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Lake View Lodge

2.5 star property
Mountain Lee Vining motel with restaurant

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Located near Mono Lake, Lake View Lodge offers a cozy retreat with ski-in/ski-out access. Unwind on the garden terrace or grab a bite to eat at The Basin Cafe which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. With laundry facilities and free WiFi in public areas you can stay connected while enjoying water activities like paddleboarding.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)
The current price is CNY1,049
CNY1,285 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Floor plan

Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Bed sheets

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Floor plan

Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Bed sheets

Family House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Family House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | View from room

Family House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

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Family Mobile Home, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Bed sheets

Family Mobile Home, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | Bed sheets

Basic Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Microwave
Desk chair
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Townhome | Private kitchen | Microwave

Family Townhome

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
2 bedrooms
Microwave
Desk chair
Living room
  • 19 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Basic Single Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Microwave
Desk chair
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
51285 Highway 395, Lee Vining, CA, 93541

What's nearby

  • Mono Lake Committee Information Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mono Basin National Forest Scenic Area Visitor Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mono Lake - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
  • June Mountain Ski Area - 17 min drive - 29.9 km
  • June Mountain - 33 min drive - 34.6 km

Getting around

  • Mammoth Lakes, CA (MMH-Mammoth Yosemite) - 34 min drive
  • Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal) - 89.5 miles/144.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Whoa Nellie Deli - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Nicely's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mono Cone - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Latte Da Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Basin Cafe, Lee Vining - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Lake View Lodge

Enjoy your visit to Lee Vining with a stay at Lake View Lodge. For a bite to eat, guests can check out The Basin Cafe, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 60 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • The front desk is open Monday - Friday (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (7:00 AM - 11:00 PM)
    • Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • 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 summer, 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

    • One child (5 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Hot springs nearby
  • Marina nearby

Services

  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

The Basin Cafe - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.

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:
  • Service fee: USD 11.2 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5.95 to 50.95 for adults, and USD 4.95 to 49.95 for children

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 13 2025 to May 7 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the dining venues
  • Breakfast
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 26 to May 7:
  • One of the dining venues
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.00 per night

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
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, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover
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

Lake View Lodge Lee Vining
Lake View Lee Vining
Lake View Hotel Lee Vining
Lake View Lodge Motel
Lake View Lodge Lee Vining
Lake View Lodge Motel Lee Vining

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Lake View Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Lake View Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

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

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Lake View Lodge and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for cycling and boat tours. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs, ecotours, and hunting. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Lake View Lodge?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The Basin Cafe. One of the dining venues will be unavailable from November 13 2025 to May 7 2026 (dates subject to change).

Does Lake View Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Lake View Lodge like?

Lake View Lodge is located a short 16-minute walk from Mono Basin National Forest Scenic Area Visitor Center. Travelers say that the motel is in a great location.

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Reviews

Lake View Lodge Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant offers great food options with excellent outdoor seating and beautiful views. (11 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and comfortable. Enjoyed our stay.
Mitchell, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Yes very accessible and cute little place to stay at.
Estephany, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Stephanie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice location
Greg, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

we stayed in tired OLD PART OF THIS FACILITY,
rich, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great food options on premise and nearby
Perikumar Mukundbhai, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

While the decor is dated (which is insignificant), the room was spacoius, clean and the staff was friendly. Highly recommend.
Debra, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Proximity to Yosemite
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really cool place to un wind. Great little town.
Brian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was quaint and had a nice restaurant for breakfast. The bathroom was small but clean.
Dennette, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great garden
Fran Haulman, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed here several times and like the convenience of being near Yosemite.
Patti, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location. Much better than a two star rating would imply. Restaurant on premises was very nice to have.
Timothy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cabin is seculded with trees and owl.
Godar, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Convenient place for my needs.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Convenient location and parking. Really liked having the lower level.
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and absolutely convenient location.
Anthony, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic place to stay for the night. Small and convenient. Right in town as well so you could walk anywhere!
Morrison, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place,, beautiful and amazing.. i recomend and i will come back again
Aníbal, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect access for Tuolumne Meadows and Yosemite rock climbing!!
Charles, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet and cozy place! The restaurant on the property was amazing as well!
Brian, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location, good room.
Patricia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nicest place in Lee Vining. Very nice.
Stuart, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Charming a family owned property with friendly staff and great food and atmosphere
Lloyd, 1-night trip