We stayed as a family of four in a Traditional Room with 2 Queen beds for 1 night. We also stayed at Camp Curry in a Bathroom Cabin for 1 night and the Yosemite Valley Lodge was our favourite between the two. Our room was a short walk from reception, the restaurant and Starbucks. We all enjoyed the food at Yosemite Valley Lodge and after viewing the meal options at Camp Curry we decided to return to Yosemite Valley Lodge for dinner again on our second night. The room was clean and comfortable but rather basic given the high nightly cost to stay here. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend as it is well worth staying within the National Park.

Let's start off with the good. The location is excellent for exploring Yosemite. There are some great trails, and also a free shuttle is close by for visiting other resorts. The bar is good, the staff were friendly and there's a good ambience, feels cozy. Okay, that's the good, now the bad... We stayed for three nights. Checking in was okay, a mixture of helpful and unhelpful staff. Everything is overpriced, and I mean everything, room, food, drink, souvenirs. I paid about $13 for a hamburger a chips. The hamburger turned up in a floppy bun, with one slice of cheese, I think the whole thing was microwaved though. The chips were luke warm and about a handful, ten chips Our room was not clean, dirty floor and dirty behind every piece of furniture. In the first room we had, there was a loud humming noise all night... which we put down to a generator just outside. Through lack of sleep, we asked for a room change in the morning. We couldn't check in to the second room until after 4pm, and had to be out of current room by 11am. The second room was dirty as well. And when I say dirty, I mean not cleaned, although every day we heard someone hoovering! I moved a cupboard a little to unplug the fridge that was making a noise... and it looked like it hadn't been cleaned for years... the bonus though, we found a new friend living there... and have now adopted him, a bean bag frog that we have named Yo Yo. There were spiders living in most corners of the room. We were on the ground floor and looking up at the ceiling, it had been filled in rather badly, from damage. It wouldn't surprise me if someone had put their foot through the ceiling. Which could easily have happened, as you can hear every foot step above you. I actually think we had a heard of elephants checking in above on one of the nights. We carried on our journey after the stay, and I realised that I had been bitten lots on my neck... bed bugs. The itching started on the first night... but it wasn't until a few days later that the bites came up.

This is my top choice to stay in Yosemite Valley whenever I don’t want to camp or stay in a tent cabin. The location is amazing. It is convenient to restaurants, gift shop, bike rental, Yosemite Valley floor tour, guided nature walks, and shuttle bus. It is an easy walk to the base of Yosemite Falls, the meadows, and Merced river. The rooms do have a mini fridge and a little balcony (or patio). Beds are comfortable. This lodge is definitely not luxurious by any means. Rooms are rustic and very much in need of updating . On our last stay there, we had problems getting any warm/hot water in the shower. Parking can be very challenging in the daytime if you are there during peak tourist season (since a lot of day-trippers like to park here). This lodge is not inexpensive. One basically pays a premium for the location. Front desk staff was courteous. On our most recent stay, we were able to check in early.

We stayed for two nights in November 2024, and overall, it was a great experience. Location The location is excellent—you really can’t beat it. You’re right in the middle of everything, making it super convenient for exploring the area. We were even able to store our bikes on our patio without any fear of theft, which was a big plus. Room & Amenities The room came equipped with basic necessities like a refrigerator and ironing board. However, as mentioned in other reviews, it does get quite cold inside. Based on this feedback, we brought our own little space heater, which made the stay more comfortable. It’s definitely better than a Motel 6, but don’t expect anything luxurious. Dining Options Food options in the area were hit or miss. I highly recommend making reservations for their Mountain Room Restaurant—the steak was absolutely delicious! We also visited the local brewery bar, which had fantastic drinks and a great selection of beer on tap. Overall Experience Yes, the hotel is very run-down, and the carpets in particular are in desperate need of replacement. Walking on them felt a bit gross, and I’d strongly suggest to Aramark (the hotel owners) that replacing the carpets would go a long way in improving the overall feel of the place. That said, we were in the middle of Yosemite, and the charm of the location outweighed the negatives. If you adjust your expectations and don’t go in expecting a five-star experience, you’ll enjoy your stay. The combination of convenience and the incredible setting makes it worthwhile, and I’ll definitely be staying here again.

Location, location, location. Absolutely unbeatable location right in the valley. Walking distance to Yosemite Falls, El Cap, Welcome Center, meadow. Room is huge, with balcony, small table, comfy chair and TV. King bed is huge and comfortable. Tub/shower in the bathroom. Shampoo, conditioner, body wash dispensers in tub; hand soap and lotion dispensers at the sink. There is absolutely no sound-proofing, we could clearly hear our neighbors with all doors shut. On-site food options: Cafeteria, gift shop with some pre-made sandwiches, snacks and beverages, the Mountain Room restaurant and a wonderful bar. You're here for the iconic location and convenience.