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Sessions Retreat & Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near The Village

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Exterior
Bar (on property)
Property amenity
Coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov

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41421 Big Bear Boulevard, Big Bear Lake, CA, 92315
  • Place, Snow Summit
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, The Village
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Bear Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Single Room

Comfort Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Room

Traditional Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Dishwasher
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Cabin | Living area

Deluxe Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchen
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
Individually furnished
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Kitchen
Microwave
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Futon

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Fireplace
Individually furnished
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Kitchen
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Dishwasher
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
Individually furnished
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Comfort Triple Room

Comfort Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Individually furnished
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

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Superior Cabin | Living area

Superior Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Deck/patio
Fireplace
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Private bathroom (not in room)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the area

Big Bear Lake

At Sessions Retreat & Hotel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like The Village and Snow Summit. Highlights at this hotel include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The Flatlander is the hotel's own bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Big Bear Lake hotel include Eagle Point and Meadow Park.

What's nearby

  • Snow Summit - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • The Village - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Big Bear Visitor Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Big Bear Marina - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪572 Social Kitchen and Lounge - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Grizzly Manor Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sessions Retreat & Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near The Village
Sessions Retreat & Hotel offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, an arcade/games room, and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Sessions Retreat & Hotel also features concierge services and a fireplace in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Big Bear Lake hotel is smoke free.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Sessions Retreat & Hotel offers 27 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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 self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • The Flatlander

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Fenced pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats 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 25 per accommodation, 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include 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 and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 15 June and close on 07 September.

Property is also known as

Wolf Creek Big Bear Lake
Wolf Creek Resort Big Bear Lake
Wolf Creek Big Bear Lake
Wolf Creek Resort Big Bear Lake
Wolf Creek Resort Hotel
Wolf Creek Resort Hotel Big Bear Lake
Wolf Creek Resort
Sessions Retreat Hotel
Sessions Retreat & Hotel Hotel
Sessions Retreat & Hotel Big Bear Lake
Sessions Retreat & Hotel Hotel Big Bear Lake

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sessions Retreat & Hotel?

Sessions Retreat & Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sessions Retreat & Hotel?

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sessions Retreat & Hotel on 25 Nov 2025 start from NZ$160.90, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Sessions Retreat & Hotel?

Yep, Sessions Retreat & Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Sessions Retreat & Hotel?

Yep, Sessions Retreat & Hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Swim Beach.

Does Sessions Retreat & Hotel have a pool?

Sessions Retreat & Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from June 15 to September 07.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sessions Retreat & Hotel?

No, Sessions Retreat & Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sessions Retreat & Hotel?

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

Sessions Retreat & Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 486 out of 664 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 664 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 664 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 664 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 664 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

carmen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and kind staff , very nice place too
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a bad experience at Cathy's Cottages with mice in my room so I moved here. Jacky at the front desk was so sweet and welcoming and the property is well maintained and very comfortable. I also liked that they did not charge more for weekend nights like all the other hotels in Big Bear. Next time I am in town, this is definitely where I am staying. Highly recommended. A+
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yasheka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

NO AC!!!!

No AC!!! That about sums it up. For locals who are accustomed to having No AC and aware of this fact, that may be fine. However, if you're driving from out of town and expect a nice, cool room when you check into your hotel, do not stay here! When asked about this, I was told, " Oh we don't advertise if we have AC or not, Sorry". I find that practice highly unacceptable. If I had known, I would have never booked the reservation, particularly since I have certain health issues. My husband and I literally were in the room less than 5 minutes before we had to find other accommodations. And guess what, the Hampton/Hilton down the street had AC. I would definitely not recommend stating here during the summer. The winter may be fine as apparently they have heat, but no AC!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have been to Big Bear many times and this stay was the best. Very unique property nice cleanly rooms and very quiet even though it sits on the Big Bear Blvd. Cold plunge, sauna, horseshoes, bean bag toss and a pool. Close proximity to the village for dinner and close to both ski resorts. Will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big Bear generally has some low-end rustic (meaning rundown) dated properties. Sessions breaks that mold. My room was updated to be more modern. Felt more spacious and was decorated in a really cool manner. Think Austin Powers! The staff was terrific and the facilities were really nice. There was a really nice clean pool and there's a nice hangout area with fire pits. I would say sessions is the best place in Big Bear I've stayed at yet by far.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, inside and out. Everything you need. I plan on returning. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liad, west hills

