Yosemite View Lodge

Yosemite National Park, California

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Yosemite View Lodge, Yosemite National Park, California
Yosemite View Lodge, Yosemite National Park, US
Yosemite View Lodge, Yosemite National Park, California
Yosemite View Lodge, Yosemite National Park, California
Yosemite View Lodge, Yosemite National Park, US
Yosemite View Lodge, Yosemite National Park, California

The hotel

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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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent location for visiting Yosemite NP

Jul 13, 2025 David K West Caldwell, New Jersey

First off this is an excellent location for heading into Yosemite. The rooms are definitely dated but clean and functional. We stayed in a room that had a balcony overlooking the Merced river. Sitting outside, listening to the powerful current was a memorable experience. Be warned however, the river is loud! For those who have trouble… Read more
First off this is an excellent location for heading into Yosemite. The rooms are definitely dated but clean and functional. We stayed in a room that had a balcony overlooking the Merced river. Sitting outside, listening to the powerful current was a memorable experience. Be warned however, the river is loud! For those who have trouble sleeping the exterior door does an okay job of keeping out the sound but you can still hear it somewhat, and when you open the door it is quite loud. If you prefer to sleep with a lot of white noise then this is the room for you. Also the game room was a lot of fun! --Especially for the kids. Some of the games needed repairs but there was still enough choices of games. The on-site River Restaurant (run by a third party) had friendly, hardworking staff, but they seemed overwhelmed. We experienced long waits both to be seated and to receive our food. On the other hand, we had a much better experience in the lounge/bar area — the staff there were especially friendly and attentive. All in all this place is a decent option if you want to be very close to the Yosemite entrance, as there are very limited options out there. The convenience and riverside ambiance help offset the dated accommodations and occasional service hiccups. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Ruined the trip

Jul 8, 2025 ryanndwu Minneapolis, Minnesota

I booked a 3-bedroom unit a while back. I was told the room had water leak and could not be repaired, so they had to transfer us to another unit. I was very disappointed because we were not notified by any way before arrival about this issue. Regarding this, they promised to refund the price difference but I have not seen it yet. I would prefer… Read more
I booked a 3-bedroom unit a while back. I was told the room had water leak and could not be repaired, so they had to transfer us to another unit. I was very disappointed because we were not notified by any way before arrival about this issue. Regarding this, they promised to refund the price difference but I have not seen it yet. I would prefer somewhere else. The room we got in the other hotel didn’t meet our expectation either. It ruined the trip. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful view but tired room

Jul 6, 2025 insearchofaholiday Reading, United Kingdom

Firstly the positive feature, the view!!! We booked a river view room and wow it was amazing. The room itself is quite tired, there is a kitchenette but it was badly stocked. Bed was very soft and there was a window between the bathroom and bedroom which meant it is never dark in the room as the lights from car park light your room all night. BUT… Read more
Firstly the positive feature, the view!!! We booked a river view room and wow it was amazing. The room itself is quite tired, there is a kitchenette but it was badly stocked. Bed was very soft and there was a window between the bathroom and bedroom which meant it is never dark in the room as the lights from car park light your room all night. BUT location to yosrmite and the view from the room make it worth a stay. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Right by the river!

Jul 1, 2025 TaraSpeed

Amazing location, right into the nature. Our room had a balcony right over the river, which was in full capacity and, to be honest, quite loud... but that was something we could bear with given the awesomeness of the view. Remember that the restaurant is closing early for Italian standards (around 20:30 / 21) and there's a good store at the… Read more
Amazing location, right into the nature. Our room had a balcony right over the river, which was in full capacity and, to be honest, quite loud... but that was something we could bear with given the awesomeness of the view. Remember that the restaurant is closing early for Italian standards (around 20:30 / 21) and there's a good store at the reception, with some food and great t-shirts. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Not A Good Value

Jun 26, 2025 bobgphoto Houston, Texas

The location is great, on the Merced River and close to the park entrance. But room was dark, lacked sufficient outlets for today’s technology and the climate control didn’t work. I called on this twice but it wasn’t repaired in the time I was there. For the price, I expect the basics to work. Restaurant breakfast buffet food is good, service… Read more
The location is great, on the Merced River and close to the park entrance. But room was dark, lacked sufficient outlets for today’s technology and the climate control didn’t work. I called on this twice but it wasn’t repaired in the time I was there. For the price, I expect the basics to work. Restaurant breakfast buffet food is good, service was only fair, not great. Again, I expect great for the price. Read less