Where to begin? I have been enjoying the restaurant associated with this hotel for many years now…read moreon my visits to the area which is a treasure near Yosemite. The town of Oakhurst is my favorite as it offers great amenities that are the closest to the best entrance to Yosemite in my opinion. Lets start with the food. This is one of the best culinary experiences I have had and it is consistently good. The three course or five course dining service is stellar. These chefs are some of the best in the world and Ive been all over the world. The leadership of Erica is not to be surpassed. She has an incredible calm spirit with a smiling happy crew that provides top notch service with warmth and class. The bartender Jordan is a delight with his great smile and kind eyes. The food experience made me feel like I was being nourished from the inside out not just with nutrition but with love and flavor that was new and revitalizing. This was my first stay at the Chateau Sureau. Oh my heart. I feel that I was healed and restored from a level of stress I dont think I realized I was carrying from our busy crazy noisy world at home. The property is exquisite with old world charm and the perfect patina of age that makes you feel you are in the old country of Paris or Austria or England. The landscape is stunning and it was raining so the fireplaces were roaring and the pines were glistening with silver drops backlit by an incredible sunset. The breakfast service is top notch and the staff is incredibly attentive. You know its good when you know each others names. Thanks to Lorenzo, Sienna, Logan, Jissel and Lori for incredible Chalet guest service. Then, there is the spa. I just had to go since I was feeling like my life was coming back to my ownership again. The Spa is gorgeous. The spa. director Way has been on this property for 20 years. I had the best facial and conversation with her. What a treasure she is. Kim was my massage therapist and she is one of the best I have ever had and my son at home is a therapist as well so I feel qualified to say so. I got to spend my time in the couples massage room which has stunning views, a balcony that looks out from the hot bubbling soaking tub that you get to use after your massage. I had a choice of oils to add and we went with elderberry which is incredible for soft skin. Its absolutely wonderful. The small scale in size lent itself to making connections with other guests that were fantastic and I made friends here while staying that will last! I will be back everytime I am in town. I was here on a rainy weeks end and it added to the magic. I can imagine what it is like in spring when the gorgeous grounds are covered in flowers blooming. I cant wait to see it again then or even next month for the holidays! Some may say there is some aging to the rooms but I say its perfect and if you have traveled to the Old Country in Europe this is part of the actual beauty and experience. Relish it!!

Never again, unfortunately. First, the pictures management posts on social media make the place…read morelook much nicer than it really is. The rooms are small and dated with various maintenance issues. The pool was cloudy and dirty. On the positive side, the staff was very pleasant and did their best. There were so many mishaps during our stay I cannot believe they charged us full price. I will never go back or recommend it. There is so much potential with this property. I hope they turn it around. Good luck!

Located near Yosemite, I chose this B&B for it's proximity to the park & the promise of wifi, along…read morewith a reasonable rate. A Bed of Roses did not disappoint! As this was a weeknight stop on our California road trip, I still needed internet access for my job. We stayed in the Country Rose room, and while the bedroom was small, the bathroom was spacious, and this was all we needed for one night. We ended up stopping for dinner before arriving, which pushed back our check-in later than I had initially thought. The host was great with quick responses to my updates! We were advised on where to find our entry info & had no problems. Though it was only around 9pm when we arrived, we didn't see anyone that night. Our room was in the back, through the house with a separate entrance from the deck. Just outside of our door was a patio table with a couple of chairs; this is where I did my work that night, under the stars, and also the next morning. Internet was fine there & I enjoyed working outdoors in mid-May. The bedroom itself was small & rather stuffy, but we opened the windows because they had screens, and we were comfortable all night. My only gripe about our room was a lack of pillows, as we only had one for each of us. But, since it was late, I made zero effort to see if any extras were available in the main house. Our in-suite bathroom was huge & included a mini-fridge. The shower was in a ginormous garden tub with an awkward climb-in entry, but served its purpose. We had been provided plenty of towels, as well as a hair dryer. The next morning, we were able to better appreciate our surroundings. The deck was elevated & spanned the entire back of the house, with several seating areas in addition to the one outside of our room. Down the steps was a pool (though closed), and a small landscaped yard. We could see the mountains from the deck, and wildlife including wild turkeys ran through the yard. We also enjoyed a huge freshly-made breakfast that morning. I wish I remembered her name, but the cook was very friendly & helpful with local tips. The inside dining table was large, and we were able to meet some of the other guests while we dined on the spread of varied breakfast items. The location was indeed perfect for visiting Yosemite, but this area seemed to also offer a lot more to do & see outside of the park. Lack of time aside, our one-night stay at A Bed of Roses in mid-May 2022 was great, and I'd definitely stay here again.

Nice scenery, room was nostly clean but cheaply made furniture, food was not good at all. overall,…read moreit was a below average experience.

