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31 Jul - 2 Aug
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Recommended hotels in Big Bear Lake

Premium Loft, Lake View | Property grounds

Arkouda House

Arkouda House
2.0 star property
Big Bear Central
The price is NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
Arkouda House
Private beach, beach towels, fishing

Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa

Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa
3.5 star property
Lake Arrowhead
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,396 reviews)
"Love this place"
United States
Jenny
The price is NZ$368
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July
Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa
Lake

Bear Creek Resort

Bear Creek Resort
3.5 star property
Big Bear Central
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (867 reviews)
"Everything was well organized and very home like !"
United States
lilly
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Bear Creek Resort
Basic House, Patio, Mountain View | Living area

Elysian Escape

Elysian Escape
2.0 star property
Big Bear City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Very comfortable cabin . Cozy beds and beautiful kitchen. We are truly grateful for the experience. My family loved it ."
United States
Ernest J
The price is NZ$492
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Elysian Escape
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Postcard Cabins Big Bear, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Big Bear, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
2.5 star property
Running Springs
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (78 reviews)
"My stay at the postcard cabin was peaceful and relaxing. It was clean, cozy, and surrounded by beautiful nature. It was perfect getaway, and I would definitely visit again."
United States
Hye
The price is NZ$386
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Postcard Cabins Big Bear, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
House, Partial Lake View | Exterior

Knickerbocker Mansion and Estates

Knickerbocker Mansion and Estates
2.0 star property
Big Bear Central
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"The property is beautiful! The Owners are amazing and so accommodating! The room was great, and beautiful views."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
Knickerbocker Mansion and Estates
Cabin: Pine Hut | Living area

Sleepy Hollow Cabins and Hotel

Sleepy Hollow Cabins and Hotel
2.5 star property
Crestline
7.4 out of 10, Good, (215 reviews)
"Our favorite place to stay in Crestline."
United States
Alexandra
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Sleepy Hollow Cabins and Hotel
Memory-foam beds, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deep Creek

Deep Creek
2.0 star property
Running Springs
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (159 reviews)
"Very clean, easy check in and check out, in a very convenient location"
United States
Brienna
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Deep Creek
Comfort Cabin, Mountain View | Living room

Luxury Studio Escape - Trails & Views

Luxury Studio Escape - Trails & Views
2.0 star property
Sugarloaf
The price is NZ$288
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July
Luxury Studio Escape - Trails & Views
Living area

Mama Bear's Cozy Cabin

Mama Bear's Cozy Cabin
2.0 star property
Sugarloaf
The price is NZ$431
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Mama Bear's Cozy Cabin
Signature Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Mountain View | Living room

Bear Cub Cottage with HotTub & Firepit

Bear Cub Cottage with HotTub & Firepit
3.5 star property
Big Bear City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (22 reviews)
"A really good place to stay for a getaway!"
United States
Mauricio
The price is NZ$550
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Bear Cub Cottage with HotTub & Firepit
Beach/ocean view

Big Bear Lakefront Lodge

Big Bear Lakefront Lodge
2.0 star property
Big Bear Central
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"The staff at the Inn, Jason and Carlos were great/helpful."
United States
Christopher
The price is NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Big Bear Lakefront Lodge
Standard Cabin, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Living area

Bear 'n Tree

Bear 'n Tree
4.5 star property
Big Bear Central
Bear 'n Tree
Property entrance

Snow Lake Lodge

Snow Lake Lodge
3.0 star property
Big Bear Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (543 reviews)
"Very enjoyable stay. Property was very clean, room was spacious. Couldn't have asked for more"
United States
Dale
The price is NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Snow Lake Lodge
Orville's Lodge | Terrace/patio

N+P Boutique Lodge

N+P Boutique Lodge
4.0 star property
Big Bear Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (293 reviews)
"Charming property with great amenities and very comfy beds."
United States
Kashi
The price is NZ$467
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
N+P Boutique Lodge
Exterior

Getaways at Lagonita Lodge

Getaways at Lagonita Lodge
3.5 star property
Big Bear Central
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"A great place to stay."
United States
William
The price is NZ$248
includes taxes & fees
16 July - 17 July
Getaways at Lagonita Lodge
Exterior

Arrowhead Ranch Retreat and Conference

Arrowhead Ranch Retreat and Conference
2.0 star property
Lake Arrowhead
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (87 reviews)
"Great location with really nice cabins. You can easily walk to the lake and the staff was welcoming and responsive. "
United States
Connor
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July
Arrowhead Ranch Retreat and Conference
Exterior detail

The North Shore Inn

The North Shore Inn
3.0 star property
Crestline
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (652 reviews)
"Very clean room's comfotable beds⁶ and kind staff.Ill definitely be staying there next trip to Crestline."
United States
Wendy
The price is NZ$239
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
The North Shore Inn
Property grounds

Saddleback Inn

Saddleback Inn
3.0 star property
Lake Arrowhead
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (986 reviews)
"Very nice people and the room was fine."
United States
Barbara
The price is NZ$300
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July
Saddleback Inn
Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (104)

Giant Oaks Lodge

Giant Oaks Lodge
2.5 star property
Running Springs
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (361 reviews)
"room clean and very quiet "
United States
William
The price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
23 July - 24 July
Giant Oaks Lodge
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Top Big Bear Lake Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Resort The Lodge At Big Bear Lake by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort The Lodge At Big Bear Lake by IHG

8/10 Good
"Everthing was great, excep the AC wasn't working during our stay and it was hot in our room."
Cristina 3-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Holiday Inn Resort The Lodge At Big Bear Lake by IHG

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Big Bear Lake Hostels information

Number of reviews
6,681
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$153
Highest Price
NZ$550

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Big Bear Lake?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for fun things to do. You can enjoy activities like skiing, and the lake views create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in many different forms, but all of them have three main things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social atmosphere and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).
What are the best hostels in Big Bear Lake?
While you're choosing somewhere to stay, take a look at this top Big Bear Lake hostel: ITH Big Bear Lake Mountain Hostel & Lodge - Located within a 10-minute walk of The Village. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free Wi-Fi, as well as free parking. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and coffee/tea makers.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Big Bear Lake?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and December, with an average of 6°C. The snowiest months in Big Bear Lake are February, March, January and May, with each month seeing an average of 25 cm of snowfall.
What is there to see and do in Big Bear Lake?
Generally, Big Bear Lake is known for its skiing, mountain views and snowboarding. Major attractions include The Village. Get out into nature with places such as Pine Knot Park, Meadow Park and Big Bear Lake. Cultural attractions include Community Arts Theater Society and Big Bear Solar Observatory.
What's the best way to get to and around Big Bear Lake while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Big Bear Lake on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.), 21.6 mi (34.7 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT), which is 40.8 mi (65.7 km) away.

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