Travelers wanting to visit Yosemite National Park without having to put up with the spartan accommodations of a campsite head for the luxurious Tenaya Lodge. Situated on 35 acres adjacent to the Sierra National Forest and just 2 miles from Yosemite, this elegant mountain retreat is just the place to see the sights without forsaking the comforts of home. The chalet-style lobby, with its high ceilings and roaring fire, is instantly welcoming, and the guest rooms and suites share a similar rustic appeal. Activities are plentiful, both on property and off, and the resort offers a terrific children's program. Fine dining is to be discovered at Sierra, while Jackalope’s Bar & Grill is ideal for the entire family.

Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite Amenities:

• 244 rooms, 4 story. Pets accepted, fee. Check-in 3 pm, check-out 11 am. Three restaurants, bar. Children's activity center. Fitness room, spa. Indoor pool, outdoor pool, whirlpool. Business center.