Such a Gem!!! I was in love with this cute little inn as soon as I drove down the driveway. I told…read moremy husband I wanna come back before even getting our room key. The staff was so kind and made us feel right at home. Our room was so nicely put in together and very clean. They offered complimentary water and coffee in our rooms which was such a treat. The evening wine reception and morning breakfast were fantastic. Definitely well exceeded any expectations we had. It was also nice getting a chance to mingle with some of the others staying at the inn. People traveling from all over the world to see the beauty of Yosemite. A short drive into the park and into the town of Oakhurst. Very convenient. All I can really say is this Inn will hold a special place in my heart and I can't wait to go back.

Charming boutique hotel, large rooms, comfortable beds, great location. Enjoyed getting to know the…read morefun and friendly staff who roll out the red carpet for all their guests. From the hot breakfast to the wine reception, I was beyond delighted. It was a short drive to Bass Lake and an enjoyable drive to Yosemite. I hope to come back every year.

As soon as I secured a prime weekend peak hours pass to Yosemite, there weren't many options left…read moreas far as accommodations. I hurriedly secured a weekend at this B&B through Expedia based on amenities and proximity to the park entrances (30 min. to either the south or the west entrance through El Portal). As a big yelper I was surprised I didn't check/read here first and booked trusting Expedia's reviews. I was so delighted to find out it had 5 solid stars! This inn is tucked off a small highway in Ahwahnee and has 6 very different units, each with little extras. I loved our Half Dome room - we had our own private entrance, parking spot, and a jetted bathtub. There were stairs which I knew would be a struggle after some hiking, but it was so worth it. Also had a small deck. First amazing surprise was a greeting by the very sweet Inn cat Buster. The breakfast deserves its own paragraph. Very beautifully presented, delicious, an ample amount and you get two time options which made planning our park visits easier. Speaking of which, I love that if you're planning to do an early hike you can ask for your breakfast to be packed in advance. We got a lunch bag where our host drew Half Dome with a John Muir quote (so cute! I kept it :)) filled with fruits and granola. We also got different chocolates after housekeeping tended our room each afternoon. Our final morning we got a puffy pancake with fruit, yogurt, and bacon. Sherilee was so kind and offered us extra bacon. After our meal, the other friendly cat Hank came and sat on my lap for a while. It was great! There is a real family / warm / cozy vibe here. The grounds are awesome. Quiet, natural landscape. A really nice pagoda where a party of 6 could come chill and has an overhead fan, lights, and outlets. Pool and jacuzzi with lights and AMAZING jets (best I've been in?) open until 10pm. Beside the lodge is a beautiful outdoor fireplace next to a grill. The lodge itself is free to use anytime and they have a ton of movies and games, large table, really comfortable couches and always the perfect room temperature. They also have deet, sunscreen, cookies, and a basket with some poles you can borrow. Overall we felt so welcomed and very well cared for. Got more than expected and was nice to come back to this place after hiking in the park. Will definitely be recommending this place and hope to return.

All the great things you read are true! Shari is an amazing…read morehost. The property offers so much. We stayed away from main building. There was so much privacy. The rooms are well appointed with everything you need. There's also a pool and hot tub which surprised me for a b & b. You get different breakfasts daily. Note for first time Yosemite people it is one hour and half to Valley. Neighboring Oakhurst has restaurants which was the route we went. Also important to note especially in summer, you must go early to Yosemite! The Fish Camp entrance gets very busy! Shari thanks so much for being so on top of things! You are the best!

Nice hotel, good location, very friendly and accommodating staff…read more We stayed here 1 night last weekend. The room was a good size and was clean and neat, with a few signs of wear. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. We were on a scavenger hunt and needed to make a donation to a local charity. I asked at the front desk if they knew where I could do that early on a Sunday morning. The desk clerk asked a few other staff members and they suggested finding the pastor at one of the local churches and donating that way. One of the staff even offered to store the donation in the refrigerator and take it on Monday if it was perishable. I was able to find a church a few blocks away and make my donation. Thank you so much to the helpful and friendly staff!

I booked a room online as we were going to be in town for baseball tournament. Pictures looked good…read moreonline. Got there and looked sketchy and run down. Woman at the front desk was friendly enough. We got our key and headed to room. The whole area around hotel was just so unkept. The room smelled bad and was so dingy. Felt like we couldn't even breathe in there. Immediately went back to front desk and said we could not stay there. She said she could not refund us but she would talk to manager and see what she could do. We have not heard anything from them. We left and checked in at a different place! Would not recommend at all! I expected a bit better for 200.00 a night. I was traveling with my husband, but if I would have been by myself, I wouldn't have felt safe there. Just a bad vibe.

Could very well be the highlight of visiting Yosemite. Great views from the bedroom and patio, cozy…read moreinteriors and deer grazing outside -- stay in the midst of nature at Vulture's View. Only 30 mins away from Yosemite (about 1.5 hr from Glacier's Point) this b&b is in the quaint town of Oakhurst with a reasonable mix of restaurants and cafes. Must stay on your next Yosemite trip.

