Sierra Sky Ranch, Ascend Hotel Collection

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  Ramon Ewald
a week ago
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  Patty Baker
2 months ago
Sierra Sky Ranch was wonderful!!! The property is beautiful, we just loved it. The grounds are perfect and the lobby was gorgeous! The rooms were good size and the beds were comfortable and so were the pillows. I can't say enough about the staff, too! They were so kind and helpful, it was honestly such a great time! There were wild life several times on the property and we had a campfire under the stars! This place is a gem and I can't recommend it enough! Great place for a Yosemite visit!

  Sarah Campbell
2 months ago
We had the best stay over after playing in the snow up the road a few miles! The staff was so friendly, welcoming and just made you feel totally at home! The room was clean and comfortable, we asked for a room next to my son and his wife and were given one with a joining patio. We watched football and played scrabble in the den! Had a great time and was even treated to a guided ghost hunt later that night! Can t wait to go back!Safety: The travel up was safe no snow chains neededFood & drinks: The lady at the front desk popped us a big bowl of popcorn to have while we sipped a few drinks and watched football! So nice!

  Cinthya Zeballos
3 weeks ago
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  Dabee Climber
4 months ago
Okay, so we stayed at this hotel for 4 days on a vacation to Yosemite. The rooms were cozy and had a cool cabin theme. There was a big fireplace and 3 large beds. We went in a group of 5, and we weren't squeezed together. The only problem I could really find was the freezing cold showers. Anyway, the complementary breakfast was great, and they had a nice selection. The location was even better though, with Lewis Creek trailhead being a few miles away. And you can't forget Yosemite. 4 stars total, and I recommend this place to anyone who plans on going to Yosemite.Rooms: Big rooms with fireplace.Food & drinks: All you can eat buffet.

  Sandra Gedvile
6 months ago
Loved it! Appreciate people with a common sense. A lovely lady from reception who store our milk in staff s fridge as there was no fridge in our room. And it would be a problem, because my little one takes milk every morning and night. And a best wishes to restaurant lady Eva, so kind and generous, your smile makes the difference for people who comes to get a good memories.

  Gerri Atkins
7 months ago
The rooms are so tiny that my husband and I couldn't be in the bedroom together unless we were both on the bed. The pool was dirty, and cold. The location was fantastic because it was pretty close to the South entrance to Yosemite. The staff was very friendly. If you want a little bigger room I recommend the Jr. Suit. It is all by itself in the basement and it is adequately sized for a short stay. We could not unpack because the rooms were so small, and we were there for a few days, tripping over your luggage gets pretty old pretty fast.Food & drinks: Very little available on-site, but there were many different variety of restaurants that delivered to the ranch.

  Matt Mead
9 months ago
I preface this by saying this place is not my usual speed but it was the closest in proximity to a Yosemite wedding I attended. That said, I give it credit given what it is. Their customer service is super friendly and people greet you with a genuine smile from front desk to cleaning staff. The accommodations are rustic down to the wooden floors and porches across the entire building, and while there aren't a bunch of frills, the property itself is nice. You do get a pool and at night all the string lights really give you the wilderness/ranch feel that they intended. Do be aware that if you're a light sleeper you will hear movement all over starting early in the morning because of the floors and how sound travels with folks waking up to get out in nature.

 
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  Kila Landry
10 months ago
Sierra sky ranch is absolutely the best! The people who work there are amazing they helped us every step of our trip. It was my husband's birthday so they let us bring a cake and kept it in the fridge for us. They help us find tours for Yosemite and told us great restaurants to go to. Also the balcony next to your room is so great beautiful view. The pool is shaded too so it's so nice in the summer. They really took care of us completely. Oh an the stars at night are just the best I've ever seen in my life.Rooms: The rooms were a little small but everything was super cozy and everything else made up for that.Nearby activities: They have gold panningSwimmingFishingRock climbingHikingHorseback riding

  Makenzie Robinson
a year ago
Beginning of February is the perfect time to come here! We truly enjoyed our stay. Everything was serene and quiet. The king bed was comfortable and we enjoyed the rooms that have a small porch out front. The breakfast option was nice but truly continental with packaged oatmeal, packaged hard boiled eggs, some cereal and cottage cheese or yogurt. Definitely a nice snack but if you are looking for dietary purposes, I would recommend bringing your own breakfast replacement and just grabbing a thing or two. Gabe at the front desk checked us in and was very kind as it was late. It would be great to have at least a chair in the room to sit and tie your shoes, but it truly is for sleeping only. One other thing that would be nice in the winter is a hot tub, but from an operational standpoint, it is high maintenance. They have seating areas with chess set and piano. Would be nice to bring some cards or games if you re with a crowd or family. Would definitely stay here again!

