Where to Stay in Yosemite National Park
Yosemite is a gorgeous place to see and should be experienced at least once in a lifetime! Especially if you’re an outdoors person or love hiking. There’s nothing better than getting a few blisters from a long day of hiking. Ok, the blisters part isn’t fun… but hopefully you have good boots and that’s not a problem.
Regardless of blisters or not, after a day at Yosemite and all the outdoor adventure, it’s nice to have a comfy place to lay down and relax. That’s what this article is for! I’ll help you find the best lodging for you and give you an introduction to what accommodations are available in Yosemite Valley.
To start, what kind of lodging are you looking for? Luxury hotel? Budget Airbnb? Maybe a campsite? Lodging depends on what you prefer and thankfully Yosemite has plenty of diverse options on where to stay.
Hotels in Yosemite
Mammoth Mountain Inn
This is a great option if you’re on a budget but can still afford a decent place. They have lower-priced rooms and all the amenities are still there. Depending on your reason for being in Yosemite, Mammoth Mountain Inn also offers packages for weddings and events. It’s also conveniently located near a ski and snowboard area.
Tenaya Lodge
A slightly more pricey option, the Tenaya Lodge is a beautiful place to stay if you can afford it. It’s also a good place if you’re looking for a one-stop shop for exploring Yosemite, as they also offer tour packages and other outdoor activities!
AirBnb’s in Yosemite
There are TONS of options for AirBnb places in Yosemite, so I won’t go into any specific here. I just want to point out that the average seems to hover around $230/night for houses or cabin-type lodging. The first hotel mentioned earlier is cheaper so if you’re trying to save money I recommend that and not go with AirBnb.
Cabin Rentals in Yosemite
Evergreen Lodge
A slightly more costly option, the Evergreen Lodge has a very comfortable setting and wonderful amenities. There are also plenty of cabins to rent so it should be easy to find an open time.
Evergreen Lodge is really the main place where there are a collection of cabins to rent. There are still more options than the one provided, so if you’re deadest on a cabin but want more options, you’ll need to use search engines for finding them such as Glamping Hub or going to Yosemites website.
Camping in Yosemite
Yosemite has a total of 13 possible campsites to choose from, these include tent camping and RVs. Also depending on where you want to be in the valley, there are campsites north of the valley, south, and right in the valley.
If you want to make a reservation, the contact information and instructions are provided here. If you want to see the individual campgrounds in the valley, they’re listed here .
Don’t forget if you’re camping in Yosemite you’ll need a lightweight sleeping bag! Exploring Yosemite requires a fair amount of hiking and you’ll need a sleeping system that won’t weigh you down.
Finally, don’t forget to add some nice nature Instagram captions and Yosemite Instagram captions to the beautiful pictures you take there!
Recap
There are plenty of options for lodging in Yosemite for all budgets and preferences. Just make sure you make reservations in advance for whatever your preference and also be aware of the time of the year you’re going and pack accordingly! If you’re looking for hikes to do while you’re out there, check my list of Yosemites best hikes here!
