Groveland Hotel

Groveland Hotel

Hotel, 18767 Main St, Groveland, CA 95321, Groveland, United States

3-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.3 / 5

Groveland Hotel is a 3-star historic boutique property on Main Street in Groveland, housed in a building dating to 1849 and positioned as a gateway stop about 25 miles from the western entrance to Yosemite National Park. Rooms are described as cozy with rustic-chic styling and include free Wi‑Fi, coffeemakers, and mini-fridges; suites add features such as living rooms, fireplaces, and/or direct porch access. On-site, the hotel runs a relaxed restaurant/bar serving elevated comfort food along with beer and cocktails, complemented by a garden patio and regular live music. Complimentary welcome drinks and parking are included, and the hotel sits amid the town’s walkable core near the Iron Door Saloon (about 31 m) and Hungry Bear Cafe (about 422 m). Nearby local attractions include the Groveland Yosemite Gateway Museum (about 366 m) and Mary Laveroni Community Park (about 252 m), with further-out recreation such as the Pine Mountain Lake Equestrian Center (about 5.9 km).

Best for

Best suited to travelers who want a characterful, historic stay in central Groveland with on-site dining and nightlife energy, plus an easy base for driving to Yosemite’s west entrance. It also fits couples or small groups who value suite upgrades such as fireplaces or porch access and like having a restaurant/bar with live music on the property.

Travel tips

If arriving late, plan ahead: multiple guests report limited or no staffing after around 8 pm and key pickup may be self-serve. The hotel is in the heart of town near bars and Main Street traffic, so light sleepers may want to ask about room location and bring earplugs. For transit and local orientation, the Mary Laveroni Park / Old Yosemite Road bus stop is very close (about 210–212 m), and the Groveland Yosemite Gateway Museum is an easy landmark walk (about 366 m).

What guests say

Reviews commonly praise the friendly staff, convenient in-town location, and the value of being based in Groveland for Yosemite access. The on-site food and drink program is a frequent highlight, with guests noting strong meal options and a good beer/wine selection. Several negative themes also appear: some rooms are described as very small with compact bathrooms, and a few guests report noise from Main Street and nearby bars. Operational and comfort concerns are mentioned in some stays, including late check-in logistics, limited staffing at times, and inconsistent breakfast experiences.

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