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Big Bear Frontier

Property class: 3
3-star beach hotel near The Village

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An outdoor patio area with a grill, picnic tables, and chairs, surrounded by trees and a view of a lake.
A log cabin with a red bridge over a stream, surrounded by pine trees and a clear blue sky.
A lodge entrance with a stone wall, a wooden sign, and tall pine trees.
A hotel room with two beds, a fireplace, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

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40472 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA, 92315
  • Place, Big Bear Marina
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Village
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a fireplace, a painting, a window with curtains, and a lamp.

Signature Cabin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a desk with a chair.

Deluxe Single Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A single-story house with a gabled roof, a front door, and a small porch.

Signature Cabin

  • Partial lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with blinds, and a door.

Premium Cabin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A single-story building with a covered patio area, a wooden fence, and a chimney.

Premium Duplex

  • Partial lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table with a tissue box and remote, a nightstand with lamps, and a door to another room.

Cabin

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A small, single-story building with a red door, a porch with two chairs, and a chimney.

Cabin, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A two-story house with a chimney, a small porch, and a yard with fallen leaves.

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A room with wooden cabinets, a stone fireplace, two beds with red and white bedding, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Big Bear Lake

Mountain retreat .With a stay at this Big Bear Central hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of The Village and 3 miles (5 km) of Snow Summit. Big Bear Lake and Big Bear Marina are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Big Bear Marina - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Village - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Pine Knot Marina - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Big Bear Visitor Center - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Café Crêpe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tropicali - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Oakside - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Grizzly Manor Cafe - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Big Bear Frontier

3-star beach hotel near The Village
As a guest of Big Bear Frontier, you'll find barbecue grills, a vending machine, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. Big Bear Frontier also features a picnic area, coffee/tea in a common area, and a fireplace in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Big Bear Lake hotel.

  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Staff is multilingual
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Big Bear Frontier offers 51 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and safes. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Basketball
  • Books
  • Fishing
  • Games
  • TV in common areas
  • Video library

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite premium channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Fan
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (7:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (7:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Big Bear Frontier
Big Bear Frontier Hotel
Frontier Big Bear
Big Bear Frontier Cabins And Hotel
Big Bear Frontier Cabins Hotel Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Frontier Lake
Big Bear Frontier Lodge
Big Bear Frontier Hotel
Big Bear Frontier Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Frontier Hotel Big Bear Lake

Frequently asked questions

How close is Big Bear Frontier to the airport?

Big Bear Frontier is 37.2 mi (70-min drive) away from the San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Big Bear Frontier have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Big Bear Frontier.

How close is Big Bear Frontier to the beach?

This hotel is 0.9 mi (6-min drive) from Swim Beach.

Does Big Bear Frontier offer free breakfast?

Big Bear Frontier does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Big Bear Frontier?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Big Bear Frontier?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Big Bear Frontier?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Big Bear Frontier have a pool?

Big Bear Frontier does not have a pool.

Does Big Bear Frontier have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Big Bear Frontier to downtown Big Bear Lake?

Big Bear Frontier is 0.4 mi away from Big Bear Lake.

Big Bear Frontier Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 620 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 206 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1004 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were pleasantly surprised on how nice the e property was. We will stay agin next time in Big Bear
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was awesome. I highly recommend staying here. The deck overlooking the lake was so nice and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel part of the property is newly renovated and very clean with a lake view patio with a fire pit . The windows open so you can get the evening breeze. We will be staying there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was very clean room and close to village
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great clean hotel with lake front and awesome staff. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean! Spacious. Easy check in and out. Even though we arrived late they were very helpful. Will be staying here again when we vist Big bear!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a nice room which was right on the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walking distance to restaurants, movie theater and bowling. Family friendly. The pool is being renovated (therefore it’s closed). The staff was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent in their recommendations and taking care of us.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We Love big bear frontier the best . We always book here
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay at the hotel. Everything was clean, comfortable, and relaxing. The staff was friendly, helpful, and made me feel welcome. Thank you for the great service and hospitality. I would gladly stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this place - have stayed almost everywhere up there and keep coming back for the combination of location, comfort, great staff, and price.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfy beds and relaxing ambiance.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A very beautiful place to spend wonderful days with the family. Very clean room and excellent service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location . Nice ,quiet every thing is local, walking distance Place was perfect for my last minute family getaway thank you to the staff ! We will be returning for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great and the staff was very helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
The shower in the room was terrible, The room was clean, The bed was uncomfortable to me.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reminder this is just my experience. Room is very clean. Less than a min from the lake. Very quiet. Great bathroom. WiFi was working. Ample parking. I personally prefer a more stiff mattress but it is what it is. Big Bear Frontier was a great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Great location Nice and calm , dog friendly Great staff and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love it. Clean and really nice service. We all loved the cabin. I’ll always stay there when I vacation again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

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