Yosemite Westgate Lodge
Your gateway to Yosemite, steps from Stanislaus National Forest.
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Located in Buck Meadows off Highway 120, Yosemite Westgate Lodge is positioned as a modern hotel near the west gate entrance of Yosemite National Park. The property offers spacious, newly remodeled rooms suitable for families and groups, serving as a mountain retreat. This lodge provides easy access to both Yosemite National Park and Stanislaus National Forest. On-site amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool, a hot tub, and hiking trails, with a children's playground also available.
Should you book Yosemite Westgate Lodge?
A comfortable base for exploring Yosemite, with practical amenities and mountain views.
Best for
- Proximity to Yosemite National Park
- Families and groups
- Mountain access
Maybe not ideal for
- Seasonal pool and spa operation
Rooms with a view
Guest rooms at Yosemite Westgate Lodge provide views of the mountains, inner courtyard, or pool. Each room is equipped with essential amenities for a comfortable stay, including air conditioning and a private bathroom.
On-site recreation
The lodge features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a hot tub for relaxation. Guests can also explore nearby hiking trails, and a children's playground is available on the property.
Convenient location
Situated off Highway 120, the lodge is 12 miles from the west gate entrance of Yosemite National Park. It offers a setting within Stanislaus National Forest, with Buck Meadows Church a short walk away.
Rooms & rates
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
46.0 m² · 2 queen beds
Pool view · Mountain view · Pool with a view · Inner courtyard view · Air conditioning · Patio
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Disability Access
46.0 m² · 2 queen beds
Pool view · Mountain view · Pool with a view · Inner courtyard view · Air conditioning · Patio
King Room
46.0 m² · 1 king bed
Pool view · Mountain view · Pool with a view · Inner courtyard view · Air conditioning · Patio
Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
46.0 m² · 2 queen beds
Pool view · Mountain view · Pool with a view · Inner courtyard view · Air conditioning · Patio
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Bar
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Air conditioning
- View
- Free Wifi
- Bath
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
Bedroom
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
View
- Inner courtyard view
- Mountain view
- Pool view
- View
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
Location
7633 Highway 120 at Buck Meadows, Groveland, CA 95321, United States, Groveland, California
Yosemite Westgate Lodge is located in Groveland, California.
2 sights nearby, 1 of them within 0.5 mi; the closest is Buck Meadows Church at 0.2 mi.
Things to do nearby
- Buck Meadows Churchplace of worship0.2 mi
- Rim of the Worldviewpoint1.2 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.1 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 1,691 guest reviews
Yosemite Westgate Lodge earns broadly positive sentiment for its convenient proximity to Yosemite, clean and comfortable rooms, and friendly staff, with the pool and adjacent Lucky Buck café adding extra appeal. However, guests consistently flag the high nightly rate as hard to justify given dated rooms, noisy AC units, patchy Wi-Fi, and very limited on-site dining. It functions well as a practical base for park visits, but travellers expecting polished amenities or great value may leave underwhelmed.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 9 · average 9
They wrote about: room, staff, cleanliness
Reviews scoring 7–9: 21 · average 7.5
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 4:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$150 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
- Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Frequently asked questions
How far is the lodge from Yosemite National Park?
Yosemite Westgate Lodge is located 12 miles from the west gate entrance of Yosemite National Park, making it a convenient base for exploring the park.
What room amenities are available?
Rooms typically include air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee machine. Specific amenities may vary by room type.
Does the lodge have a restaurant?
Yes, the property has an on-site restaurant. The Lucky Buck Cafe, located next door, offers American dining for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Is parking available?
Free parking is available for guests at the Yosemite Westgate Lodge.
Are there family-friendly facilities?
The lodge offers family rooms and has a children's playground on-site, making it suitable for guests traveling with children.
What are the dining options?
The Lucky Buck Cafe, adjacent to the lodge, serves American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Beer and wine are also available.
Can guests connect to Wi-Fi?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available for guests throughout the property.
What is the price range for rooms?
Room prices start from $284 USD, depending on the room type and availability.
Does the lodge have a pool?
Yes, there is a seasonal outdoor swimming pool available for guests.
What types of rooms are offered?
The lodge offers Queen Rooms with Two beds, Queen Rooms with Two Queen Beds designed for disability access, King Rooms, and Deluxe Queen Rooms with Two beds.