• Where is Yosemite National Park located?
    • Nestled in the Sierra Nevada mountains of California, Yosemite National Park is a breathtaking natural wonder.
  • What is Yosemite National Park best known for?
    • The park is famous for its giant sequoia trees, towering granite cliffs, and excellent hiking opportunities.
  • What are the accommodation options for visitors?
    • Some accommodations are located right inside the park, offering easy access to its natural beauty.
    • There are also plenty of hotels around the park borders for guests who prefer to stay closer to restaurants, shops, and other amenities.

Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite


Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite

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Found right next to the Sierra National Forest, the Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite is a luxurious resort set on a beautiful 75-acre property. The rooms and suites in the main lodge offer flat screen TVs, mini fridges, and coffee makers, and some also have whirlpool tubs. Guests looking for a little more privacy can choose to stay in one of the resort's cottages, which feature cozy fireplaces and private patios. The resort's world-class spa is the perfect place to relax and unwind, and guests are also welcome to enjoy the fitness center, game room, three pools, and multiple restaurants.

1122 CA-41, Fish Camp, CA 93623, Phone: 888-514-2167

Evergreen Lodge at Yosemite


Evergreen Lodge at Yosemite

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Located right next to the border of the park, the Evergreen Lodge at Yosemite consists of 88 cabins scattered across a gorgeous 20-acre property. Several different types of cabins are available, including cozy vintage cabins and deluxe cabins with gas fireplaces. Regardless of type, all contain Alexa Devices, gourmet coffee makers, and beautiful pieces of historic artwork. Furnished tents are also available for visitors who want to spend as much time in nature as possible. There are also plenty of on-site amenities, including a seasonal pool with a bar, a children's play area, a theater, and a tavern-style restaurant.

33160 Evergreen Rd, Groveland, CA 95321, Phone: 209-379-2606

Gull Lake Lodge


Gull Lake Lodge

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Tucked between Gull Lake and June Lake, Gull Lake Lodge is a family-operated property with affordable but comfortable accommodation. You can access the one-bedroom suites via exterior corridors, and they come with free Wi-Fi, full kitchens, cable TV, and separate living areas. There is also a two-bedroom cabin available for rent, which offers a wood-burning fireplace and a private patio. All guests are welcome to make use of the shared patio, which offers barbecue grills and wonderful views of the surrounding mountains. Complimentary on-site parking is available, and pets are welcome in some rooms for an additional fee.

132 Bruce St, June Lake, CA 93529, Phone: 760-648-7516

Curry Village


Curry Village

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Founded in 1899, Curry Village offers multiple accommodation options, including rustic wood cabins, furnished canvas tents, and standard hotel rooms. Amenities vary greatly between the different types of accommodation; the tents are unheated but have electric lighting, while the cabins come with electrical outlets and heaters. Showers and toilets can be found in the shared bathhouses. None of the rooms have TVs or phones, but guests are welcome to enjoy the property's seasonal pool. Cooking is not permitted anywhere in the village, but guests can prepare their food on grills in the designated areas in Yosemite Valley.

9010 Curry Village Drive, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389-9907, Phone: 855-649-9703

High Sierra Camps


High Sierra Camps

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You can only access the High Sierra Camps by foot or by horseback, but the sites are fully equipped so that visitors only need to carry a day pack when hiking in. There are five different camps spaced out along a loop trail. The loop is 49 miles in length, and the camps are all between 6 and 10 miles apart. A packing service is available for guests who don't want to carry in their own supplies, and dinner is available at the camps if requested in advance. Because of the camp's popularity, there is a lottery system for reservations, with applications being accepted every October.

High Sierra Camps , Yosemite National Park, CA, Phone: 888-413-8869

Hotel Charlotte


Hotel Charlotte

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With thirteen quaint rooms to choose from, Hotel Charlotte is a Victorian-style boutique hotel that has been in operation since the early 1920s. The rustic rooms feature clawfoot tubs and plenty of traditional charm, but they also offer modern amenities like satellite TV and complimentary Wi-Fi. Some rooms are pet-friendly. Breakfast is included in the room rate, and the on-site restaurant and bar specializes in tapas and specialty cocktails. In-room massage treatments are available if booked in advance, and special discounts are available for long-term stays. Guests are welcome to park on the property free of charge.

18736 Main St, Groveland, CA 95321, Phone: 209-962-6455

Housekeeping Camp


Housekeeping Camp

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Sitting right next to the Merced River, the Housekeeping Camp is one of the most affordable lodging options in the park. The camp was originally created to allow visitors to enjoy the experience of camping without the hassle of bringing all their own equipment, and it offers unique three-walled units with canvas roofs and a curtain along the fourth wall. Communal facilities include a showerhouse, restrooms, a general store, a fire pit, and a laundry room with coin-operated machines. The camp only operates between April and October, and bedding is available for rent on-site. The camp is accessible by car, and parking is available.

Southside Dr, Yosemite Valley, CA 95389, Phone: 888-413-8869

Miners Inn


Miners Inn

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Conveniently located in the heart of Mariposa, the Miners Inn offers easy access to plenty of shops, restaurants, and cafes. It also has an on-site restaurant and lounge that hosts live music on the weekends. The rooms all offer basic amenities like televisions and coffee makers, and some feature luxurious extras like fireplaces, private balconies, and hot tubs. If you don't choose a room with a hot tub, you can still visit an outdoor pool and hot tub available for guest use. A complimentary shuttle service is offered to and from the airport, and free on-site parking is available for vehicles of almost every size.

5181 CA-49, Mariposa, CA 95338, Phone: 209-742-7777

Narrow Gauge Inn


Narrow Gauge Inn

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Named after its proximity to the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad, the Narrow Gauge Inn is conveniently situated only four miles away from the park's south gate. The cozy rooms feature views of either the mountains or the surrounding forest, and they offer amenities like coffee machines, free Wi-Fi, TVs, and shared or private balconies. Some also have special touches like clawfoot tubs, vaulted ceilings, or four-poster beds. A complimentary hot breakfast is served in the restaurant every morning. The restaurant is also open for dinner on select evenings, but advance reservations are highly recommended.

48571 CA-41, Fish Camp, CA 93623, Phone: 559-683-7720

Rush Creek Lodge at Yosemite


Rush Creek Lodge at Yosemite

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Opened in 2016, Rush Creek Lodge at Yosemite is one of the newest lodges in the area. The rooms and suites are clean, comfortable, and modern, and they're equipped with amenities like Keurig coffee makers, complimentary Wi-Fi, and mini fridges. The suites also have cozy living areas with fireplaces, and villas with extra bedrooms are available for groups of up to six people. Other amenities include a seasonal pool with a full-service bar, an on-site convenience store, and a children's playground. The on-site restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and a special barbecue menu is available during the summer.

34001 California 120, Groveland, CA 95321, Phone: 209-379-2373

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