Near El Portal Market, Cedar Lodge offers a warm welcome with a grocery/convenience store, bar and on-site restaurant. Relax by the spa tub or unwind in the seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers. With an indoor pool featuring a lazy river and helpful staff at your service.
Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 15 min drive - 17.0 km
Yosemite Valley - 19 min drive - 21.0 km
Tunnel View - 28 min drive - 29.3 km
Badger Pass Ski Area - 52 min drive - 51.5 km
Getting around
Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 38 min drive
Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) - 127 min drive
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
The River Restaurant and Lounge - 8 min drive
Cedar Lodge Restaurant
Parkside Pizza - 8 min drive
The Pink Palace - 8 min drive
About this property
Cedar Lodge
Cedar Lodge is a great choice for your beach stay in El Portal, putting you near activities like kayaking. The 3 hot tubs and indoor pool provide recreation options for everyone. Cedar House Restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers love the pool and helpful staff.
At a glance
Hotel size
210 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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
Guests driving to the property should be aware of seasonal road closures. Hwy 120 (Tioga Pass) closes October through late June, 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.
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
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Offsite
Area shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge)
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Private picnics
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Grocery/convenience store
Children's games
Toys
Pool gate
Fence around the pool
What to do
Pool table
Fishing
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Kayaking nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Working away
Conference space (904 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Romance packages
Facilities
6 buildings/towers
Built in 1978
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
An indoor pool
Seasonal outdoor pool
3 hot tubs
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Fireplace
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Phone
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Access via exterior corridors
Special features
Dining
Cedar House Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Canyon Bar & Grill - This café serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
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:
Administrative fee: USD 5.00 per accommodation, per night
Optional extras
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM
The seasonal pool is open from May to October
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
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. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard
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
Cedar Lodge El Portal
Cedar Lodge Hotel
Cedar Lodge Hotel El Portal
Cedar El Portal
Cedar Lodge Yosemite
Cedar Hotel El Portal
Cedar Lodge Hotel
Cedar Lodge El Portal
Cedar Lodge Hotel El Portal
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Cedar Lodge?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9 AM to 10 PM.
Are pets allowed at Cedar Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Cedar Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Cedar Lodge?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Cedar Lodge and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Soothe your senses in one of the 3 hot tubs or make use of other amenities, which include an indoor pool and a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Cedar Lodge?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Cedar House Restaurant.
What's the area around Cedar Lodge like?
Cedar Lodge is located by the river, a short 1-minute walk from Sierra National Forest and 5 minutes' walk from Merced River. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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