The Inland Empire Hotels

In the San Gabriel and San Bernardino mountains, most accommodations are bed-and-breakfasts or rustic cabins, though Lake Arrowhead offers more luxurious resort lodging. Rates for Big Bear lodgings fluctuate widely, depending on the season. When winter snow brings droves of Angelenos to the mountains for skiing, expect to pay sky-high prices for any kind of room. Most establishments require a two-night stay on weekends. In Riverside, you might enjoy a stay at the landmark Mission Inn, a rambling Spanish-style hotel with elaborate courtyards, fountains, and a mixture of ornate Mission revival-, Spanish baroque-, Renaissance revival-, and Asian-architecture styles. In the wine country, lodgings can be found at wineries, golf resorts, and chain hotels.