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Axel’s take

A strong lakeside base, with welcoming staff but noise and renovation trade-offs.

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Axel’s rating: 8.0/10 · A simple lakeside cabin-and-motel property near Big Bear Village

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.

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, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.

The location

40472 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake

Lakeside grounds within walking distance of Village shops and restaurants.

Amenities and check-in

Lake access, barbecues and free Wi-Fi; confirm pool reopening rather than relying on the amenities list.

Check-in

after 4:00 PM

Check-out

before 11:00 AM

  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Self parking (free)
  • Local shuttle
  • Pet-friendly (extra charge)
  • Dogs allowed
Additional hotel policies
  • Hotel policies: Extra bed: $15 per guest per night; Deposit: $100 per room per stay; Pets: $25 per guest per stay
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Big Bear Frontier: from $137 for Nov 13–14, 2026, 2 adults (1 night)

From $137 total for Nov 13–14, 2026, 2 adults at Big Bear Frontier on Axel (1 night), checked Nov 1, 2026.

Big Bear Frontier is a simple lakeside cabin-and-motel property near Big Bear Village in Big Bear Lake, United States.

Address: 40472 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake. Property ID: 1353598. Canonical property page: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/big-bear-lake/big-bear-frontier-1353598

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/big-bear-lake/big-bear-frontier-1353598/2026-11-13/2-adults

Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com

Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.

StayAxel totalExpedia or Booking.comDifferenceSeenLinks
Jan 1 to Jan 3, 2027 · 2 nights$274$646 on Expedia$372 less (58%)Nov 2Select · Share this stay · Check guest price
Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights$274$475 on Expedia$201 less (42%)Nov 2Select · Share this stay · Check guest price
Dec 15 to Dec 17, 2026 · 2 nights$251$309 on Expedia$58 less (19%)Nov 2Select · Share this stay · Check guest price

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1 night

Total price: $137 USD

2026-11-13 to 2026-11-14 · 1 night · 2 adults · 1 room.

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2 nights

Total price: $324 USD

2026-11-13 to 2026-11-15 · 2 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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3 nights

Total price: $421 USD

2026-11-13 to 2026-11-16 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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4 nights

Total price: $518 USD

2026-11-13 to 2026-11-17 · 4 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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5 nights

Total price: $614 USD

2026-11-13 to 2026-11-18 · 5 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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6 nights

Total price: $720 USD

2026-11-13 to 2026-11-19 · 6 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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7 nights

Total price: $828 USD

2026-11-13 to 2026-11-20 · 7 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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8 nights

Total price: $964 USD

2026-11-13 to 2026-11-21 · 8 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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9 nights

Total price: $1,109 USD

2026-11-13 to 2026-11-22 · 9 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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10 nights

Total price: $1,246 USD

2026-11-13 to 2026-11-23 · 10 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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11 nights

Total price: $1,416 USD

2026-11-13 to 2026-11-24 · 11 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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12 nights

Total price: $1,553 USD

2026-11-13 to 2026-11-25 · 12 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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13 nights

Total price: $1,690 USD

2026-11-13 to 2026-11-26 · 13 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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14 nights

Total price: $1,827 USD

2026-11-13 to 2026-11-27 · 14 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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Axel's take: 8.0/10

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.

About Big Bear Frontier

  • Property type: Hotel
  • 3-star hotel
  • 40472 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake
  • Guest rating: 4.2/5 on Google from 823 reviews (location 4.6/5)
  • Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): SBD International Airport: 68 min by taxi · Ontario International Airport: 81 min by taxi · Palm Springs International Airport: 102 min by taxi · Big Bear Lake: 3 min by taxi · Boulder Bay Park: 4 min by taxi · Junior Market - Big Bear Blvd: 5 min walk
  • Hotel policies: Extra bed: $15 per guest per night; Deposit: $100 per room per stay; Pets: $25 per guest per stay
  • Amenities: Outdoor pool, Hot tub, Self parking (free), Local shuttle, Pet-friendly (extra charge), Dogs allowed, Cats allowed, Accessible pool, Wi-Fi (free), Wi-Fi in public areas, Kitchen in some rooms
  • Check-in from: 16:00
  • Check-out by: 11:00
  • City page: Hotels in Big Bear Lake

Room types

Room types and selected features reported for this hotel. Check your dates for availability.

Source: ETG room descriptions.

Standard Capsule (shared bathroom)

  • Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom

Standard Capsule (shared bathroom) (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom

Standard room

Standard Duplex room

1 Bedroom Standard room

2 Bedrooms Standard room

Standard Single room

Standard Quadruple room

2 Bedrooms Standard Quadruple room

Standard Single room (single bed)

Standard Double room (full double bed)

1 Bedroom Standard Double room (full double bed)

2 Bedrooms Standard Double room (full double bed)

Standard Twin room (twin beds)

Standard Quadruple room

2 Bedrooms Standard Quadruple room

Standard Sextuple room

Standard room (sofa)

Standard Quadruple room (sofa)

2 Bedrooms Standard Quadruple room (sofa)

Business room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Business Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Business Quadruple room

  • Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe room

Deluxe Single room

Deluxe Double room (full double bed)

Deluxe room (sofa)

Premium room

Premium Duplex room

Premium Double room (full double bed)

Premium Quadruple Duplex room

Grand room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Grand Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Grand room (sofa)

  • Beds: sofa
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Suite

1 Bedroom Suite

Double Suite (full double bed)

Premium Apartment

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Studio

  • Room features: Fridge; Kitchen; Kitchen stuff; Microwave; Patio
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom
  • Studio — room photo 1

Studio with lake view

Single Studio

Double Studio (full double bed)

Standard Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Business Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Business Double Studio (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Double Studio (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Villa

1 Bedroom Villa

2 Bedrooms Villa

1 Bedroom Double Villa (full double bed)

2 Bedrooms Double Villa (full double bed)

Cottage

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Cottage with water view

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

2 Bedrooms Cottage

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Single Cottage

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Quadruple Cottage

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Double Cottage (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

2 Bedrooms Quadruple Cottage

  • Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Cottage (sofa)

  • Beds: sofa
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Superior Cottage

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Cottage

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Cottage (sofa)

  • Beds: sofa
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Premium Cottage

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Premium Double Cottage (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Bungalow

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

2 Bedrooms Bungalow

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Quadruple Bungalow

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Double Bungalow (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Quadruple Bungalow

  • Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Standard Bungalow

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Chalet

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

1 Bedroom Chalet

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

2 Bedrooms Chalet

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Superior Chalet

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

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