Situated two miles from the southern entrance to Yosemite National Park, this 35-acre resort is surrounded by the Sierra National Forest. The lodge was built in 1990 and renovated in 2009.

Indoor and outdoor pools, spa tubs, an ice-skating rink (surcharge), and climbing wall (surcharge) are on the grounds. The complimentary health club includes women's and men's saunas and steam rooms. More pampering is available in the Tenaya Lodge day spa (surcharge). A kids' club for ages 5–12 and a video-game arcade are other offerings (surcharges).

Guests dine on Sierra Alpine cuisine in a spacious room with a towering limestone fireplace, in a Western-style restaurant, a pizza loft, a bar and grill with a special menu for children, or a turn-of-the-century-style deli. Resort-wide wireless Internet access is provided (surcharge).

Self-parking is complimentary. Valet parking is also available.

Dogs receive complimentary doggie treats and a supply of “poop scoop” disposable mitts. Also supplied are plush dog beds, water bowls, and “canine concierge” fact sheets. Dog sitting and dog walking services are available (surcharges and advance booking required).

Embers - An intimate, private, upscale dining experience with a double-sided fireplace at the center of the room, elegant high back crimson chairs and personal tableside service. The Embers menu changes bi-weekly, highlighting the freshest local produce of the season.

Sierra Restaurant - Spacious dining room surrounding a towering limestone fireplace. Seasonal outdoor terrace. Sierra Alpine cuisine incorporating fresh local produce. Wine list featuring California labels. Daily breakfast and dinner.

Jackalope's Bar and Grill - Western-style atmosphere with locally-crafted wood carvings. Traditional American fare. Made-to-order burgers, sandwiches, specialty salads, pizzas, etc. Children's menu. Microwbrews, wine, and cocktails. Daily lunch and dinner.

Timberloft Pizzeria - Casual, family-friendly dining experience featuring artisan wood fired pizzas, pasta and other Italian favorites.

Parkside Deli - Turn-of-the-century decor highlighting the logging, railroading, and gold rush history of the area. Coffee drinks, bagels, muffins, healthy snacks, ice cream dishes, and picnic lunches. Open from early morning to late evening (based on occupancy).

Surrounded by the Sierra National Forest this mountain resort includes indoor and outdoor pools and spa tubs. The 2,900-square-foot complimentary health club is equipped with treadmills, stationary bikes, a weight-training machine, and free weights. In addition, the health club includes separate women's and men's locker rooms, saunas, and steam rooms. A day spa offers a variety of treatments (surcharges).

Other on-site activities include an 80-foot by 40-foot seasonal ice rink with day and night skating, a rock climbing wall, and a video-game room with a pool table (surcharges for all). A kids' club provides supervised activities for ages 5–12 (surcharge).

Among the seasonal activities offered by the resort are evening flashlight hikes, mountain biking, guided hikes to a secret waterfall, gold panning, and jamborees (surcharges for all). Bicycles can be rented on site.

The guest services desk can arrange tours in Yosemite National Park, white-water rafting, fishing trips, boat rentals, horse riding, romantic picnics, jamboree cookouts, and excursions on the Yosemite Sugar Pine Railroad (surcharges for all). Golf is available at Wawona Hotel Golf Course, a resort course eight miles away that is open to the public.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.

The luxurious Northern California Ascent Spa creates bliss via 12 individual and couples treatment rooms for massage, aromatherapy, facials, body scrubs and wraps, and manicures and pedicures, all of which are intended to nourish, heal, relax and protect. It is the ideal retreat after an extended day exploring the park, hiking the surrounding woods or skiing snowy slopes. Advanced reservations required for massage and spa treatments. The 10,000-square-foot spa also offers dry saunas, steam rooms and an enhanced wellness center featuring cardio stations and strength training equipment.

To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the “Special or Accessibility Requests” section of “Trip Preferences” when you book your hotel.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

Pet fee charged at hotel/condo

Check-in time starts at 3 PM

Check-out time is 11 AM

Pets accepted

Pet policy - dogs only

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Caters to couples

Caters to families

Minimum check-in age is 18

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The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

• Pet fee: USD 75 per stay
• Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 9.95 per day (rates may vary)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. There are no room charges for children 17 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding.

A Green / Sustainable Property - Third Party Certified

This property participates in LEED Certified, a third-party certification program that has been independently certified. Third-party certification measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. An objective assessment of a company's sustainable tourism practices has been performed at this property by an auditor who is independent of the third-party certification program.