Partnership Services
Let’s Grow Big Bear Together
While membership certainly comes with a solid set of tangible benefits—like listings on BigBear.com, social media features, brochure distribution, and visitor center referrals—it’s about much more than that.
When you become a partner, you’re joining a larger effort to strengthen the local economy, elevate our town’s profile, and shape how people experience Big Bear Lake. Every business that joins expands the story we get to tell—adding color, variety, and energy to the destination we’re promoting.
Your partnership helps us show visitors why Big Bear is the perfect place to stay, play, dine, shop, and explore. In return, we amplify your voice, your brand, and your impact. Whether it’s through influencer features, media visits, or our year-round marketing campaigns—our job is to make sure the world knows how great you are.
Let’s do something meaningful together. Let’s put Big Bear on the map—together.
Ready to get started?
Contact Mike Lindsey, Member & Partner Relations Manager, at MikeL@BigBear.com to find the membership tier that fits your goals.
BigBear.com Booking Engine
Drive more direct bookings. Pay fewer fees. Maximize your exposure.
One of the most powerful benefits we offer lodging partners in Big Bear Lake is access to the BigBear.com booking engine.
Any rent-by-owner, management company, or hotel located within the City of Big Bear Lake can be listed on the booking engine at no cost. Our goal is simple: drive more high-quality bookings directly to your property.
Why list your property on the BigBear.com booking engine?
1. No OTA booking fees for you or your guests
When guests book through BigBear.com, Visit Big Bear covers the OTA fees. That means:
- You are not paying the typical commission/booking fees you see on other platforms.
- Your guests are not charged extra booking fees like they often are on Airbnb, Vrbo, and other third-party sites.
It’s a win–win: more value for your guests and more revenue kept in your pocket.
2. Promotions that fill your rooms during shoulder periods
Visit Big Bear actively runs seasonal and shoulder-period promotions through the booking engine to help drive occupancy when you need it most. Past promotions have included:
- Free lift tickets with a two-night minimum stay
- Dining credits with qualifying stays
- Event Tickets with qualifying stays
These campaigns are funded and marketed by Visit Big Bear, but the bookings go to you.
3. BigBear.com is the one-stop shop for Big Bear lodging
Travelers planning a trip to Big Bear Lake naturally turn to BigBear.com to research where to stay, what to do, and where to eat. By being listed on the booking engine, your property is:
- Featured alongside all other lodging options in Big Bear Lake
- Reaching guests who are already intent on visiting the area
- Integrated into an official, trusted destination resource
4. Streamlined inventory management
Most lodging partners can sync their inventory and rates directly with the booking engine, allowing you to:
- Avoid double entry of inventory and pricing
- Reduce manual errors
- Keep your availability consistent across channels
Our team will work with you to determine the best way to integrate your systems.
Ready to Get Started?
Listing your property on the BigBear.com booking engine is free, easy, and supported by our team.
Simply fill out this short form and a Visit Big Bear representative will reach out to guide you through the process:
https://book.bigbear.com/signu...
Join the growing network of Big Bear Lake lodging partners who are leveraging BigBear.com to reduce fees, increase visibility, and bring more guests to their door.