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Grey Squirrel Resort

2.0 star property
Motel in Big Bear Lake with free parking

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Romantic Studio Suite
Family Cabin | Living area
Family Cabin | Living area
Luxury Cabin

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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39372 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA, 92333
  • Place, Metcalf Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Bear Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Boulder Bay Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Studio

Classic Studio

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Studio

Classic Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon Studio Suite

Honeymoon Studio Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Studio Suite

Romantic Studio Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Cabin

Basic Cabin

Highlights

Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Cabin | Living area

Basic Cabin

Highlights

Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Cabin | Living area

Comfort Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Cabin | Living area

Comfort Cabin

Highlights

Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Cabin | Living area

Luxury Cabin

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Cabin | Living area

Family Cabin

Highlights

Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Family Cabin | Living area

Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Family Cabin | Living area

Family Cabin

Highlights

Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • Resort view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Cabin

Family Cabin

Highlights

Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 King Beds

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Family Cabin

Family Cabin

Highlights

Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 King Beds

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Family Cabin

Family Cabin

Highlights

Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • Resort view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Family Cabin

Family Cabin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Family Cabin

Family Cabin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Grand Cabin

Grand Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 14
  • 7 Queen Beds

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Luxury Cabin

Luxury Cabin

Highlights

Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • Mountain view
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 14
  • 1 King Bed and 6 Queen Beds

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About the area

Big Bear Lake

Grey Squirrel Resort places you steps from Metcalf Bay and within a short 5-minute stroll of Big Bear Lake. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to a playground. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Boulder Bay motel include The Village and Snow Summit.
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What's nearby

  • Metcalf Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Big Bear Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Boulder Bay Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Aspen Glen Picnic Area - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tropicali - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oakside - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Copper Q - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Teddy Bear Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪De La Nonna - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Grey Squirrel Resort

Motel in Big Bear Lake with free parking
Grey Squirrel Resort offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Grey Squirrel Resort also features a picnic area and pool umbrellas. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Big Bear Lake motel.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Grey Squirrel Resort offers 19 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and portable fans. 50-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. This Big Bear Lake motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Fenced pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • No lift
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Paper towels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 85 per pet, per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 40.00 per accommodation, per stay
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool access
  • Hot tub access

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 85 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 30 May and close on 01 October.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Property is also known as

Grey Squirrel Resort Motel
Grey Squirrel Resort Big Bear Lake
Grey Squirrel Resort Motel Big Bear Lake

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Grey Squirrel Resort?

Yep, Grey Squirrel Resort has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 2 spaces per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Grey Squirrel Resort?

The closest beach to Grey Squirrel Resort is Swim Beach (3.6 km).

Does Grey Squirrel Resort have a pool?

Grey Squirrel Resort has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May 30 to October 01).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Grey Squirrel Resort?

No, Grey Squirrel Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Grey Squirrel Resort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Grey Squirrel Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 100 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bradley

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Megan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This property was okay, needs a lot of updates and renovations but the staff was super friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

joshua

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Nice place! Cool and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Claudia

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John M

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here with the kids and grand babies for the weekend. It was our daughters Bday. First time here. We like the place. They had many cabins to choose from, and the property was pretty clean. We did have an issue with our toilet not working, and with 6 of us including 2 grand babies, it was important. Management did what they could, but unfortunately had to move us to a different cabin the next day. This was not their fault, and they did what they could for us. It did not ruin our time, and management made up for it on our next visit, which we will definitely come here again. Close enough to town, clean and reasonable, with some rustic cabins
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

shylo, Lake Elsinore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a peaceful, quiet property. Staff is super friendly and accommodating. We loved it!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Pamela

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our cabin was absolutely filthy - dirty everything, caked in all corners and windows, mold in shower, spider webs, pee smell, mouse droppings in kitchen cabinets. We were the only people there, but were allowed could only have one bath towel (NO washcloths were provided)each at a time, including for use at the pool. Was told to text to exchange our bath towels after pool use. Grounds and facilities unkempt. Grey Squirrel was an extended family destination for reunions since the early 70's, and we last stayed in 2023. We then moved out of state and came back for nostalgia. What a disappointment. Do your loved ones a favor and don't subject them to this place.
Around bathroom toilet
Above kitchen sink
Cabin floor
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a late check-in and Hether was an absolute doll and got to the office super quick. The property itself is beautiful...but just wait until night hits. The soft glow of lights around the property sets an amazing mood. Our cabin (Rustic Romance) was so cozy and inviting. Kichen, utensils, fridge, soap and sponges for dishes...its all there. My one and only gripe is the shower tends to get the floor wet. Other than that, this place has become our escape from city life.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gabriel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed sheets were dirty, and the whole room smelled not very pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was the worst place I have ever stayed at. We had no electricity for almost 2 days. Couldn’t shower couldn’t use the kitchen. Couldn’t use anything. Water was cold in the bathroom. The bed stinks so badly very uncomfortable. I would never ever go back there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gustavo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like it
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here 55 yrs ago. Still in good sjape
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Luis

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is perfect for a long weekend. Has a wood burning fireplace and BBQ. Check-in was super easy and the staff was super nice. Check-out was just as easy. The grounds were kept clean. There is a gas firepit and horseshoes to enjoy and walking distance to Boulder Bay. Definitely will be staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service

Fires & Vacuums & no hot water and no refind

The trip started out fine, but on the first night of three nights, the fire alarms went off and learned that there was a fire in a unoccupied hotel room on the third floor, which flooded most of the hotel after the fire department showed up. They proceeded to use water vacuums to suck up the water and yell at each other at 2 AM to about 4 AM that same evening the next morning we woke up to no hot water which they said should be fixed by the afternoon at 4 PM, there was no hot water and they told us there would be no hot water for the next 10 days and to go get a hotel somewhere else or deal with cold water we asked for a refund for the first night stay and have been fighting with them ever since to get a refund so although the hotel was in a great location, the trip and the customer service or a complete and utter disaster
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Emmanuel

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Caleb

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We recently stayed at the Gray Squirrel Resort. In cabin Rustic Romance, and while the cabin was absolutely beautiful upon arrival, we were extremely disappointed with the cleanliness. As we began bringing in our luggage and settling in, we quickly noticed that the cabin was in an unacceptable state. Upon closer inspection, we discovered dirt, bugs, and even leftover items from previous guests behind nearly every piece of furniture. It was evident that the space had not been thoroughly cleaned. When we went to store our food in the refrigerator, we were shocked to find the sides covered in ants, dirt, and even dead insects. The most unsettling issue, however, was the bed. The bedding was visibly dirty, and when we pulled back the bedspread, we found stains that we could only hope were chocolate. Fortunately, we had brought our own blankets, but this was far from the comfortable and relaxing experience we had anticipated. Instead of being able to unwind, we spent a significant amount of time cleaning everything we planned to use, which was both frustrating and disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Israel

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Fun stay for a larger group. Not much to do on the property outside the cabin's Parks and attractions not far, away. Exiting the property can take some patience cars do pass by fairly quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Zyra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024