The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge?

No, The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 186 out of 507 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 507 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 507 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 507 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 507 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
They advertise the river but there is no way to see the river unless you walk to bridge. All private. I would not have chose this expensive place had I known that. Very disappointing. Exposed floor tacks to bathroom. Ok otherwise
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Great experience

We initially had an issue with too much air freshener in our room and once we asked about it, the staff immediately put an ionizer in the room and took care of the problem completely. The restaurant served great food and very large portions. The bed and shower were great. Cleaning staff was incredibly friendly as were bartenders and wait staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Daria

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

I quiet place to stay

Almost everything was great. Got the key and went to a nice room that had everything. There was a AC, but we could sleep there with one small window opened in a restroom. It was enough of fresh air for both of us. And the mattress is too hard for a skinny side sleeper. It was painfull to sleep until i put smth beneath the sheet. Also, this place gets a little noisy in the early morning. Some trucks arrive at around 7 and, without turning off the engine for an hour or so, don't let you sleep. The restaurant seemed to be a little bit too expensive. So we, personally, ate at different places. But, overall, it was a good stay for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I like the location closed to the Sequoia N.P. I don't like the parking and noisy in the early morning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overpriced but of course everything is in California. Friendly staff. Outrageous prices in restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sheena

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sheryl Ann

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property is not maintained, 1 of the rooms smells like damp towel, which we didn’t use and kept the door closed to make sure the whole place don’t smell. The kitchen is good, location is good. The food at the restaurant is great and servers are nice. Wish they maintain the place better, perhaps changing the carpet will make it feel a little bit more homey and feel cleaner.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

JONATHAN

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location above a river and right next to the Sequoia Park entrance, with an excellent restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience, friendly , helpful service . Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

charles

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities
The view was a huge selling point. Unfortunately they have Yellow Jackets that harass anyone outside. Rooms are very small without proper air conditioning. Food is overpriced.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Michelle

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

Pros and cons

Pros close to sequoia national park. Stayed in river house with my 3 teenagers. The deck was great with a beautiful view of the river. The towels were great and new ones were given to us on the 2nd day. Cons, the smell of garbage was awful. The kitchen was nasty, the sink didn’t drain. The place needs a good deep cleaning. The air conditioner smelled like mold. Wouldn’t stay here again. This was part of a large trip to the west coast it was probably my least favorite place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love th le stay here probably the best part of our trip. If we ever gone back we’ll definitely wanna stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Suzanne

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not a place I'd stay again.

The place needs a major overhaul. I'm by no means a hotel snob, but I do want to feel comfortable in a clean environment. The shower was miserable. It literally was a trickle. It was nearly impossible to regulate the temperature. Location was great however. It just needs a good cleaning, a plumber, and vinyl flooring.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, just outside Sequoia National park. Older but cleanotel and excellent restaurant. The staff was wonderful, very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Bret

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything was clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Andre

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night on our way out of Sequoia NP. Everyone was friendly and the restaurant was nice with good atmosphere. The parking lot was packed do to restaurant partons. They did keep the spot in front of our room clear. This was greatly appreciated after a long week of camping. Unfortunately the room was really grimy with hair in the shower drain, and on the bedding. AC and frig were insanely loud. Plus there was a 2 inch centipede in the room. If the room was more well kept and less noisy it would be a great place to stay. You can't get any closer to Sequoia National Park.
This centipede was in our room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Yuyuan

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Natalia

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge during our visit to Sequoia National Park, and it turned out to be a great choice. The location is super convenient — just minutes from the park entrance — which made it easy to get an early start each day. The room was clean and comfortable, but the true highlight was the restaurant. It’s set right on the creek with beautiful views and a peaceful, relaxing vibe. We loved sitting outside, enjoying delicious food while watching birds fly around — it felt magical. The menu had a great variety, and everything we tried was absolutely delicious. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend this lodge, especially to those looking for a charming place with a fantastic on-site restaurant near Sequoia.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding service from my check in, check out and my dinner experience so i highly recommend, i appreciate it 😀 I'll be back .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was nice to stay at a nostalgic motel from the 60-70’s. The food was very good overall. A bit on the pricey side but the location to Sequoia Nation Park made up for it. The people were wonderful and very friendly. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Beautiful Location

Inn is wonderfully located on the river near Sequoia southern entrance. Excellent restaurant and staff is very friendly and helpful. Clean but dated.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025