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Top 5 hotels in El Portal at a glance

  1. Yosemite View Lodge — 2.5-star hotel in El Portal. Guest rating: 8.8/10 — Excellent.
  2. Tenaya at Yosemite — 4-star hotel in Fish Camp. Guest rating: 9.2/10 — Wonderful.
  3. Cedar Lodge — 2-star hotel in El Portal. Guest rating: 8.4/10 — Very Good.
  4. Evergreen Lodge Yosemite — 3.5-star hotel in Groveland. Guest rating: 9.4/10 — Exceptional.
  5. Yosemite Southgate Hotel & Suites — 3.5-star hotel in Oakhurst. Guest rating: 9.2/10 — Wonderful.

Where to stay in El Portal?

A river with a rocky riverbank, a tree, and outdoor furniture with an umbrella.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a fireplace, a television, and a large window with blinds.
A hotel with a pool area, including two pools and lounge chairs.
A hotel with a pool, surrounded by a rocky riverbed and mountains.

Yosemite View Lodge

Yosemite View Lodge
El Portal
$331
$380 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Yosemite View Lodge
An aerial view of a lodge surrounded by dense forest, with multiple buildings and a parking area.
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a reception area.
A poolside area with wicker furniture, a table with food and drinks, and a view of a hotel building with trees in the background.

Tenaya at Yosemite

Tenaya at Yosemite
Fish Camp
$329
$376 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Tenaya at Yosemite
A river with a sandy bank and trees in the background.
A two-story building with a balcony, a stone fountain, and a well-maintained garden.
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a green bedspread, two chairs, a table, and two bedside lamps.
A large bear sculpture with a child, set against a building with a stone wall and a grassy area with rocks.

Cedar Lodge

Cedar Lodge
El Portal
$179
$209 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Cedar Lodge
A cabin with a deck, outdoor seating, and a fire pit.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, plaid furniture, and a large window.
A lodge with multiple cabins, surrounded by tall pine trees, featuring a stone chimney and outdoor seating areas.
A two-story lodge with a pool, outdoor seating, and a bar area.

Evergreen Lodge Yosemite

Evergreen Lodge Yosemite
Groveland
$205
$230 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Evergreen Lodge Yosemite
A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a landscaped driveway.
A hotel room with a sofa, a desk with a laptop, a chair, and a balcony with a view of the mountains.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a long counter, and pendant lighting.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a laptop, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Yosemite Southgate Hotel & Suites

Yosemite Southgate Hotel & Suites
Oakhurst
$134
$150 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Yosemite Southgate Hotel & Suites
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall trees and a building in the background.
A large, multi-story wooden building with a snow-covered landscape, a visible entrance, and a lit exterior.
A bar with wooden ceiling and walls, bar stools, and a counter with a bartender.
A spacious lobby with wooden beams, leather chairs, and a reception desk.

Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite

Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite
Groveland
$465
$522 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite
A modern wooden house with a large glass door, a wooden deck, and a small cart.
A modern two-story house with a large open patio area, surrounded by a forest and a body of water.
A modern lounge area with a central fireplace, wooden seating, and a hanging chair.
A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

AutoCamp Yosemite

AutoCamp Yosemite
Mariposa
$203
$271 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
AutoCamp Yosemite
A hot tub with two people sitting back-to-back.
A staircase leading to a building surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.
An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, surrounded by trees.
A rustic wooden interior with a bar area, wooden tables, and chairs.

Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort

Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort
Midpines
$149
$169 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort
A rustic log cabin with a stone chimney, wooden door, and a window with a geometric pattern.
A log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a quilted bedspread.
A compact kitchen with a granite countertop, a built-in microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.
A cozy log cabin interior with a wooden sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area.

Red Bud Lodge

Red Bud Lodge
El Portal
$217
$246 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Red Bud Lodge
A spacious tent with a central seating area, wooden flooring, and large windows offering forest views.
A spacious tent with multiple tables and chairs, a wooden ceiling, and a view of the forest through large windows.
A stone fire pit with chairs around it, set in a forest.
A tent with a glass door, surrounded by trees, under a starry night sky.

Under Canvas Yosemite

Under Canvas Yosemite
Groveland
$349
$430 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Under Canvas Yosemite
A campground with multiple tents set up among tall trees, connected by a paved path.
A snowy landscape with a clear reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by trees and a prominent mountain.
A tent with a bed, a chair, and a small table with a device.
A public restroom with multiple lockers, sinks, and a mirror.

