CALIFORNIA PARLOR CAR TOURS YOSEMITE HOTEL INFO

Our multi day bus tours to Yosemite include hotel accommodations. The specific hotel are listed in each itineraries. During conventions or special events we reserve the right to substitute hotels of a similar category. Information about each hotel is listed below.

Located in Yosemite Park:| Ahwahnee Hotel Yosemite National Park | Yosemite Lodge at The Falls |

Located near the entrance to Yosemite Park | Yosemite View Lodge Hotel |

| San Francisco Boarding Locations | Important Traveler Information |

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Yosemite View Lodge

11136 Highway 140 El Portal, CA 95318

Yosemite View Lodge is located along the Merced river in El Portal, about 25 minutes by bus from Yosemite Visitor Center. It has 277 rooms in several three story structures.

The central area consists of the lobby, gift shop, a pizza parlor, dining room and a lounge.

There is an outdoor spa and two pools.

All the rooms have air conditioning, TV., kitchenettes, coffee makers, microwave ovens, refrigerators and a spa tub with double showers.

Guests have a choice of River View Rooms or Mountain View Rooms.

279 rooms Phone, cable TV and HBO • In-room spa-tubs • Family units with kitchenettes • Two outdoor, one indoor pool • Handicap accessible rooms • Fireplaces • Gift Shop • Guest lobby • Cocktail lounge • Two Restaurants

 

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Ahwahnee Hotel Yosemite National Park

A World Class Hotel As a National Historical Landmark and one of the most distinctive resort hotels in North America, The Ahwahnee is well known for its great granite façade, striking beamed ceilings, massive stone hearths, richly colored Native American artwork, and finely appointed rooms. Featuring 123 rooms, comprised of 99 hotel rooms, parlors and suites and 24 cottages, The Ahwahnee offers a perfect balance of history, hospitality and elegance. It's no wonder that for generations this grand hotel has been the destination of queens and presidents alike.

Grand Hotel, Grand Design Completed in 1927, The Ahwahnee features a unique blend of design influences including Art Deco, Native American, Middle Eastern and Arts & Crafts Movement. These elements can be seen in every aspect of the hotel including stenciling, woodwork, lighting fixtures and china patterns. Every room is designed for comfort and visual delight and reflects the natural surroundings and Native American influence of Yosemite.

Some of the most well loved aspects of The Ahwahnee are its grand public spaces featuring giant stone fireplaces, massive hand-stenciled beams, rich tapestries and elegant stained glass.

• The Ahwahnee Dining Room - The site of some of the most remarkable culinary events in the country, the Ahwahnee Dining Room features a 34-foot high ceiling with large sugar pine trestles and ceiling-to-floor windows framed with stained glass.
• The Great Lounge - A study in size and grace, the Great Lounge is 77 feet long, 51 feet wide with 24-foot-high ceilings. Ten floor-to-ceiling windows topped with stained glass panels, bathe the Lounge in light during the day. Wrought-iron chandeliers provide a warm glow in the evenings.
• The Solarium - Abundant natural light floods the room from windows on three sides. Adding to the room's sunny ambiance are an indoor fountain of local jasper and a profusion of beautiful plants.
• Winter Club Room - Deep leather chairs, a winter sports theme, vintage photographs and large windows create a relaxing mood that's particularly comforting in winter.
• Mural Room - A spectacular mural of Yosemite's flora and fauna overlooks this elegantly paneled room. A copper-hooded fireplace and French doors looking out on the landscaped grounds make this the perfect place to read a good book, write or entertain a small group.
• Colonial Room, Tressider Room and Tudor Lounge - Private meeting spaces with rich dark wood appointments and balconies overlooking Half Dome, Glacier Point and Yosemite Falls.

Services and Amenities Bell service, a full-time concierge, twice daily maid service with evening turndowns, room service, afternoon tea service and informative interpretive events. The Ahwahnee also houses a unique gift shop, Sweet Shop, The Ahwahnee Bar, an outdoor heated swimming pool (for use by guests of The Ahwahnee only) and tennis courts. Complimentary valet parking is provided on the premises.

Affiliations AAA Four-Diamond Award, Member of National Trust Historic Hotels of America; a collection of hotels selected by the National Trust for Historic Preservation for historic integrity, architectural quality, outstanding preservation efforts, and stewardship.

ROOM DETAIL The Ahwahnee Experience Built at a time when individual living space was much smaller, the sleeping accommodations at The Ahwahnee are not of the same proportion of modern-day hotels. This difference in size is more than offset by the grand scale of the public space and the rich décor that defines the property.

