Close to The Village, Big Bear Lakefront Lodge provides amenities, such as free on-the-go breakfast and a playground. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Located on a private beach, Big Bear Lakefront Lodge is in Big Bear Central, a neighbourhood in Big Bear Lake. Snow Summit and Big Bear Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Preserve and Big Bear Lake. Bowling Barn and Big Bear Solar Observatory are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with downhill skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snow tubing and sledging. Visit our Big Bear Lake travel guide
Big Bear Lakefront Lodge provides amenities, such as free on-the-go breakfast and a playground. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self-parking
Express check-out, free newspapers and smoke-free property
Outdoor furniture, charcoal grills and a dock
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished and feature comforts, such as fireplaces. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Heating and ceiling fans
Shower/bath combinations, hairdryers and shampoo
TVs with cable channels
Balconies or patios, microwaves and coffee/tea makers
Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Things to do
Playground
Family friendly
In-room microwave
Playground
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Guest services
Housekeeping on request
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Dock
On a lake
On a private beach
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
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Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Entertainment
TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
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Access via exterior corridors
Ceiling fan
Fireplace
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Portable fan
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 10:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 11:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Please note: Guests bringing boats will be charged a USD 30 daily dock fee upon arrival.
Access methods
Staffed front desk, lockbox
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 15 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Alcohol is not served at this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Big Bear Lakefront Lodge pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Big Bear Lakefront Lodge?
As of 21 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Bear Lakefront Lodge on 22 Sept 2026 start from NZ$127, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Big Bear Lakefront Lodge?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Big Bear Lakefront Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 30 (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Big Bear Lakefront Lodge?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 25 (subject to availability).
Where is Big Bear Lakefront Lodge located?
Nestled on the beach, this Big Bear Central motel is within a 15-minute walk of Big Bear Lake and The Village. Snow Summit is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.
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Reviews
Big Bear Lakefront Lodge Reviews
7.2
Good
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The room did not have hot water so a shower was not had in the morning. I let it run for 5 minutes. That's pretty sad. It had a coffee machine but nothing to make coffee. Was i expected to bring my own. No kind of shampoo. Won't stay here again
This was the dirtiest hotel. I've been in a long time. The staff was one guy and he was nowhere to be found. In fact, he downgraded my room but wanted to charge me more. The rooms have no air conditioning, and it was 90 degress in the rooms. I asked to cancel my extra day because my parents were with me. And they were about to have a heat stroke. He said no. They don't do refunds. He was very rude. We didn't have any towels in our room. There is beer bottles and trash all over the patio. And we saw bed bugs and cockroaches. I don't see how I don't get it. Refund this place is horrible
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
thomas
26 Aug 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Overall pretty dirty. They don't clean the rooms well enough. But if you're there to just stay to go skiing or whatever and you don't mind it's no big deal. The TV screen had all kinds of grease on it or something. Definitely needs better cleaning but once they figure that out it's okay
I recommend to book somewhere else. The room was DIRTY. The floors in the bathroom and room had hair, it seemed like they didn’t sweep or mop at all. The sheets also seemed like they weren’t changed as they also had hair on them. The beds were also missing the sheet that goes over the mattress protector. There was a used bandaid (with blood) on the sink. Again it didn't seem like they cleaned. The grass outside was overgrown and did not look like the photos. There was no AC which was unbearable with the heat in the summer.
The "beach front" description is not at all what you think it is. Technically, if there's sand, I guess it's a beach - but it is not a beach you can actually use. It was completely overgrown with weeds& you cannot go in the water. It's too dirty & mirky here even if you could.
This lodge does not have any AC or heating. We stayed in #7. I had to ask for a fan, which they provided but it was an old dusty loud box fan.
The TV had a vertical pixel issue which distorted the screen. The bed is extremely low on a very thin mattress, I literally felt the springs dig into my hips & I had to ask for different pillows because they were just way too flat. Also, this room is by the stairs & you hear every single step. Not enough towels, only 1 washcloth & hand towel, no floor towel.
There is a coffee maker but no coffee.
The "free on the go breakfast" is actually just coffee (no creamer or sweetener provided), granola bars, apples & oatmeal (no hot water provided). I also got triple charged - my purchase through Expedia & also twice by the lodge. I had to go back & ask them for a refund.
The best thing about this place was the dock - the only spot we could actually lay down & watch the stars. We planned on BBQ but there were no acceptable grill tools & the grate itself was disgusting.
The Lodge is withing walking distance to Big Bear Village, convenience stores, restaurants and more. Great service from staff.
The room I reserved was breakfast included. In the morning my wife and I went to see where they were serving the breakfast, and there was no breakfast. All they had was grab and go. It was very disappointed and upsetting because in my reservation breakfast was included. It is scam to advertise this lodge as a breakfast included when is not'
Very old, our room was dirty, hair & lent everywhere. Felt like the floor weren’t mopped at all. Bathroom is extremely outdated. Our front door could barely lock.
No one was there at 9pm for our arrival/check in, when their office hour say they are there until 10pm. No where on Expedia did it have a place to add your animals. They demanded we sent a picture of our credit card to pay the animal deposit and refused to give us the key until we did. Our room smelled musty, there was no AC and my "lake view" room was on the bottom floor and had a great view of the parking lot.... We didn't even unload our car; we left and the fact that won't even refund our credit card the charge for dogs that didn't even step foot in that room is criminal. I would not stay there unless you don't mind musty smell, no view, and no AC in the middle of August...
We didn’t end up staying the whole night. The bathroom badly needs to be updated and the room was hot, muggy, and very uncomfortable. It made it impossible to sleep and we ended up heading home around midnight.
This place is terrible. The pictures do NOT match the property. There is NO playground. There is a dock but it is covered in duck/bird poop and spiderwebs. The water surrounding the dock and beyond looks more like a swamp. The sandy beach area is covered in weeds. Our room was filthy. Bugs killed on walls and ceiling. They ran out of toilet paper so we had to buy our own!!!! There is NO air conditioning even though when I booked it said there was. And of course the week we booked, Bug Bear experienced a heat wave which made this place even more unbearable. I was so upset and of course management was not responsive and front desk refused to provide a refund so we could go elsewhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Brendy
6 Aug 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Room fulfilled basic needs. The room does not have AC however the ceiling fan helped a little. Good for one night.
The lake view is beautiful. The room had no A/C, no screen on the sliding door to help cool the room, thermostat cover missing, bathroom ceiling fan very noisy and cracked, curtains worn, no anti-slip pad
There were no window curtains, and the stairs were right outside the window, so anyone walking there could look inside and see us. I called the manager to change rooms, and he said every room is like that! So he didn’t change our room. Later when I was in the parking lot, I could see the other rooms had window curtains! So did he straight up lie to me??? …. And those rooms were available! Why didn’t he offer to change rooms for us? I have no idea. Also, there was no AC (summer with 90 degree heat) and this was not advertised. So you have to keep the windows open and a fan running, and the exhaust from the parking lot pours in because it is right outside the window... The coffee maker was also filthy and the coffee mugs still had residue on the lip area from the last user. Oh but the lake view is nice