  Michelle C
a year ago
Loved the ranch / cottage vibes! We stayed for a few nights and thought the place was very clean with modern bathrooms, food was great, breakfast was simple but good, and I loved that they have board games and areas where you can sit and hang out with friends. They also have a coffee / tea station that you can access anytime. Staff was nice and friendly. Overall would definitely recommend!Some small things to improve are: offering a mini fridge in rooms (we had to use our ice bucket as fridges for some of the food we brought), the heating vent was right above our bed so didn t love the air blowing into my face while sleeping.

  Larry Heck
11 months ago
Great quiet hotel near Oakhurst. The rooms are very comfortable, homey, nice bed, snug - a little small but worked fine. They have a door that directly exits to the shared patio which was really nice in the evening, we sat out there playing cards and having a bottle of wine (we bought it at the grocery store in town, the hotel sells some bottles but they are limited and pricey). The patio has a small table and 2 chairs for most of the rooms, the view (from a front room) was rolling grasslands and a relatively quiet rural highway. Short easy drive to the city if you want to eat out or shop. I noticed the rooms on the backside also had a patio but they did not have the same consistent small table and chairs, I saw a room with just a bench, another with a large table but no chairs.

  Anusha Balusu
a year ago
One of a kind mountain lodge experience. The staff, the rooms everything was top-notch, really felt like I was at home and at peace. The lobby area is very unique and authentic and has rustic antique vibes, where guests can sit together and enjoy. We were able to sit in our balcony and do star gazing in the night, it was absolutely beautiful.The only reason I took off a star is for the breakfast, it s extremely limited.

  Judy Park
7 months ago
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  sharath
a year ago
This place was homely and well-maintained. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and helpful. This place had a fireplace with games and 2 separate larger rooms for families to huddle which was really nice. The rooms were clean, double-sanitized, and had all the amenities. We were comfortable and every room comes with a patio which is a nice touch. This place also has an attached tavern where they served complimentary breakfast. Would definitely recommend this place for travelers going to Yosemite or when around Oakhurst CA

  Karina N
6 months ago
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  Marilyn Reyes
9 months ago
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  Dena Marie
a month ago
Looking for a quiet and relaxing country get away from the city that's steeped in history? This is the place! Tucked away up in the mountains right off the 41 and just minutes away from downtown Oakhurst, is this little gem straight out of the old west. Before it was converted to a 28 room hotel, it was one of California's first cattle ranches dating back to 1875.The minute you walk in, you feel as if you've been stepped back in time as you take in the beautiful rustic atmosphere of a handsomely decorated log cabin complete with a actual working fireplace in the lobby that the staff keeps going all through the winter.I was also told by the staff, who by the way are super friendly and make you feel right at home, that the hotel was also at one time, a retreat for military soldiers and a tuberculosis ward at another.It is literally just one of the last few hotels located outside of Yosemite which is a bonus! The southern entrance to Yosemite through Fish Camp is only 20 minutes away from Sky Ranch. Also nearby is another tourist attraction, Bass Lake just 15 minutes away from the hotel.The rooms are cozy and both my husband and I slept like babies! Most comfortable beds ever. They do have a pool that's open only during the summer season. There's even a library that boasts many books and games for kids and families! Love that they have fresh coffee around the clock, plus hot teas and hot chocolate. A free Continental style breakfast is included with your stay.Another nice surprise was an outside fire place in the front lawn with chairs! You can simply enjoy the fire under the stars and/or roast your own S'mores which the hotel sells and the front desk agent will go and help light the fire for you.Their restaurant the Cowboy Tavern is closed but staff does give you plenty of great recommendations for local dining choices. I was told at the time that they operate the dining room for private parties and events. It too is an impressive venue complete with an actual old time style saloon bar.Considering how much my husband and I enjoyed our time here, we will definitely be bringing our family with us next time!

  Jo Moss
11 months ago
A beautiful historical place to visit. Very comfortable beds and nice clean rooms, only thing missing is a safe in the bedroom. The hotel is a lovely building dating from the 19th century. Breakfast is continental style with fruit juices and coffee on offer. Unfortunately during our stay the dining room was closed for evening meals but there are plenty of eating places down the road in Oakhurst.

  Shantel Moss
2 years ago
Absolutely fell in love as soon as we pulled in! Everything was amazing-staff was so friendly, informative and overall wonderful. Every part of the ranch was rustic and beautiful. The overall feel of the place was so peaceful and tranquil. The rooms were updated-bed was big and comfy, bathroom was gorgeous and clean. This is a beautiful ranch with a lot of history. This was the perfect place for a romantic stay! Once we arrived we did not want to leave! We even ended up ordering in when we had planned an expensive night out! The patio although a shared patio was still very private and cozy. Breakfast was delicious-I love that they use fresh herbs! The muffins were fresh, moist and full of flavor. Coffee, tea and hot chocolate were available 24 hours. The grounds were well kept and would be a beautiful wedding spot! I literally looked up available dates as soon as we got home! Cannot wait to return! Thank you ladies for a wonderful stay!

