Cedar Lodge

2 stars
8.0
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based on 5268 reviews
5,268 reviews
9966 Highway 140, El Portal, CA 95318, United States
9966 Highway 140, El Portal, CA
+1 209 379 2612
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Overview

Yosemite Cedar Lodge is located in Mariposa and offers a Jacuzzi and an indoor pool. It is conveniently positioned for those wishing to sightsee in the area.

The motel offers a concierge, a ticket service and a 24-hour reception. In addition, the multilingual staff are available to provide local information.

All of the cosy rooms at Yosemite Cedar Lodge are equipped with a hair dryer, a refrigerator and a coffee maker. They all offer a telephone, heating and a private bathroom.

The motel provides a range of lunch and dinner options with on-site restaurants, Canyon Bar & Grill and Cedar House Restaurant. There is also the added advantage of an in-house restaurant.

For those wanting to discover the great outdoors, Yosemite Cedar Lodge is close to popular fishing and scenic spots. El Portal and Midpines are located a short car ride from the property.

8.0
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5268 reviews

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Amenities at Cedar Lodge

  • Private beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Free parking

Reviews of Cedar Lodge

8.0
Very good
5268 verified ratings
Wonderful
1301
Very good
1080
Good
1324
Okay
638
Fair
486
Mediocre
215
Poor
224

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praise the hotel's convenient location near Yosemite and appreciate the pleasant pool facilities and some spacious rooms. However, many express dissatisfaction with cleanliness, value for price, and outdated amenities. Several reviews mention issues such as unclean rooms, maintenance problems, and high prices not justified by the quality of service or facilities. Despite these drawbacks, the proximity to Yosemite and comfortable pool areas are highlighted as positives.
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Location10 out of 10
Pool8 out of 10
Room Size7.5 out of 10
Cleanliness1 out of 10
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8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Sept 2025
The room was clean and the staff was friendly. Amenities in the room were either not sufficient as mentioned on their website or were missing. The in-room coffee sachets looked old and very dirty. The...
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Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2024
Hotel staff remembered who I was from last visit and anticipated my small room request. First class in every regard!
9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2019
Cons (-) Good, clean, safe place to stay while visiting Yosemite.
6.8
Okay
Tank, Apr 2019
Pros (+) Nice grounds, room was decent and clean. Coffee maker and fridge in room. The soap and shampoo on the room was very nice. Bed was decently confertable, little stiff. Only two pillows per bed. Limited ...
Cons (-) Appears they are in the process of a remodel. Carpet in the room was old but the bathroom looked new. ZERO cell service and the charged $9 a day for WIFI for very limited use (check emails only, no st...
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2.0
Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2018
Cons (-) There was a separate charge for WiFi which wasn’t noted upon booking and then on top of that the WiFi wasn’t even working
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Feb 2017
Pros (+) I liked the overall comfort of all amenities hotel offers. And how inexpensive the hotel costs.
Cons (-) I did not like how staff did not inform me of restaurant hours and not very welcoming . Needs better staff attitude and more ways to inform public of their hotel amenities. Also there is no wifi and n...
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Location

9966 Highway 140, El Portal, CA 95318

What's nearby

  • Hetch Hetchy 64.2 mi
  • McCauley and Meyer Barns6 mi
  • Merced Grove Ranger Station6.2 mi
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance6.9 mi
  • Crane Flat Fire Lookout7.1 mi
  • Tuolumne Grove8 mi
  • Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance9.8 mi
  • Tunnel View10.4 mi
  • Pioneer Yosemite History Center13.6 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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£175
£251
Cheapest month to stay with an average 21% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 25% rise in price.
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Cedar Lodge?

The cheapest month to stay at Cedar Lodge is January, with an average nightly rate of £118. The most expensive month is June at £241 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Cedar Lodge?

The cheapest day to book Cedar Lodge is Sunday, with an average nightly rate of £159. The most expensive day is Saturday at £251 per night.

How far in advance should you book Cedar Lodge?

To get the best price at Cedar Lodge, book around 10 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 18% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Cedar Lodge

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Cedar Lodge, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and May.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Cedar Lodge, plan to stay on a Sunday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Cedar Lodge was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £153, while the most expensive was £159.
  • How long should you stay at Cedar Lodge? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Cedar Lodge

  • Where is Cedar Lodge located?

    Cedar Lodge is located at 9966 Highway 140, 3.9 miles from the centre of El Portal. Hetch Hetchy 6 is the closest landmark to Cedar Lodge.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Cedar Lodge?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Cedar Lodge.

  • Does Cedar Lodge offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Cedar Lodge offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Cedar Lodge offer free parking?

    Yes, Cedar Lodge offers free parking.

  • How far is Cedar Lodge from the airport?

    Cedar Lodge is 44.6 miles from Merced Municipal. Cedar Lodge is 55.5 miles from Mammoth Lakes.

  • Does Cedar Lodge have a pool?

    Yes, Cedar Lodge has a pool on-site.

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Distance to city centre

7.3
3.9 mi

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