Hotels near Big Bear Alpine Zoo in Big Bear Lake

My first time to Big Bear Lake. Lagonita Lodge was a good value. I would stay here again. It sits right on the lake. I didn't get a lakeview unit, but you can easily sit on benches in areas provided to get your lake view. It is a typical timeshare type of resort. Mine was a one bedroom with a hide a bed sofa in the living area. Full kitchen with microwave and stove, full sized refrigerator, dishwasher, fully stocked with dishes , silverware, and cooking gear. There did not appear to be air conditioning in my unit, but there was a heater and it worked. In September it gets cool at night. Around 44 degrees. There is an activity schedule of things to do at Lagonita Lodge. I went to the pancake breakfast, ice cream social, continental breakfast, and the lake cruise. Most of these have an extra charge, but it is very reasonably priced. Boat cruise $10 for example. You can fish right off the shore or their dock. Fishing license requited. There is an indoor swimming pool. Outside Jacuzzi, and exercise room. There is much to do in the area. LL is located very near ”The Village” which has many restaurants and quaint shops. I also rode the Mine Shaft Coaster, rented a bicycle and rode the North Shore Bike Path. A 3 hour zipline tour is located nearby. LL rents kayaks, stand up paddle boards, and even a pontoon boat. Their front desk is open 24 hours. Check in time is 5 p.m. And checkout on Friday through Sunday is 10 a.m. Checkout on other days is noon. They have two Internets - the basic which is free, and a higher bandwidth Internet for streaming, etc. that costs extra. My Verizon 4g on my smartphone worked great here, so I just used that. The rooms are a little dated which I have found is typical of a timeshare resort. My room had some door jams that had been jammed and needed some paint. The icemaker in the fridge worked great. There were 2 TVs. One in the living room and one in the bedroom. There was a DVD player. Mine didn't work, but I called and they sent someone up quickly to replace it. They rent DVDs for $2, and there is Redbox in Vons and Stater Brothers. The location is towards the very west end of town. The main grocery shopping centers are on the very other end of town. It is about 10 minutes to get to the other end. Because it was September, the town was not crowded except on weekends. So that part was soooo nice. I am used to Lake Tahoe and this is a much smaller lake and town. I do recommend this resort and would certainly stay here again. If you haven't been to Big Bear Lake, I recommend that you watch some YouTube videos about what to do in Big Bear. There are many with great ideas you will find. My pictures of deferred maintenance are why I did not give Lagonita a 5 rating.

With a stay at Home2 Suites By Hilton Big Bear Lake in Big Bear Lake, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of The Village and Snow Summit. This hotel is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Bear Mountain and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Eagle Point.Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a fitness center.Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 62 air-conditioned guestrooms.

With a stay at SoCal Vacations - Village Inn in Big Bear Lake, you'll be on the Strip, steps from The Village and a 4-minute drive from Snow Summit. This lodge is 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Bear Mountain and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Pine Knot Marina.This smoke-free lodge features snowboarding nearby, ski rentals nearby, and boat tours nearby. Recreational activities include rock climbing nearby, ziplining nearby, and snorkeling nearby.The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 6 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Kitchens are outfitted with refrigerators, ovens, and stovetops. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers.

With a stay at N + P in Big Bear Lake, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of The Village and Snow Summit. This lodge is 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Bear Mountain and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Meadow Park.Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and gas grills.Free self parking is available onsite.Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 8 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring fireplaces. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and microwaves.

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When you stay at Sessions Retreat & Hotel in Big Bear Lake, you'll be near ski lifts, within a 5-minute drive of The Village and Snow Summit. This hotel is 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Bear Mountain and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Eagle Point.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional features at this hotel include an arcade/game room, wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby.Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 27 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Located in Running Springs, Giant Oaks Lodge is in the mountains, within a 10-minute drive of SkyPark at Santa's Village and Snow Valley. This motel is 18.1 mi (29.1 km) from Yaamava' Resort & Casino and 16.5 mi (26.6 km) from The Village.Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a spa tub. This motel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 13 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Flat-screen televisions with premium TV channels are provided, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include ceiling fans, as well as phones with free local calls.

With a stay at Blue Horizon Lodge in Big Bear Lake, you'll be a 3-minute drive from The Village and 7 minutes from Snow Summit. This hotel is 6.8 mi (11 km) from Bear Mountain and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Metcalf Bay.Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 10 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and ovens. 32-inch flat-screen televisions with Netflix provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

When you stay at Gold Mountain Manor Bed and Breakfast in Big Bear City, you'll be in a national park, within a 10-minute drive of Snow Summit and The Village. This upscale bed & breakfast is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Bear Mountain and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Community Arts Theater Society.Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This bed & breakfast also features wedding services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM.Featured amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 7 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and LED televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided once per stay.

We arrived on Friday afternoon. The place was beautiful and nostalgic. We checked in and the room was nice... we left and returned that evening to find out that we had no heat. I asked why the Forster heating wasn’t working because it was 41degrees, All I git was a blanket and a floor heater. The maintenance guy stated”Itsnot just a switch I can turn on and I don’t know what to do. My wife had major surgery years ago and her spleen was taken. Therefore she gets cold easy. So we cuddled up and for the next few hours, there were people upstairs running back and forth shaking the entire floor. I called the front desk many times up to 3am to get these people to stop with no avail.. We stayed one night and with no sleep, I was so frustrated that when we checked out, I wanted to be compensated for my room. I was told that they couldn’t do anything because I booked the room through you guys.. Amazing