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.
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
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.
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
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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Cedar Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The property offers two pools, one indoor and one outdoor, which were clean and great for relaxing. (95 reviews)
The property offers convenient and ample parking, with a great location close to the park entrance. (31 reviews)
The hot tub was a highlight, with many guests enjoying its warm and relaxing experience. (27 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Sep 20, 2025
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
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2025
Gros complexe de motels mais tout y est , propreté, services de restauration, piscine, personnel sympathique…/
Isabelle
Isabelle, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 3, 2025
Ideal location nice staff and clean rooms,
Sri harish
Sri harish, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 6, 2025
Hôtel confortable.
Bon hôtel à la sortie de Yosemite .
Cécile
Cécile, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2025
Great stay! Big room and bathroom. Will stay here again.
Chevrolet
Chevrolet, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2025
Great location near park entrance. Beautiful river to lounge by! We enjoyed our spacious room!
Amber
Amber, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Great place to stay close to yosemite
Allen
Allen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 25, 2025
It was a beautiful location and the rooms were great!
Rocco
Rocco, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2025
Great place
Devin
Devin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2025
Good location to stay close to park
Suresh Kumar
Suresh Kumar, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
Hotel bom, piscina externa e interna, confortável e próximo da entrada de lake Tahoe.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 6, 2025
Hôtel très bien pour une halte aux pieds de la Sierra Nevada. Personnel très sympathique, chambre propre et salle de bain très agréable.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2025
The rooms are great at a good price.
Yolanda
Yolanda, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 24, 2025
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
Nusie, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 21, 2025
Great stay for Yosemite
Alan
Alan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2025
We stayed there 1 night on our road trip around the state and it checked all the boxes we needed it to.
Jared
Jared, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2025
Nice hotel close to yosemite vally
Amelia
Amelia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2025
Excelente ubicación
Jorge
Jorge, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 2, 2025
Very convenient access to Yosemite National Park
Philip
Philip, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 20, 2025
Hôtel très bien situé
Hôtel bien situé et très bien équipé . Prestation de qualité . Correspond au descriptif .. personnel agréable ..
LAURENT
LAURENT, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 17, 2025
Nice personal, clean, close to the park
María
María, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2025
Very Good location
Inna
Inna, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 1, 2025
요세미티 접근성과 가족 휴식을 병행하기 모두 좋았습니다.
실내외 수영장, 보조부엌이 있는 방, 그로서리 등 로지 내에 활용할 수 있는 시설이 다양했습니다.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
Nice place close to Yosemite
Sammy
Sammy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
Was very nice, clean, nice employees, calm environment.