Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self parking is available onsite.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee, approximately USD 7 to 20 for adults and USD 7 to 18 for children.

Does the property allow pets?

Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

What accessibility features does the property offer for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. It is advisable to contact the property for specific arrangements.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located near Sequoia National Park, just steps from Sequoia National Forest and 7 minutes by foot from Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance. It is approximately 0.4 miles from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and 40.2 miles from Visalia Municipal Airport.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge in Three Rivers

Average nightly price at The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$219
February	US$266
March	US$245
April	US$278
May	US$303
June	US$280
July	US$294
August	US$313
September	US$310
October	US$290
November	US$276
December	US$276

What guests think

Travellers describe The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge as a convenient base by the river just outside Sequoia National Park, with a scenic, well‑liked on‑site restaurant, small and dated rooms, mixed cleanliness and maintenance, friendly staff, and often tight parking.

Restaurant prices are frequently noted as high, and reservations may be needed for the best river‑view tables. Several guests mention early‑morning or equipment noise, while a few cabins add river decks or touches like a private sauna. Overall, it suits park‑focused travelers who prioritize proximity and scenery over modern finishes.

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Facilities

Parking is limited and often fills up due to restaurant patrons, making spaces hard to find at peak times.

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Umesh

28 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Decent option right at the park entrance. Good location, restaurant and EV charging. Rooms were ok - a little worn. The patio wasn't clean.

8

Rebecca

6 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The winsow sills and corners of the room were rather dusty, but the bedsheets, bathroom were all clean and neat. The staff were very nice at check-in (in the restaurant.) We did not eat there, so i can't comment on that, but there's a deck overlooking the river - beautiful. Parking was a slight challenge. It was full when we returned from the park around 7 so we visited a store down the road before returning and finding a spot. It's a small property, but that is why it's nice and quiet.

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kathleen

22 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

this is the closest hotel to the three rivers entrance to Sequoia. Just 2 minutes away. The restaurant setting is lovely. The staff is wonderful. The rooms are a bit rustic and parking is limited but all in all a very good stay.

6

Steven

6 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I like the location closed to the Sequoia N.P. I don't like the parking and noisy in the early morning.

8

I Kuang

4 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hard to parking because of Resturant’s customers.

8

Roderick

4 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Location and service are the best. It's a stones throw away from the entrance to Sequoia Nat'l Park and a full bar is great to return to after a day of hiking. The staff go out of their way to be helpful, and restaurant breakfast and dinner were pretty good! The view over the river from the restaurant was nice. Only complaints were that previous guests left half eaten food in our dresser and a used washcloth that had not been cleaned out before we checked in, and the rooms are a little drafty. Still, overall had a positive stay and the convenience of this hotel simply can't be beat.

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Ben

10 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The babbling brook next to the restaurant was beautiful, and it is the closest hotel to the Sequoia National Park entrance. The hotel rooms are quaint and homely. Parking can be a bit of a difficulty during night hours as it is a popular place for the bar. I would heavily recommend enjoying the waffles from Sequoia Coffee Co. and the pizza from Pizza Factory. Both are about 15 minutes out, but also delicious.

8

Todd

16 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We enjoyed the location and the restaurant. The parking was limited and the room was pretty small. The staff was freindly and the property is pet friendly.

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Debra

8 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

There is no front desk, you check in at the hostess station in the restaurant. The rooms were tiny. The beds were leaning and not comfy. The a/c barely worked and the room was hot. There is no designated parking. If the restaurant is busy the lot is full and there is nowhere to park. I would not stay there again and do not recommend.

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Miguel

12 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was a nice getaway with the guys! We had a relaxing trip and the view from the restaurant was really nice. A convenient location for a quiet vacation.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is mixed: some rooms are reported very clean, while others mention musty odors, hair or bugs, and tired carpets or fixtures. Several note maintenance issues such as weak showers.

