Mountain hotel with 2 restaurants, near Yosemite Valley
Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk. Change of towels is available on request
Yosemite Valley Lodge offers 245 accommodations with an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Yosemite Valley Lodge's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Yosemite Lodge Amphitheater. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 2 restaurants.
Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
Free self-parking
Options for a bite to eat or a relaxing drink include 2 restaurants, a coffee shop and a bar/lounge
Take a swim in the outdoor pool
Amenities include a gift shop, a car charging station and an ATM
On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
Steps from Yosemite Lodge Amphitheater and 5 minutes on foot from Cook's Meadow
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Yosemite Valley Lodge. Free self parking is available.
This 3-star Yosemite National Park hotel is smoke free.
The Mountain Room – This restaurant only serves dinner. Reservations are required.
Base Camp Eatery – This café serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Mountain Room Lounge – This bar only serves light fare. Open daily.
Starbucks – On-site coffee shop. Open daily.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
Restaurants on site
Base Camp Eatery
Mountain Room Lounge
Starbucks
The Mountain Room
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Mini-fridge
Outdoor pool
Travel cot
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Outdoors
In a national park
In the mountains
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
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Banquet hall
Comprehensive recycling policy
Smoke-free property
Water dispenser usage encouraged
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
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Ceiling fan
Desk
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
We should mention
The seasonal pool will open in May and close in August.
Property is also known as
Yosemite Valley Lodge Yosemite National Park
Yosemite Valley Yosemite National Park
Yosemite Lodge Falls
Lodge Reservation Yosemite
Yosemite Falls Lodge
Yosemite Lodge At The Falls
Yosemite Valley Lodge Hotel
Yosemite Valley Lodge Yosemite National Park
Yosemite Valley Lodge Hotel Yosemite National Park
Yosemite Valley Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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Beds were comfortable and clean
Mountain and surroundings of course beautiful
Bathroom -bath and floor grouting and vents disgusting!!
Carpets in rooms and dining area disgusting and very little to wipe your shoes on properly
And why are the walls all painted mustard yellow to make everything look worse than it is??!!
The Lodge is well located in the centre of the Yosemite Valley and provide immediate access to the valley and walks in the area. If you need to use the Yosemite Shuttle, it stops at the hotel, but due to the low season we had no issues parking around the valley.
The lodge itself is very basic and old, very dingy even with the lights on and had an odd smell. They are due for a renovation but I guess this keeps their prices low. Once you step outside it does have amazing views of the mountains and Bridalveil Falls. In the summer you could sit outside the room and enjoy the views.
The facilities around the lodge are fine but could definitely be improved. There is the canteen which was not the most inviting place to be. Food mediocre and expensive. There is a bar which had the fire on and everyone there seemed happier. The restaurant was quiet but food better.
Irene
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
Rofek
Travelled with family
20 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Pros
- Being able to stay inside Yosemite Valley
- Beds were comfortable
- Staff was able to provide an extra chair when we requested it (we are a family of 4 and they only had 2 chairs in the room)
- Parking by Permit - we were able to park right in front of our room (visited during late fall 11/16 - 11/19)
- Lower Yosemite Falls is within walkin distance from our stay
- Hot and Cold water works well in showers and sink.
Cons
- Customer Service was really lacking on check-in. No smiles and I felt like the staff was annoyed that I asked questions (this is our first time to Yosemite Valley)
- No room upkeep during our stay. We stayed there for 3 nights and there was no housekeeping what-so-ever. Recommended to check with front desk if it's only on request (we didn't ask). Luckily we were able to throw our trash in the bins outside but it was a 1m walk to the nearest bin. Not a big deal but everytime you need to toss trash after meals it starts to add up.
- Old school thermostat. It was cold during our stay so we didn't need A/C but we found ourselves constantly adjusting/turning the heater on/off to get that right temp balance in the room (the thermostat is just a knob so you have to guess at what temp you're setting it to.. it's just Hi to Low setting). We also turned on the ceiling fan to help balance the temperature. The heater itself also has it's own (hidden) thermostat in addition to a thermostat located on the wall above it.
This property is very convenient to be right in the valley. The furnishings are a bit outdated and rustic but in good shape. We have a nice outdoor patio with a view. Love this place.
If you’re looking for fancy and new, this isn’t it. The property was probably built in the 1960’s and you still use old fashioned turn keys to open your room. Bathrooms have been updated. They have mini fridges and a keurig in your room. Wi-fi is spotty but I found that was the case everywhere in the mountains. Short walk on concrete to Lower Yosemite Falls gorgeous views and just breathtaking to be in the heart of Yosemite Valley.
April
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
4/10 Poor
Alexandria
Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
We stayed here for my yosemite wedding and did not have power in any of the outlets in my room when it was time to get ready.the tv power dodnt work nor the mini fridge. Everything worked out for the most part but it was a huge inconvenience and big stressor for the morning of my wedding. That said, yosemite is absolutely beautiful and if i didnt have to plug in my curling iron to get ready- we would he camping instead of this hotel.