ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel & Retreat Center

4.5 / 5.0

Excellent(281 Ratings)

Hostel in Big Bear, CA

4-Star Hostel

Reasons to book

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this hostel

Offering free breakfast, ITH Big Bear Mountain Adventure Lodge overlooks Big Bear Lake. Free Wi-Fi in public areas is offered. Snow Summit Mountain Resort is 7 minutes’ drive away.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Big Bear, CA

Nearby attractions

San Bernardino County Museum

21.1 mi

Available Rooms

1 Bunk • 129 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 129 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Bunk • 247 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Queen • 150 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 150 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

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ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel & Retreat Center

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4.5 / 5.0

Excellent(281 Ratings)

Hostel in Big Bear, CA

4-Star Hostel

Reasons to book

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this hostel

Offering free breakfast, ITH Big Bear Mountain Adventure Lodge overlooks Big Bear Lake. Free Wi-Fi in public areas is offered. Snow Summit Mountain Resort is 7 minutes’ drive away.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Big Bear, CA

Nearby attractions

San Bernardino County Museum

21.1 mi

Available Rooms

1 Bunk • 129 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 129 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Bunk • 247 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Queen • 150 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 150 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

4.5 / 5.0

Excellent(281 Ratings)

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5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

Had a great time and enjoyed the people.

Exceptional staff, great location, fun activities

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

Very comfortable and felt at home

Lovely old rustic that used too on be a school and converted into a hostel. Two large communal lounging areas with open fire. Beds very comfortable.

Breakfast was a bit patchy and would have liked some tea bags but given the price of my stay it was fine, I was very happy.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

amazing cozy place

everythink,Jim was super helpfů in everyrhing,prepared us dinner,did the laundry

5.0 / 5.0

May 2023

Ẹnoyable time

Family like invironment Hike groups

Noise from my own dog lol (not their fault)

5.0 / 5.0

May 2023

Exceptional

Communal dinners are a wonderful addition.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2023

Exceptional

cozy and friendly

waking up to a guy snoring in my room

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

Exceptional

I love this hostel! the workers are amazing and so friendly I have stayed here 4xs to go snowboarding at BB and will stay here everytime I go

4.5 / 5.0

Mar 2023

Superb

Price, building, the dog, and nice breakfast

Party- i was tired and need quiet sleep

4.5 / 5.0

Feb 2023

Superb

If the breakfast time can be earlier (6:30), it’ll be great!

4.5 / 5.0

Feb 2023

Superb

The common areas were great with soft couches and blankets- good for socializing and meeting new people. There was a hottub but we were so busy we didn't get to use it (next time!). The included breakfast was a great added on treat.

The dorm bunk beds were a little uncomfortable but not terrible and to be expected in a hostel situation

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2023

Best of Big Bear

Great staff! Helpful and chill guys!

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2023

Just a welcoming staff paired with a perfectly thought out layout for any type of hostel stay.

The property had an excellent great room for big dinners and/or poker games, a room with a pool table and a very nice kitchen. Those rooms were so nice, didn’t even make it out to the hot tub.

If I had to be picky, I’d say that if they could add a few more parking spots that would be ideal.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2023

Friendly staff, perfect location, clean, and great common areas!

Friendly staff, big common area, and decent rooms.

Most electrical outlets near the beds in the 8-bed dorm would help, but this is a minor critique. Also, many of the guests stayed at the hostel for skiing and boarding. An area to dry off our gear (jackets, pants, gloves, beanies etc.) after a long day on the slopes would improve the already good facilities. Most of us scattered our things throughout the room.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2023

Great value for solo travelers

Awesome cabin vibes with a great staff!

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2022

Great place

Ambieny and Location

1)Few Parking spots 2) No enought Power Outlets in the beds for shared rooms

0.5 / 5.0

Dec 2022

Bad

The connecting street between ITH and main street was covered with ice and snow. I could not take the car to the hostel even with tire chains. I spoke with a staff member. He said go and communicate through booking.com app to get a refund. I sent them several messages. But they did not get back to meat all!

2.0 / 5.0

Nov 2022

we just left after one night. that said it all

the pool table and the hosts

the beds and the rooms the rooms were too small and the bed felt like a hammat

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

Amazing staff, building & accommodations. Thank you for a wonderful visit to Big Bear!

The breakfast could have had a little more selection/things but other than that this place is amazing! Some more fruits, juices, & bagels would have done the trick ;)

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

We weee definitely welcomed and enjoyed every minute of our stay. Definitely gonna be back in a few weeks!

I loved the atmosphere, the amazing effort to providing a comfortable stay and of course Yogi! I loved the breakfast setup and the cozy living room fireplace. I can't wait to come back sooner then later!

The fact that the restrooms were downstairs but it worked out well because each time I came downstairs it gave me opportunity to enjoy the amazing view from the front porch.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

coffe and yea available all day! great experience

We arrived and we’re greeted by the desk clerk who was very nice. showed us around the property, there’s a hot tub out back so make sure to bring a suit! with in walking distance to big bear village! there’s a community fridge so you can put your name on this and store them there.

parking is super tight so be prepared to squeeze in.

3.5 / 5.0

Oct 2022

It was an enjoyable stay.

convenience, clean… loved the dog ❤️

The floors were to squeaky

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

Highly recommended hostel/private room business

The room was beautifully decorated in a unique style and very well maintained. The building offered brilliant facilities and communal areas to all staying which gave plenty of opportunities to socialise with other travellers. The location is stunning, located away from the main road, allowing visitors to appreciate the natural setting. The location was still close enough to access many bars, restaurants and experiences within the town in walking distance. To top off the experience the staff were extremely friendly, helpful and went out of their way to welcome guests and enhance their stay. This room related parts of this review apply to a private room with ensuite, however I engaged with guests who had equally positive things to say about the shared rooms.

No negatives.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

Just perfect.

So perfect. It was cozy and dreamy. And one of the staff offered to light up the fireplace for us as we were reading. Couldn’t have asked for anything more.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

Cozy, clean and private with shared spaces including interesting people.

I am a return guest from a few years ago. I was amazed and excited to see the property in such great condition with welcoming team. I enjoyed my private accommodations and hope to return again. It is such a warm and relaxing atmosphere. Maybe during the winter months to ski!

N/A- it was an excellent stay!

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Big Bear?

The average price for a rental in Big Bear is $426 per night. This rental is $174 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this hostel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel & Retreat Center. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hostel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel & Retreat Center pet friendly?

Yes! This hostel is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel & Retreat Center?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and smoking allowed.

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Reasons to book

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of Big Bear, CA

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel & Retreat Center

Hostel in Big Bear, CA

Reasons to book

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of Big Bear, CA

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Big Bear?

Is parking included with this hostel?

Is there a pool at this hostel?

Is ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel & Retreat Center pet friendly?

What amenities are available at ITH Big Bear Lake Hostel & Retreat Center?

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