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Michael

15 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room had overpowering bad musty smell. So bad. Needs new carpet or a dehumidifier or something. No where to walk dog(all gravel, no outdoor area except parking lot), I ended up going behind lodge next door where they had a nice “backyard” area. Parking lot for rooms is very small and right at the back door for the restaurant so the dumpster/trash stank. Restaurant was delicious but expensive. Would eat there again but would not stay at the lodge due to room smelling so bad. Very convenient location to Sequoia Natl Park

10

Cynthia

11 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My family spent one night here. The room and bathroom were very clean. The bed eas extremely comfortable. I usually have a difficult time sleeping with two hip replacements but this was like home to me. I left something in the room when we left and the house keeper brought it out to my car for me. The food was great, the staff was excellent. I’ll definitely be back.

10

SALVADOR

27 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and clean

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Atalie

29 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was dirty and unkempt. There were spider webs inside the room above the bed. Not what you would expect for $230.

10

Michael

16 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place; beautiful, clean, and close to the park entrance.

6

Andre

21 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We only stayed one night on our way out of Sequoia NP. Everyone was friendly and the restaurant was nice with good atmosphere. The parking lot was packed do to restaurant partons. They did keep the spot in front of our room clear. This was greatly appreciated after a long week of camping. Unfortunately the room was really grimy with hair in the shower drain, and on the bedding. AC and frig were insanely loud. Plus there was a 2 inch centipede in the room. If the room was more well kept and less noisy it would be a great place to stay. You can't get any closer to Sequoia National Park.

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Michelle

10 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Pros close to sequoia national park. Stayed in river house with my 3 teenagers. The deck was great with a beautiful view of the river. The towels were great and new ones were given to us on the 2nd day. Cons, the smell of garbage was awful. The kitchen was nasty, the sink didn’t drain. The place needs a good deep cleaning. The air conditioner smelled like mold. Wouldn’t stay here again. This was part of a large trip to the west coast it was probably my least favorite place.

6

binu

16 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Small hotel room with limited space to travel with children…room was dingy and dusty. Bathroom still had hair in the drain from previous guest!

6

Sheryl Ann

1 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is not maintained, 1 of the rooms smells like damp towel, which we didn’t use and kept the door closed to make sure the whole place don’t smell. The kitchen is good, location is good. The food at the restaurant is great and servers are nice. Wish they maintain the place better, perhaps changing the carpet will make it feel a little bit more homey and feel cleaner.

8

Craig

23 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was clean

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Rooms

Rooms skew small and rustic with dated decor, and some guests report early‑morning or equipment noise. A few units add river views, decks, or features like a sauna; overall comforts are basic.

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Daria

6 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Almost everything was great. Got the key and went to a nice room that had everything. There was a AC, but we could sleep there with one small window opened in a restroom. It was enough of fresh air for both of us. And the mattress is too hard for a skinny side sleeper. It was painfull to sleep until i put smth beneath the sheet. Also, this place gets a little noisy in the early morning. Some trucks arrive at around 7 and, without turning off the engine for an hour or so, don't let you sleep. The restaurant seemed to be a little bit too expensive. So we, personally, ate at different places. But, overall, it was a good stay for sure.

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WILLIAM

11 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Our cabin was right on the river. We enjoyed sitting on the deck in the morning enjoying a cup of coffee and in the evening sipping a glass of wine while enjoying the rushing rapids of the river below.

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Shane

7 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very small rooms but clean and comfortable bedding. Restuarant was very good but a little pricey.

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Marta

8 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was a bit dated but in reasonable condition and everything worked well. It's really picturesque and the perfect rest before heading into the patk. Would definitely return

10

laureano

2 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay. My room had a sauna and river view. Clean as well and very quiet. Had free Wi-Fi and cable. Great stay overall!

10

Alexandra

12 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The Gateway was a fantastic place to stay for visiting Sequoia. The little cabin was perfect for 2 people and we had a balcony overlooking the river which was a lovely bonus. Plenty of space in the room and a lovely queen bed with a great mattess and pillows. The bathroom was a little cramped and the light above the mirrow did not work. The shower was small with a non-adjustable shower height and it was hard to get the water temperature balanced. The restaurant was lovely, recommend to eat on the deck over the river.