  Tish S L
2 years ago
My trip to Yosemite would not have been the same if my friend and I hadn t stayed at Sierra Sky Ranch. We loved Diana s hospitality. The hotel is located on a great piece of land. We loved the view. It was neat to see the squirrels and wild turkeys surroundings too.The beds were extremely comfortable and the size of the room was perfect. We had an outside patio area to sit and relax. I was grateful for the pool though it needs a good renovation with painting inside with cushion seats, etc.I loved the feel of the Ranch style. The manager and the other front desk worker could use an improved work ethics as they didn t care that the milk ran out for our coffee. Gosh, when you pay over $200 / night, you would expect the staff to ensure availability to what is offered.The outside of the Ranch could use a bit of a brighter paint job. The folding chairs were worn down and rusty in the gazebo. The shower needs to be worked on as the water runs from the rubber stopper.Overall I loved the experience as it was rural and down to earth. Diana made the experience wonderful. She is a star

  Karla Santiago
2 years ago
I came here on my honeymoon, we went to explore Yosemite which is only about a 20 minute drive from this hotel. We really enjoyed our stay here the staff was amazing and told us about the history of the hotel. Although the rooms are small, the common areas were amazing one room had board games so we got some tea from their amazing selection and played some games. The breakfast was delicious! If you get a chance explore this amazing hotel with incredible views of the mountains.

  Mario Sengbusch
2 years ago
The hotel was rustic old ranch style and you could feel the old American atmosphere, which really delighted us. The furniture was vintage style and we liked it very much. The rooms were very clean and had a balcony with a forest view. The parking was free and there were no additional costs for Wifi, which worked well.Breakfast was fine overall, but could be bigger and with more choices. The balcony could be better separated per room to have more privacy.

  Avian Liao
9 months ago
Overall, I like this property and the people working there are nice and friendly.I have booked my another stay in September and this will become my repeat stay hotel. We had a great time for our 2 nights stay.Food & drinks: I like hotel has coffee and tea in the lobby.

  Margaret
a year ago
I really had high hopes for this hotel. Location was stunning and close to Yosemite, and the property is very unique and old. Rooms are small, and my sheets for some reason were upside down? No fridge. When checking in the receptionist was very kind. However that ends there. Wanted to grab dinner in their restaurant we stood around waiting for someone to seat us (we came in October maybe they were understaffed? the hotel was still busy). During dinner they had the AC blasting it was so cold, the waitresses seemed very shy and timid, didn't make conversation, and the food was overpriced with very little variety in the menu. We paid $9 for a tiny plate of spinach and $21 for a veg shepherd's pie which was so small and so bland. Also the restaurant is closed Sunday-Monday, luckily we got there on a Saturday. To top it off breakfast the next morning was terrible. I was hoping for some fresh food and lots of variety, nope. Breakfast starts at 7am we came at 7:15am and half the food was gone. One worker didn't seem bothered or try to rush to refill the items. There weren't even plates! No yogurts, bananas, bagels, English muffins. You had one juice option: orange, tiny poppy seed muffins, eggs and potatoes which were empty when we got there, and some white toast. I had better breakfasts at cheap Comfort Inns. For $200/night this was terribly underwhelming and I wish I had a better experience.

  Giselle Garcia
a year ago
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  Simon Rood
a year ago
Such a great find for a few nights sleep .I didn t want to stay with a big chain type hotel whilst in town for a few nights and would stay here again when next visiting south Yosemite and Oakhurst. Diane on the front desk and colleagues made us all very welcome. Very clean and great rooms. We had room 35, which is a downstairs room. The only downside is that you can hear footsteps above you from the other rooms (but it is an old, historic hotel and is too be expected). Really liked resting and eating on the porch for breakfast. We visited mid to late May, and the weather was great - would have been good to have a few chairs on the grass, and these would have followed once the season got underway. Hope to see you again when next visiting Yosemite.Thank you Diane for the scourer pad!

  Qiming Liu
2 years ago
I stayed here on Friday night. It was really a nice experience! The room was neat and comfortable. Surrounding environment was so tranquil. The service was great and considerate as well, gave me a list of restaurants and a guide brochure of Yosemite. The breakfast was also excellent. After settled down, I then found this place is famous for haunted ghost with a long history since 1875, which surprised me. But there was no ghost lol, not lucky enough for me. I chose here for its short distance to Yosemite, which is definitely an ideal hotel to enjoy traveling and relief the tiredness. Will bring my girlfriend here next time!

  Demid Fedorov
a year ago
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