Our family of 5 (part of a group of 27) stayed at Bear Lodge for the first time January 2026; had the most wonderful holiday and would love to return year on year! The rooms were clean and although small, were ideal for what we needed, a place to sleep! Our balcony overlooked the slope and meant we were able to watch the avalanche dog boarding the chairlift every morning, which was quite the treat!
The staff on site are extremely attentive and helpful. Particular mention to Charlie who had to deal with the carnage of 14 children most meal times but handled it calmly, always with a smile on his face and to Isabella who assisted my daughters in the bear cubs kids club. Her thoughtfulness and positivity meant that my youngest daughter had the most amazing week even though, at 5, she was unsure about the skiing lessons.
Special mention to the food, bravo to the young chefs, it was delicious!!!
The hotel amenities are a lovely bonus - there's nothing better than a dip in a hot tub, after a full day skiing but if I was being really picky the swimming pool could do with being slightly warmer. The on-site ski shop was extremely convenient, meaning collection of skis and boots etc. is quick and simple, and can be done in a way that doesn't disrupt ski time or involve dragging loads of kids to a nearby village!
The hotel boasts a cinema room which was great for the children to congregate in and constantly showed films for them to enjoy. The disappointment here is that it is not available during the most needed hours (over adult dinner) as it is reserved for pyjama club (a paid extra). Definitely something that could do with review. The bar was a good alternative as it has a pool table, tv, dart board etc. but not an ideal space for unsupervised children to gather whilst other adults are trying to enjoy a peaceful drink.
Overall, the hotel far surpassed our expectations. We barely walked anyway, as the slope was literally outside the boot room and the collection spot for the children's ski lessons organised through the hotel, was outside the door to the kids club. This made for a very relaxed, stress free holiday. Thank you all at Bear Lodge! Hopefully see you again very soon.