Frequently Asked Questions

Our standard check-in time is 4 p.m.

No. Only service animals are permitted.

No. While our summer Bruin Woods program (late June – August) is generally reserved for UCLA Alumni, anyone is welcome to book a stay with us outside these times.

From late June through August, the UCLA Lake Arrowhead Lodge hosts Bruin Woods, a family resort program for UCLA Alumni families, and is not open to the general public.

Read more about our room types. Most of our guest rooms are two-bedroom chalets perfect for accommodating families and small groups. We suggest booking a Deluxe or Premium Chalet to enjoy a full living room or an Open Chalet which has a studio-style living room. All three of these room types offer two bathrooms. One bathroom options include a queen bed in the master bedroom, a living room, and a loft. You have a choice between a Chalet with Queen Loft, which has a queen bed upstairs, or a Chalet with Twin Loft, which has two twin beds upstairs. If you don’t need two bedrooms, we suggest booking our Vintage Single Deluxe room with a bedroom and living room, or Vintage Single without a living room. We also offer three house-style accommodations: the Geneva Lane House and Willow Creek Cottage house up to six guests and our largest house, the Briar Creek Chalet, can accommodate up to 10 people.

No. Our rooms are designed for taking full advantage of your mountain getaway so be sure to explore all our 50-acre property and Lake Arrowhead has to offer. But if you can’t miss your favorite show, we have high-speed internet available in every guest room for your streaming devices. Additionally, visit the Front Desk to inquire about setting up a viewing room in the Main Lodge.

Yes, our rooms are equipped with coffee machines which include coffee and tea selections.

The majority of our chalets have forest views, however, various areas of our property, including the Main Lodge, Dining Patio, and Front Lawn have a view of Lake Arrowhead. Don’t miss the stunning lake panorama seen from our Zen Deck!

Yes, we provide one bundle per day. Additional bundles can be purchased for $8.00.

No. Our rooms are equipped with mini refrigerators and coffee machines, but if you need a microwave during your stay, you’ll need to visit our guest microwave in the Main Lodge.

We have an award-winning restaurant on site that is open for three meals a day during set times. Inquire with the Front Desk for mealtime hours, make a reservation through our Eat tab, or email laccdining@ha.ucla.edu with further questions.

Yes! We are delighted to have recently restored our historic North Shore Tavern, located in our Main Lodge. This Tavern offers a full bar, espresso and coffees, a pub fare food menu, and is open daily to all guests and the public.

The UCLA Lake Arrowhead Lodge offers so much more than a typical hotel. Our 50-acre property offers the ideal mountain backdrop for every guest. Be sure to check out every location the Lodge has to offer:

Yes! We have recently completed renovations on our historic North Shore Tavern, offering a full bar, including espresso beverages and food menu. Open daily, please inquire with the Front Desk for hours.

We are a smoke-free property and there are no designated smoking areas.

Visit the local ski resort just a short drive away, hike local trails, bundle up and enjoy the scenic lake view from our Zen Deck, play tennis on one of our four courts, relax by the firepit with s’mores, or gather the family to visit the Lake Arrowhead Village where restaurants and shops await.

As Lake Arrowhead does receive occasional snowfall in the winter months, having chains stored in your vehicle is recommended.

Known as the “Swiss Alps of Southern California”, Lake Arrowhead is nestled 5,100 feet above sea level in the San Bernardino National Forest. Lake Arrowhead offers stunning alpine lake views, hiking and biking trails and a bustling village shopping and dining experience. Be sure to check out SkyPark and Snow Valley Mountain Resort for mountain activities available nearby! Visit ilovelakearrowhead.com to see all that the mountain has to offer!”

Lake Arrowhead is a private lake that does not permit boat rentals, but the McKenzie Water Ski School offers tours and skiing (seasonally) and the Lake Arrowhead Queen offers tours and private charters.

The Lake Arrowhead community has a unique climate for Southern California with four distinct seasons that support an array of outdoor recreational activities and year-round beauty. The area receives about 300 days of sunshine per year. We recommend you bring appropriate outerwear for the season and dress in layers to ensure your ultimate comfort.

Yes, we do host weddings. Please visit our weddings page for additional information.

From late June through August, the UCLA Lake Arrowhead Lodge hosts Bruin Woods, a family resort program for UCLA Alumni families, and is not open to the general public.

Check out is 11:00 am.

We offer late check out based on availability, and this service may incur an additional fee.