The Yosemite
Bug is a classic rustic resort with stilted high cabins and
lodge hovering in the black oak groves on our hillsides. The
magical property has a stream flowing through it with swimming
holes and trails running through reflective places and viewpoints.
We are adjacent to beautiful public lands along the Merced River
leading 25 miles up into Yosemite Valley
We
offer beautifully appointed new private rooms with baths in
new cabins and private rooms with shared bath in new cabins.
We have Yosemite-style wood frame tent cabins and classic
hostel/group dorm beds in cabins! All for families, young and
older guests, couples, backpackers and groups of all types.
The Bug complex was historically
a dorm camp and lodge catering to work crews, scouts and church
groups. Since the Bug opened in 1996 we have been called a resort,
a camp and a gem; but the social, fun nature of the Bug, the
staff, the value of accommodations, and the 50 acre forested
location on a hillside with views, makes the Bug a place of
true hospitality. If you are looking for a personally isolated, standardized hotel or motel experience,
your expectations may not be met....
The Yosemite Bug is also well-known by guests and locals as a great place to eat. The Cafe at the Bug serves dinner, lunch and breakfast. It has long been recognized as a great gathering place for high-quality fresh foods at a value. We do not use pre-processed foods.
The Cafe is the focal point of the Bug
with its wood-burning stove, comfortable sofas, games, bookshelves,
instruments, and shady summer decks. Our meeting rooms are magical
and professionally set-up.
And remember, in addition to Yosemite's
offerings, we have a local swimming hole and walking trails
on our beautiful 50 acres. Nearby in the National Forest and
Wild & Scenic Area are mountain bike trails, hiking trails,
and river rafting to keep you busy or on long walks in lazy
reflection. Please browse the seasonal pages for activity information
as our previous guests have raved about it. We now have a Yosemite
Bug Guide in the office you should read and laugh with.
We
hope you choose to make us part of your experience.
"Yosemite visitors are sure to enjoy hostel territory, Rustic Bug Hostel a cozy place for tourists to hang their hats"
Paul McHugh, Chronicle Outdoors Writer
Thursday, December 4, 2003
"We spent a wonderful time in California during March and saw many beautiful places. One of the nicest memories we have is the 2 nights we spent at the Bug Lodge. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with you and the wonders of Yosemite Park.
Thank you, we will certainly recommend "The Bug" for value and comfort to any of our friends who visit that area."
Gerard & Bernie Kerwin - Dublin, Ireland
"Hey, this place is awesome. Been here four times now. It just keeps getting better. Thanks"
Kate Mill - California
"You guys have got it just right...this place is the best and a credit to all your hard work, Thanks."
Matt & Linda Timstrau - UK
"To me this was unbelievable!! Can't find words to describe it neither in English nor in Swedish! Will recommend this place to all my Swedish friends!"
Britte Karsson - Stockholm, Sweden
"We're Italian and, you know, difficult people with food. Yours is GREAT, really GREAT. Thanks a lot for everything, Ciao"
Annalisa e Pier Paolo - Italy
"I have lived with many Chef's over the years who have cooked up a storm but you've won the best best best steak award and the friendly staff topped it off. Thank you for helping our holiday to be excellent!"
Chris from The Bronx
