What's included with your reservation and what costs extra
Your Tamarack Lodge and Resort reservation includes the room or cabin you booked, free in-room and on-property Wi‑Fi, two parking spaces per reservation (covered by a mandatory $25/night resort fee plus tax), and access to seasonal amenities. Meals, drinks, spa or pool/fitness at Mammoth Mountain Inn, pet fees, and some activity rentals cost extra.
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What the room rate covers
The base reservation covers the specific accommodation you booked (for example Room (Lodge Room with Private Bath-NO PETS) or Historic One Bedroom Cabin) and standard bedding and furnishings for that unit.
Free Wi‑Fi throughout the property and in-room is included; network details are provided at the Front Desk.
- Room or cabin you reserved (exact unit type and bed configuration included in your booking)
- In-room and on-property Wi‑Fi
- Access to the Tamarack Fireplace Lounge and the Lakefront Restaurant (meals not included in the room rate)
| Included item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Wi‑Fi | Free; login details at Front Desk |
| Room/unit | As booked (historic lodge rooms have no TVs) |
| Resort fee inclusions | Two parking spaces per reservation and seasonal amenities |
Mandatory resort fee and taxes
A resort fee of $25 per room, per night (plus tax) is added to reservations. This fee covers property internet, two parking spaces per reservation, and seasonal amenities where available.
Tax on room rates and on the resort fee is applied at booking and on the folio at check-in/out. Separate activity and service fees (for rentals, lessons, or special events) are charged in addition.
- $25/night resort fee (plus tax) — includes Wi‑Fi and two parking spaces
- Local and state taxes are charged on room rate and applicable fees
- Activity rentals, restaurant meals, spa/pool access and pet fees are extra
| What the resort fee covers | What it does not cover |
|---|---|
| Wi‑Fi, two parking spaces, seasonal amenities | Meals, restaurant drinks, spa services, equipment rentals |
| Access to town shuttle (seasonal) | Transfers or private shuttles |
| Information/limited front-desk services | Housekeeping beyond requested service |
Dining, bar and what costs extra
The Lakefront Restaurant is the on-site dining option; dinner service is the primary meal and summer lunch is offered on the terrace. The Lakefront Restaurant and bar charges are not included in room rates.
The Tamarack Fireplace Lounge serves cocktails, beer and light bar food; both dining and lounge purchases are billed separately to your room or paid at the point of sale.
- Lakefront Restaurant: dinner service (hours vary; the property lists Wed/Thu/Sat/Sun 4:30–8:30 PM on one page)
- Summer terrace lunch is seasonal and may have separate hours
- Reservations for the restaurant are recommended; the dining room is small (about 8–10 tables)
| On-site dining option | Included with room? |
|---|---|
| Lakefront Restaurant (French‑California / Contemporary French-American) | No — meals are extra |
| Tamarack Fireplace Lounge (bar & light fare) | No — purchases are extra |
Pets, deposits and fees
Dogs are allowed only in cabins (not in historic lodge rooms). Up to two dogs per cabin are permitted. Other pet types are not allowed.
A per-dog charge and a refundable damage deposit apply; these charges are not included in the nightly room rate and are added separately.
- Allowed: up to two dogs per cabin
- Charge: $30 per dog, per night (paid in addition to room rate)
- Deposit: $200 refundable damage deposit (collected separately)
- Dogs are not permitted in lodge rooms or in the Queen Room / Queen Room with Shared Bathroom room types
| Pet item | Policy / cost |
|---|---|
| Number of dogs allowed | Up to 2 per cabin |
| Per-dog fee | $30 per dog, per night |
| Refundable deposit | $200 (refundable) |
Housekeeping, check-in/out and payment rules
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM (desk hours may extend to around 9:00–10:00 PM); check-out is by 11:00 AM. Guests must present a photo ID and a credit card at check-in.
Housekeeping is available on request; towel and linen changes can be provided upon request rather than daily service unless arranged otherwise.
- Check-in: from 4:00 PM (must show photo ID and credit card)
- Check-out: by 11:00 AM
- Housekeeping: provided on request
| Payment / booking item | Policy |
|---|---|
| Deposit at booking | 50% of total reservation charged at time of booking (per third-party listing) |
| Accepted payment types | Credit cards are required at check-in; property listings note major cards but guests should confirm directly |
| Cash | Some sources indicate cash is not accepted; confirm with the property |
Activities, rentals and extra services
On-site outdoor activities include fishing, canoeing/boating, bike and stand-up paddleboard rentals, guided hikes, fly-fishing classes, ziplining, and the Tamarack Cross-Country Ski Center with groomed trails in winter. Most activity rentals and guided programs carry additional fees.
Downhill ski passes, use of Mammoth Mountain Inn's pool/hot tub/fitness facilities, lessons, equipment rentals and special guided trips are not included and are billed separately.
- Bike, canoe and SUP rentals — fee-based
- Guided hikes, mountain bike lessons, fly-fishing classes — fee-based
- Tamarack Cross‑Country Ski Center access is on-property; grooming and trail access are part of the center but lessons/equipment rental fees may apply
- Pool/hot tub/fitness center — available at Mammoth Mountain Inn with room key (separate facility; access card provided), not an on-site Tamarack amenity
| Activity | Included? |
|---|---|
| Guided hikes / lessons | No — extra cost |
| Equipment rentals (bikes, boats, SUP) | No — extra cost |
| Pool/hot tub access (Mammoth Mountain Inn) | No — off-site facility; access provided with room key but any day-use charges apply at that facility |
Parking, shuttle and accessibility notes
Limited on-site parking is available; the resort fee includes two parking spaces per reservation. During busy times parking can be constrained, so plan accordingly.
A complimentary seasonal town shuttle and town transit connections serve the property; there may be a separate airport shuttle service during some seasons. Tamarack Lodge and Resort is not wheelchair accessible, and historic lodge rooms do not have air conditioning or TVs.
- Two parking spaces per reservation included in resort fee
- Limited on-site parking beyond the included spaces
- Seasonal town shuttle serves the property; check schedules seasonally
- Property is not ADA accessible — guests with mobility needs should contact the resort directly
| Transport / parking item | Details |
|---|---|
| Parking | Limited on-site; two spaces per reservation included |
| Town shuttle | Seasonal complimentary service; connects to town transit lines |
| Airport access | Mammoth Yosemite Airport is the closest; separate shuttles may run seasonally |
