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Wawona Hotel

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8308 Wawona Road, Yosemite National Park, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389
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Wawona Hotel
3.5 of 5 stars 464 Reviews
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  • Dining room(13)
  • Breakfast buffet(13)
  • Main building(11)
  • Golf course(6)
  • Cell phones(5)
  • Would not stay(3)
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  • Friendly and helpful(3)
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Lomita,
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012 NEW

Does it get any better than this? The 19th century charm of this place is well preserved and in tact. The lodge and sitting room is a throw back to a bygone era. Imagine sitting around a fire and talking and engaging with other guests about your experiences that day in the park. Or playing a board or card game... More

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Ghent, Belgium
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I read the mixed reviews of guests in this hotel. This is NOT a boutique hotel, it is not adopted to modern comfort, but it breathes history and charm. Let me explain myself, this is a place without TV in the room, almost no mobile phone coverage. We chose a room with our own bathroom, others have common showers/toilets. The... More

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San Jose, Ca
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Had a wonderful one night stay at this Classic Hotel. The pure beauty and awe of this Hotel nestled right in the Yosemite valley is a must experience. The staff were all friendly and helpful right from the opening gate. Our room was just what we expected and well kept. We also enjoyed a fabulous dining experience in the main... More

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Phoenix, Arizona
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012
5
people found this review helpful

We got stuck in Yosemite when a truck crashed at the southern exit, blocking us from our hotel. Wawona, as the southern most lodge within the park, was overwhelmed by walk ins, tired after a long day in the park and hoping to have a place to rest their head opposed to driving three hours around to Oakhurst in the... More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2012
2
people found this review helpful

My husband and I stayed here for one night during our honeymoon. The hotel has lots of character but don't expect 5* luxury. The rooms are big and we felt like we had stepped back in time. The staff were very helpful and the food was delicious (although it isn't cheap). The only regret we had was that we could... More

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Hasselt, Belgium
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Wawona is a great hotel to stay in when visiting Yosemite. It's not too far from Yosemite village (about 20 minutes) and it offers a lovely, relaxing place to sleep. We had a romantic room in a separate building with our own bathroom attached to it. The bathroom was a bit outdated, but it felt like it was part of... More

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Houston, Texas
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed February 28, 2012
19
people found this review helpful

We spent two nights in Wawona hotel last December. From the outside, this hotel seems to be very attractive. The lounge and the dining room are charming also. But we were very disappointed with our room which was not situated in the main building. When we arrived at around 4.00 p.m., it was very cold inside and we soon realized... More

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We travelled there in late September and had a marvelous time. Although the drive to Valley and other parts of yosemite were a bit long -35min to an hour- the price was right and it was a different atmosphere because of laid back and less crowded environment. Had a real early 20th century feel to it. Breakfast was good and... More

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Ahaus, Germany
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2012

Just the perfect spot for staying at Yosemite. Quiet, historically interesting and very authentic place away from crowded Yosemity Valley itself. Traditionally furnished rooms are a little thin-walled, but that what makes it quite authentic. You feel set back in time when sitting on the veranda in the evening, listening to the live piano music. Restaurant is delicious and offers... More

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HULL, UK
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2012
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The location of this place is fantastic; but that's the inherent problem with this place because if there was any reasonable competition it would fail. The check-in was fine and the staff helpful. We had a room with a bathroom, but the water supply was hopeless; furnishings were basic and shabby. The breakfast was good, but the evening meals awful.... More

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Address: 8308 Wawona Road, Yosemite National Park, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389
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