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Motel 6 Big Bear Lake, CA

2.0 star property
Motel in Big Bear Lake with free parking

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Room amenity
Lobby
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Exterior
Motel 6 Big Bear Lake, CA, offers a quiet mountain escape. Guests enjoy WiFi, explore the nearby nature reserve, or let dogs run in the off-leash area. Practical laundry facilities and multilingual staff enhance the stay.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Room amenity

Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Big Bear Lake, Motel 6 Big Bear Lake, CA is in the mountains and near a boardwalk/promenade. Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Preserve and Big Bear Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bowling Barn and Big Bear Solar Observatory. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including downhill skiing and snowboarding.
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Map
42899 Big Bear Boulevard, Big Bear Lake, CA, 92315

What's nearby

  • Community Arts Theater Society - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Snow Summit - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Bear Mountain Express Lift - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • The Village - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Big Bear Marina - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 121 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Munchies - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Maggio's Pizza - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Motel 6 Big Bear Lake, CA

Motel near The Village
Motel 6 Big Bear Lake, CA provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • An off-leash area, a 24-hour front desk, and a nature reserve
  • Multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 120 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchenettes, and mini fridges

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1981
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping fee: USD 10.00 per day; may vary based on length of stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Motel 6 Big Bear Lake, CA pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Motel 6 Big Bear Lake, CA?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 Big Bear Lake, CA?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Motel 6 Big Bear Lake, CA?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Motel 6 Big Bear Lake, CA located?

Situated in the mountains, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Community Arts Theater Society, Big Bear Lake, and Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Preserve. Alpine Pedal Path Trail 1E50 and Lakeview Shopping Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Motel 6 Big Bear Lake, CA Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 346 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 164 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 107 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 156 out of 1009 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Abhishek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable place for a short stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and accommodating Rooms were clean. Plenty of parking. Property was clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jesse was awesome! Great manager!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Hanna

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great hotel for a one night stay with a comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Pedro

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was filthy animals hair everywhere and towels and sheets were dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chauncey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very affordable and in a good spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alisher

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Overall it was a nice place. But needs some work.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fast service. Clean room. Eaay check in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Carrie

Liked: Staff & service
Friendly staff and average cleanliness. Needs additional cleaning (especially under the beds) and minor maintenance (cracked lampshade and broken shower knob).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

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

10/10 Excellent

Maitry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Chrystal

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only thing I liked was that it was peaceful and the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice budget motel, good location, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not bad for the money
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice staff, about 10 minutes away from downtown village.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

James

Disliked: Cleanliness
Please clean better, not all your guests are sloppy drunk cave people
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JORGE

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

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service
The property was good enough and simple for a short stay. The staff was helpful. The property is a little outdated and the cleanliness could be better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were pretty small, and the room was older. Not terrible. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Anabel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Guys complained there were bed bugs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Staff & service
Everything was great but would suggest better cleaning of rooms and under beds
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sonia

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you need a place to sleep for a night, this is it. I would not recommend for a family. The room and bathroom weren’t clean. Bad odors in both areas. There were bugs on the bed sheets. Good part overall is it’s pretty close to the village and the go karts.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I made a mistake on the days I wear to check in and within one hour they ripped me off for $210 when they told me they would give me a refund and they told the people that experience and then they turned around and took the money when I didn’t have any more money left
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness
The bathroom was clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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