Curry Village

Curry Village
Yosemite National Park
$162
$200 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Curry Village
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a kitchenette.
A hotel room with a sofa, a glass-top coffee table, a bedside table with a lamp, a heater, and a window with curtains.
A building with a green vending machine, a hedge, and a clear sky.
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a brick building with a balcony.

The Oakhurst Inn at Yosemite

The Oakhurst Inn at Yosemite
Oakhurst
$133
$149 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
The Oakhurst Inn at Yosemite
A multi-story stone building with balconies and outdoor seating areas, set against a mountainous backdrop.
A spacious dining hall with high ceilings and chandeliers, featuring multiple tables and chairs arranged for dining.
A spacious lobby with a large seating area, chandeliers, and patterned wall hangings.
A balcony with stone walls and wooden chairs, overlooking a forested area with a mountain in the background.

The Ahwahnee

The Ahwahnee
Yosemite National Park
The Ahwahnee
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, stone walls, and large windows. There are several seating areas with blue upholstered chairs and a fireplace.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a stone fireplace, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A spacious indoor area with wooden beams, a bar area with a menu, and tables and chairs arranged for dining.

Best Western Plus Yosemite Gateway Inn

Best Western Plus Yosemite Gateway Inn
Oakhurst
$189
$211 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Best Western Plus Yosemite Gateway Inn
A bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter with bottles, and a television mounted on the wall.
A wooden directional signpost with arrows pointing to 'Yosemite - 12 MI', 'Restaurant', 'Front Desk', and 'General Store'.
An outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a table, surrounded by trees and string lights.
A two-story building with a red roof, outdoor seating area with orange chairs, and a flag.

Yosemite Westgate Lodge

Yosemite Westgate Lodge
Groveland
$189
$214 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Yosemite Westgate Lodge
A reception area with a desk, chairs, a clock, and a map on the wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.
A home office with a large desk, two office chairs, a computer, a printer, and a coffee machine.
A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a sign indicating it is the Best Western Plus Yosemite Way Station.

Best Western Plus Yosemite Way Station Motel

Best Western Plus Yosemite Way Station Motel
Mariposa
$179
$204 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Best Western Plus Yosemite Way Station Motel
A Holiday Inn Express building with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and a covered entrance.
A wine tasting area with wooden barrels, a chalkboard menu, and a sign for 'Tappit-Hen #30 Autumn Spice'.
A reception area with two reception desks, a wall-mounted sign, and a blue door.
A room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a patterned ottoman, a black armchair, a floor lamp, and a window with blinds.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oakhurst - Yosemite Park Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oakhurst - Yosemite Park Area by IHG
Oakhurst
$163
$182 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oakhurst - Yosemite Park Area by IHG
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a glass-enclosed shower, and a view of a hillside.
A modern kitchen with a central island, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a view of the hills.
A modern building with a concrete pathway leading to the entrance, a metal fence, and a well-lit exterior.

Horizon by Yosemite

Horizon by Yosemite
Midpines
Horizon by Yosemite
A modern, glass-walled building with a wooden exterior, surrounded by trees and set against a twilight sky.
A modern bar area with a wooden counter, overhead lighting, and a view through large windows.
A swimming pool surrounded by trees with a waterfall in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden ceiling, a ceiling fan, a lamp, a desk with a chair, and a balcony with a view.

Yosemite Valley Lodge

Yosemite Valley Lodge
Yosemite National Park
Yosemite Valley Lodge
An aerial view of a marina with multiple docks and boats, surrounded by dense forest and mountains.
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a deck overlooking a lake.
A wooden interior with a large dining table, rustic chairs, and a fireplace.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a dock with boats, and a forested hill in the background.

The Pines Resort

The Pines Resort
Bass Lake
$165
$204 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
The Pines Resort
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Top landmarks in El Portal

El Portal Market

8.2/10 (603 reviews)
El Portal Market is in the heart of El Portal, so why not stop by during your stay. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here? If you'd also like to explore some of the parks in El Portal, Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance is nearby.
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Briceburg Information Center

7.8/10 (200 reviews)
Briceburg Information Center is worth a visit when in central Briceburg.
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Learn more about El Portal

At the western gateway to Yosemite, this tiny mountain community offers front-row access to natural wonders without the park's crowds. The rushing Merced River provides a soundtrack for morning coffee at El Portal Market before heading into the park. Grab hiking advice from locals who casually mention Half Dome as if discussing a neighborhood stroll. Summer evenings find residents cooling off in swimming holes that tourists rarely discover. The lack of resort amenities is precisely the point - this is where park employees and climbers gather to trade stories over beers. For the best experience, book a riverside cabin and fall asleep to the sound of water tumbling over ancient granite.