Guests in all room types enjoy access to all services and facilities of The Ahwahnee. Hotel rooms in the main building are appointed in rich fabrics, warm woods and Native American motifs. They offer exceptional views of Yosemite Valley's spectacular scenery including Half Dome, Yosemite Falls and Glacier Point.

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Yosemite Lodge at The Falls

The Best of Both Worlds As the closest property to Yosemite Falls, Yosemite Lodge is an idyllic spot for families, group retreats and visitors seeking to blend the comforts of a hotel while exploring the wilderness. In 1998, the main complex was redesigned and modernized with an emphasis on glass and wood detailing to blend harmoniously with its surroundings. Landscaping of indigenous trees, shrubs and wildflowers further reflects the natural beauty of the Yosemite Valley.

Internet Connectivity! Yosemite Lodge at the Falls is pleased to offer our guests Wireless (WiFi) Internet connectivity for guests with their own wireless-ready lap tops (a flat daily rate of $9.95) as well as an internet kiosk ($0.25 per minute) for those without their own computer! Ask for details at our front desk!
Accommodations

The Yosemite Lodge has 226 lodge rooms and 19 standard rooms with daily maid service. (Please note: The Lodge does not have air conditioning in any guest accommodations.)

* Lodge Rooms - Somewhat larger than the standard hotel rooms, the lodge rooms open to a patio or a balcony and have a private bathroom, dressing area, activity table, chairs, telephone and television with select programming.

* Standard Rooms - These are similar to a typical motel room and are furnished with beds, desk, chairs, private bathroom, telephone and televisions with select programming.

Onsite Amenities Yosemite Lodge offers a hub of services for your every need.

• Restaurant, Bar and Food Court - Three options to serve your appetite: Various hot and cold food stations in the Food Court, light fare and cocktails in the Mountain Room Lounge, casual dining with signature steak, seafood, chicken and pasta dishes with full bar in The Mountain Room Restaurant.
• Meeting & Banquet Facilities - Located adjacent to the Mountain Room Lounge, ideal for meetings, weddings or social events for up to 150 people. Full catering service featuring a wide array of menu options.
• Shops - The Nature Shop offers unique sculptures, original photographs by Yosemite's leading professionals, one-of-a-kind Native American art, as well as distinctive apparel, music and videos. In addition, the Yosemite Lodge Gift Shop sells sundries, newspapers, gift items, magazines, books, posters, snacks, jewelry, and apparel items.
• Tour& Activities Desk - Information and arrangements for tours, transportation, Yosemite Mountaineering School classes, horseback or mule rides and other activities.
• Bicycle Rentals - Standard bicycles in all sizes, rentals by the day or hour, open daily from April through October and during the rest of the year as weather permits.
• Post Office - A full-service post office, including parcel post.
• Swimming Pool - Heated outdoor swimming pool equipped with showers and changing rooms, open daily from Memorial Day through mid-September, weather permitting. The pool is available for the use of guests of Yosemite Lodge at no charge and to guests of Yosemite for $5/adult and $4/child. Poolside bar service is available on weekends.
• Amphitheater - Outdoor amphitheater located in the center of Yosemite Lodge, features nightly Ranger/naturalist programs, slide presentations and scenic movies during the summer. Evening programs are held on property the rest of the year.
• Transportation - Free shuttle service to various locations in the park is accessible from Yosemite Lodge, including winter service to the Badger Pass Ski Area. Public transportation provided by VIA Bus Lines connects the Yosemite Lodge with the city of Merced.
• ATM - Located in the Yosemite Lodge lobby near the rear entrance.
• Parking - Parking is provided on the premises for Yosemite Lodge guests. Day use parking is provided in the Yosemite Village area with easy access to the Free Valley Shuttle.
• Internet Kiosk -Located in the front office, we now offer two internet kiosks. Check your email, make reservations, stay connected! Cost: $0.25 per minute.
• Wireless Internet Access - WiFi is now available! Guests may purchase a daily access code at the Front Office. The range covers the Mountain Room Lounge, the Outdoor Amphitheater and the Gift Shop. Use of network cards and software is included in the rental fee if needed. Cost: A flat daily fee of $9.95.

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For Yosemite Tours, additional Pick-up Points:
Oakland Marriott Hotel ( 8:20A.M.)
1001 Broadway Street Phone. 510.451-4000
Oakland, CA 94607

Pleasanton Pick-up:
Denny's Restaurant ( 8:45A.M.)
6455 Owens Drive Phone.925.463-0720
Pleasanton - Hopyard exit off Hwy 580

From any other location you should take a taxi cab to our main departure point, the Cathedral Hill Hotel The city is compact, it should take about 5 to 10 minutes by taxi and cost about $7.

