BEAR CREEK RESORT, Big Bear Lake

Bear Creek Resort - Mountain-view accommodations with seasonal pool and hot tub near Alpine Slide

Located a 5-minute walk from Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain, this Big Bear Lake hotel features 29 recently remodeled units ranging from hotel rooms to cabins. Bear Creek Resort's accommodations include flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, and private bathrooms with showers. Select units offer fully equipped kitchens with stovetops, refrigerators, and ovens, while others feature fireplaces and private hot tubs. The property maintains a seasonal outdoor pool and communal hot tub, alongside picnic areas and barbecue facilities. Garden furniture and log-style benches adorn the balconies and porches. A dining area that seats 6 people is available in some units. The property sits 14 minutes by foot from Big Bear Marina, with convenient access to Pine Knot Village (1 mile) and Boulder Bay Park (1 mile).

Pros

Multiple room configurations available, from studios to 3-bedroom units

Some units are wheelchair accessible with roll-in showers

Free private parking available onsite

Walking distance to local restaurants including Azteca Grill and Big Bear Mountain Brewery

Cons

Palm Springs International Airport is the nearest major airport

Seasonal pool means limited swimming access during winter months