Grey Squirrel Resort

Motel in Big Bear Lake with free parking

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

Romantic Studio Suite | 2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Cabin | Living area | 50-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Family Cabin | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, paper towels, dining tables

Family Cabin | Living area | 50-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Pool
Free WiFi
Parking included

Explore the area

39372 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA, 92333

Place, Boulder Bay Park
‪7 min walk‬
Place, Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain
‪3 min drive‬
Place, The Village
‪4 min drive‬
Airport, San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.)
‪47 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Cabin

1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Family Cabin

2 bedrooms
Resort view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Family Cabin

Very good

3 bedrooms
Mountain view
Sleeps 8
1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Grand Cabin

Exceptional

3 bedrooms
Mountain view
Sleeps 14
7 Queen Beds

Luxury Cabin

4 bedrooms
Mountain view
Sleeps 14
1 King Bed and 6 Queen Beds

Classic Studio

Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Basic Cabin

1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Basic Cabin

1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Honeymoon Studio Suite

Exceptional

Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Classic Studio

Wonderful

Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Family Cabin

2 bedrooms
Resort view
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Family Cabin

2 bedrooms
Mountain view
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed and 2 King Beds

Romantic Studio Suite

Wonderful

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Comfort Cabin

1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Family Cabin

Exceptional

2 bedrooms
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Family Cabin

Very good

3 bedrooms
Mountain view
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Family Cabin

2 bedrooms
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Cabin

Exceptional

1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Family Cabin

2 bedrooms
Mountain view
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed and 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Big Bear Lake

Located in Boulder Bay, Grey Squirrel Resort is adjacent to Metcalf Bay and within a 5-minute walk of Big Bear Lake. The 19 rooms at this motel include coffee makers, LCD TVs, and dining tables.

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What's nearby

Boulder Bay Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
The Village - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
Big Bear Marina - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
Snow Summit - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

‪Oakside - ‬4 min drive
‪Tropicali - ‬4 min drive
‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min drive
‪572 Social Kitchen and Lounge - ‬4 min drive
‪Whiskey Dave's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Grey Squirrel Resort

Motel in Big Bear Lake with free parking

Guests of Grey Squirrel Resort enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a picnic area. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours. Additional amenities include a garden, barbecue grills, and wedding services.

Guests can expect free WiFi and 50-inch LCD TVs with cable channels. Coffee makers, portable fans, and dining tables are also available. Change of towels is available on request.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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On private beach
Breakfast included
Pet friendly
Parking included

$131 nightly

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free uncovered self parking on site
Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces per unit)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

Playground
Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

Dining table
Fenced pool
Playground
Pool gate
Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

Change of towels on request
Proposal/romance packages
Wedding services

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
In the mountains
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lever door handles
No elevator
Pool access ramp on site
Pool hoist on site
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

50-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Dining table
Paper towels

Access via exterior corridors
Heating
Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

This property welcomes pets for USD 85 per pet, per stay
Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

Resort fee: USD 40.00 per accommodation, per stay

The resort fee includes:

Additional inclusions
Housekeeping
Pool access
Hot tub access

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Pet fee: USD 85 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

The seasonal pool is open from May 30 to October 01.
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Grey Squirrel Resort Motel

Grey Squirrel Resort Big Bear Lake

Grey Squirrel Resort Motel Big Bear Lake

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near Grey Squirrel Resort?

This motel is situated in Boulder Bay within a 10-minute walk of Big Bear Lake, Boulder Bay Park, and Metcalf Bay. You'll also find The Village and Snow Summit within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Grey Squirrel Resort?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel. Though parking is limited per unit, accessible parking is also available. You'll find a max of 2 spaces per unit.

Does Grey Squirrel Resort have a casino?

No, Grey Squirrel Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Grey Squirrel Resort?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM and the seasonal pool will be open from May 30 until October 01.

What do couples enjoy most about Grey Squirrel Resort?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like proposal/romance packages plus some guestrooms include fireplaces and jetted bathtubs.

Are there hot tubs at Grey Squirrel Resort?

