As the name suggests, Yosemite View Lodge is so close to the park that any closer and you'd actually be in it! It also straddles the banks of the Merced River on which river rafting is available in season (Apr-Jun) together with excellent fishing. Virgin Holidays guests will be spoilt for choice with not one, but three swimming pools to choose from, as well as five whirlpools and two restaurants. There is also a cosy lounge bar in which to discuss the day's adventures.
Amenities
Bar
Free Parking
Internet Access
Laundry Service
Restaurant
Safety Deposit Box
Swimming Pool
Near National Park
Where is it
A 5-minute drive from the Western 'Arch Rock' entrance to Yosemite. The bus for the national park stops here.
Hotel information
335 rooms on 3 floors in 6 buildings with 3 lifts. All rooms have kitchenette, cable TV, coffee maker and hairdryer. Mountain View Rooms have 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.
River View Rooms have air-conditioning, private balcony, fireplace, spa tub, kitchenette and 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.
The River Restaurant & Lounge (open for breakfast and dinner). Parkside Pizza restaurant (closed Nov–Mar). Cocktail lounge. Convenience Store offering a wide range of groceries.
1 indoor and 3 outdoor swimming pools. Indoor and outdoor whirlpools.
WiFi*. Safe at front desk. Coin-operated laundry service*. Gift shop and convenience store. Complimentary self-parking.
Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page
*Denotes local charge.
Tioga Pass is subject to closure due to adverse weather conditions, for up-to-date information please check www.nps.gov/yose/.
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Perfect Location that's worth the money
Jun 1, 2025VOgirlPortland, Oregon
A mere 10 minutes from the Yosemite Arch entrance, this place is a gem. We had a large room with kitchenette, fireplace, and a spacious patio with table and 4 chairs. The patio is right next to the roaring Merced River. Bathroom was spacious for 2 people. Beds are comfortable. making your own meals and eating on the patio is a great alternative… Read more
A mere 10 minutes from the Yosemite Arch entrance, this place is a gem. We had a large room with kitchenette, fireplace, and a spacious patio with table and 4 chairs. The patio is right next to the roaring Merced River. Bathroom was spacious for 2 people. Beds are comfortable. making your own meals and eating on the patio is a great alternative to restaurant food. Large property with 3 pools, 5 hot tubs, game room and laundry. Negatives..Jacuzzi tub is too big and deep for senior guests. It was difficult to get in and out of even with handrails. There is no bathroom fan, so ther was mold on the ceiling. The bed had a metal"skirt", so every time you accidentally bumped it there was the sound of thunder. When the heat comes on, it sounds like a loud remote control car . Read less
Loved our stay
مايو 30, 2025wretched85Belleville, Illinois
Great stay close to Yosemite. I was nervous on first glance of what the rooms would be like. They were pleasantly clean and comfortable. Nice to have a stove top, microwave, and mini fridge considering the lack of restaurants in the area. The lobby has a good selection of food ans goods and the employees were wonderful. Ate at the pizzeria on… Read more
Great stay close to Yosemite. I was nervous on first glance of what the rooms would be like. They were pleasantly clean and comfortable. Nice to have a stove top, microwave, and mini fridge considering the lack of restaurants in the area. The lobby has a good selection of food ans goods and the employees were wonderful. Ate at the pizzeria on property and it was delicious. Plenty of pools and hot tubs to enjoy, as well as a small area to sit and enjoy the river. While the game room was outdated and many machines were down, our family enjoyed what was available. I would most definitely return when at Yosemite and as long as you go into it not expecting a 5 star resort, it's a wonderful experience. Read less
Great view of the Merced River
مايو 19, 2025Chris M
Yosemite View Lodge is in a great location, about 25 minutes outside the park, and located right on the Merced River. Most of the rooms have balconies that face the river, so it's a great view. It looks like the Yosemite View Lodge was a motel in another life, as some areas look have been updated, while some areas have not. As a result, our room… Read more
Yosemite View Lodge is in a great location, about 25 minutes outside the park, and located right on the Merced River. Most of the rooms have balconies that face the river, so it's a great view. It looks like the Yosemite View Lodge was a motel in another life, as some areas look have been updated, while some areas have not. As a result, our room came complete with a mini kitchen with an old school drip coffee maker - terrible coffee! Also, the bathroom had a huge pink jacuzzi bathtub with a shower. The side of the tub was pretty high, so not that easy to climb over into the tub/shower. Lots of towels. The mattress was very comfortable. Unfortunately, the TV didn't work. This was our 'Plan B' hotel as we couldn't find accommodations in the Park. The view and location improved my rating. Read less
Yosemite View Lodge
Apr 20, 2025Companion54932612527Las Vegas, Nevada
Yosemite View Lodge is a fantastic place to stay, especially for its convenient location near the park entrance. The on-site Parkside Pizza offers delicious pizzas, and the River Restaurant & Lounge provides a variety of American dishes. The gift shop is well-stocked with souvenirs, snacks, and essentials, making it easy to grab what you need… Read more
Yosemite View Lodge is a fantastic place to stay, especially for its convenient location near the park entrance. The on-site Parkside Pizza offers delicious pizzas, and the River Restaurant & Lounge provides a variety of American dishes. The gift shop is well-stocked with souvenirs, snacks, and essentials, making it easy to grab what you need without leaving the property. The riverside balconies offer stunning views, and the night sky is perfect for stargazing. Overall, it’s a great spot to relax and enjoy the beauty of Yosemite. Read less
Ideal location 2 miles from entrance to Yosemite National Park
Apr 2, 2025Richard TBurnley, United Kingdom
Excellent location only 2 miles outside the Park. This is helpful to arrive at the entrance gate early as queues can quickly get long to enter the Park. It is definitely worth getting a room right next to the river. It is great to be able to sit on the balcony with a glass of wine. Although the river is noisy, the double glazed windows are… Read more
Excellent location only 2 miles outside the Park. This is helpful to arrive at the entrance gate early as queues can quickly get long to enter the Park. It is definitely worth getting a room right next to the river. It is great to be able to sit on the balcony with a glass of wine. Although the river is noisy, the double glazed windows are excellent at keeping the noise out once in the room. Rooms are a little dark and old fashioned but well equipped including fridge, toaster, hob (old fashioned) etc. Restaurant was ok, nothing special, and shop was well stocked. A great choice when visiting the Park. Read less
Perfect Location that's worth the money
