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Yosemite Gateway Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Lee Vining

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Located close to Yosemite, the Gateway Motel provides a relaxing garden terrace for outdoor enjoyment and convenient vending machines for quick snacks. Guests appreciate the practical comforts of flat-screen TVs and reliable daily housekeeping service.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 323 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Non Smoking | Bed sheets

Family Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (Family Suite)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 498 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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2 Queen Deluxe with A/C, Microwave and Refridgeratpr - Non Smoking | Bed sheets

2 Queen Deluxe with A/C, Microwave and Refridgeratpr - Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Lee Vining is home to Yosemite Gateway Motel. June Lake Marina and Gull Lake Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mono Lake and Yosemite National Park. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Map
51340 Highway 395, Lee Vining, CA, 93514

What's nearby

  • Mono Lake Committee Information Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mono Basin National Forest Scenic Area Visitor Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mono Lake - 8 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Lundy Lake - 12 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Yosemite Tioga Pass Entrance - 22 min drive - 15.7 miles

Getting around

  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 157 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whoa Nellie Deli - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mono Cone - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nicely's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Latte Da Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Basin Cafe, Lee Vining - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Yosemite Gateway Motel

Motel near Mono Lake
Yosemite Gateway Motel provides amenities like a terrace and a garden.
Additional perks include:
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and smoke-free premises
  • A vending machine
Room features
All guestrooms at Yosemite Gateway Motel feature comforts such as air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
Seasonal Road Closure Notice: HWY 120 (Tioga Pass) generally closes for the winter from late October through late June. Daily closures can also occur during periods of inclement weather in spring and fall. The Eastern entrance to Yosemite National Park is located 45 minutes from Mammoth Lakes. Yosemite's Eastern Gate or Tuolumne Meadows is not accessible when Tioga Pass is closed. All other Yosemite National Park entrances are open year round. Guests are advised to check local road conditions/closures before travel with the California Department of Transportation at www.dot.ca.gov or by calling 800-427-7623.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 15 and April 4.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Yosemite Gateway Hotel Lee Vining
Yosemite Gateway Motel Lee Vining
Yosemite Gateway Lee Vining
Yosemite Gateway Lee Vining
Yosemite Gateway Motel Motel
Yosemite Gateway Motel Lee Vining
Yosemite Gateway Motel Motel Lee Vining

Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in at Yosemite Gateway Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

How much does it cost to stay at Yosemite Gateway Motel?

As of Oct 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yosemite Gateway Motel on Oct 24, 2025 start from $150.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-out at Yosemite Gateway Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Yosemite Gateway Motel located?

Situated in Lee Vining, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Mono Lake Committee Information Center and Mono Basin National Forest Scenic Area Visitor Center. Mono Lake is 2 mi (3.3 km) away.

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Reviews

Yosemite Gateway Motel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 303 out of 909 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 350 out of 909 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 909 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 909 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 909 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Weixing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay and too see Mono Lake.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view from our front door, clean room, was a great overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, quiet area, scenic
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little motel to overnight at while on a long road trip. The room was clean and surprisingly well appointed. Wish the water pressure in the shower was better.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Motel, good price and location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Well maintained facility. Right in the middle of town. Great parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a cute, quiet and romantic place. Right at the edge of Yosemite park. The wife and I loved it. We will definitely be staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located in Lee Vining. Walkable dining and market. With convenient access to Tioga pass and the Yosemite high country. And the beauty of Mono lake and Eastern Sierra.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Pal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a bit outdated property, but it was in a good shape, the cleaning staff is doing a great job to maintain the rooms. It was clean and cozy, perfect for our one night stay. It has a little patio looking to Lake Mono.
Little surprise from the cleaning staff
Another surprise from the cleaning staff
View from the patio
View from our patio
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service
Renovated bathroom was very nice. Safety of locking sliding glass door not very good at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Veniamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good view on the Mono Lake
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location, pleasant staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were allowed to change our reservation the night before we were to check in! The view outside of our room towards Nevada was delightful with a balcony. Very clean. Pleasantly surprised, great staff. Love the place.
View outside of our room from the balcony
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Amenities
Super convenient and a beautiful view!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hotel with views of Mono Lake. Convenience to Yosemite and the Whoa Nellie Deli were the best part of the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Laura

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room looked much better online than in person. There was no visible view of the lake , the room was quite small and there were mice in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at the desk were friendly and helpful. I thought I reserved a room with fridge/microwave. Our initial room (11) we were gives had a fantastic view and was further away from the road, but no fridge/microwave. We were able to be moved to an upgraded room at no additional cost (weekday). Good location overall. Nice shops and restaurants nearby had what we needed. Overall good experience for our group of 4.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Carl

Cute older motel. Great location for stop between Vegas and Tahoe but not worth the price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Juliana

Room was ok but you can hear neighbors and people walking around. Front desk staff wasn't very friendly. Property is old but kind of charming and conveniently located to Yosemite Park entrance
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean. The room had the amenities we wanted when we booked the room. There were dining options across the street from the motel. The staff was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute place, nice location for a night passing thru on a road trip. Cute gift shops walkable. Ate dinner at The Basin Cafe and Breakfast at Nicely’s Restaurant. Loved both, great food!! and walkable. No amenities. Would give 5 stars but we had ants in our shower area. Nice updated bathroom counters/sink. Fridge and microwave. Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

moshe

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Awesome location. Don’t expect anything. Beds were clean electric outlets didn’t work. It’s cozy and for what it is the view can’t be beat.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was excellent! She was very courteous and helped me with a couple of things that I needed that were above and beyond job requirements.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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What's to say??? We needed a room for the night and picked this place. It was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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