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kathleen

22 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

this is the closest hotel to the three rivers entrance to Sequoia. Just 2 minutes away. The restaurant setting is lovely. The staff is wonderful. The rooms are a bit rustic and parking is limited but all in all a very good stay.

10

Rabia

19 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was small to have two beds but I loved the restaurant and view.

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Douglas

14 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Closest place to park entrance and has restaurant/ lounge room fine but a bit dated. In incredible heat the A/C worked very well.

4

Nancy

22 May 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Beautiful location, excellent restaurant, but the room was very small and outdated.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful, with quick responses to issues. However, check‑in runs through the restaurant with limited hours, and occasional service or billing problems were reported.

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Cynthia

11 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My family spent one night here. The room and bathroom were very clean. The bed eas extremely comfortable. I usually have a difficult time sleeping with two hip replacements but this was like home to me. I left something in the room when we left and the house keeper brought it out to my car for me. The food was great, the staff was excellent. I’ll definitely be back.

8

Pamela

6 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We expected the property to be closer the the park and were surprised that it was over an hours drive from our destination. The restaurant was great. The staff was pleasant but not helpful. We were ready to go at 6:30 but the restaurant/office did not open until 8:00 so we stayed longer than anticipated to check out. Room was clean, warm and comfortable. Beautiful stream side location.

10

William

7 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We initially had an issue with too much air freshener in our room and once we asked about it, the staff immediately put an ionizer in the room and took care of the problem completely. The restaurant served great food and very large portions. The bed and shower were great. Cleaning staff was incredibly friendly as were bartenders and wait staff.

10

Abel

3 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Outstanding service from my check in, check out and my dinner experience so i highly recommend, i appreciate it 😀 I'll be back .

10

Karla

13 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great experience, friendly , helpful service . Clean

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Joe

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was a beautiful day. I checked in through the adjacent restaurant. The staff was friendly and very helpful.

8

Patricia

25 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were amazing. Especially Ruth. Shower was great. Room was clean. Rug could use upgrade no place for pet to go potty. Restaurantandview wasamazing. .

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Paul

25 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Inn is wonderfully located on the river near Sequoia southern entrance. Excellent restaurant and staff is very friendly and helpful. Clean but dated.

8

Roderick

4 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Location and service are the best. It's a stones throw away from the entrance to Sequoia Nat'l Park and a full bar is great to return to after a day of hiking. The staff go out of their way to be helpful, and restaurant breakfast and dinner were pretty good! The view over the river from the restaurant was nice. Only complaints were that previous guests left half eaten food in our dresser and a used washcloth that had not been cleaned out before we checked in, and the rooms are a little drafty. Still, overall had a positive stay and the convenience of this hotel simply can't be beat.

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MELISSA

13 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

THE CLERK AT THE PROPERTY TOOK MY CREDIT CARD AND RECHARGE MY PREPAID ROOM. I TRIED TO EXPLAIN THAT IT WAS PAID VIA EXPEDIA ON MY DISCOVER CARD AND WOULD HEAR OF IT. HE CHARGED ME $256. SO I PAID TWICE AT THIS FACILITY. I TRIED TO TALK TO MANAGMENT AND THEY WERE NOT AVAILABLE DURING MY STAY. I AM UPSET THAT I WAS CHARGED TWICE FOR MY ROOM AND NO ONE WOULD HELP FIX THIS ON SITE AS I WENT BACK TWICE DURING MY VISIT.

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Location

Very close to the Sequoia National Park entrance with scenic river surroundings, making it a convenient base for park visits.

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Ronald

22 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is older yet still quaint. It is the closest accommodations to the south entrance to Sequoia Nat'l Park. The location is VERY scenic and peaceful. Food in the restaurant was good though a bit pricey. Service was GREAT and people very friendly. Would stay here again.

