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ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel and Retreat Center

2.0 star property
Ski hostel with a free shuttle to the slopes
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Terrace/patio
Dining
Exterior
Fireplace
Land view from property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Parking included
    Parking included
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Shared Dormitory (1 of 4 Beds)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Shared Dormitory (1 of 8 Beds)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 36.4 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Private Queen Room With Private Bath

Highlights

Soundproofed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Double Room, Lake View, Annex Building

Highlights

Soundproofed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Terrace/patio

Comfort Chalet, Lake View, Annex Building

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
4 bedrooms
Premium bedding
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Double Bunk Bed, 1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Double Room, Lake View, Annex Building

Highlights

Soundproofed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
657 Modoc Drive, Big Bear Lake, CA, 92315

What's nearby

  • Big Bear Marina - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Village - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Big Bear Visitor Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Snow Summit - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Grizzly Manor Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Bowling Barn - ‬7 min walk

About this property

ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel and Retreat Center

Hostel near The Village
You can look forward to free English breakfast, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace at ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel and Retreat Center. With amenities such as a free ski shuttle and ski passes, this hostel is a great place to hit the slopes. In addition to a garden and an arcade/games room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A free local area shuttle, multilingual staff and a front desk safe
  • Tour/ticket information, coffee/tea in reception and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel and Retreat Center offer thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, Portuguese

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Free ski shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1916
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

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; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 20 mi (32 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

ITH Big Bear Mountain Adventure Lodge
ITH Mountain Adventure Lodge
ITH Big Bear Mountain Adventure
ITH Mountain Adventure
ITH Big Bear Mountain Hostel
ITH Big Bear Retreat Center Hostel
ITH Big Bear Mountain Adventure Lodge
ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel and Retreat Center Big Bear Lake

Frequently asked questions

Is ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel and Retreat Center pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel and Retreat Center?

As of 22 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel and Retreat Center on 16 Dec 2024 start from AU$171.36, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel and Retreat Center?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel and Retreat Center?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel and Retreat Center?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel and Retreat Center located?

Located near the slopes, this Big Bear Central hostel is situated in the mountains and within a 10-minute walk of Big Bear Lake, The Village and Bowling Barn. Snow Summit is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) away.

ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel and Retreat Center Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 105 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 105 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 105 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 105 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 105 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Spencer

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Multiple people staying in the same room, people coming in and out until 2am in the morning, slamming the door back and forth, entering the code, no respect for other people sleep, then once everyone is in bed, they start snoring and farting, I never stayed in a hotel before I probably wouldn’t ever stay again. Breakfast was extremely limited and I had one egg and a banana. Please is a joke, bathroom toilet did not work and water kept running, so while the bathroom needed to be cleaned or toilet fix the lady is folding sheets, care case of these people do not know what they are doing. After giving a bad review, you get these threatening emails from their staff? Very unprofessional behavior, pay a little more for privacy and a better property. Sunrise was nice outside, except the hippy stoner smoking weed in the front. If you want a crowded smelly, stranger danger stay, this is the place for you. The Chinese Covirent store down the street will also rip you off if you use a credit card. I do not recommend. Also the mattress are super soft and no back support, they use the cheapest material that they could find, also my sheets were dirty with someone long silver hairs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonah

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price this place is beyond incredible and fun! So many things to do around the city and in the Hostle. We definitely recommend this place and will be booking it again when we decide to go back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Massimiliano, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Stay on a budget
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elayne

Liked: Staff & service
Beautiful building and great reading and friendly people!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it here
Jackie was amazing! Even gave me a parallel parking lesson. I will say the shower was a little dirty and parking is very limited, but otherwise very pleasant place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and place are stellar. Nice cozy spot to rest the night. Will come here again if the opportunity arises. They also have a very friendly bear-dog to socialize with. Solid place. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ski trip
Nice place, quite, great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Poushik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional stay and totally safe. This was my first hostel stay and enjoyed my time here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Joseph Wilson P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
1st time staying in a Hostel place. Like the experience of uniqueness of it. The style of the place is like a rustic cabin/lodge. Improvements could be a more parking spaces and an AC unit/system.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

antoon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hostel, clean. Close to down town, and hiking trails. Staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Dionisio

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location, waited for a while for someone to check us in. No staff present when we arrive!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to spend the night and share some time with other adventurers! Comfortable dorms and plenty of amenities and places to hang out.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

ALLISON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

4/10 Poor

David

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra, West Columbia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For young & old alike the hostel experience is one not to be missed. Great place to meet folks from all over, not to mention all PCT thruhikers taking a break from the trail.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely helpful and friendly staff. Shower on the west side took 5 min to warm up but it is to be expected in an older place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

David, Chicago

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed there with my 8 year old son, so he could experience the vibe of a hostel. We had a great time, met cool people, and loved the openness of the property. It was well maintained, very friendly staff, bed was comfortable, but we did have a private room. We will definitely be coming here again. It was the first weekend that the hostel was open, so there were maybe a dozen guests, so it may be different when full, but overall it was a great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022