St. Bernard Lodge one of the closest hotels near Lassen Volcanic National Park
Escape to the Northern California wilderness at the historic St. Bernard Lodge, the perfect place to relax, unplug, and reconnect to the natural world that surrounds you. St. Bernard Lodge is located on ten gorgeous acres just outside the small town of Chester. The lodge is near Lassen Volcanic National Park, Lassen National Forest, Lake Almanor, the Pacific Crest Trail, and countless other outdoor treasures.
A beloved lodging stop for travelers since the 1920s, St. Bernard Lodge is a popular international destination for travelers from around the country and the globe. The rustic charm of our warm, knotty-pine interiors and quaint rooms make the St. Bernard Lodge the ideal choice for your back-to-nature escape when visiting Lassen Volcanic National Park or Lake Almanor. The hotel happens to be a great stop when traveling the Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway between Crater Lake and Lassen Park.
Couples, families, groups, and individuals will feel at home at our warm, welcoming hotel with bed & breakfast amenities. Envision yourself relaxing in our tavern or outside on the patio with views of snow-capped mountains. St. Bernard Lodge is a unique Bed and Breakfast; not only do we provide a hearty breakfast, but arrangements can also be made for dinner or evening cocktails.
Our friendly and knowledgeable hotel staff is here to help with all trip planning stages, both before and during your stay. We are experts on the area and will do whatever we can to ensure your trip is smooth, memorable, and fun. Whether you come to explore the great outdoors or step away from the stresses of modern life, we are here to make sure your stay at St. Bernard Lodge is one you will never forget.
Why Stay With Us?
- Free WiFi
- Free Parking/ parking available for trailers/boats
- Central Air conditioning
- Full Breakfast served between 8 am – 9:30 am
- Dinner available on site with advanced dinner reservation and order
- Comphy Sheets
- Robes
- Convenient location for visiting Lassen Volcanic National Park
Conditions after the Dixie and Park Fires
St. Bernard Lodge was fortunate to have limited property damage from the Dixie Fire. The lodge is fine. However, some trees and outbuildings were damaged.
Lassen Volcanic National Park had some damage. Please visit their website for current updates as the season progresses. For the 2024 season, the SE corner of Lassen Park is closed to traffic.
Lake Almanor will be fully open for the 2024 season. Downtown Chester will also have several new restaurants and retail shops.
Visit the Farmer’s Market at Chester Park on Thursday evenings from June to September. Visit our events page for other special happenings.
The Park Fire did not burn into Lassen Volcanic National Park, St. Bernard Lodge, or the Lake Almanor Basin.
Area Driving and Hiking Guides
- Lassen Hiking Guide
- Lassen Volcanic National Park summer/fall guide
- Lassen volcanic National Park winter/spring guide
- An Ancient Trail a Maidu Auto Tour
- Fall Color Driving Guide
- Downtown Quincy Walking Tour
- Chester History Tour
Making online reservations
The reservation system currently allows no more than two guests in a room to ensure we limit the total number of guests on a given night.
If you wish to have additional guests in a room, you must call the lodge for a reservation. The extra charge for the third or fourth person in a room is 35 dollars each.
The reservation system has limited rooms available for one-night stays Sunday through Thursday. If you need a one-night stay on a Friday or Saturday, please call the lodge directly at 530-258-3382. Depending on availability, we may be able to accommodate a one-night booking.
If you need any additional information about the lodge’s current policies or have general questions about the area, please call.
Thank you for choosing the St. Bernard Lodge in beautiful Northern California! Ensuring your comfort and relaxation is our top priority, and we encourage you to contact us if we can assist with your plans while visiting our area.
Please note: In style with old European beds and breakfasts, each room has a sink, and full bathrooms are down the hall.
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Location, Location, Location...
The lodge is a convenient location if you are planning on visiting more than one area of the park. It is an easy 20-minute drive to the south west entrance, 15 minutes to Lake Almanor, one hour to Drakesbad, Juniper Lake or Cinder Cone.