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Rachael

1 Dec 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything across the board was decent. Good location. Would recommend to people hoping to be close to Sequoia. Not the best but does the job for short term travelers.

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David

16 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location above a river and right next to the Sequoia Park entrance, with an excellent restaurant.

10

Michael

16 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place; beautiful, clean, and close to the park entrance.

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jennifer

2 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location close to the entrance to Sequia. Rooms are on the smaller side, but very clean and equipped with everything you need. Friendly employees. Food and cocktails at the restaurant were very good. Reservations are requested. We ate there both nights of our stay. I could see parking being a little tight during the high season, due to the popularity of the restaurant, but we had no trouble at the end of April. Would definitely stay again

8

kathleen

22 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

this is the closest hotel to the three rivers entrance to Sequoia. Just 2 minutes away. The restaurant setting is lovely. The staff is wonderful. The rooms are a bit rustic and parking is limited but all in all a very good stay.

10

Bruce

7 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location, just outside Sequoia National park. Older but cleanotel and excellent restaurant. The staff was wonderful, very friendly.

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Douglas

14 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Closest place to park entrance and has restaurant/ lounge room fine but a bit dated. In incredible heat the A/C worked very well.

8

Kelly

3 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect place to stay, just outside of Sequoia.

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Ben

10 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The babbling brook next to the restaurant was beautiful, and it is the closest hotel to the Sequoia National Park entrance. The hotel rooms are quaint and homely. Parking can be a bit of a difficulty during night hours as it is a popular place for the bar. I would heavily recommend enjoying the waffles from Sequoia Coffee Co. and the pizza from Pizza Factory. Both are about 15 minutes out, but also delicious.

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Dining

The on‑site restaurant and bar earn strong praise for tasty food, atmosphere, and river views. Many note high prices and the need for reservations or waits for prime seating.

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Michael

13 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This place is a strange mixture of s three star accomodation and five star restaurant. All in all very good

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James

20 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Restaurant is excellent. Rooms are small but comfortable. Location is the best part of the deal.

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Marietta

30 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was a nice place to stay. The food from the restaurant wasn't really good.

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William

7 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We initially had an issue with too much air freshener in our room and once we asked about it, the staff immediately put an ionizer in the room and took care of the problem completely. The restaurant served great food and very large portions. The bed and shower were great. Cleaning staff was incredibly friendly as were bartenders and wait staff.

10

David

16 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location above a river and right next to the Sequoia Park entrance, with an excellent restaurant.

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Alexandra

12 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The Gateway was a fantastic place to stay for visiting Sequoia. The little cabin was perfect for 2 people and we had a balcony overlooking the river which was a lovely bonus. Plenty of space in the room and a lovely queen bed with a great mattess and pillows. The bathroom was a little cramped and the light above the mirrow did not work. The shower was small with a non-adjustable shower height and it was hard to get the water temperature balanced. The restaurant was lovely, recommend to eat on the deck over the river.

8

James

5 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Overpriced but of course everything is in California. Friendly staff. Outrageous prices in restaurant

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Rebecca

26 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The restaurant is an amazing experience! The food is good! The views are stunning! The staff was very friendly and accommodating! Tip you may need a reservation to get the best view!

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jennifer

2 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location close to the entrance to Sequia. Rooms are on the smaller side, but very clean and equipped with everything you need. Friendly employees. Food and cocktails at the restaurant were very good. Reservations are requested. We ate there both nights of our stay. I could see parking being a little tight during the high season, due to the popularity of the restaurant, but we had no trouble at the end of April. Would definitely stay again

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Rick

26 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely overpriced 1950s-style motel outside the national park. I expected something special for the price, but I was wrong. We didn't feel comfortable leaving our room because the deadbolt couldn't be locked from the outside, leaving only an easily bypassed handset lock. The food wasn't bad, but really, $29 for a hamburger? It's close to a park entrance, but I'd drive the extra miles to avoid this place.

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The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge

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