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About

Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite is a picturesque resort located in Fish Camp, California, that is available for weddings. It is a recipient of the prestigious AAA Four-Diamond Reward, which recognizes excellence in hospitality, as well as having been awarded numerous other accolades. This secluded venue sits on 48 lush acres of the Sierra National Forest, only two miles from Yosemite National Park. Couples can choose from various indoor and outdoor event spaces for their ceremony and reception. The lodge’s highly trained staff can work with you to make sure all of the details of your day come together for an unforgettable occasion. In addition to the wedding itself, the lodge also welcomes its related occasions, from the engagement party to a farewell brunch.

Facilities and Capacity

Couples may have a wedding with up to 400 guests at Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite. There is a choice of a beautiful terrace or an amazing lawn for those who have envisioned a stunning outdoor ceremony. The elegant Grand Tenaya Ballroom is ideal for larger receptions, where guests can celebrate under wrought-iron chandeliers. Couples can enjoy the Grand Terrace’s alpine views while they say their vows. A romantic outdoor pavilion overlooks the scenic wilderness that encompasses the lodge and is perfect for romantic receptions. Couples can avail of a get-ready room for final preparations before their ceremony.

Services Offered

Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite offers complete wedding packages for couples looking to get married at any time of the year. Event planners can guide couples through the various stages of coordinating their wedding. A selection of culinary options ensures that even the most particular guest can dine in luxury. Couples can use signature cocktails to put an extra stamp of individuality on their celebration. The hardworking staff at this venue can take care of setting up your event and cleaning up when the festivities draw to a close. Other features of this venue include:

  • China
  • Tables and chairs
  • Linens
  • Tableware
  • Lighting and sound
  • Event rentals

Accommodations

This resort offers 352 different lodge rooms and suites for the happy couple and their guests to enjoy. Special room rates are available for loved ones who want to relax in comfort after a busy day. All guests staying at the resort are granted access to the pools and the lodge’s Ascent Spa. They can enjoy high-class luxury and care while admiring the raw beauty of their surroundings.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$700

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$700

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$16

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Specialty Beer

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

20

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

7

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Hotel
Resort

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March

Reviews of Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite

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User2535844 Sent on 02/16/2016
5 out of 5 rating
I am so happy that I chose to have my wedding here. Charlene and Samantha made planning my wedding easy and they made my wedding day stress-free and easy. I dealt primarily with Charlene and I can't say enough about how great she was! Anytime I had a question she was able to respond in a timely manner. As someone who wanted to throw a nice wedding but wasn't sure how to do it, I cannot explain how helpful Charlene was. She's done this quite a few times and she was able to guide me and make sure I had done everything I needed to do by the time it needed to be done. Tenaya is 4 hours from where I live so I was grateful that I was able to coordinate everything with Charlene. Seriously, she's amazing. My wedding was perfect. The scenery around the lodge is, I mean it's Yosemite so it's one of the most gorgeous places ever. The lodge itself is beautiful and cozy and they maintain it very well. We had to have the wedding inside due to snow and it was still beautiful. Charlene and Samantha set up the reception décor so I didn't even have to worry about it. They took care of everything.

The only issue we had was with the lodge's check-in process. They told our guests (and us) check-in time was at 3 (via email confirmations) but when my guests arrived a handful of them had to wait until 4-5PM to check in. Some people had no issues while others had to wait hours. That was very inconvenient, but that wasn't something Charlene or Samantha can control so I wouldn't hold it against them. Other than that, everything went smoothly and it was beautiful and I can say I was a very calm bride on my wedding day. I can't say enough how much I appreciate everything Charlene and Samantha did to make my day amazing!
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Stephanie Sent on 11/22/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Most amazing experience and day of my life. Samantha is amazing, she made sure every t was crossed. They were more than accomodating and attentive. The guest booking experience is horrible, however the rest of the experience more than made up for that disaster!
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User2865460 Sent on 11/15/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We had a beautiful wedding at Tenaya. It was in mid October and we wanted the ceremony outside, however it rained the day of:( BUT Tenaya still made our wedding ceremony beautiful inside and everything was perfect! We kept the reception in the pavilion and they brought our heat warmers! Sam helped us out and did an AMAZING job. You will love it there!!!!
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Jeanette Sent on 05/10/2013
5 out of 5 rating
I can't thank Charlene Kelley enough for making my winter destination wedding much easier than I had imagined. The entire staff was so helpful in making our wedding/new years holiday weekend a success. The bellman who helped me lug in alllll my decorations, dress, etc...to the front desk staff who handed out all the hotel welcome bags for guests, to the serving staff who ran the dinner like clockwork, and I can't forget the setup/cleanup which was unbelievable!