Yes, this motel offers private indoor spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does Grey Squirrel Resort feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Grey Squirrel Resort doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Grey Squirrel Resort allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Grey Squirrel Resort for a fee of USD 85 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Grey Squirrel Resort?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How close is the airport from Grey Squirrel Resort?

The closest major airport to Grey Squirrel Resort is San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.), which is about 19.8 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Grey Squirrel Resort?

Yes, some guestrooms at this motel offer a deck where guests can enjoy resort or mountain views.

Does Grey Squirrel Resort have a wedding venue on site?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Grey Squirrel Resort.

Grey Squirrel Resort Reviews

7.4

Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

4/10 Poor

Luis

Jun 8, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets

May 27, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This property is perfect for a long weekend. Has a wood burning fireplace and BBQ. Check-in was super easy and the staff was super nice. Check-out was just as easy. The grounds were kept clean. There is a gas firepit and horseshoes to enjoy and walking distance to Boulder Bay. Definitely will be staying here again.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Traveled with family

Apr 2, 2025

Disliked: Staff & service

Fires & Vacuums & no hot water and no refind

The trip started out fine, but on the first night of three nights, the fire alarms went off and learned that there was a fire in a unoccupied hotel room on the third floor, which flooded most of the hotel after the fire department showed up. They proceeded to use water vacuums to suck up the water and yell at each other at 2 AM to about 4 AM that same evening the next morning we woke up to no hot water which they said should be fixed by the afternoon at 4 PM, there was no hot water and they told us there would be no hot water for the next 10 days and to go get a hotel somewhere else or deal with cold water we asked for a refund for the first night stay and have been fighting with them ever since to get a refund so although the hotel was in a great location, the trip and the customer service or a complete and utter disaster

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Emmanuel

Mar 25, 2025

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Caleb

Traveled with partner

Mar 20, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We recently stayed at the Gray Squirrel Resort. In cabin Rustic Romance, and while the cabin was absolutely beautiful upon arrival, we were extremely disappointed with the cleanliness. As we began bringing in our luggage and settling in, we quickly noticed that the cabin was in an unacceptable state. Upon closer inspection, we discovered dirt, bugs, and even leftover items from previous guests behind nearly every piece of furniture. It was evident that the space had not been thoroughly cleaned. When we went to store our food in the refrigerator, we were shocked to find the sides covered in ants, dirt, and even dead insects. The most unsettling issue, however, was the bed. The bedding was visibly dirty, and when we pulled back the bedspread, we found stains that we could only hope were chocolate. Fortunately, we had brought our own blankets, but this was far from the comfortable and relaxing experience we had anticipated. Instead of being able to unwind, we spent a significant amount of time cleaning everything we planned to use, which was both frustrating and disappointing.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Israel

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family

Mar 14, 2025

Fun stay for a larger group. Not much to do on the property outside the cabin's Parks and attractions not far, away. Exiting the property can take some patience cars do pass by fairly quickly.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Zyra

Feb 2, 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Jan 19, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Traveled with group, Traveled with family

Jan 18, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Jan 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Everything was great

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Refugio

Jan 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

robert

Jan 9, 2025

Liked: Room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Jan 6, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Shannon

Traveled with family

Jan 2, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Not worth money. Needs major updates & cleaning.

Check in is at exactly 4pm, don't even bother trying to get early check-in. Check in went well, easy; however, we had to call a phone number and wait for exactly 4pm to get in the front office. The code to get in the cabin was easy and convenient. Parking was great. The cabin itself was spacious; however, it was not great. It was, what i call, a speed clean - just the surface cleaning. I wasn't convinced the sheets were washed, either, as they looked very used with lint and hair on the pillows - just didn't feel clean, so I slept on top of the comforter with my winter coat and a blanket from my car, and i brought my own pillow - thank goodness. There was a quarter inch layer of dust under and around the beds. There was a dirty diaper under the bed and empty water bottles. There were candy wrappers under another bed, along with the layer of dirt and dust. Lots of cobwebs, dust on some pictures and in the corners of ceiling. The bathroom was okay, except for the booger on the wall, above the toliet paper roll. There was also only 1 wash cloth, which was weird for a family cabin. The entire cabin could use an update. The cabinets are old, the light fixtures are old and dirty. The TV is about 10ft off the floor, so it was hard to watch. The cabin was well-stocked, but i didn't use anyone in the cabinetsnor drawers. I didn't want to make a fuss, as i was with my young adult children, and wanted to just enjoy our time and not spend time complaining.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lira

