Yosemite Valley Lodge

In 2020 you think you would have decent internet. NO. I tried to call the lobby, but didn't get an answer. I went to the lobby and they suggested I bring my laptop to the lobby and then directed me to a certain chair that might have better reception. This didn't work well either. While I'm not thrilled that I have to do some work while staying in Yosemite, the Lodge made it all the more difficult and took me about five times as long and I wasn't able to complete some simple transactions such as responding to email. Room phone was mis-labled and beyond calling the front desk, had too much static. Also called front desk to ask location of ice machine. Employee wasn't sure where it might be in the building I was staying in, but said the bar (not open until 5:00p.m.) might give me some. Also received other misinformation from the front desk. Clearly not well trained. The room was very clean, other than some stains on the bedspread. Read less

The place needs work. Our first room smelled horrible (like something dead), but that was rectified and we were moved. It is somewhat amusing watching the government employees (or the people who work for a corporation that serves the government) at "work"...this place is assured of a fat government contract, so things move...errr...a little more slowly than at a regular hotel that is not guaranteed a full house every night. Employees move at the typical government snails pace. However, it was hard to fault them as they were friendly and nice. Just painfully, awfully slow. Parking is horrible. Maybe if you're from California you won't think so, everyone else will. Read less

All the staff were friendly and helpful. However, the sink faucet and bathtub faucet were nearly falling off. The screen door was off its tracks and could not be re-installed and was obviously neglected. For over $300 per night stuff should work. The pillows are the worst we have ever encountered. Concrete blocks would have been superior and more comfortable Read less

Reviewing the yosemite valley lodge I sadly don't have much positive to say. We got there after a long drive and was forced to wait almost 2 hours to check in. When we were checking in, we were instructed with what do do in the event of mice infestations and how to protect against hantavirus. We were in the middle of nowhere after all so carried on. Re the room, wow...and unfortunately not for the right reasons. It was dark and dingy, smelt of damp and rott. There were stains on the bed spread but fortunately the sheets we're clean. We mistakenly opened a window in the day only to be greeted by a dust cloud and dead insects all along the window ledge. Awful. Even upon checking out the lady behind the desk was unsure that she could even do this most basic requirement of hotel front desk staff for us. Buying food is an experience, the base camp eatery is something you won't forget quickly, you order your food, they scream your name and you catch it at the end of the counter. Had a similar experience in degnars kitchen the next day, it was a stressful sandwich! For the money on the hotel, it absolutely was not worth it. I agree the lodges need some rustic charm but please at least clean them to the point where you can breathe properly. For people reading this hotel review, please don't be distracted from this as yosemite as a national park. The park is beautiful, stunning and absolutely one of the best things in my life I have ever seen. We were here for 2 days and despite the hotel, it was magnificent. A point to note, be cautious of driving! We were not prepared for driving so many miles across so many mountains to see this. If you think you maybe uncomfortable driving 6500ft on cliff tops, get a day trip. General advice, visit yosemite, do a different hotel. Read less

It’s all about the location within the National Park. The Yosemite Valley Lodge within the Park had easy access to many trails and stunning views of the Yosemite Falls right outside your room. Convience of a shuttle stop #8 right outside as well. The Mountain Room Restaurant and Base Camp Eatery and Starbucks I’m very close proximity as part of the Lodge facilities were great! After a long day’s hike or outdoor activities, it’s nice to hop back on a shuttle bus and zoom back back to your room. Room was quaint and rustic with an appropriate lodge feel. Room was clean, bed was comfy. It was a GREAT stay!!! Would definitely come back when the price is right!!! Would love to come back again and keep an eye out for an opening within this hotel!!! Read less