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay and actually extended for another day . Conveniently located on the main road , very quiet retreat . Room was clean . Easy to access the room , friendly stuff . Highly recommended ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

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

Just overnight, but very comfortable.

We had a wonderful one night stay. The staff were super friendly and made us feel welcomed. The room was very clean and comfortable. Check in and out was easy and quick. Thanks for a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property is very eclectic. Close to Big Bear Village. Lots of area to relax
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After-hours check-in was convenient and easy, the location central to Big Bear, and the room comfortable and well-furnished.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dwight

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

Basic rooms, really cool property/shared spaces

Property was good, had a porch, firepits, on site restaurant. Bed was comfortable, shower was good. Shared spaces with couches, pool table, tv and full kitchen was nice. Easy parking, 7/11 and McDonalds across the street. No A/C control in unit, if room near street, can hear traffic pretty clearly. About 3-5 min drive from the Village restaurants/bars
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Albert

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tiny room, bed occupies 80% of the room (size wasn't mentioned on Expedia), no elevator, lots of steps to go to 2nd level, TV didn't work (manager agreed that we move to a 1st level similar room), closet totally dark, no coffee machine. My wife and I were even debating the idea of traveling back home that evening instead of spending the night in that place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Keki

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing & chill community…exactly what we needed to get away. Dog-friendly, had everything to enjoy the cabin & the clubhouse was a bonus. Bed was very comfortable, nice BBQ area, enjoyed s’mores at the fire pits. Thanks to the staff for being kind & creating a cool getaway! We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean rooms. Love the communal kitchen, eating areas, and activities (billiards, pickleball, tether ball, basketball hoop, and pool). Dog friendly too!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Homaira

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an absolutely wonderful stay here. Everything was excellent from start to finish. The staff were incredibly kind, attentive, and genuinely went out of their way to make sure all our needs were met. The service felt personal and thoughtful, which made our visit so comfortable and enjoyable. I would definitely come back again and highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

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

City style Meets Mountain Life

This hotel is our new favorite spot! It's the low key vibes of adult summer camp, but with all the style and comfort of a NYC four-star hotel! Beautiful, photogenic rooms; sensitive eye for detail in all the decor; and fun nooks and finds around the property, from tether ball, to pickle ball, to a pool, to hanging hammocks, and a beautiful mini hike. I'd recommend this to any couple, single, or family looking for a retreat in the forest that offers that perfect balance between city comfort, and outdoorsy fun. Impressed enough to write my first review on here!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

IGNACIO

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
THERE WAS PLENTY TO DO AND SEE WE LIKED THE SWIMMING POOL, THE HORSESHOE PITS THE CORN HOLE PATIO. THE LODGE WITH POOL TABLE AND LOUNGE TO SIT AND WATCH TV. EVERYTHING GREAT THANK YOU.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the eclectic nature of the room and its location near downtown Big Bear Lake. The staff were helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rumen, Las Vegas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Property !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaiah

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

8/10 Good

Shelley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really loved our stay at Sessions and will definitely be back because our room was fun and they are very doggy friendly. We were also pleasantly surprised when the owners made us burgers on the house. The only reason I didn't give them five stars is because they had a large wedding party during our stay. Because of that it was tough to get the staff's attention when we needed help and the office was often closed or unattended. Even with that we loved their vibe and the staff couldn't have been nicer when they were available. Definitely want to give them another shot when things aren't so crazy for them.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025