Best rooms for families and groups at Big Cedar Lodge
For families and groups at Big Cedar Lodge, choose multi-bedroom cottages and cabins (like Two Bedroom Cabin, Two Bedroom Cabin With Loft, Bass Pro Four Bedroom Cottage, Payne's Valley Four Bedroom Cottage, and Villa at Integrity Hills) for separate sleeping areas and living space. For smaller families, One Room Cabin with Loft or Family Cabin with Loft give extra beds and a living area while keeping everyone together.
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Best picks for families who need separate bedrooms
Two-bedroom and family cabins give private sleeping rooms plus a shared living area — useful when you need naps, early bedtimes, or a place for the kids to play. Typical options include Two Bedroom Cabin, Two Bedroom Cabin With Loft, Family Cabin, and Family Cabin with Loft.
These units often list multiple fixed beds (king, queen, doubles or sofa beds) so you can spread people across rooms rather than stacking everyone in one space. For examples of the living-area layout in a multi-bedroom cabin, see photo 56.
- Two Bedroom Cabin — beds: 2 King Beds
- Two Bedroom Cabin With Loft — beds: 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed (or alternate bed mix listed)
- Family Cabin / Family Cabin with Loft — mixes of King, Queen and Queen Sofa Bed for flexible sleeping
| Room type | Typical beds (as listed) |
|---|---|
| Two Bedroom Cabin | 2 King Beds |
| Two Bedroom Cabin With Loft | King + Queen + Double (plus sofa bed options) |
| Family Cabin with Loft | King, Queen, Queen Sofa Bed, Double Bed |
Where to stay for large groups
If you’re booking for a large family reunion or a multi-family group, look to the dedicated multi-bedroom cottages and villas. Payne's Valley Four Bedroom Cottage, Bass Pro Four Bedroom Cottage, Villa at Integrity Hills, and Valley View Governor's Suite are the resort’s largest-occupancy options.
These units provide multiple private bedrooms plus living and dining spaces that let groups gather for meals or game nights without crowding a single hotel room. The Payne's Valley Four Bedroom Cottage is an example of a villa-level rental with private outdoor features; see photo 77 for an exterior reference.
- Payne's Valley Four Bedroom Cottage — listed beds: 8 Queen Beds
- Bass Pro Four Bedroom Cottage — listed beds: 2 King Beds and 4 Queen Beds
- Villa at Integrity Hills — listed beds: 3 King Beds and 5 Queen Beds
- Valley View Governor's Suite — listed beds: 1 King Bed and 4 Queen Beds
| Large-unit name | Beds (as listed) |
|---|---|
| Payne's Valley Four Bedroom Cottage | 8 Queen Beds |
| Bass Pro Four Bedroom Cottage | 2 King Beds and 4 Queen Beds |
| Villa at Integrity Hills | 3 King Beds and 5 Queen Beds |
Best cottages for families who want cottage living
Buffalo Ridge Two Bedroom Cottage, Bass Pro Two Bedroom Family Cottage, and Bass Pro Shops Cottage with Loft give the cottage feel (fireplace, living area, kitchenette in some) while accommodating families with multiple fixed beds.
Buffalo Ridge Two Bedroom Cottage lists multiple queen beds across bedrooms and open living space; Bass Pro–branded cottages add lofts or extra twin beds for children or teens.
- Buffalo Ridge Two Bedroom Cottage — listed beds: 4 Queen Beds
- Bass Pro Two Bedroom Family Cottage — listed beds: 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
- Bass Pro Shops Cottage with Loft — listed beds: 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
| Cottage | Beds (as listed) |
|---|---|
| Buffalo Ridge Two Bedroom Cottage | 4 Queen Beds |
| Bass Pro Two Bedroom Family Cottage | 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds |
| Bass Pro Shops Cottage with Loft | 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds |
Good options for small families and toddlers
If you prefer to keep everyone in a single open space, consider One Room Cabin, One Room Cabin with Loft, Mountain Top One Room Cottage, or Valley View 2 Bedroom With Kitchenette (the latter adds a separate bedroom plus a double sofa bed).
One Room Cabin with Loft can add sleeping space in a loft while keeping a communal living area on the main level — handy when you want a single unit with extra beds for kids.
- One Room Cabin — flexible bed setups listed (king, queen, or twin sofa bed on some listings)
- One Room Cabin with Loft — adds loft sleeping area in many floorplans
- Mountain Top One Room Cottage — listed beds: 2 Queen Beds
| Room | Why it works for small families |
|---|---|
| One Room Cabin | Single open living/sleeping area; some have kitchenettes |
| One Room Cabin with Loft | Main floor living + loft sleeping for kids |
| Mountain Top One Room Cottage | Two queens in one cottage for a small family |
Practical policies and family considerations
Big Cedar Lodge is family-friendly and lists children’s programs, a playground, an arcade, and a children’s pool among on-site activities; supervised childcare and the children’s club are available for a surcharge.
Important booking and arrival facts to note: check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is before 11:00 AM; guests must be 21 or older to check in (active-duty military is the exception at 18). The resort charges a mandatory resort fee per accommodation per night that covers fitness center and pool access, shuttle service, self parking, housekeeping and some in-room items.
- Minimum check-in age: 21 (active-duty military exception at 18)
- Check-in: starts at 4:00 PM; check-out: before 11:00 AM
- Resort fee covers fitness center access, pool access, shuttle, parking, in-room coffee, housekeeping, concierge (fee is mandatory)
| Policy | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Check-in/check-out | Check-in from 4:00 PM; check-out before 11:00 AM |
| Minimum age to check in | 21 (18 for active-duty military) |
| Resort fee | Mandatory per accommodation per night (covers select services listed by property) |
Dining and activities for families during your stay
Big Cedar Lodge offers a wide range of on-site dining from casual to fine dining — casual family-friendly choices include Devil's Pool, Truman Cafe & Custard, Mountain Top Grill, and Uncle Buck's Fish Bowl & Grill, while The Worman House and Osage Restaurant require reservations for finer dining.
Families can balance mealtimes with activities: pools (including a children’s pool and seasonal lazy river), Fun Mountain (arcade, indoor mini golf, ropes course), boat rentals at nearby marinas, and guided nature walks at Top of the Rock are all offered or available near the resort.
- Casual family spots: Devil's Pool, Truman Cafe & Custard, Mountain Top Grill, Uncle Buck's
- Fine dining with reservations: The Worman House, Osage Restaurant
- On-site activities: children’s pool, seasonal lazy river, Fun Mountain activity center, playground, supervised children’s programs (surcharge)
| Dining | Best for |
|---|---|
| Devil's Pool | Casual family meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch |
| Truman Cafe & Custard | Quick breakfast, pastries, and ice cream |
| The Worman House / Osage Restaurant | Fancier dinners; reservations recommended |
