Nestled in the mountains, The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge offers a serene retreat with breathtaking views. Savor cooked-to-order breakfast, unwind on the terrace with WiFi access, and enjoy convenient amenities like free self parking and an electric car charging station. Helpful staff have made past guests feel at home.
Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance - 7 min walk
Foothills Visitor Center - 4 min drive
Tunnel Rock - 7 min drive
Our Place Playground - 8 min drive
Crystal Cave - 62 min drive
Getting around
Visalia, CA (VIS-Visalia Municipal) - 53 min drive
Restaurants
River View Restaurant & Lounge - 8 min drive
Pizza Factory - 10 min drive
The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge - 1 min walk
Sequoia Coffee Co. - 9 min drive
Three Rivers Brewing - 9 min drive
About this property
The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge
The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance and Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Three Rivers, which serves lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a terrace. The helpful staff and restaurant get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
7 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Facilities
Terrace
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Window screens
Sleep well
Crib/infant bed available
Freshen up
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Special features
Dining
Three Rivers - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 7 to 20 for adults, and USD 7 to 18 for children
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Gateway Restaurant & Lodge
Gateway Restaurant & Lodge Three Rivers
Gateway Restaurant Three Rivers
Gateway Restaurant Lodge Three Rivers
Gateway Restaurant Lodge
The Gateway Restaurant Lodge
The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge Motel
The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge Three Rivers
The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge Motel Three Rivers
Frequently asked questions
Does The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking.
Are there restaurants at or near The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Three Rivers.
What's the area around The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge like?
The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge is a short 7-minute walk from Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance and 8 minutes' walk from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.
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The Gateway Restaurant & Lodge Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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7.4/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
November 5, 2024
Great location to the park
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
September 13, 2024
Enjoyed our stay and staff
Lori
Lori, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
August 11, 2024
The food was really nice!!
Atsuro
Atsuro, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
June 21, 2024
Great location
Friendly staff
Madhavi
Madhavi, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
October 5, 2024
Great location but rooms are small and food was overpriced and badly cooked
JOHN
JOHN, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
September 2, 2024
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!
laureano
laureano, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
November 10, 2024
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.
Ben
Ben, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
June 20, 2024
Enjoyed the restaurant by the river
Lois
Lois, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
June 20, 2024
Very good restaurant
Aleksandr
Aleksandr, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
July 26, 2024
Excellent restaurant. The property is 0.4 miles from the entrance to Sequoia National Park,
Svitlana
Svitlana, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
July 26, 2024
Quick stay
It’s a bit dated but otherwise the food was great and the bar was amazing
Robert T
Robert T, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
October 8, 2024
Location is the only good thing everything else is bad
Sami
Sami, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
June 30, 2023
Great stay
Kathie
Kathie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
July 3, 2024
Close to Sequoia
Perfect place to stay, just outside of Sequoia.
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
January 4, 2025
Decent for a last minute trip but no the best
The stay at the lodge was an okay experience, the room unfortunately was dirty. we found a half empty wine bottle in the fridge and crumbs under the beds. It was really annoying to have to make a reservation to dine at the restaurant. We waited 20 minutes to be seated while there were multiple tables open. I think this really brings the value down because its in such a great location but these minor inconveniences made it difficult to enjoy.
Lizette
Lizette, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
November 24, 2023
Great time and location
Daud
Daud, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
July 27, 2023
The location is nice and the restaurant staff are friendly.
sudha
sudha, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
October 14, 2024
Nothing. 250 a night was outrageous for this place.
Leonard
Leonard, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
July 22, 2024
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.
kathleen
kathleen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
July 14, 2024
Closest place to park entrance and has restaurant/ lounge room fine but a bit dated. In incredible heat the A/C worked very well.
Douglas
Douglas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
April 30, 2023
Great place
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 16, 2024
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.
Todd
Todd, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
July 10, 2024
Perfect sequoia trip.
One night stay to go to sequoia, just the perfect-> location,clean, great customer service,good food. Just the perfect closer place to go to sequoia. Would come back again .*****
cecilia
cecilia, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
October 9, 2024
Noisy
Noisy.. expensive not included breakfast.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
September 11, 2024
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.