It's the only decent hotel in the valley. The great historical building which has been maintained well. Apparently the Queen and kennedy have stayed here besides other dignitaries. Very relaxing outdoor setting with bar and food service. The cost to stay here would be justifiable if their food quality and room cleaning services were better. The only thing the cleaning... More

Yosemite and Ahwahnee really just have to go together if you can justify the cost. It is of course a privilege to stay at The Ahwahnee with all its history, architecture and traditions. The staff are amazing and we particularly loved the fact so many had been there in service for most of their lives arriving for a summer job... More

For the same exorbitant cost as a room inside the hotel, they have cottages on the grounds. Do not stay in them. They are quite rustic and filled with mosquitoes and other creatures for $600 a night!! If you are going to pay the highest rates in the park, make sure you are inside the hotel. The cottages are larger... More

We stayed at The Ahwahnee for 2 nights the week of Memorial Day. I chose the hotel because of the history & location. The hotel was built in the 1920's & was the most difficult construction of that time. They had to haul all the materials up the mountain. So yes the hotel is dated but they are trying to... More

My husband and I have stayed at the Ahwahnee four times, and are returning for our fifth stay next month. We were impressed by the beauty and history of the hotel on each of our visits. Yosemite has to be one of the most gorgeous spots on earth, and going back to the hotel after a day of hiking and... More

We stayed one night in the Ahwhani Hotel. We are retired and were planning a trip to California from Connecticut. We had heard that it was best to stay inside the park, but as we read reviews we realized that some of the resorts are quite run down. Since my husband and I have June birthdays, he decided to treat... More

Overall the Ahwahnee Hotel is the nicest place to lodge in Yosemite National Park. It was clean and the rooms were comfortable..pretty much what you'd expect from an old hotel in a national park. The Hotel is an easy 10-15 minute walk to Yosemite Village, and there are shuttle busses running on a regular schedule if you'd rather. The week... More

We stayed three nights in the Ahwahnee cottages in mid May. The rooms were quite big, very private and very rustic! Our 'backyard' was the most beautiful setting in the woods right by the river. Each evening we sat out and had a glass of wine enjoying the view. This was our first visit to the park and we were... More

I've traveled the world and stayed at national sites in many countries. As an American, it's embarrassing that such a US national treasure as Yosemite considers the Ahwahnee hotel a luxury hotel. It is far from it. Service is very basic. Restaurant feels like a large dining hall. food is so so. Rooms need to be renovated and are equivalent... More