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SoCal Vacations - Village Inn

2.5 star property
Lodge with free parking, steps from The Village

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Kodiak Bear | In-room dining
American Black Bear | Private kitchen
Polar Bear | Living area
Teddy Bear | Living area
American Black Bear | Extra beds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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546 Pine Knot Ave, Big Bear Lake, CA, 92315
  • Place, The Village
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Bear Visitor Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Bear Marina
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Brown Bear | Living area

Brown Bear

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Oven
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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American Black Bear | Living area

American Black Bear

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Trundle Bed and 1 Queen Futon

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Grizzly Bear

Grizzly Bear

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Oven
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Futon

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Kodiak Bear

Kodiak Bear

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Oven
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Polar Bear | Living area

Polar Bear

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Teddy Bear | Living area

Teddy Bear

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Big Bear Lake

At SoCal Vacations - Village Inn you'll be steps from The Village and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Snow Summit. Highlights at this lodge include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly lodge offers free WiFi in public areas. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Big Bear Central lodge include Big Bear Mountain Resort and Snow Valley Mountain Resort.
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What's nearby

  • The Village - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Big Bear Visitor Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Big Bear Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pine Knot Marina - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Big Bear Marina - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tropicali - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Oakside - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Copper Q - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪572 Social Kitchen and Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Teddy Bear Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

SoCal Vacations - Village Inn

Lodge with free parking, steps from The Village
WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Big Bear Lake lodge is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
SoCal Vacations - Village Inn offers 6 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • 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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
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, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

SoCal Vacations Village Inn
Socal Vacations Village Lodge
SoCal Vacations - Village Inn Lodge
SoCal Vacations - Village Inn Big Bear Lake
SoCal Vacations - Village Inn Lodge Big Bear Lake

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at SoCal Vacations - Village Inn?

SoCal Vacations - Village Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at SoCal Vacations - Village Inn?

Yep, SoCal Vacations - Village Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to SoCal Vacations - Village Inn?

Yep, SoCal Vacations - Village Inn is a short 9-minute walk from Swim Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and water tubing. You can also find motor boats and boat tours.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at SoCal Vacations - Village Inn?

No, SoCal Vacations - Village Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at SoCal Vacations - Village Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

SoCal Vacations - Village Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 216 out of 295 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 295 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 295 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 295 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 295 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Ignacio

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Carpet was wet all day and nite . Was not offered a new room. I was forced to stay and wear shoes though out my stay . Staff did not accommodate for inconvenience stating “you used room” and you pay for stay . Not able to peak to someone in person or phone . All communication was by email. Staff could care less !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Byron

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Older place but Teddy Bear Rm 6 has separate bedroom, full kitchen, watched TV ,Fireplace in living room (while in two person spa👍).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fun Stay

Highly recommend the village in, it’s centrally located in the village where all of the shops and restaurants are. It’s also about a 5 minute walk from the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lillian, Palmdale

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We all loved this place. It's so much fun, and it's close to everything. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zobeida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were surprised to see how spacious , clean, and close to restaurants, shops, and the lake. We enjoy our stay and highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jay

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place is very very dated. For the price I paid for a night I expected better. The bathroom is the smallest I have even been in. If you are looking for some place nice, I wouldn't choose this one! For a cheap price sure but not for 200$+
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that the entrance stepped right out into the Village area. Had Pizza and icecream couple business down. Mexican and BBQ across the street. Parking was right in back of building with great lighting. We stayed in Grizzle and enjoyed our stay. We will definitely stay again. Loved that we got to walk everywhere!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivonne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good location. Staff verify helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN, SAN DIEGO

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place if you want to take advantage of being right in The Village. You can walk out of the building and grab a gelato from the downstairs gelato and tea store right in the building. We ate at the surrounding restaurants, ate gelato and frozen yogurt, checked out the stores and watched a movie at the Village Cinemas. The Village Inn is dated but very clean and everything worked fine including the wifi. Had a full kitchen with full size refrigerator/freezer, microwave, range, plates, silverware, pots/pans, etc. which we didn't use as we ate out. No central a/c but they have a portable inside if you need it. Portable a/c's are loud so cool down your room before you go to sleep or do what I do when traveling which is bring some earplugs. This isn't a "front desk" type of lodging unit but communication is excellent and timely. I received all of the information I needed via text and email. Room access is via a code that they provide when you text a copy of your ID the day of. When you check out, you just drop them a text. Convenient parking in the back of the building parking lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shops were within walking distance from the property, we would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Radwanul

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sondra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is in an excellent location.... right in the heart of the village! It is dated, but they have done a few things to update it like new flooring, fresh paint, new couch, nice bed. It was clean, cool, and comfortable for what we needed! We stayed in #5, Polar Bear.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariana

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay, would recommend :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
everything was grate
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Edgardo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, right next to all the shops and restaurants in the Village area. Kitchen was stocked with all the cooking utensils.
Village town
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janhete

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and the place felt like a mini home rather than just a hotel room. Everything was clean and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for families

I love this location. Its all about covenant locations and parking when it comes to certain stays. And this one is it. Its not a 5star hotel. Its more of a rustic lodge stay. With all the things you need and some. Its clean, friendly service with prompt response
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is a selling point. Right in the heart of the village. It’s a small property but very spacious. It a little outdated but for the size and location, it was great. Comes with a full kitchen, gas fireplace, parking. Perfect for a family with kids as there was bunk bed available. Portable ac in the living room and a fan in the main room. Your a minute or so out your door to the village.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa, Whittier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The check in was the easiest I’ve ever experienced. The staff was very friendly & communicated well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025