Originally Posted by
malcolmcampbell
many thanks to the posters who have helped us plan our california trip. Would now like some advice on where to stay around Yosemite. We aim to stay for 2 nights, coming from monterey and then onwards to San Francisco. The problem is that the hotel options within the park seem somewhat underwhelming. Is it an option to stay somewhere pleasant and quiet outside the park and then drive in for the day?
The Tenaya Lodge is supposed to be quite nice, but it's a bit of a haul. I'd stay again in the park at the Lodge at the Falls. It's not luxurious, but you can see the falls from your window (if you get a good room). IMHO, its worth it. And you save an hour drive. I stayed at the Ahwanee too, and wouldnt do it again.