Where to Stay Near Sierra National Forest
The Sierra National Forest + Yosemite South Gate region offers an incredible range of lodging — from luxury châteaus and high-end resorts to lakeside cabins, adventure hotels, and private forest hideaways.
Whether you're traveling as a family, a couple, or a solo adventurer, this guide highlights the best places to stay, chosen for location, comfort, amenities, and proximity to the forest’s top trails, lakes, and waterfalls.
⭐ 1. BEST OVERALL STAY — Yosemitree House (Airbnb)
Location: Oakhurst, CA
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/8F6SyxEJtLXfPZa9A
Booking:
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/24267833?source_impression_id=p3_1765475106_P3bvkjXtBb-TIZRS
Why it’s #1:
Yosemitree House is a designer forest retreat nestled in the pines between Oakhurst and Bass Lake. High-design interior, large windows, curated decor, peaceful outdoor spaces, cozy fire-lit evenings — it’s the perfect combination of modern comfort and mountain charm.
Best for: couples, families, creative getaways, wellness weekends
Highlights:
Designer-furnished interiors
Privacy + quiet among the trees
Minutes to Bass Lake
18 minutes to Yosemite’s South Gate
Ideal for longer stays (workspace, equipped kitchen)
Ultra-clean & professionally managed
This is consistently one of the most-loved rentals in the region.
⭐ 2. Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite (Full-Service Mountain Resort)
Address: 1122 CA-41, Fish Camp, CA 93623
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/vqNXNfsjNp9i3RtFA
Tenaya Lodge is one of the premier Yosemite-area resorts — a perfect mix of accessibility, amenities, and wilderness. It feels like a national park lodge but with modern comforts.
What makes it great:
Indoor & outdoor pools
Luxury spa + sauna
On-site restaurants
Guided Yosemite tours
Ice skating (winter)
Kids adventure programs
Cabins + lodge rooms available
Best for: families, groups, travelers who want full services & conveniences
Distance to Yosemite Gate: 5 minutes
Distance to Bass Lake: 20 minutes
⭐ 3. Château du Sureau (Five-Star Luxury Escape)
Address: 48688 Victoria Ln, Oakhurst, CA 93644
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/oAi6YN1GUS9zps969
A world-class, European-style luxury hotel tucked above Oakhurst. With just 10 rooms, manicured gardens, refined service, and the Michelin-level Elderberry House restaurant, this is the region’s most exclusive stay.
Why guests love it:
Romantic, old-world European architecture
Personal concierge service
Private pool + serene grounds
Exceptional culinary program
Spa treatments + luxury suites
Best for: honeymoons, luxury travelers, special occasions
⭐ 4. The Pines Resort — Bass Lake (Lakefront Cabins & Suites)
Address: 54432 Road 432, Bass Lake, CA 93604
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/88BdJ3BqX635QK3P6
The Pines Resort is the only lakefront resort in the area, offering cabins, suites, dining, and direct lake access — perfect for summer vacations or family trips.
Why stay here:
Lakefront views
Cabins with decks + kitchens
Boat + watersport rentals nearby
On-site dining (Ducey’s on the Lake)
Walkable marina
Best for: families, groups, lake lovers, summer stays
⭐ 5. Outbound Yosemite — Coming Summer 2026
Website: https://outboundhotels.com/yosemite/
One of the most anticipated new hotels in the region. Outbound Yosemite will bring a design-forward adventure-lodge experience with boutique rooms, modern amenities, and curated outdoor programming.
Expected features:
Stylish cabin-inspired rooms
Outdoor fire pits + lounges
Modern food & beverage offerings
Adventure concierge (guided hikes, rentals, etc.)
Scenic, nature-first design
Why this matters: this will likely become the most popular hotel for younger travelers, couples, and adventure-focused guests.
⭐ 6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott — Oakhurst
Address: 40780 CA-41, Oakhurst, CA 93644
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ceoHGuKmLJgpRCxp6
Modern, reliable, and close to restaurants + shops. This is one of the best new additions to Oakhurst, with clean rooms, great service, and good pricing.
Highlights:
Free breakfast
Modern rooms
Pool + fitness
Walkable to dining
Best for: families, quick stays, rewards members
⭐ 7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites — Oakhurst
Address: 40141 CA-41, Oakhurst, CA 93644
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/cUECE5C8UzHC1QGM9
A clean, newer hotel with large rooms and strong traveler ratings.
Best features:
Spacious rooms
Free breakfast
Good value pricing
Best for: families, road-trip travelers, Yosemite day trips
⭐ 8. Local Cabins & Boutique Rentals
If you want privacy, nature, and unique experiences, the Oakhurst/Bass Lake area is full of boutique cabins and luxury Airbnb-style homes.
Best types of rentals:
Forest cabins
A-frame homes
Bass Lake waterfront stays
Mountain modern homes with views
Search areas:
Oakhurst
Bass Lake
North Fork
Fish Camp
Ahwahnee
Yosemitree House remains the top pick, but the region has dozens of highly-rated boutique stays.
⭐ 9. Adventure Stays Near the Sierra High Country
For travelers heading deeper into the Sierra National Forest:
Options include:
Mono Hot Springs Resort
Lakeside retreats near Huntington Lake
Dinkey Creek cabins
Tamarack Ridge rentals
These stays offer the closest access to the high-elevation lakes, granite basins, and alpine trails.
⭐ 10. Nearby Yosemite Lodging Options
If you want to stay inside or very close to Yosemite, consider:
• Yosemite Valley Lodge
Closest access to Yosemite Valley
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Wt7n3uEkpHB5ykvg6
• The Ahwahnee Hotel
Historic, grand, luxury
https://maps.app.goo.gl/LhZrN8Zuacpy3CeY9
• Wawona Hotel
Victorian-style hotel near Mariposa Grove
https://maps.app.goo.gl/wWo6SgpnM9q1cFpF7
These book out months in advance, especially spring–fall.
