Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite

Tenaya was truly a gem. The staff was always very forthcoming, friendly and helpful. Our room was lovely, the beds were comfortable, the bathroom had loads of toiletries and our little patio was darling. We were able to enjoy dinner and breakfast at Jackalopes for most of our stay, and Timberloft pizzareia. We hoped to try the BBQ, but there was a special event (looked fun though). Food was always delicious, our kids really enjoyed their meal choices (great options for kids). As for the pizzeria, we went really late and wouldn't you know it they ran out of pizza! We kept seeing people leave with 4, 6 boxes... So it was obviously a favorite among others. When we ordered an alternative, the pasta we wanted for our girls was all out, the Lori the manager bless her heart bent over backwards to accommodate us. We were able to get the cauliflower crust pizza for the kiddos and they had no clue! They said it was the best they ever had (hallelujah). Our food was yummy, as was the wine and as an added bonus Lori gave us some dessert and a discount. Thank you Lori for being such a sweetheart and providing us great service. Tenaya had so many activities, and we loved that they offered two schedules (morning and late afternoon). Giving everyone the opportunity to go and enjoy, e.g., archery, rock climbing, a hike (evening hike too), star gazing, gold panning, indoor movie nights at the pool, glass blowing, mountain bike rentals... We ourselves enjoyed the pools, movie night, game room (right beside indoor pool) perfectly situated, archery. rock climbing and the hike. Our kids did not want to leave!! We also booked the 360 Yosemite tour, Ethan our tour guide was so great. Interesting facts, took us to some cool spots to pick wild gooseberries and raspberries, panned for gold at a river, provided us with lunch and drinks during our tour, shared beautiful nature spots and photo ops. We had a wonderful time and our kids just adored him, he was great with the kids that were on the tour and made time to chat with the adults. Overall Tenaya was above any expectation we had, it may be a bit pricey but considering everything it has to offer, the setting its just right and well worth it. We will be back!! P.S. I almost forgot Tenaya offers complimentary ingredients to make smores, there are fir pits around the property and you can make smore till your heart is content. Along with some fun games throughout the property and in the lobby. Like I said its a gem.

Quite honestly; one of the best stay experiences I’ve ever had. Staff is unbelievably friendly, lots of things to do, close to park entrance. I couldn’t give a higher recommendation. Don’t stay anywhere else…this place is awesome and I will 100% will be back. The owners of this resort and staff should be proud of this place. As a guest/customer I can’t say enough good things about our experience and hospitality folks could learn a ton from this place!!!

I can’t think of a better home base for a visit to Yosemite NP than Tenaya Lodge. From start to finish, I felt welcome and incredibly taken care of. I highly recommend the Yosemite 360 tour (I took the summer one) . It was such a special and worry free way to see the park. If you’re going during the busy season, definitely consider this. The staff at Tenaya Lodge were so accommodating and even opened a section of the hotel early one morning to accommodate a request that I had. I highly recommend this truly excellent experience.

Beautiful property with lots of activities going on. Nice pool and restaurants. Free s’mores kits supplied to use on fire pits, really enjoyed this on the evening we arrived. Nice location and a 10 min drive into Yosemite, the entrance by Mariposa Grove. About an hours drive to the visitor centre but a lovely scenic drive through the park. Reception staff really welcoming and helpful.

The rooms are amazing, we stayed in a cottage and they were beautiful. The restaurants were delicious. Loved the outdoor pool and the s’mores bar.