Big Bear Lake, CA

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Where to stay in Big Bear Lake

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Moonridge

Skiing and mountain views are notable features of Moonridge. You might consider a stop by Big Bear Mountain Resort while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Moonridge
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Big Bear Central

If you're spending some time in Big Bear Central, Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain and Big Bear Marina are top sights worth seeing.

Big Bear Central
Sunset overlooking Big Bear Lake #trovember

Boulder Bay

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Boulder Bay, Big Bear Lake and Metcalf Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Boulder Bay
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The Village

While visiting The Village, you might make a stop by sights like The Village and Pine Knot Marina.

The Village
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Upper Moonridge

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Upper Moonridge, Big Bear Mountain Resort and Chair 7 are top sights worth seeing.

Upper Moonridge
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Fox Farm

5/5(3 area reviews)

When in Fox Farm, you can plan a visit to Lakeview Shopping Center and Interlaken Shopping Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Fox Farm
Chateau Big Bear Boutique Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Chateau Big Bear Boutique Hotel, BW Signature Collection
3.5 out of 5
42200 Moon Ridge Rd, Big Bear Lake, CA
The price is NT$3,256 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
NT$3,256
NT$3,679 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star ski hotel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"good"

Reviewed on 2025/6/30

Chateau Big Bear Boutique Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Big Bear Frontier
Big Bear Frontier
3 out of 5
40472 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA
The price is NT$3,196 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
NT$3,196
NT$3,797 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Pros: quite, safe, beautiful, friendly and hospitable check in/out. Gas grills amazing. Cons: ant infestation, nowhere to hang clothes, no room service or fresh towels despite staying there for 3 night (with proper sign displayed) but there was no one to be seen. I guess its by phone request only? ..."

Reviewed on 2025/6/25

Big Bear Frontier
Lagonita Lodge
Lagonita Lodge
3 out of 5
183 Lagonita Ln, Big Bear Lake, CA
The price is NT$3,792 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
NT$3,792
NT$4,284 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,779 reviews)
"The hotel was on the lake and had a fantastic view. We booked kayaking at the hotel had a great time. The hotel was well-maintained and 1 mile from the village. My only complain was that I could hear the kids upstairs running at night and in the morning when we were trying to sleep. I"

Reviewed on 2025/6/18

Lagonita Lodge
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Lagonita Lodge
Lagonita Lodge
3 out of 5
183 Lagonita Ln, Big Bear Lake, CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,779 reviews)
"The hotel was on the lake and had a fantastic view. We booked kayaking at the hotel had a great time. The hotel was well-maintained and 1 mile from the village. My only complain was that I could hear the kids upstairs running at night and in the morning when we were trying to sleep. I"

Reviewed on 2025/6/18

Lagonita Lodge
Snow Lake Lodge
Snow Lake Lodge
3 out of 5
41579 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the bathrooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (446 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly but the staff should do a better job cleaning the rooms."

Reviewed on 2025/6/23

Snow Lake Lodge
Fox Bear Cottages Big Bear
Fox Bear Cottages Big Bear
3 out of 5
40105 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions The Village and Snow Summit are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (56 reviews)
"Private, bìg friendy staff"

Reviewed on 2025/6/24

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Popular places to visit

Snow Summit

Snow Summit

4.5/5(761 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Big Bear Lake with a visit to Snow Summit. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Snow Summit
Big Bear Alpine Zoo

Big Bear Alpine Zoo

4.5/5(18 reviews)

Why not meet the animals who call Big Bear Alpine Zoo home during your trip to Big Bear Lake? Amble around this quaint area's lakeside, or seek out the ski slopes.

Big Bear Alpine Zoo
IMHO the most epic view for a modest hike in all of SoCal. 30 minutes of hard work and you get the most amazing panoramic view of Big Bear above all the surrounding tree tops. Tip - this is a really popular hike so to avoid the crowds go on a weekday or early morning before most people have gotten up. #AdventurePacked #TroverTips

Castle Rock Trail

4/5(16 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Castle Rock Trail and popular activities like skiing in Big Bear Lake. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Castle Rock Trail

The Village

You can search for that perfect souvenir at The Village during your visit to Big Bear Lake.

The Village

Big Bear Marina

4/5(260 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Big Bear Marina and enjoy activities such as skiing in Big Bear Lake. Wander the lakeside and lush forest in this quaint area.

Big Bear Marina

Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain

4/5(121 reviews)

You can enjoy the entertainment at Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain during your travels to Big Bear Lake. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain

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