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Yosemite National Park is one of the world’s most famous natural wonders. And it’s not hard to see why. It’s almost impossibly stunning, with the vast granite walls of the mountains, peaked by the stark profile of Half Dome and the dramatic peak of El Capitan; the sky-scraping sequoias of Mariposa Grove and the misty magic of Yosemite Falls. It’s obvious why we all want to go to Yosemite, but the best hotels for Yosemite National Park are less obvious. For this reason, our Guru’s have come up with some recommendations for the best hotels for Yosemite National Park. Do you want a location inside or outside the park? Are you looking for luxury or something a little more laid back? The options are wide and varied so to make selecting the best hotel for you an easy choice. Use our guide and start planning your adventure of a lifetime!
For families
- Yosemite Valley Lodge is a family-focused resort set in impressive surrounds in Yosemite Valley. A range of accommodation suits all travellers from couples to families (including bunk rooms perfect for older kids) while the design is contemporary yet with a lodge-like feel. With endless activities - this is a crowd-pleaser.
- Evergreen Lodge is a long running hotel that has perfected the art of the outdoor escape. Individual lodges are wonderfully cosy with roaring fires and plenty of pine, whilst Family lodges are ideal for those travelling with younger kids. With a saltwater pool, games room, free bikes, and endless outdoor activities - this is perfect family getaway material.
- Hounds Tooth Inn is a little white inn set in the shadow of the Sierra Nevada mountains and is an ideal choice for a family base. Great value for money with breakfast included. Rooms are modern (yet cosy) with sink-into beds and fireplaces. Intimate and charming, a good option for those who don't want a resort.
For a location inside the national park
- The Ahwahnee Hotel is a luxurious hotel in the foothills of the park, quite close to Yosemite Falls. Built in 1925, and with 123 rooms, The Ahwahnee has a pool and spa and a great dining room. Despite the hotel’s age, the rooms are quite modern, with fireplaces and stunning views.
For adventure
- Most people visiting Yosemite are looking for some kind of adventure, and they’ll find the Tenaya Lodge well provisioned to assist. You’re just two miles from the park’s South Gate, and as well as the pool, spa and gym, this lodge has plenty of gear you can borrow - both in winter and summer. There are five on-site restaurants to share between the 244 rooms.
For an eco-friendly stay
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McCaffrey House isn’t within Yosemite, it’s within the adjacent Stanislaus National Forest, and offers comfortable, homely accommodation in amongst the enchanting scenery of the High Sierra. There are eight rooms, decorated with eclectic/vintage style plus an admirably eco-friendly attitude.
For luxury
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If you’re on a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Yosemite and you want to treat yourself then the Chateau du Sureau might provide the perfect combination of luxury and adventure. You’re just outside the park in Oakhurst, and the chateau looks, as you might expect, like something you’d see in the Loire Valley, with manicured gardens, nine, classically decorated rooms with hardwood floors and fireplaces and a fine dining restaurant.
For a spa
- Rush Creek Lodge is designed based on traditional lodges, with the best rooms featuring wood-burning stoves and sit-out areas. Two outdoor pools (one adult-only) and a comprehensive games room make this option as suitable for couples as it is for families. The full-service spa is the real selling point though, perfect for tired muscles after a day outdoors.
For glamping
- Expect all the comforts of a luxury hotel, in the form of a campsite, at Autocamp Yosemite - a collection of tents, Airstream trailers and cabins. We recommend picking a trailer for spa-like bathrooms and mini kitchens. Complete with a pool and outdoor firepits - this is camping perfection.
For great value
- Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort is a laid-back rustic retreat set within the forest. A range of accommodation gives options for all, from charming doubles to bunk rooms and tents with prices starting at around just $60. The June Bug Cafe and eco-spa complete the hippie feel at this fun nature stay.
- Hotel Charlotte is a historical B&B offering attentive service and a great location at the gateway to Yosemite. Interiors are comfortable and cosy - perfect to return to after a day outdoors. With rates starting around the $100 mark, this is a good option for an intimate yet affordable break.
For a B&B
- Blackberry Inn is a remote and romantic B&B tucked away amidst the forest outside the national park. Cosy rooms are traditionally dressed with chintz fabrics, woodburning stoves, and large bathtubs. Breakfasts are taken on private terraces alongside glorious views. Pick this property for an individual stay.
For a hideaway
- Red Tail Ranch is an owner-run 50-acre ranch located a short distance from Yosemite National Park. Just 4 quaint and homely rooms look out onto surrounding countryside, as does the outdoor terrace, garden and fire-pit. Pick this property for the off-grid feel. Read, rest and take in the fresh air and silence!
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