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Big Bear Frontier

3.0 star property
Family ski hotel with outdoor pool

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Signature Cabin | Private kitchen
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace
Lobby sitting area
BBQ/picnic area
Experience Big Bear's mountain charm at Big Bear Frontier. Located near The Village, this hotel offers a relaxing retreat with an arcade/game room, fireplace in the lobby, and spa tub. Enjoy a private beach day or try your hand at fishing while staying connected with free WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Hot tub
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
BBQ/picnic area

On the beach

This hotel has a private beach. Listen to the sound of the waves while taking a stroll on the sandy beach. An on-site activity you may enjoy during your visit is fishing. Notable activities close by include jet skiing and water skiing.

Room options

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Premium Duplex

Premium Duplex

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Cabin, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Cabin, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Signature Cabin

Signature Cabin

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Single Room

Deluxe Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Cabin

Premium Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the area

Located in Big Bear Central, a neighbourhood in Big Bear Lake, Big Bear Frontier is in the mountains and on a private beach. Big Bear Solar Observatory and Sand to Snow National Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Preserve and Big Bear Lake. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowshoeing and sledging.
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40472 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA, 92315

What's nearby

  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Big Bear Marina - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Village - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Big Bear Visitor Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Snow Summit - 5 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min walk
  • Grizzly Manor Cafe
  • ‪Teddy Bear Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Saucy Mama's - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Big Bear Frontier

Family-friendly hotel near The Village
Big Bear Frontier provides amenities, such as a fireplace in reception and a hot tub. With amenities such as a private beach and fishing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Multilingual staff, coffee/tea in reception and barbecues
  • Ping pong, a TV in reception and games
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 51 rooms feature comforts such as fireplaces, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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 - 10:30 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from July 17 2025 to August 7 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool
The property will be renovating from 29 April 2025 to 30 September 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Selected guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 11 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 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM

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

Does Big Bear Frontier have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The swimming pool will be unavailable from July 17 2025 until August 7 2025 (dates subject to change).

How much does it cost to stay at Big Bear Frontier?

As of 1 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Bear Frontier on 7 Sept 2025 start from AU$132.45, 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.

Is Big Bear Frontier pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Big Bear Frontier?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Big Bear Frontier?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Big Bear Frontier?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Big Bear Frontier located?

Nestled on the beach, this Big Bear Central hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Big Bear Lake and The Village. Big Bear Marina and Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain are also within 10 minutes.

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Big Bear Frontier Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 585 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 223 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1010 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heydi Donis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable rooms. Locate just a short distance from the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yareli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for 2 nights :) it was clean, and close by the village parking was great wifi worked well, the view absolutely beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Amenities
I will stay again, my 2nd time
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MATT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room location very convenient. Staff, lobby and room exceptional. Spacious room with microwave, coffee maker and refrigerator.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chasity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
perfect getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service. Great place. The only problem was the wifi going in and out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with friendly and helpful staff with many restaurants and activities within walking distance. Will likely book again next time we stay in Big Bear.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has an outdoor BBQ areas and a fire fit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Clean and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic experience Especially liked being right next to the lake! I can highly recommend Big Bear Frontier, great property & great value! Robby W. Huntington Beach, Ca.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed a 3 day family getaway and returned home today. There were many updates to the property and it was quiet around us. The lake was very close, we used the gas bar b q and firepit and picnic table with pretty view of the lake. Ty we will return
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaylan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute and right by the lake! Rooms were very clean and staff cleaned daily. Games and towels available in the check in center. The pool was warm and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs. Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big bear was quiet, safe and beautiful. We brought our dog and she loved it as well.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

TIANBING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are kind
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely come back. Great location, super clean unit and the picnic area with lake view is pristine. Thumbs up!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location- nice rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The updated cabins are nice and comfortable. Staff if really nice and welcoming. Feels like a little home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great from check in and throughout our stay. The amenities, pool, ping pong, corn hole, barbecue, and fire pit. Number one is pet friendly truelly pet friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Expedia stated that there was a pool table and arcade and that wasn’t accurate. It also stated that there was an onsite beach which was also inaccurate.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025