As mountain town travel surges and “coolcations” with ski-focused accommodations continue to trend, thought to bring light to Hotel Marina Riviera’s highly anticipated and revamped return in late Q1 2025, which is poised to be a Big Bear Lake icon with its unique blend of 1960s mid-century charm with modern alpine luxury, for any upcoming stories you may be working on surrounding the mountain retreat resurgence, retro-chic alpine getaways, shoulder season escapes, or design-forward refreshes.
With its prime lakefront location and intimate, retreat-like feel, the reimagined property offers a fresh perspective on Big Bear travel—embracing the nostalgia of a classic mountain lodge while introducing contemporary comforts designed for today’s travelers. Whether it’s cozy cabin-inspired accommodations, an all-new lakeside restaurant & bar, or après-ski social spaces with fire pits, a private beach, and more, Hotel Marina Riviera offers an unparalleled escape for travelers looking to experience the best of Big Bear during peak ski season and beyond. Additional highlights include:
- A reimagined 1960s lakefront retreat featuring 42 guest rooms with nature-inspired interiors that capture the essence of the property’s historic roots, plus 6 two-bedroom cabins with full kitchens and fireplaces
- New lakeside restaurant & bar with an indoor-outdoor dining concept and stunning waterfront views that blend California mountain lodge architecture with après-ski energy
- Enjoy year-round relaxation with a private beach, lakeside fire pits, swimming pool, hot tub, and sauna for all-season escapes
- Ideal for shoulder-season travel, this cozy Viking lodge-inspired gem offers fewer crowds post-ski season and before peak summer
