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Timberline Lodge - Arnold - Bear Valley

10/10 Excellent

"Really nice place to stay at"

Leland Lodge~ Winter Snow Park-Summer Private Lake

6/10 Okay

"For the price, it was okay. Here are things that we liked: not far from Pinecrest, 10 minute drive. The private lake and play area. Walking paths in front and all around the location. Tons of streaming services on their tv. Friendly neighbors! Small amount of people walking around. Very dark at night. We feel though that maybe it should have been spelled out that the photo of the outside is actually a photo of the entire quadriplex and that it is 1 unit of a shared quadriplex where you share the front deck, its awkward if you weren't expecting that. Also, the parking is just street parking above the location. Its between the street and dirt trench area so if you aren't a good driver or scared of that sort of thing stay away. Also, its honestly not toddler friendly. We had a toddler and were scared from the outside stairs and the railing on the top floor had a big enough gap for her to fit through, but of course stay on top of them. Outside area was dirty/dusty so we couldn't enjoy it. The shared community center area was dirty so we just used it that way and let ourselves get dirty. The zero reception made everything hard. I guess it depends on your service provider? but their wifi was great! We are not use to renting places out there, this is only our 2nd time, so maybe these are all typical and expected things."

Strawberry Inn

8/10 Good

"We had a really nice stay at this hotel. The location was great, especially being close to the ski area which made everything very convenient. The room space was a little small, but it felt cozy and comfortable. The hotel had a warm and relaxing atmosphere, and overall we enjoyed our stay. Perfect for a simple and cozy getaway near the slopes."

Double Decker Cabin Retreat – Peaceful Getaway in Arnold

10/10 Excellent

"What a great surprise! Big trees all around. We had 2 days of rain so cuddled up with a great fire, tv and a book. My husband, son and I loved the amenities- beds towels and a kitchen with all the necessities. Big Trees grocery down the hill. Thank you for a memorable stay:-)"

PinecrestAreaRentals #17 Fun cabin 3rd night free till 6/15. Just Book 2nights.

10/10 Excellent

"We took advantage of the "Book 2 nights get the 3rd night free" in March, which was a great value. Without getting the 3rd night free, it might feel a bit too expensive.This was our second time staying at this cabin, and we had a great experience both times. Two years ago, it was MLK weekend and there was so much snow, we could sled down the hill in between the neighbors' houses! This time (in March), there was barely any snow and it was a balmy 70 degrees and sunny every day. There was just barely enough snow to ski in t-shirt weather at Dodge Ridge.The cabin is spacious and fun for two families to share. The bottom two bedrooms get really cold at night, so be prepared to either feel like you're camping outside, or use one of the space heaters. The upstairs loft sleeps 6 and is quite cozy. The kitchen is equipped with plenty of mismatched dishes, utensils, and pots — it's just a little haphazard and can take a minute to find everything.Darlene was helpful and easy to communicate with. The checkout process was especially simple. We returned a second time and would definitely return in the future, too. Thank you for hosting us!"

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Bear Valley Ski

4.5/5 (7 reviews)

Hit the slopes at Bear Valley Ski during your trip to Arnold. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

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What's the area like around Whale Rock?

Whale Rock is located in Arnold. Travelers like the surrounding area for its mountain views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 5 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Whale Rock?

Strawberry Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this inn offers a restaurant and free parking. You'll find it 16 mi (25.7 km) from Whale Rock. Other good options around the area include Dardanelle Retreat - 4,200 sqft, Pets okay, Pool Table, Games - Swim, Hike, Ski and Timberline Lodge - Arnold - Bear Valley.

How many hotels will I find close to Whale Rock?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Whale Rock.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Whale Rock, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Whale Rock.

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Timberline Lodge - Arnold - Bear Valley

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