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.
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
Oakside - 8 min walk
Tropicali - 11 min walk
Jack in the Box - 9 min walk
572 Social Kitchen and Lounge - 12 min walk
Whiskey Dave's - 8 min walk
About this property
Big Bear Frontier
Located within a 10-minute walk of The Village, Big Bear Frontier puts you near winter activities like downhill skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. The hot tub makes for a relaxing end to a day on the slopes, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are great perks. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Snow Summit. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
51 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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 - 10:30 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Fence around the pool
What to do
On a private beach
Basketball
Table tennis
Fishing
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Water skiing nearby
Segway rentals/tours nearby
Ziplining nearby
Sledding nearby
Services
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Picnic area
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
Hot tub
Video library
Ski
Downhill skiing nearby
Snow tubing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Snowshoeing nearby
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Heating
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Fireplace
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Paper towels
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100 per stay
Renovations and closures
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from September 3 2025 to October 31 2025 (dates subject to change):
Hot tub
Swimming pool
The property will be renovating from April 29 2025 to September 30 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
Select guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Big Bear Frontier does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Big Bear Frontier?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The pool will be unavailable from September 3 2025 to October 31 2025 (dates subject to change).
Are pets allowed at Big Bear Frontier?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Big Bear Frontier?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Big Bear Frontier?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Big Bear Frontier and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Additional recreation onsite includes basketball. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Big Bear Frontier also has a private beach and a picnic area.
What's the area around Big Bear Frontier like?
Big Bear Frontier is a short 7-minute walk from The Village and 5 minutes' walk from Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain. Travelers say the area is walkable and ideal for skiing.
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Reviews
Big Bear Frontier Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.8
Cleanliness
10
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.6
Eco-friendliness
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
The hot tub was consistently described as clean and wonderful, with many guests enjoying its heated and relaxing experience. (11 reviews)
The property offers convenient and well-thought-out amenities for pet owners, with a pet-friendly environment and convenient location. (6 reviews)
The hot tub and pool were great, clean, and a wonderful place to relax. (6 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2025
We had a great stay at Big Bear Frontier. The room was very clean and comfortable, parking was easy, and we were only steps away from the lake.
Kim-An
Kim-An, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2025
Great stay
Loved our stay here. We had a unit that faced the lake and we beought our furbaby, which made our 30th wedding anniversary perfect!!
George
George, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2025
Great stay!
Our stay was amazing!! Service was great no issues checking and the cabin was very comfortable!!
Edward
Edward, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 1, 2025
Loved the cabin, the mattress was very uncomfortable!
Courtney
Courtney, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Sep 9, 2025
Room was spacious, had everythung
Robin
Robin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Awesome place to stay
Rodney
Rodney, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2025
Amazing place
Jorge
Jorge, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2025
Great get away.
We stayed in the hotel part of the location. (They have cabins also). The hotel secrion is right next to the lake. There is a dock to walk out on and take your paddle board out from.
2 blocks from the Village. Very nice hotel would stay there again.
christopher
christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2025
Great location
Beds were comfortable and room was spacious. Right on the lake. Walking distance to Village, restaurants and entertainment .
Marva
Marva, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 1, 2025
Gorgeous view of the lake right outside our door! This stay was mostly great. You can hear the people next door as if they were in your room, and you can really hear every footstep and movement from the people staying above you. If you’re a light sleeper, you’ll have a difficult time with this - it was a bit much for us and we are heavier sleepers. I assume this is why the staff leave earplugs in the room when you check in. Besides that though, everything else was perfect :) beautiful views, beautiful property, really great service
Antonio
Antonio, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2025
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.
Chelsea
Chelsea, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 23, 2025
Beautiful property. Clean and great location!
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2025
It was good got checked in quickly and was such a great stay. I hope I’m able to book soon again and be able to get a cabin with them :)
Ramiro Gonzalez
Ramiro Gonzalez, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2025
View
I took my daughter and her cousin away for the weekend.I meant to book a cabin but ended up booking a standard double bed.I was bummed out at first but when I got to the property it worked out in our favor the hotel is closer to the lake with better view boat rentals and amusement park is close by
Ryahanna
Ryahanna, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 6, 2025
All the amenities are worth it!
Absolutely would have given 5 stars but our cabin was near a busy road. Loved the private beach for bird watching, relaxing and yoga on the dock. The pool was heated and absolutely perfect.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2025
Big bear was quiet, safe and beautiful. We brought our dog and she loved it as well.
Mrs. Kelly
Mrs. Kelly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2025
Excellent Stay
We were greeted by a kind gentleman upon arrival. Our room was very clean and well appointed with a microwave, mini fridge and coffee maker. The electric fireplace was a nice touch! Our beds were comfy. The location is central to all Big Bear has to offer. Overall our stay was excellent. We can hardly wait to visit again.
Brittany
Brittany, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2025
Great location- nice rooms
Dawn
Dawn, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 17, 2025
No TV
No heater beds are not comfortable
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2025
Staff are kind
TIANBING
TIANBING, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
The updated cabins are nice and comfortable. Staff if really nice and welcoming. Feels like a little home away from home.
Xavier
Xavier, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2025
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
curtis
curtis, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Very clean and well maintained.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2025
We had a patio facing the lake
Kristie
Kristie, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2025
Nice cozy place
Nice clean room with wood floors, I brought my dog along, and it was comfy for both of us. Fridge, microwave, coffee maker. Cute fake fireplace too, for ambiance. Right near a “beach” on the lake which was nice, but a bit rocky and lake water was a bit gross looking there.