The hotel is beautiful, but we could not enjoy the amenities. The lobby was too cold to sit in and there were about 12 children, screaming and yelling when we were there. Instead of staying in the room of their private party, they emerged into the lobby to chase each other, and scream, which made it very unpleasant. The pool was also unavailable, because it’s under renovation. We could not get into the dining room for dinner, even though we tried to book ahead of time. The bar was closing by the time we checked in and we’re ready to go. The room was nice and the bed was very comfortable, but not worth $700 a night which it costs with fees, taxes and the mandatory valet parking. The dining room is stunning, but very difficult to get into. We enjoyed our $85 breakfast for 2 one morning, but the price kept us from returning. The view from my room was so lousy which made me wonder why this room was so expensive. In general, the staff was accommodating. We found, however, that we were so busy outside in the park that it was not worth it to spend that type of money only to come back and crash in the room. Since we could not get a dinner reservation, the swimming pool was closed, and the lobby too cold to sit in, we felt that it was difficult to take advantage of any amenities. I would suggest going there for a meal and walking around the grounds, but if you’re going to spend a lot of time in the park, it’s not worth the extra cost to stay here.

Historical hotel was comfortable and clean, but very warn down common areas. Food was a big let down - especially for the cost. A small number of staff wear miserable faces and attitudes. We left feeling bummed out.

Everything is expensive at this hotel, so you just have to accept that. The mandatory valet parking could be cheaper and still be effective. The hotel is beautiful and clean with lots of neat spaces to relax and enjoy the scenery and historic surroundings. The food was excellent. Our room wasn’t ready at check in, and we had to wait an additional 30 minutes. The staff could have offered us a complimentary drink, instead he was terribly rude. Overall we enjoyed our once in a lifetime stay here, but it does feel like the concessionaire takes financial advantage of people wanting to experience this piece of history.

We loved the hotel and most of the staff. Our only complaint was with the dining room and the staff taking reservations and checking you in. They were rude and really did not care if you ate there or not so we chose not to. We ended up in the bar with a delightful waitress Debby and decent food.

Fantastic location. Beautiful old hotel. Sits right at base of half dome. You can sit outside at outdoor tables and have best view of half dome in all of Yosemite valley. Restaurant is best one in the park but it it is below average on food quality and high on cost $59 per person for a buffet. No sit down service in main dining. And menu in bar is just weird. Best place to stay. This hotel could be awesome, but it isn't. Location 10 out of 10. Service 2 out of 10. Dining 2 out of 10.

What an amazing hotel to stay in! The setting is spectacular in the centre of Yosemite and close to many trails leading to spectacular scenery. The hotel is beautiful and unique with plenty or areas to relax in, and the bedroom was spacious with lovely decor. Some areas were being renovated when we visited resulting in some restricted services but this did not impact our stay which was a wonderful and memorable visit.

Great view. Very nice breakfast buffet. Nice staff.

Our 20th anniversary dinner at the Ahwahner was awful. Fat on lamb chops has congealed by the time it was served. Carrot purée was dry. Ordered steak “blue”, and it was prepared rare/medium rare. Server was kind enough to bring an extra serving of carrot purée and waive the corkage.