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Comment by Marc Steenbergen, Netherlands
March 2005
Absolutely the best hostel ever. I stayed here in November 2003 and am planning to come back. Bear Lake is a lovely small town with heaps of things to do, sporty things as well as good bars at night. Grayson really put up the number one hostel. If you need some time to relax, this is where you want to be.
Comment by Lenara (Brazil)
November 2004
The hostel is perfect! You have everything you need here, and you can be in touch with cool people from many parts of the world! It was an amazing experience for me. I'll go back when I can! And also Grayson is terrific. He's very cool, and for sure will help out on everything you need!
Comment by Thiago Alceu Nart From Brazil
November 2004
This place had nice people and nice rooms. We partied all night!
Comment by Mom
September 2004
It was amazing.
Comment by Spanky
September 2004
It's so amazing! I think Big Bear rocks. Grayson is cool; he is into rad things. The house is cool; always full of cool people. The snowboarding is rad and the town is crazy.
Comment by Queen Lyd
March 2004
This is by far the best hostel I've ever been to, just from the people you meet and the stuff to do! Infact I'm always back there. It's clean and cosy and has everything u need. Three cheers for Grayson and the Big Bear Hostel! Woo woo!!
Comment by Grayson
November 2002
I'm the owner! From snowboarding to mountain biking or just taking in the sun by the lake, Big Bear Lake has an Adventure for you! I will personally make sure you have a great time!
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