How Axel worksAxel $190 a night vs $259 on Booking.com at Big Bear Frontier, Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026: $69 a night less (27%). Seen Oct 8.
3-star hotel · 40472 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake
Smoking areas · Smoke-free property · Heating · Television in lobby · Fire Extinguisher · No elevators · Non-smoking rooms · Fridge · Family room · Indoor Fireplace · Cable TV · DVD Player
Hotels in Big Bear LakeA simple lakeside cabin-and-motel property near Big Bear Village
8.0/10
A strong lakeside base, with welcoming staff but noise and renovation trade-offs.
Big Bear Frontier is a simple lakeside cabin-and-motel property, not a full-service resort. It's a strong pick for travelers who want lake access and an easy walk to the Village without fancy-hotel expectations. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise clean accommodations, comfortable beds and friendly staff; Booking.com also scores location and service particularly well. Renovated rooms and cabins are another positive, and the pet-friendly setup suits families bringing dogs.
The main drawback is soundproofing: several guests describe thin walls and intrusive upstairs footsteps in the motel section. Pool renovations and construction were still reported in summer 2026, and the official homepage retains a pool-closure notice, so confirm reopening before booking. The published policies also list a service fee, pet charges and cancellation penalties. We'd skip it for a reliably quiet retreat or a pool-centered vacation.
Axel's opinion, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.
$190 a night with Axel against $259 a night on Booking.com for the same dates and party: $69 a night less (27%).
Deluxe Double room (full double bed) (queen size bed) · refundable
$69/night less than Booking.com (27%)Rate for Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 8
Sign up free to book this rate$167 a night with Axel against $220 a night on Booking.com for the same dates and party: $53 a night less (24%).
Deluxe Double room (full double bed) (queen size bed) · refundable
$53/night less than Booking.com (24%)Rate for Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$218 a night with Axel against $263 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $45 a night less (17%).
Deluxe Double room (full double bed) (queen size bed) · refundable
$45/night less than Expedia (17%)Rate for Nov 24 to Nov 26, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$209 a night with Axel against $282 a night on Booking.com for the same dates and party: $73 a night less (26%).
Deluxe Double room (full double bed) (queen size bed) · refundable
$73/night less than Booking.com (26%)Rate for Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$267 a night with Axel against $317 a night on Booking.com for the same dates and party: $50 a night less (16%).
Deluxe Double room (full double bed) (queen size bed) · refundable
$50/night less than Booking.com (16%)Rate for Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
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Axel $190 a night vs $259 on Booking.com at Big Bear Frontier, Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026: $69 a night less (27%). Seen Oct 8.
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A strong lakeside base, with welcoming staff but noise and renovation trade-offs. A simple lakeside cabin-and-motel property near Big Bear Village, scored for what it is.
Big Bear Frontier is a simple lakeside cabin-and-motel property, not a full-service resort. It's a strong pick for travelers who want lake access and an easy walk to the Village without fancy-hotel expectations. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise clean accommodations, comfortable beds and friendly staff; Booking.com also scores location and service particularly well. Renovated rooms and cabins are another positive, and the pet-friendly setup suits families bringing dogs.
The main drawback is soundproofing: several guests describe thin walls and intrusive upstairs footsteps in the motel section. Pool renovations and construction were still reported in summer 2026, and the official homepage retains a pool-closure notice, so confirm reopening before booking. The published policies also list a service fee, pet charges and cancellation penalties. We'd skip it for a reliably quiet retreat or a pool-centered vacation.
Best for: Families seeking a simple cabin stay; Travelers bringing dogs; Lake access and walkable Village visits
Watch out for: Thin walls and upstairs footsteps in motel rooms; Pool-closure notice and recent construction; Service fee and cancellation penalties
Location: Lakeside grounds within walking distance of Village shops and restaurants.
Rooms: Renovated cabins and motel-style rooms draw praise for comfort; soundproofing is a recurring weakness.
Cleanliness: Generally strong feedback across Expedia, Tripadvisor and Booking.com.
Service: Friendly, helpful front-desk staff are a consistent strength.
Amenities: Lake access, barbecues and free Wi-Fi; confirm pool reopening rather than relying on the amenities list.
Fees and surprises: Published policies list a service fee, pet charges, a deposit and cancellation penalties; construction may affect the stay.
Axel's opinion of Big Bear Frontier, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.
Every stay Axel priced for Big Bear Frontier within the last 7 days. Each rate is per night: the total for the stay shown, as a free account pays it, including any fee the hotel collects at check-in, divided by its nights, beside the public rate seen for the same dates and party, also per night. These are examples, not live inventory: sign up free and Axel checks live rooms and rates for those dates.
| Stay | Axel rate | Public rate | Difference | Seen | Book |
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| Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $190 a night · refundable · Deluxe Double room (full double bed) (queen size bed) | $259 a night on Booking.com | $69 a night less (27%) | Seen Oct 8 | Sign up free to book |
| Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $167 a night · refundable · Deluxe Double room (full double bed) (queen size bed) | $220 a night on Booking.com | $53 a night less (24%) | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book |
| Nov 24 to Nov 26, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $218 a night · refundable · Deluxe Double room (full double bed) (queen size bed) | $263 a night on Expedia | $45 a night less (17%) | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book |
| Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $209 a night · refundable · Deluxe Double room (full double bed) (queen size bed) | $282 a night on Booking.com | $73 a night less (26%) | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book |
| Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $267 a night · refundable · Deluxe Double room (full double bed) (queen size bed) | $317 a night on Booking.com | $50 a night less (16%) | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book |
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