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A river with rocks and grass, surrounded by mountains and trees.

Check out reviews of El Portal hotels guests love

Tenaya at Yosemite

Tenaya at Yosemite

8/10 Good
"Our family had the best time at Tenaya Lodge which had so much to offer onsite! After our day exploring Yosemite, we made sure to use the amenities especially the pools & winding down with smores each night. The kids especially enjoyed the leisure activities including archery!"
Anu 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Tenaya at Yosemite
Curry Village

Curry Village

10/10 Excellent
"We had a great weekend stay at Camp Curry in Yosemite! The location is absolutely beautiful and being surrounded by the scenery and nature made the experience feel really special. It was so convenient to be close to the main Yosemite Valley attractions, trails, and beautiful views. We would love to come back again!"
Perla 2-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Curry Village
Evergreen Lodge Yosemite

Evergreen Lodge Yosemite

10/10 Excellent
"We love our stay at the Evergreen Lodge. Grounds are nice. Cabins are cozy. Staff is helpful. Restaurant was nice as well. Did not use pool or hot tub but both looked nice."
Janet 3-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Evergreen Lodge Yosemite
Cedar Lodge

Cedar Lodge

8/10 Good
"Location, Location, Location It is located near the east entrance of Yosemite National Park. It's also located across the street from a wonderful creek/swimming hole. It was clean and looked well taken care of. - Trying to get clean towels was a challenge. Since they have two pools and a swimming hole across the street, they should offer some beach towels or double regular towels. - The bottom of the bathtub was SLICK. It has no anti-slip anything. The soap dispenser in the tub was empty. I slipped and fell hard (I've never fallen in my life). Thank God I didn't break anything. I did tell the front desk. They didn't seem concerned at all. I worry about any elderly that rent a room and fall. They need to have some anti-slip stuff in their tubs. Overall, we had a good experience and enjoyed visiting Yosemite."
Teresa 4-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Cedar Lodge
Yosemite View Lodge

Yosemite View Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel has a great location, just outside the park with steep mountains on either side that make you feel like you are still in the park. It's beside the Merced river providing great views and calm sounds. There are multiple pools, pizza shop, restaurant, store, play area and gathering areas along the river. Oh, and a nice game room where families gather in the evenings that was very special. The rooms have a kitchenette and fireplace. The bath has a jacuzzi tub that we didn't use but some might. One thing about Yosemite is that you should plan your meals especially if budget conscious. Shop on the way for staples you can have for lunch and breakfast at the hotel and in the park. Not that the restaurants are extremely expensive but given the remoteness they need to charge a premium. Imagine suppliers in a suburba area can deliver to many locations in one trip all within 20 or 30 miles but here they deliver to one location that is 40 or more miles away. They need to charge more to make up forit. All in all great for families and couples."
herbert 6-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Yosemite View Lodge
Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort

Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Just like going to camp, bravo!!"
Jennifer 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort
Quality Inn Yosemite Valley Gateway

Quality Inn Yosemite Valley Gateway

10/10 Excellent
"We had everything we needed and it was enough. The location was quite convenient with walking distance to the the restaurants. The hotel room was clean, but it needs to be updated. Didn't like to have a microwave ocupying the desk space while using laptop."
Wojciech 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Quality Inn Yosemite Valley Gateway
The Monarch Inn

The Monarch Inn

8/10 Good
"$100 deposit at check in was surprising. The desk clerk in the morning had to go up and check our room before we got our deposit back. It felt very odd."
Leslie 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
The Monarch Inn
Red Bud Lodge

Red Bud Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"The property was very nice and clean. The employees took care of us. I had a family member that had hurt themselves prior to our vacation trip and was unable maneuver stairs. The hotel employees were able to get us a nice downstairs room. Yes I would recommend them.!"
Karen 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Red Bud Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What accommodations do travelers recommend in El Portal?
Guests like Yosemite View Lodge, Cedar Lodge and Indian Flat RV Park - Tent Cabins & Cottages.
Can I book refundable hotels in El Portal?
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Where can I stay in El Portal if I'm looking for an affordable accommodation?
Two inexpensive options worth considering are Yosemite View Lodge and Cedar Lodge.
Where can I stay in El Portal if I want a vacation rental instead of a hotel?
Browse 5 vacation homes on our site.
What will the weather in El Portal be like during my visit?
The warmest months in El Portal are usually July and August with an average temp of 60°F. February and December are the chilliest months when the average temp is 30°F. The rainiest months are December and January.
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