Ahwahnee Hotel

Dating from 1927, this historic, landmark hotel is set on a valley floor with views of Half Dome, Glacier Point and Yosemite Falls. It's 1.5 miles from Yosemite Village. Warm, cozy rooms feature natural wood furnishings, free Wi-Fi and TVs. Some have balconies with views of cliffs or waterfalls; suites provide parlors. Room service is available. The hotel offers grand sitting rooms, a bar, stone fireplaces, elegant tapestries and stained glass windows, plus a dining room with a high, beamed ceiling where meals are served. Other amenities include a year-round heated outdoor pool, a solarium and a gift shop, as well as an afternoon tea service.