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Tao Cabins

3.0 star property
Motel in Big Bear City with free parking

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Romantic Studio | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi
Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi
Romantic Studio | Private kitchen
Front of property
Romantic Double Room | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub
Escape to Tao Cabins, where rustic charm meets modern comfort. Savor a meal at the restaurant or stay connected with in-room WiFi and enjoy perks like self parking.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Romantic Studio | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi

Romantic Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Kitchen
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Oven
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Romantic Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi

Romantic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Living room
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Living room
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Big Bear City is home to Tao Cabins. Community Arts Theater Society and Big Bear Solar Observatory are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Snow Summit and Big Bear Mountain Resort.
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Map
737 Irving Way, Big Bear City, CA, 92314

What's nearby

  • Community Arts Theater Society - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Bear Mountain Golf Course - 9 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Snow Summit - 10 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Bear Mountain Express Lift - 11 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • The Village - 11 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kallans Bar And Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bear Mountain Ski Resort - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Munchies - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cocina de mexico - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Tao Cabins

Motel near The Village
Tao Cabins provides a restaurant and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Tao Cabins include comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Living room
  • Separate bedroom

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests will be contacted by the property with check-in instructions and an access code prior to arrival.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Property is also known as

Tao Cabin 22 or 23 Big Bear
Tao 22 or 23 Big Bear
Tao 22 or 23
Tao Cabins Motel
Tao Cabin 22 or 23
Tao Cabins Big Bear City
Tao Cabins Motel Big Bear City

Frequently asked questions

Is Tao Cabins pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tao Cabins?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tao Cabins?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Tao Cabins?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tao Cabins located?

Situated in Big Bear City, this motel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Gold Mountain Memorial Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Community Arts Theater Society and Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Preserve. Big Bear Lake is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) away.

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Tao Cabins Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 140 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was really nice and clean. Communication was excellent and check in and check out was super easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safety quiet and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Juan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The smell of bleach was too strong. We’ve left as soon as we checked in!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bertha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall my experience was great. I liked the kitchen area but it was missing a blender and a broom. And I wished they just mention that parking is assigned according to RM number. Area was quiet and clean. A really big plus was that there was a place to take the trash in same property. And that the place had lots of lighting!!! I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Management was amazing. Accommodations were good. I had an awesome stay. The only thing there were no trays for baking in the stove. Everything else was amazing and a set of tongs would be nice too lol I’m a chef so go figure.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are large, clean, everything you need. Beds are comfortable. Quiet and staff is polite and almost always answer the phone or right back to you. Did i mention the romantic red lights, fireplaces?
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Amenities
Quiet nice place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jovana

Liked: Amenities
Great customer service, Tanya was great and very helpful 10/10 would book again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My girlfriend and I were quite disappointed with the place. The front was dirty, once inside-the hallway really smelled bad, No air conditioning at all ( one floor fan), not enough towels provided, extremely small refrigerator that couldn't accommodate 2- liter bottles, the auto turn -on light when you walk into the bathroom was very annoying and would wake up the other person sleeping
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Collette

Very good check in and communication!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing place to stay in Big Bear. Very convenient to snowboard and grocery stores are nearby. Very roomy and more than I expected.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Apryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was able to accommodate our needs
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pavement from the driveway into the property was uneven and unsafe. We tripped multiple times and couls have easily fallen. No air conditioning and weird window in the shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

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

We enjoyed our stay!

A little confusing when we arrived, as to which was our room. However, we figured it out. Room was cute and gave us what we needed, including coffee set up, a refrigerator and microwave oven. I appreciated the messages, that the staff checked with me if all was fine. I would come back to this place if in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is very private and spacious Close to ecerything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Briana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect for a little getaway ☺️
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Jamie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property had no air conditioning. Property was not maintained. Shower rod kept falling, there were holes in the walls. Bedding had not been cleaned from previous renter. Said non smoking but reaked of cigarettes. Whoever is maintaining the property may want to do some upkeep on the unit as well as the weeds that were growing in the front. Pictures were not current. This was like staying at the bates motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy, very quiet and the responsive caretakers make checking in and out a breeze
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Afshin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean cabin! Highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cool little room, I thought it was a very good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s everything you want in a place that’s affordable and close to nearly everything you’d want. If you’re looking for a cheap clean spot to stay at while looking to snowboard and ski this is your spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was large. Decor is odd colors, purple couch, red curtains, blue and grey panel floor…having kitchen amenities is nice, bathroom is small, not well lit, but tub/shower is very adequate. We enjoyed our stay even without electricity our first 12 hours (not really an issue except lack of hot water) due to local electric public safety shut off. Upstairs guests were a bit noisy, as well as people using the stairs. The bed appears to be a firm memory foam, and was fine. The off site personnel were very nice and answered texting promptly. The ONLY real detractor was the very gritty floor which probably needed a good dust mopping. There’s a pretty significant water hammer noise at the kitchen sink. Nothing fancy but pretty adequate.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

christian paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice little place for a quick overnight or two night stay I liked the room bed was comfortable and the balcony is nice shower had good pressure all in all decent stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria

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

Great weekend getaway.

Lovely cabin. Clean, cozy, well stocked. Lovely floors and amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

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