Weddings at Wawona Hotel: Sunroom, lawn and logistics
The Wawona Hotel can host weddings using its indoor Sunroom (up to 80 guests) and an adjacent outdoor wedding lawn (also up to 80 guests). Note: the hotel is currently closed for a National Park Service condition assessment—check official reopening updates before planning a wedding.
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The Sunroom: indoor reception space
The Sunroom is the Wawona Hotel’s signature indoor reception venue, described as a Victorian-era room with three walls of French doors opening onto the Veranda.
Published capacity for the Sunroom is up to 80 guests; the event space is listed at up to about 1,000 square feet in some venue summaries.
Complimentary wireless internet is available in the Sun Room (note: Wi‑Fi does not extend into guestrooms).
- Indoor capacity: up to 80 guests
- Three walls of French doors to the Veranda
- In-house catering is available for Sunroom events (see Catering section)
Wedding lawn and outdoor ceremonies
The hotel’s manicured lawn serves as the primary outdoor ceremony site; outdoor-only ceremonies are published with a maximum of 80 guests.
The lawn looks across wildflower meadows toward the property’s historic nine-hole golf course, giving a clear outdoor backdrop for photos and ceremonies.
Because the property lies inside Yosemite National Park, weather and seasonal closures can affect outdoor plans—have a backup indoor plan in the Sunroom.
- Outdoor ceremony capacity: up to 80 guests
- Close views of the Wawona Golf Course and meadows
- Bring weather contingencies—October–April conditions can be variable
Guest rooms and on-site lodging logistics
Wawona Hotel historically offers 104 guestrooms across six Victorian buildings; room types include both private-bath and shared-bath configurations.
When you book wedding room blocks, confirm which specific buildings and bathroom types are assigned—some rooms are central-bath, some private-bath.
The property’s published single room name is: Room (; beds: 1 Queen Bed). Guestrooms typically do not include TVs or telephones, preserving the historic character.
- Total guestrooms: 104 across six buildings (mix of private and shared baths)
- Room name listed on property materials: Room (; beds: 1 Queen Bed)
- Wi‑Fi: available in Sun Room and Golf Shop only, not reliably in guest rooms
Catering, dining and bar for weddings
The Wawona Hotel offers on-site dining in the Wawona Hotel Dining Room and provides in-house catering for events held at the Sunroom and lawn.
The dining room historically serves breakfast, lunch and dinner for a surcharge; menus have featured American comfort classics in Victorian surroundings.
The hotel also operates a Lounge/piano bar area and has historically served drinks on the sun deck; confirm current beverage-service policies and licensing when you contract catering.
- In-house catering is available for weddings held on property
- Dining Room is the hotel’s main on-site restaurant (seasonal operation)
- Bar/lounge (piano bar) service has been offered seasonally—confirm hours and availability
Accessibility, rules and property policies
The dining room, lobby and restrooms are wheelchair accessible and designated accessible parking is on the north side of the hotel; the property has no elevator service.
Pets are not permitted at the Wawona Hotel except for service animals meeting ADA Title III requirements—plan accordingly for wedding guests.
The hotel is a smoke-free property. As with any historic park lodging, check specific accessibility needs (stairs and multi-building layout) before finalizing guest arrangements.
- Accessible areas: dining room, lobby, restrooms; no elevator service
- Pet policy: no pets allowed except ADA service animals
- Smoking: smoke-free property
Booking status, timing and practical checklist
Important: the Wawona Hotel has been closed since December 2, 2024 for a National Park Service condition assessment and is not accepting reservations. Confirm reopening and venue availability on official park or concessionaire pages before making any deposits or plans.
If the venue is open when you plan, allow extra time for Yosemite travel logistics (seasonal road conditions, YARTS bus schedules) and for arranging any necessary permits or park coordination.
For on-the-day logistics, the property provides free self parking on site; there is no verified airport shuttle service from the hotel.
- Current status: CLOSED since Dec 2, 2024 for condition assessment—verify reopening
- On-site parking: free self/guest parking
- No hotel airport shuttle confirmed; YARTS bus serves Wawona area seasonally
| Checklist item | Action |
|---|---|
| Confirm property status | Check official concessioner/NPS webpages before booking |
| Reserve Sunroom/lawn | Confirm capacity (80 max) and catering availability |
| Plan transport | Arrange cars or check YARTS seasonal schedules |
