Cedar Lodge El Portal

El Portal, United States View on map
8.1 Very Good Based on 2504 reviews
Editor's Pick

"Indoor and outdoor pools sit alongside the Merced River, where a garden features lit pavilions and benches. Rooms offer spacious layouts and private balconies. Best for Yosemite visitors, less so for anyone needing reliable in-room connectivity."

from US$ 116 US$ 98 per night
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Check-in
15 Nov 2026
Check-out
16 Nov 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose Cedar Lodge

  • Yosemite Gateway
    5-min drive to entrance
  • Year-Round Pools
    Indoor & outdoor
  • Cedar House Restaurant
    American dinner daily
  • Spa & Wellness
    Hot tub & spa lounge
  • Private Beach
    Free beach access
  • Pet Friendly
    Fee may apply

Overview

The 2-star Cedar Lodge El Portal hotel with 3 hot tubs is 2.3 miles from Trumbull peak in El Portal. Located around 10 minutes' drive from Hite Cove Trail, the motel offers views of the mountain and an indoor pool.

Located in a river, this El Portal hotel is 3.7 miles from Hetch Hetchy Railroad Museum. The accommodation is also within 5 minutes' walk of Merced River. In addition, Cranberry Gulch is about 6 miles away. Cedar Lodge bus stop is at a distance of just a few steps from the hotel.

This property welcomes guests to 152 allergy-friendly rooms. Some of them come with a multi-channel TV along with tea/coffee making equipment. Some rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. Providing a separate toilet, some bathrooms come with a hair dryer and towels.

3 restaurants serving various cuisines await you onsite of Cedar Lodge hotel. Serving a wide assortment of dishes, Canyon Lodge Bar and Grill is right near this hotel.

  • Check-in
    from 16:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    from 01:00 until 11:00
  • Hotel class
    2 stars
Cedar Lodge
Our tips

Should you book Cedar Lodge?

Perfect if you
  • Want to use the on-site barbecue grills for outdoor cooking.
  • Want to be just a 5-minute drive from the entrance of Yosemite National Park.
Maybe skip if you
  • Need free transportation - the hotel offers a paid shuttle service.
  • Expect the outdoor pool to be open year-round - it operates seasonally.
Best for
  • A private beach accessible to hotel guests

Facilities of Cedar

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/Facilities for disabled
  • Private beach
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
Dining
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/Lounge area
  • Picnic area/Tables
Leisure & Sports
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • BBQ facilities
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Jacuzzi
  • Hiking
  • Billiard tables
  • Fishing
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
Cedar Guest Services
  • Paid shuttle service
  • Housekeeping
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Room Amenities
  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Children's buffet
  • Carpeted floor

Policies

Cedar Lodge applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 16:00 until 23:59
Check-out
from 01:00 until 11:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cribs provided in a room.

Frequently asked questions

During your stay at Cedar Lodge, you can dine at Cedar House or Cedar House restaurants.
For a room in Cedar, you will spend approximately $171.
It will take you a 5-minute walk to get from Cedar Lodge El Portal to the city centre.
The closest airport is Merced Municipal and it is placed within 66 miles from Cedar Lodge.
Popular spots near Cedar Lodge El Portal include Sierra National Forest, Hite Cove Trail, Trumbull peak, among others.
Payment methods available in Cedar Lodge include Visa, Mastercard and American Express.
Cedar Lodge El Portal provides such facilities as a spa center, an outdoor swimming pool and allergy friendly rooms.
Some rooms of Cedar welcome guests with the following facilities:
  • TV set
  • a seating area
  • a small refrigerator
  • radio
.
Guests of Cedar Lodge may check in from 4 PM, and check out until 11 AM.
Yes, smoking is allowed in designated smoking areas of Cedar Lodge El Portal.

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15 Nov 2026
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Children:

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