Traveled with family

Dec 30, 2024

Liked: Staff & service, amenities

It's a decent place to stay if you are wanting a cozy cabin vibe. The property should stock more cooking implements though, and pots and pans and utensils. The kitchen is in need of a good deep cleaning. The beds are creaky. We like the layout for the 2 bedroom unit. If you have little kids that like to jump around inside the rooms and living areas, this is a good option. You don't have to worry about disturbing neighbors. Have not tried the pool. Overall, not fancy but great affordable option if you plan to be mostly out on the town or ski slopes, and not holed up inside a cabin for your Big Bear vacation.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Debra

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets

Dec 30, 2024

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

The bed topper was so old and stiff with permanent crevices created by previous bodies. The room felt dirty and extremely dingy. The window coverings are see thru at night. No privacy

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

areli

Dec 27, 2024

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

Very spacious! Felt like my family was at real home!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Traveled with family

Dec 25, 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Alma

Traveled with family and small children

Jul 22, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Everything was beautiful front desk very helpful tha cabins super cute i will say the only thing is that there is no air conditioning at least in the cabin i stayed in but the weather is beautiful iy wasn't much need it nothing thay a fan can't fix wich is provided by the property i love this place 9 out 10 over all close to everything very recommended ❤️

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jeannie

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets

Jul 9, 2024

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

It was an ok stay. Bared minimum: plates, cups, glasses and utensils for 2, handwash everyday. Warm temp experienced at 91 degrees, no fans. Booked and paid for 3 nights, took off and went home after 2. Please ask this property to clearly post their pet friendly policy with FEES. Credit card was charged $303 upon check in. Overall it was nice coming up to the mountain and see the lake is filled up again after the rain we had.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Ireland

Traveled with family

Jul 7, 2024

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

Pans are too old, towels has a weird smell, it bathtub didn’t look clean. Backyard looks nasty

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with partner

Apr 11, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I really loved how private it was and how they made us feel comfortable! Plus the snow storm made it super pretty to wake up to !

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

steven

Traveled with family

Mar 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Heaters didn't work. $75 extra cleaning fee for " excessive " cleaning needed. I personally cleaned our whole cabin before leaving and it was left almost exactly as we found it. Shady charges, extremely outdated. Cabins/ rooms. Would not recommend this place and will not be staying again

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Feb 26, 2024

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

Cozy, clean cabins close to skiing and BB Village

Stayed here for a girls weekend with my teenage daughter. We had a great time. The cabin was very clean upon arrival, including the bathroom and kitchen. They have cute twinkly lights strung outside. The resort is very close to the Big Bear Village and both ski resorts (Snow Summit and Bear Mountain). We brought our small dog with us which worked out fine. The cabin provided silverware, coffee mugs and dishes for two people. There was one tiny pot which we used to heat a can of soup but bring your own cookware if you plan on making larger meals. There was no toaster so we will bring our own next time. The front desk person I spoke with on the phone was super nice and helped me with selecting the right cabin for us. The cabin also has wifi, a tv with lots of channels including Hallmark which we liked, and an excellent wall heater which heats basically the whole cabin except for the bathroom. The water was hot which was nice after skiing! We enjoyed our mother-daughter ski weekend and will definitely be back. Each cabin has a parking spot right out front. We had no noise issues during our stay. The only thing that could be improved upon would be better towels. They felt kind of damp when we got there like they weren't dried all the way and they were not very absorbent regardless. I recommend bringing your own towels if that is important to you. Other than that, we thought Grey Squirrel was wonderful and we will definitely be back soon. I rate it a 9/10 overall!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Praveen

Feb 20, 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

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