When you drive up the driveway, the first thing you see is an old red gas station garage/barn…read morecovered in vintage signs. You can also expect to see a family of deer walking around the garden. Unfortunately the grounds are not as nice as I expected from the pictures on the website. The area around the driveway, garage, and parking area was very dry and it could use some water and landscaping. This is the kind of place you want to see a beautiful garden so you can sit outside and enjoy the warm weather and scenic views! As far as our stay went, let me start out by saying that Judy, the owner, is a total sweetie. She greeted us with open arms and a big smile. She showed us to our room (room 1), which had a "private" porch, "private" hot tub, and a beautiful view. Then, she sat us down and explained to us the rules, which were plenty: Take a shower before using the hot tub , hair up in the hot tub, only use the green towels for the hot tub, don't waste electricity, keep the noise to a minimum, don't drink too much in the hot tub, don't waste water, "quite time" starts at 9pm, etc....she said if any of the rules were broken, we would be charged extra. For $170 a night, we didn't expect as many rules. This was my boyfriend's first visit to Yosemite so I wanted to stay someplace wonderful. Although Vulture's View was nice and had an amazing view from the hot tub, it was not as wonderful as I had expected for the price. The first night we enjoyed a beer and a delicious dinner at Yosemite Forks Mountain House Restaurant in Oakhurst. Yum! I would definitely recommend this restaurant. The next morning we got up at 4:30am and headed to Yosemite to hike Half Dome. Great time. We returned after dinner, around 8:30pm, a little surprised to find that our bed was not made and our towels were not replenished. Also, we were not given any additional food for the next day's breakfast. Pros: * Friendly hosts * Deer frequently roam the property * the private outdoor jacuzzi w/ amazing view * comfortable bed w/ nice sheets * nice fireplace (although it was way too hot to use it) * the room was stocked with fruit, mini-cereal, coffee, a mini fridge, a microwave, etc. * flat-screen tv w/ cable & dvd player * room was a cool temperature (providing a nice relief from the heat outside) . Cons: * We had a non smoking room, but it smelled of cigarette smoke. * Jacuzzi wasn't that hot (and took a LONG time to heat up) * the grounds could have been kept up a little bit better * too many rules * we left for the day and when we came back our bed was not made and towels were not replenished. * dirty wine glasses :( * although there was a coffee maker in the room, the coffee and cream were not good. (and I was really looking forward to a cup of coffee after waking up at 3:30am before hiking Half Dome) * the alarm clock's alarm was broken Recommendations: * Bring a bottle of wine to enjoy while watching the sunset in the hot tub * Bring your own shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. * Make sure to read the guest book (filled with many cute stories) * Bring your own coffee and cream (and some food to stock your mini-fridge)

We love staying here when we're visiting local family. The hotel is so clean and the pillows are…read moresoft and don't flatten out while you rest. The staff here are very friendly and informative. We enjoyed the complimentary breakfast for staying guests. There was a massive variety of breakfast options. Well organized and cleanliness was maintained throughout our experience. Jimmy was cleaning the dining area and he greeted us and asked if he can clean a section to accommodate our large group. He was very nice. There was a very sweet lady working in the kitchen area. I didn't grab her name but she was hospitable and genuinely nice. She took our last name before eating and let us know what yummy food options were available. We will definitely be coming back.

This best western was one of the nicest I have ever stayed in the lobby was inviting the atmosphere…read morewas welcoming. The staff was very friendly and willing to talk about restaurants and the best way to get to Yosemite and other questions that we had. The whole property was well kept and felt very safe easy driving directions to get to our hotel room. We were blessed with a hotel first floor had a great patio out, looking into a wooded area. Parking was very easy we park just a few spots away from our hotel room. They EV charging stations for vehicles and other things plenty of handicap parking all throughout the facility and also a restaurant right in the middle of this place so you don't have to go very far to get good food Speaking of good food, their breakfast buffet by far put it over the top because a lot of times you go to hotels and you get maybe a continental breakfast just a few items and you're not really interested in those items but this breakfast buffet was overwhelming because it was so amazing and on this trip we finally got to eat a good meal at a hotel They had pancake sausage, eggs, different kinds of bacon, like four or five different juices, six or seven different coffees, bagels plenty of people behind the counter to serve you fresh fruit, all kind of stuff and it was well laid out. A very relaxing environment that you can walk in get your breakfast sit down and really enjoy your time there and go back for seconds and know it was gonna be hot and fresh every time so I truly recommend this place because of how relaxing it was how easy it was to get in and out of and the food quality for breakfast was amazing. The only thing that was a little bit still out of date, but still look good was the rooms they are older style rooms not updated like a lot of other places are, but it was an amazing stay great facilities and we will stay here every time we go to Yosemite