Everything made it to the proper location without me lifting a finger and my guests were able to just have a great time! My dad was so used to other weddings where the bride's family cleans up their own cake cutter, champagne flutes, etc bu the staff told us to relax and they took care of it all! The next morning, all my decorations, cake cutters, flutes etc were clean and ready to go! They even saved all my various centerpieces for the morning after brunch for our guests.

All of the guests raved about the wedding and we got everything we had envisioned with a winter wedding in Yosemite and a reception/morning after bunch at the Tenaya Lodge. The place was so magical covered in snow!

Thank you Charlene!!! We will definitely recommend you to all future brides! You took away a lot of my stress!
Julia
Julia Sent on 09/20/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Tenaya has a great team of professionals at your disposal. I had Samantha for my wedding planner and she was amazing! She was so kind and helpful and kept everyone in line to make sure that the day went how we wanted it to. They know they are a bit out of the way so they make sure they have a wide variety of catering and events available to you. The only thing we had to arrange outside of them was flowers/cake and photography. And they had a great list of recommendations! We were there for a few extra days before and after and they were very helpful in arranging room moves and even moved our luggage for us! I only wish that it had snowed more recently, but I am sure if Samantha could control the weather she would have helped out with that as well!
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Shella Sent on 12/10/2010
5 out of 5 rating
The lodge was absolutely stunning. We simply set the date and everything seamlessly fell into place. Charlene Kelley, the Tenaya's wedding coordinator is a true gem- she oversaw every detail of our wedding, making sure all was just as we had wanted and beyond. The lodge provided exemplary service - they set up all decorations, provided linens, tables, stemware, everything! They also cleaned up everything- making sure all of our special items-- even the top tier of our cake were safely stored. Charlene also saved us when our officiant bailed ( Rev. Don & Carole Early), by contacting another officiant for us the morning of our wedding ( Rev. Autry Nassar). I truly cannot say enough about the Tenaya-- we were and still are completely thrilled with how our day turned out. Thank you Charlene!
Jessica
Jessica Sent on 04/30/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best day of our life’s

Having our wedding at Tenaya Lodge was the best decision. Sonya was very helpful and nice she really went above and beyond to help us. We had so much fun and we loved our wedding. This is such a beautiful location to get married at. It’s so peaceful, romantic and it has a gorgeous view. The staff was all very nice and helpful, they were all so friendly. Thank you so much for everything you guys did.
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Micah Sent on 06/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend Tenaya!!

Tenaya was a great venue for our wedding with just over 100 guests. The food, atmosphere, and accommodations were all fantastic! Special shout-out to Sonya for being so detail-oriented, attentive, and patient in making sure our special day and weekend went as smoothly as possible.
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Stefanie Sent on 12/15/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Know how many guests you intend to have as there are limits on each room.
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User2115693 Sent on 05/01/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Charlene is GREAT! She is so flexible and wants to make your event beautiful!
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Awards

28
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Mickie Hanson Make-Up Artistry & Hair Design Mickie Hanson Make-Up Artistry & Hair Design Wedding Hair & Makeup

We just love doing weddings at The Tenaya Lodge! It's beyond beautiful and always such a amazing experience! When it comes to mountain wedding venues, you can't go wrong!

Fresno Event Group Fresno Event Group Wedding Planners

What's not to love about this place? Beautiful setting, great weather and the staff is amazing. You'll love working with Charlene, I know we do!

Sound Extreme Productions Sound Extreme Productions Wedding DJs

Yosemite is one of the most beautiful places we love to work. Tenaya Lodge is great place to have a wedding or any event. We look forward to working at it again.

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