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Lake View Lodge

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Mono Lake

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Terrace/patio - Lake View Lodge (Lee Vining)
Family House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Private kitchen | Microwave - Lake View Lodge (Lee Vining)
Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Floor plan - Lake View Lodge (Lee Vining)
Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, bed sheets - Lake View Lodge (Lee Vining)
Reception - Lake View Lodge (Lee Vining)
Lake View Lodge near Mono Lake offers ski-in/ski-out access for winter enthusiasts. Guests can relax on the garden terrace or dine at The Basin Cafe, serving three meals daily. Amenities include laundry facilities, free WiFi in public areas, and easy access to paddleboarding.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Floor plan

Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Floor plan

Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

Family House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

Family House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

Family House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | View from room

Family House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Mobile Home, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Family Mobile Home, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

Family Mobile Home, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Basic Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Basic Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

Basic Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Heating
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Desk chair
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
51285 Highway 395, Lee Vining, CA, 93541

What's nearby

  • Mono Lake Committee Information Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 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 - 10 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Yosemite Tioga Pass Entrance - 18 min drive - 15.5 miles

Getting around

  • Mammoth Lakes, CA (MMH-Mammoth Yosemite) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whoa Nellie Deli - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mono Cone - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nicely's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Latte Da Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Basin Cafe, Lee Vining - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Lake View Lodge

Motel near Mono Lake
You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden at Lake View Lodge. The on-site restaurant, The Basin Cafe, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. In addition to laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and barbecue grills
  • A gift shop, a fish cleaning table, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 60 rooms include amenities such as desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Restaurant dining guides and window screens
  • Private yards, microwaves, and heating

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Terrace/patio

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  • Housekeeping
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Nov 2 - Nov 3
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 5.95 to 50.95 for adults and USD 4.95 to 49.95 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Basin Cafe

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (7:00 AM - 11:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should be aware of seasonal road closures. Hwy 120 (Tioga Pass) closes October through late summer, restricting east-to-west travel across the park. Yosemite's eastern gate and Tuolumne Meadows are not accessible when Tioga Pass is closed. Guests are advised to check local weather and road conditions/closures with the California Department of Transportation before travel.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.00 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 5.95 to 50.95 for adults, and USD 4.95 to 49.95 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.00 per night

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

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Lake View Lodge Lee Vining
Lake View Lee Vining
Lake View Hotel Lee Vining
Lake View Lodge Motel
Lake View Lodge Lee Vining
Lake View Lodge Motel Lee Vining

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake View Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake View Lodge?

As of Nov 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake View Lodge on Nov 11, 2025 start from $149.82, 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.

How much is parking at Lake View Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake View Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Lake View Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake View Lodge located?

Situated in the mountains, this motel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Mono Lake and within 32 mi (52 km) of Yosemite National Park and Mammoth Mountain. Bodie State Historic Park is 31.1 mi (50 km) away.

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Lake View Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 428 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 364 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1004 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old fashioned lodge. Clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cool place to un wind. Great little town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was quaint and had a nice restaurant for breakfast. The bathroom was small but clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here several times and like the convenience of being near Yosemite.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, but a lot of noise from the highway.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morrison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay for the night. Small and convenient. Right in town as well so you could walk anywhere!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and cozy place! The restaurant on the property was amazing as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming a family owned property with friendly staff and great food and atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aníbal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place,, beautiful and amazing.. i recomend and i will come back again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect access for Tuolumne Meadows and Yosemite rock climbing!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sigurd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, the location gorgeous, the price- point reasonable. We'll be back. The only complaint (and it is minor): The handles for the faucets (all of them) required strength beyond most mortals to get the water running.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cabins that are older but we didn't expect the Ritz Carlton. Great staff and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It’s a roadside beautiful property, but we didn’t realize it until the next day as we were leaving given the rooms allocated to us were not in the best part of property. Staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gina

Liked: Amenities
Huge room. Very clean. Restaurant was expensive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed several times and just love it. The staff is so friendly and willing to accommodate requests.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice little cabin, very clean. Slept great after hiking Yosemite National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xochitl

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

Beautiful and Convenient Location

Lee Vining is a very convenient location to stay and explore nearby Mono Lake and June Lake Loop lakes and hiking trails.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mayra

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

Awesome place to stay

This is one of my favorite place when I visit the sierra.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thillai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/a
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The shared bathroom was clean but a person from another unit made it inaccessible for over a half hour in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was exactly what I thought it was!! It’s a trailer, so mattresses were trailer mattresses !😇
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, abundant parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hengjie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great stay! The staff if nice and we can get snacks at a very reasonable price. The noise condition is not great but cannot ask too much for a motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025