Tioga Lodge

I stayed at Tioga Lodge (just north of Lee Vining, CA) at the end of August, 2023. The room was quite cozy and comfortable, and even though it is located directly adjacent to Hwy 395, I didn't have any problem with traffic noise (which was a complaint I read in another review). Yes, if you're really trying to hear the traffic noise, you'll hear it. However, if you don't let it bother you at all, then within a very short time, your mind basically eliminates it and it becomes nothing more than background noise.

Back to the room... Very clean and cozy. The beds were comfortable, and I had no problem sleeping. The bathroom was "old school" in the sense that it had the old water closet design for the toilet, with the holding tank for the water being at or above head height, and that put the flush handle up high enough that if you're a shorty, you may have to stand on the lid of the toilet to be able to flush after you do your business. The towels were very plush as well. There was no TV, which didn't bother me at all, because I don't watch a lot of TV anyway. And the view of Mono Lake (directly across the highway) is beautiful!

Just be advised, that when you open the door of your room in the early morning, you may be blinded by the light! The sunrise seems to come early, because there aren't any mountains to the east to delay the sun's appearance from over the horizon. Also, be warned that when you open the door to your room, you may be blinded by the light - the sunrise reflecting off the lake, combined with the actual light directly from the sun, and you get a double whammy of light! LOL!!

The staff was also extremely friendly, and the manager, Gladys was easy to converse with.

If there was any one negative, it would be that the Lodge's wifi that covers the guest rooms wasn't working - but if I really needed wifi, I could sit on the front porch of the Lodge and use the main wifi while enjoying the beautiful view of Mono Lake.

All in all, I have no serious complaints about my stay at Tioga Lodge, and I would definitely stay there again.

What a magical place! Breathtaking beauty all around. Rooms are super cute, very clean! Fans keep it nice and cool! More than what I expected! My family has traveled through 8 states staying at beautiful places along the was and I Highly recommend this beautiful retreat! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Great cute/rustic lodge, pretty view of Mono Lake, and very spacious. (We stayed in room 14 and it had two rooms! The lady who was in charge while we were there was very nice.

Super clean, has a "family-home" vibe. I thought it was super cute. We had a good night sleep, beautiful scenery.

This place far exceeded our expectations- rustic, quiet, adorable. We found a nice haven away from the tourist hordes here and stayed an additional night. Excellent management, lovely staff. Thank you for a great stay!

Lovely, quaint cottages. The cottage we stayed at had a stand alone elevated tub. There was also a cute porch where you can sit and watch the cars drive by. The garden was very nice and well kept. The parking is loose gravel.

The restaurant is also very excellent. The food was great and so was the water! Their water is especially amazing tasting. I don't really know what it is about their water at the restaurant but I it tasted very refreshing.

After your meal, walk across the highway to the lake.

This place has been there forever. I have been passed it for at least 50 years that I know of. I have seen it go through many changes as well as Mono Lake. We have never stayed there, but have known others who have. Nice, quite get away with great views and your in the middle of some great fishing north to Bridgeport or south to Lee Vining or June lake loop. A must stop is Mono cone, in Lee Vining where I take my boy scouts every time were in the area. Lost of history in this area. Worth the stay.

Little cabins I really like the little
Great view of mono lake I want to watch sunrise but I overslept because I was so comfortable

I forgot to ad in my last review the Tioga Lodge is pet friendly and there is no charge for your pet. Plus there is a beautiful shaded path in back of your cabin lined with beautiful flowers.

Stayed in adorable "Rosa Mae" cottage. Clawfoot tub. No TV. No fridge. Got a great night's sleep. Also, Wi-Fi worked fine in my room.

Good place for a beautiful sunrise view on Mono Lake. The property is clean, well managed and staff is kind.

Friendly service, simple, unique rooms. A perfect relaxing escape with a beautiful view.

The place is so clean and the caretaker is really nice.

Awesome food, atmosphere,people, great place to have dinner overlooking beautiful Mono Lake!

Have nice stream flowing through this and can view best sunrise from the cottages

A wonderful, quaint lodge with phenomenal views.

Nice little family place. Prices are decent as well.

Nice spot

Super clean

Beautiful fall colors!