Rooms at several hotels in San Francisco and City Tours can be booked through California Parlor Car Tours.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

RESERVATIONS: It is suggested you complete your travel plans as far in advance as possible to avoid disappointment. We do our utmost to accommodate last minute bookings, subject only to space on the tours and at the hotels.

AIRPORT TRANSFERS: All San Francisco City Packages (San Francisco Splendor and Explore) and Los Angeles City Packages (Hollywood LA, Stars & More, Getty Plus) include appropriate transfers by shuttle service to/from San Francisco International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport. Transfers to other local airports may be available on request.

SEATS: Seats on the motorcoach are not reserved. Passengers select whatever seat is vacant at the time of boarding. In fairness to all, there is a procedure of rotating the seating at various times throughout the tour.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS: Hotels for overnight tours are listed in the itineraries. During conventions or special events we reserve the right to substitute hotels of a similar category.

BAGGAGE: When you book a California Parlor Car Tour package, you do not need to limit your checked baggage. Each piece of checked luggage will be brought to and from your hotel room each day. The applicable gratuities for this service are included in your tour cost. There is ample room for hand baggage in the overhead rack in the motorcoach. In case of loss, our maximum liability is $500. For damage, other than normal wear and tear, the maximum reimbursement is $50.

MEALS: Many of our tours include meals. Each itinerary will have (L) lunch, and (D) dinner included if a meal is included in the price of the tour. With each meal, you will have complete choice of menu! A typical lunch or dinner includes soup or salad, main course, dessert, coffee, tea or milk. Wine, bar beverages, appetizers and fancy desserts will be an extra cost to you. Vegetarian, Kosher, or other special diets cannot be guaranteed. Applicable taxes and gratuities are also included.

TRIPLE ROOMS AND CHILDREN: In most of the hotels used on our tours, triple rooms are not adequate for three adults and are intended for parents traveling with a child. Children between the ages 5-21 cannot be accommodated in their own hotel rooms but must share with an adult. There is no transportation charge for children under five. All expenses for children under 5 (cribs, rollaway bed, meals, etc.) are payable locally.

SMOKING is prohibited on the motorcoach at all times. The majority of hotels offer smoking and non-smoking rooms. Non-smoking rooms will automatically be confirmed. Smoking rooms must be requested in advance at the time of your reservation.

PAYMENT: For tours booked within 30 days of travel date, payment in full is due upon confirming reservation. Payment may be made with American Express, Discover, Visa or Mastercard.

CANCELLATION AND REFUNDS: If you must cancel a tour for any reason and wish to rebook at a later date, there is no cancellation fee. Your deposit or full payment will be held for 12 months and applied to another tour of your choice. If you cancel a tour and wish a refund, your deposit and/or full payment will be refunded less the following charges:

· Up to 21 days prior to the tour date - $50 per person

· 20 to 3 days prior to tour date – 50% of the tour cost

· 2 days to 24 hours prior to tour date – 75% of the tour cost

· Less than 24 hours including the day of the tour – No refund

California Parlor Car Tours reserves the right to cancel tours. Should it be necessary to cancel a tour, we will try our best to be-book you on a similar tour package and offer you a choice of dates and packages. If we cancel a tour with less than 28 days notice, and full payment has been received, you will be refunded 110% of the tour cost.

If, for any reason, you need to depart the tour early, you refund will be equal to any hotel room cost not utilized. There is no refund for unused sightseeing, meals and transportation.

OUR CONTRACT: Contractual sale includes bus transportation, listed sightseeing admission costs, hotel rooms with tax, advertised meals with tax and gratuities, baggage handling on the overnight sightseeing tours, and coordination of all details. It is out intention to deliver these services. If we fail to do so, you are entitled to a refund only for actual value of the undelivered tour components or service. On rare occasions, if individual clients discontinue the tour, every effort is made to arrange bus transportation to the tour destination and we gladly refund in due course, unused tour component costs.

By Law tours are operated with authority from California Public Utilities Commission and the D.O.T. and other U.S. agencies. We act as agents for hotels, restaurants or other places of business and other transportation carriers in certain areas; we cannot be held liable in any way for loss, injury, or damage to person or property in those places or areas. We are liable only while you are traveling on motor coaches operated by us. If there are any adverse conditions along the tour route, we reserve the right to bypass such areas. We may decline the sale of the tour or to retain any person as a member of the tour at any time.

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