John Muir Lodge

2.5 star property
Travelers enjoy natural adventure by day and fireside relaxation by night at this cozy retreat with attentive staff and nearby dining options.

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John Muir Lodge is near Grant Grove Visitor Center and Panoramic Point. Guests can enjoy seasonal snowshoeing, American cuisine at Grant Grove Restaurant, and a cozy lobby fireplace. The property features an on-site coffee shop and helpful staff ready to assist with visitor needs.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ฿9,970
฿10,060 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
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About this property

John Muir Lodge

  • Hotel near Grant Grove Visitor Center
  • Located close to North Grove Loop Trail and Panoramic Point, John Muir Lodge provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a fireplace in reception. Adventurous travellers may like the snowshoeing at this hotel. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Grant Grove Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self-parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
    • A 24-hour front desk, a gift shop and ATM/banking services
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at John Muir Lodge have amenities, such as free WiFi.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
    • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 29 October and 31 March.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5.00 to 17.00 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is John Muir Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at John Muir Lodge?

As of 20 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at John Muir Lodge on 26 May 2026 start from ฿9,970, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at John Muir Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at John Muir Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at John Muir Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is John Muir Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Grant Grove Visitor Center, and within 3 mi (5 km) of North Grove Loop Trail and Panoramic Point. Big Stump Trail and Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 290 out of 720 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 720 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 720 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 720 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 720 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Wonderful - thank you. Easy walking distance to visitor center, dining, and store (as well as Grant's Groove).
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stefania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay. The staff is friendly and kind. The rooms were clean and I loved that there was a Keurug and coffee pods available. I recommend tge stay at John Muir Lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The John Muir Lodge makes me proud of our National Park system! Perfect lodge size and location, incredibly kind staff, feels so safe and comfortable. Families and tourists lounging in the lobby playing games, a wholesome atmosphere. Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay and enjoy the parks!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly staff, I enjoy fresh cup of coffee and they seen to have it days and night. The bathroom is outdated but they come with safety mat. We stayed in the first floor and we can hear footsteps from 2nd floor plus the wall is thin. The beds are comfortable to sleep in.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Akihiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great mountain lodge accommodation. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renato

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place to stay. staff was so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for three nights in early April and had a great experience. The lodge is charming, with friendly staff and tasteful décor throughout. Our room was a comfortable size and included a mini fridge, and while there’s no in-room microwave, one is conveniently available in the lobby. The lobby itself is a highlight, perfect for families, with books, games, a cozy fireplace, and complimentary cookies. The patio is another excellent spot to relax, especially with the incredibly comfortable rocking chairs that make it hard to leave. The internet connection was surprisingly strong. It is an absolute lifesaver since we had no cellular service. The only drawback is the location which is about a 40–50 minute drive along a winding road to reach the General Sherman area of Sequoia National Park. That said, we would still happily recommend this lodge overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, fast check in, food available next door
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bjoern

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay and weather :-)

Amazing stay! The lodge had everything we needed — great service, clean rooms, and a perfect location. Highly recomended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tianhao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the heart of NP - short drives to overlooks for stargazing at night. Staff are quite friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this place. So peaceful and surrounded by the beauty of nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay right in the park and close to a visitor center, store, restaurant, and even a post office.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic base to explore the park!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ondrej

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for hikes and all that the national parks have to offer. Especially loved the cabin atmosphere with board games and activities. Rooms were clean, but fairly loud noise from gas pipe made it difficult to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great for visiting the National Park. There is a local restaurant you can walk to. The food is not the best but it’s great you can walk to it. The staff was friendly and the room was clean. The Bed might need to be replaced soon in the room we stayed because it was really uncomfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay inside the park. Has everything you need and nice rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful and unique experience in a National Park!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good inside the park lodging at a fair price.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Amenities
The room was clean and comfortable, like a nice hotel. We did not eat breakfast. Hiking to General Grant was the highlight.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful lodge with friendly personal. Rooms were good size and clean. Hot coffee in the lobby with a very large selection of table games for families to play. Saw a black bear 15 minutes after checking in. No threat but nice to watch in the wild.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the place and the nature Dinner was without servers and staff. Not pleasant for a family event.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful property excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025