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American Black Bear. Perfect Location

Experience Big Bear's unique charm at this haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy water sports on the lake or hike through trails just steps away from your comfortable retreat.

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At Bear Suites Village Inn, immerse yourself in Big Bear's natural beauty with the American Black Bear Suite. This charming retreat offers a cozy queen bed, ensuite bathroom, and gas fireplace for relaxing after exploring local attractions like the Village Theater and quaint shops.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
The current price is €134
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun

About the area

Big Bear Central, a neighbourhood in Big Bear Lake, is home to this hotel. Big Bear Mountain Resort and Snow Summit are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit The Village. Bowling Barn and Big Bear Solar Observatory are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Big Bear Lake travel guide
Map
Big Bear Lake, CA

What's nearby

  • BIg Bear lake landscape, with lakeside cottages, mountains covered in pine trees and snow covered peaks in the distance.
    The Village
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • big bear lake
    Big Bear Marina
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Big Bear Visitor Center
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pine Knot Marina
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pine Knot Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Oakside
    7 min walk
  • Tropicali
    3 min walk
  • Grizzly Manor Cafe
    13 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    11 min walk
  • The Copper Q
    2 min walk

About this property

American Black Bear. Perfect Location

  • Hotel near Big Bear Mountain Resort
  • A short walk from The Village, American Black Bear. Perfect Location has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Smoke-free property
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at American Black Bear. Perfect Location offer perks, such as fireplaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and offices.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and shower/bath combinations
    • Kitchens, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Living room
  • Office

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

PLEASE NOTE: There is a 2-pet max and $20 per pet policy. WE DO NOT ALLOW PARTIES. FINES UP TO $500 for Noise Compliance. WE DO NOT ALLOW SMOKING...

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: We are a family oriented company!!

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Frequently asked questions

Is American Black Bear. Perfect Location pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at American Black Bear. Perfect Location?

As of 2 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at American Black Bear. Perfect Location on 3 Jun 2026 start from €134, 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 American Black Bear. Perfect Location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at American Black Bear. Perfect Location?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at American Black Bear. Perfect Location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is American Black Bear. Perfect Location located?

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

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Reviews

American Black Bear. Perfect Location Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Clean well stocked property in a great location and easy check in process. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would recommend!

Great location by lots of restaurants and also great proximity to lake. Dog friendly and the host was kind enough to let us check in early without asking (as it permitted) thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Black Bear Vacation

Great location to everywhere we wanted to go. Would absolutely look here when visiting again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Walking distance to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

This was the perfect place to stay for a weekend getaway. The place was cozy, spacious, and had everything needed. Best of all, it was right in the middle of all the action downtown, so coffee, dinner, and shops were all footsteps away. Despite it being located downtown, it was still quiet inside.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TIMOTHY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolute 5 stars! Exactly as advertised, awesome location and above and beyond communication. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great find!

This apartment was such an amazing find. Great location, spacious, easy check-in/check-out, convenient onsite parking, easy communication with rental company. Definitely saving this to book again for future big bear trips!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location!

We had a great visit. The location is great for walking to dinner. It’s right in the village and was still quiet. An AC was provided which was nice since it was a little warm out. It’s a bit rustic, but that is to be expected when visiting the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little place in Big Bear

I chose this place because of its location and price. After staying here, I would bet it is one of the best vrbo values in Big Bear. There are 19 steps in the staircase, so make sure you can manage that prior to booking. If that isn't an issue I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

Room has everything I needed. Loved the extra blankets and fan. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient, clean location

This was a fantastic place to stay! It was clean and roomy. Checking in and out was fast and easy. The only concern would be that the kitchen only has the bare basics, so plan to bring your own things (spices, tools, etc) if you plan to do much cooking. This is not a problem for me as I was there quite briefly and ate dinner at Saucy Mamas next-door (Delicious!!) The location was super convenient, and it was nice to have parking right there.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

We loved this place. The property manager responded quickly. The check in process was easy and smooth. Location was perfect in the village with shops and restaurants right outside your door. The rooms were clean and even though you are on the main street in the village it was quiet in the room. Enjoyed having a kitchen and cooking utensils. Note for people coming is that yes, the kitchen is fully functional but you do need to bring your own spices, condiments, foil, etc. Not a knock on the property at all just giving people a heads up if that was a question. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would 100% recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Makayla L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, dog friendly

We really enjoyed our stay here. Great location and comfortable amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The unit was very cozy and perfect for our stay. Close to the lake and down the street from souvenir shops!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely love the location of this place. You walk right out the front door and you are in the middle of the village which is an awesome feeling. Unit itself is a bit dated but you felt like you are in an episode of twin peeks out in the mountains. It was perfect for us and our overnight trip for our anniversary photo was walking right across the street from the front door.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Amenities
Cute but definitely need to be a non smoking place it’s smell
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

virginia l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One night Getaway

Stayed here for a quick trip to pick our daughter from camp. Location was perfect! Such ease to check in. Communication was great. Would recommend it to anyone wanting to park their car and roam around town on foot.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Derek B.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was hot in big bear. Place had no central a/c. Room was still hot at night which made it hard to sleep, even though there was a portable a/c unit and it cooled down at night. When we left the rental, the caretaker blamed us for a lamp that was broke and stated they would contact the owner to see how much we would need to reimburse them. We didn’t break anything, and only after a request for a review was sent to us, the caretaker said they would disregarded any charges. We did not appreciate the accusations because we are good renters, we have rented through Vrbo for several years, we left the unit better than we found it, we never broke any items in the rental, and the rental was not enjoyable due to lack of central a/c. I would not rent this place again nor would I recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Briana L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Asia-Shaye W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024