John Muir Lodge Introduce
Nestled within the breathtaking landscapes of Kings Canyon National Park, John Muir Lodge serves as a welcoming haven for nature enthusiasts and adventurers alike. Ideally situated near Sequoia National Park, this lodge is your perfect base camp for exploring the park's stunning trails and scenic beauty.
John Muir Lodge offers a variety of amenities to make your stay enjoyable. The cozy lobby features a fireplace, free coffee, board games, and puzzles, providing a warm atmosphere for relaxation after days of exploration. Adjacent to the lodge is a cafeteria-style restaurant serving essential meals, though visitors with specific dietary needs should note the limited options available.
Guests will appreciate the convenience of an on-site store for essentials, as well as the charming gift shop and museum, which offer unique souvenirs and insights into the area's history. The lodge is particularly praised for its location, saving guests time and effort by placing them close to both Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks.
Customer feedback highlights several positive aspects of the lodge. Many appreciate the proximity to park entrances, which enhances their exploration experience. The interactive lobby with its amenities adds to the charm of the stay. However, visitors are encouraged to book in advance due to pricing that can vary depending on demand and timing.
- Proximity to National Parks: Ideal location for exploring Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks
- Convenient Amenities: On-site store, gift shop, and museum add value to your stay
- Lobby Features: Cozy with fireplace, coffee, board games, and puzzles
- Cafeteria-Style Dining: Essential meals available on site
John Muir Lodge is more than just a place to stay; it's your gateway to unforgettable outdoor experiences in one of California's most beautiful national parks.
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Customer Reviews
Spent 3 nights at the lodge in early November. Very good base for exploring the local area. Note that the restaurant is cafeteria style food, so healthy options are limited - keep in mind if your diet requires careful choices. There is a small store, well stocked with essentials. Good gift shop. Very nice museum.
We stayed here because of the location. We were getting to Kings National Park later in the day and then the next day we were going to explore Sequoia. We opted to stay at John Muir lodge and the location was great, saved us from staying 45 mins outside the park. Pros: lobby area had coffee, fireplace, board games and puzzles to play, cafeteria/restaurant near the hotel was nice Cons: the money you pay I don’t feel is justified (we paid $230 on a Wednesday night in November), one of the two queen beds appeared to be broken or on a tilt and looked like the sheets on that bed hadn’t been changed so we decided to use that bed for our suitcases, toilets sound like atomic bombs going off and it sounds like WW3 is happening when everyone is going at 6am, walls/doors were thin and could hear noise above us and in the hallway, shower head is a water saving shower head but felt like it took me longer to get the soap off because of it.
We enjoyed our stay at the lodge. The room was nicer than we expected, with plenty of extras including a hair dryer. It is located near Grant Grove in the northern section of Kings Canyon / Sequoia NP, perfect for exploring the less popular areas. The staff was very helpful and friendly.
Staff and on-site management/maintenance team were top-tier, friendly, high efficiency, and always available. 5 stars. The room is very out of shape. My main complaint is that the room smelt like a mold heaven (probably because of the way the shower room was designed) The water pressure was crazy good. The first day shower head created a pond in the room... lol. The maintenance group fixed the shower head in no time. Overall I enjoyed my stay.
John Muir Lodge was a nice place to stay in Kings Canyon. The visitors' center, restaurant, and gift shop are nearby. All less than 5 minute walk from the lodge. There is a microwave, ice machine, and water station in and around the lobby. They also have free coffee and utentils in the lobby. It was very convenient.
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