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SoCal Vacations - Village Inn

2.5 star property
Escape to a mountain haven where helpful staff await. Discover the charm of The Village with easy access to shopping.

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A modern bathroom with a stone fireplace, a large bathtub, and a view of the outdoors through large windows. - SoCal Vacations - Village Inn (Big Bear Lake)
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, green chairs, a stone fireplace, and a large TV mounted on a stone wall. - SoCal Vacations - Village Inn (Big Bear Lake)
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, and a sink. There is a dining area with a wooden table and chairs. - SoCal Vacations - Village Inn (Big Bear Lake)
A room with a large TV, bunk beds, a small table, and a window with a view of trees. - SoCal Vacations - Village Inn (Big Bear Lake)
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in stove, and a stone fireplace. - SoCal Vacations - Village Inn (Big Bear Lake)
SoCal Vacations - Village Inn offers a relaxing retreat in Big Bear Central, with in-room WiFi and free self parking. Guests rave about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping, making this lodge an ideal base for exploring The Village.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

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A living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a countertop.

Brown Bear

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a wooden chair, and a coffee table.

American Black Bear

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Queen Futon
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster bed with a checkered bedspread, two bedside tables with lamps, and a painting on the wall.

Grizzly Bear

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Futon
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a wooden door, and a mirror.

Kodiak Bear

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, a bathtub, and a fireplace.

Polar Bear

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a stone fireplace, a large bathtub, and a wooden vanity.

Teddy Bear

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, SoCal Vacations - Village Inn is in Big Bear Central, a neighborhood in Big Bear Lake with great shopping. Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Preserve and Pine Knot Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bowling Barn and Big Bear Solar Observatory. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and ziplining. Visit our Big Bear Lake travel guide
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546 Pine Knot Ave, Big Bear Lake, CA, 92315

What's nearby

  • A lakeside community with houses and a mountain backdrop.
    The Village
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A calm lake with boats docked, a wooden pier, and a mountain in the background.
    Big Bear Marina
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Big Bear Visitor Center
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Big Bear Lake
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pine Knot Marina
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    17 min walk
  • Grizzly Manor Cafe
    13 min walk
  • Café Crêpe
    6 min walk
  • Oakside
    7 min walk
  • Tropicali
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

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  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is SoCal Vacations - Village Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at SoCal Vacations - Village Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at SoCal Vacations - Village Inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SoCal Vacations - Village Inn located?

Located in Big Bear Central, this lodge is steps from The Village, Big Bear Visitor Center, and Pine Knot Park. Pine Knot Marina and Big Bear Lake are also within 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

SoCal Vacations - Village Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 259 out of 366 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 366 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 366 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 366 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 366 reviews

Reviews

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6/10 Okay

Maria Cecilia

Liked: Staff & service
Near to everything, the place is good for the price
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

betty

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was well maintained. Great communication with the staff. Located in the Village, walking to the shops was easily done. Bed was really comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great, everything is clean and response time is quick.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a one or two night stay in the heart of Big Bear. Perfect location. Great price! And the checkin / checkout process was simple and super convenient.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so close to everything. My family and I loved the room. What a great thing for the bunk bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Very clean room! Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Annalise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Awesome location!! Check in was easy and the staff was very friendly and responsive. I would definitely recommend this hotel to other travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place was better than expected! Great ‘homey feel’ and awesome location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and already warm for our arrival. Checking in and out was pretty seamless as well
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! The room was clean, the staff were friendly, and the location was perfect. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location love being rite in the village Room was clean. Staff was awesome easiest stay i ever experienced. Thsnk you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay! The room was clean, spacious, and very comfortable. The check-in process was quick and seamless, which we really appreciated. The only small challenge was that the the door was a bit difficult to navigate at first, but we were able to figure it out. Felt a little uneasy with it! Overall, we had a great experience and will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the place and area is fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Zobeida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were surprised to see how spacious , clean, and close to restaurants, shops, and the lake. We enjoy our stay and highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean and spotless. Very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What Stood Out for me was The View in the window for this apartment.It was Amazing view
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janhete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and the place felt like a mini home rather than just a hotel room. Everything was clean and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and parking is great!! Communication was excellent and much appreciated!! Check-in was easy & flawless. We will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The apartment is located in a perfect location and is pet friendly. Everything is walkable. Staff are very communicative and the check in process went smooth.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was clean and the kitchen was well stocked. We were in brown bear and the window looking out on the street was gorgeous for looking at the fall colors and people walking by. It’s location is ideal to walking everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great. One street over from The Village with all the shops and restaurants. Also walking distance to a park by the lake. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joe

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

Fun Stay

Highly recommend the village in, it’s centrally located in the village where all of the shops and restaurants are. It’s also about a 5 minute walk from the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, clean, and so close to great restaurants and stores downtown
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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6/10 Okay

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bath fan didn't work so there was mold on the ceiling and not great when somebody else used the bathroom. Toilet was so small it was uncomfortable. We got pretty bad sleep because of how noisy the neighbors were and how thin the walls were. Could hear everything. Good location and good customer service brought it up to a three star.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026