El Portal, CA

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Yosemite View Lodge
Yosemite View Lodge
2.5 out of 5
11136 Highway 140, El Portal, CA
The price is ¥37,895 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
¥37,895
¥43,733 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in El Portal. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,303 reviews)
"The property is very close to the el Portal entrance of Yosemite. The room was nice, clean, and if you wanted, you could do some cooking as there was a range surface and refrigerator as well as some pots and pans and dishes. There is a pizza restaurant and another restaurant on the property but other ..."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Yosemite View Lodge
Cedar Lodge
Cedar Lodge
2 out of 5
9966 Highway 140, El Portal, CA
The price is ¥34,752 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
¥34,752
¥40,166 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in El Portal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,872 reviews)
"The indoor pool was nice. The property was quite spread out so it was a little ways to the ice machine. We didn’t try thr restaurant."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

Cedar Lodge
Red Bud Lodge
Red Bud Lodge
2 out of 5
9484 Highway 140, El Portal, CA
The price is ¥27,305 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
¥27,305
¥30,992 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in El Portal. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping, and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Merced River Recreation Area and El Portal ...
7/10 Good! (647 reviews)
"Very helpful and accommodating staff. Easy check in"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Red Bud Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Indian Flat RV Park - Tent Cabins & Cottages
Indian Flat RV Park - Tent Cabins & Cottages
1 out of 5
9988 Highway 140, El Portal, CA
Stay at this campground in El Portal. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attraction ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,859 reviews)
"The deluxe tent cabin was nice, came with a private outdoor shower, which was not expected but still worked. The restroom was the shared campground restroom, no issues with that, it was clean and fairly close to the cabin. Cute little place that was great for an overnight stay. The front porch was ..."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Indian Flat RV Park - Tent Cabins & Cottages
Closest Home to Yosemite Valley on the Merced River
Closest Home to Yosemite Valley on the Merced River
El Portal
Stay at this vacation home in El Portal. Enjoy private pools, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the pool in our reviews. Popular attraction ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (224 reviews)
Gorgeous Property!
"Couldn’t have a more beautiful spot next to a river and surrounded by mountains. My three girls loved the pool and we enjoyed sitting on the deck in the early morning and evening. House was clean and close to the park entrance. Highly recommend!!"

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025

Closest Home to Yosemite Valley on the Merced River
Wildhaven Yosemite Glamping
Wildhaven Yosemite Glamping
1 out of 5
4808 California 140, Mariposa, CA
Stay at this campground in Mariposa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Yosemite Ziplines and Adventure Ranch and California ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (157 reviews)
"I loved the tent. It was my first time glamping! It was clean, comfortable, relaxing and the beds are so comfortable! The bathrooms have showers though I wish they were a little cleaner. It’s probably moreso other guests leaving a little mess here and there. Receptionist was extremely friendly and ..."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Wildhaven Yosemite Glamping
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of El Portal

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Top Destination
5 - Excellent
111
5 - Excellent 31%
4 - Good
155
4 - Good 43%
3 - Okay
74
3 - Okay 21%
2 - Disappointing
14
2 - Disappointing 4%
1 - Terrible
4
1 - Terrible 1%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

There is not much in this town but a spot to get gas before you go into the park.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The park across Cedar Lodge was lovely with the stream flowing. We enjoyed our walk in the morning before we left for home.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

needs a House of Bagels

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

The room looked clean, but I think they have bed bugs. I could not sleep with itching all over my body. I am sorry, but it is about changing all the bed linens not just the fitted sheet and the top sheet.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nice place, not too far from the yosemite valley, perfect location for visiting yosemite

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

No choice of the restaurant or convenience stores around this area.

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