Yosemite View Lodge

Yosemite National Park, California

Virgin rating

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/.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

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Nov 21, 2023 cailowcat Atlanta, Georgia

Great location. Beds are comfy. Loved having a mini kitchen in our room. Hotel is a bit dated and walls are super thin. A few things that could be better: - if you’re going to charge $10/day for WiFi, it needs to work. Ours was super spotty and worked best in the bathroom. - kitchenette has a coffee maker with terrible coffee, yet no filters. We… Read more
Great location. Beds are comfy. Loved having a mini kitchen in our room. Hotel is a bit dated and walls are super thin. A few things that could be better: - if you’re going to charge $10/day for WiFi, it needs to work. Ours was super spotty and worked best in the bathroom. - kitchenette has a coffee maker with terrible coffee, yet no filters. We brought our own coffee but couldn’t find filters anywhere that would fit. - it would be nice, since housekeeping isn’t daily, to have a little broom or handheld vacuum and some surface spray. My guess is we used our kitchenette more than most and my toddler made quite the mess. I would 100% stay here again at Yosemite. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Functional and close to park.

Nov 5, 2023 DPfromColorado Boulder, Colorado

Best feature is short distance to park entrance. Functional units. Good space. Good lighting. Good working table and chairs. Kitchen facilities. Like most older properties near a national park, it shows a lot of wear and tear. Plumbing fixtures had definitely seen better days. Even towels and bedding seemed old.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Over priced and poor quality.

Oct 28, 2023 reverseeggplant Cheshire, United Kingdom

You are paying a premium for one thing only - location. The accommodation is tired, even poor. The staff on reception are even poorer, couldn't give a fig about customer service. 'TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT' attitude just sucked. Yosemite is awesome, this place is garbage - especially at the over inflated price, but you just have to suck it up as… Read more
You are paying a premium for one thing only - location. The accommodation is tired, even poor. The staff on reception are even poorer, couldn't give a fig about customer service. 'TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT' attitude just sucked. Yosemite is awesome, this place is garbage - especially at the over inflated price, but you just have to suck it up as there is so little choice nearby. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Location, location, location!

Oct 23, 2023 LEHankins Raleigh, North Carolina

Location is excellent for access to Yosemite. Rooms are a bit tired. Had room overlooking the river and that was a nice way to start the day with a cup of coffee! Beds were comfortable. Room had a fireplace, fridge, microwave and stovetop. Dishwashing detergent is supplied. Market at hotel carries quite a bit of grocery items. Did not eat… Read more
Location is excellent for access to Yosemite. Rooms are a bit tired. Had room overlooking the river and that was a nice way to start the day with a cup of coffee! Beds were comfortable. Room had a fireplace, fridge, microwave and stovetop. Dishwashing detergent is supplied. Market at hotel carries quite a bit of grocery items. Did not eat at either of the 2 restaurants. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great location for access to Yosemite

Oct 20, 2023 katie02868 Layton, Utah

Great location close to entrance to Yosemite. Literally 2 miles to gates. We stayed in one of the loft rooms that had a kitchenette. Plenty of space, partially updated. Kitchenette was ok. A little dirty. Didn’t have any kitchen towels or paper towels. Minimal items available. Not really set up for any cooking. Warming up stuff that’s… Read more
Great location close to entrance to Yosemite. Literally 2 miles to gates. We stayed in one of the loft rooms that had a kitchenette. Plenty of space, partially updated. Kitchenette was ok. A little dirty. Didn’t have any kitchen towels or paper towels. Minimal items available. Not really set up for any cooking. Warming up stuff that’s already prepared is the limit. Wi-Fi was extra and billed through a separate company. It worked ok,only 2 devices allowed per connection. They have a large gift shop with a mini grocery store in lobby. Read less