Cedar Lodge, El Portal
Overview
Situated around 5 minutes' walk from Merced River, the 2-star Cedar Lodge El Portal hotel includes 152 rooms. The motel is within 2 miles of Hite Cove Trail and invites guests to one of the 3 onsite restaurants.
Location
Hetch Hetchy Railroad Museum is about 15 minutes' drive from this El Portal hotel, while Trumbull peak is about 10 minutes' drive away. Yosemite West is 8 miles away from the property.
Hetch Hetchy Railroad Museum is also situated 3.6 miles away.
The hotel is located 103 miles from Merced Municipal airport and fairly close to Cedar Lodge bus stop.
Rooms
Some rooms feature an ironing set and climate control, as well as a TV set for your convenience. Guests can use a spa bathtub and a separate toilet, along with hairdryers and towels.
Eat & Drink
Cedar House Restaurant is 750 feet from this El Portal accommodation.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No 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
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Pool tables
- Fishing
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Housekeeping
- Stores/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Indoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- BBQ facilities
- Spa & wellness center
- Jacuzzi
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Recommended for:
Swim in Pools
Swim in indoor or outdoor pools at the hotel for water activity.
Walk River Path
Walk the river walk along Merced River with gazebos and beach access.
Watch Whitewater Rafts
Watch rafts pass on Merced River during spring and early summer trips.
Dine at Restaurant
Eat family-style meals at Cedar House Restaurant and Canyon Bar.
Go Mountain Biking
Ride bikes on mountain trails near El Portal for cycling.
Hike Hite Cove Trail
Hike the 2 miles Hite Cove Trail near Trumbull Peak for trails.
Location
Convenient Location
El Portal serves as the western gateway to Yosemite National Park, near Trumbull Peak and Hite Cove Trail.
Outdoor Neighborhood
El Portal is a green neighborhood known for outdoor activities, featuring Yosemite Valley Railroad and local hiking trails.
Local Bites to Try
The River Restaurant & Lounge, Cedar House Restaurant, and Canyon Lodge Bar and Grill offer American cuisine and casual dining.
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