The dictionary definition of a lodge is: Lodge has several meanings that, in most cases, relates to a place of meeting: *A place of residence **A ski lodge within the snow fields; **A hotel, especially with a rustic or wilderness theme and situated outside a city; (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lodge). In this sense the historic Ahwahnee Hotel in Yosemite can indeed be classified as the Ahwahnee Lodge Yosemite.

The Ahwahnee with its well appointed décor and design is created to give a sense of rustic elegance to a park that itself has the aura of rustic elegance. The Ahwahnee was built with the idea of blending into, not detracting from, the surrounding environment. A stay at the Ahwahnee Lodge Yosemite is a complete experience “with a rustic or wilderness theme” that will not be soon forgotten.

Some of the amenities that are offered by the Ahwahnee include:

Concierge service
Bell service
Valet parking
Turn-down service
Room service
Daily in-room ice service
Afternoon tea served in the Great Lounge
Babysitting / Kids Programs
Bar
Business Center
Dry Cleaning / Valet Laundry
Express Check-out
Fitness Center
Pool
Restaurant

For more information or to make reservations for Ahwahnee Lodge Yosemite, log onto: www.nationalparkreservations.com or call toll free: 1-866-875-8456.