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Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.0 star property

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Lobby
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub
Free daily self-service breakfast
Lobby
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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4 Godfrey Dr, Orono, ME, 04473
  • Place, Penobscot River
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Maine
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Cross Insurance Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Pet-Friendly)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Pet-Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet-Friendly)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet-Friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Pet-Friendly)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Pet-Friendly)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Orono

When you stay at Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel in Orono, you'll be near the airport and within a short 3-minute drive from Penobscot River. .This hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Alfond Stadium and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Orono Farmer's Market.

What's nearby

  • Penobscot River - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Bangor Mall - 6 min drive - 11.9 km
  • University of Maine - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Cross Insurance Center - 13 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Maine Savings Amphitheater - 13 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Orono House of Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Governor's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers 68 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 68 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a sauna and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.
A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Orono? This hotel has 7556 square feet (702 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served each morning between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (7,556 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 3 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 8.72 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Black Bear Conference Center
Black Bear Conference Center Orono
Black Bear Inn
Black Bear Inn Conference Center
Black Bear Inn Conference Center Orono
Black Bear Inn Orono
Black Bear Hotel Orono
Black Bear Inn And Conference Center Orono, Maine
Orono Best Western
Black Bear Orono
Best Western Orono
Black Bear Inn Conference Center Suites

Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 632 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1006 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rachel, Ellsworth

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Cleanliness 10/10 Coziness 10/10 Complimentary snacks 100/10 Thin walls: hearing every.single.bump -10/10 Would have been a perfect stay had it not sounded like a basketball game was being played above my bed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient,parking great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristofer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice and room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, unbeatable price, pretty good free breakfast too!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was excellent...
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

KERRY

They're now charging a "service fee" of $8.00 if you don't book your room directly through the hotel, i.e., use a third party such as Hotels.com instead. It was charged at the front desk when I checked in although our room billing was handled by Hotels.com. It kind of defeats the purpose for using third parties.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and professional staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Misha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eryn

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Travelled with partner
Our room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable, with a charming rustic feel. The entire hotel was well maintained, and the staff were warm and welcoming. Breakfast offered plenty of options, and the added touch of a hot beef stew in the lobby on a cold day was such a thoughtful surprise. Highly recommend the Black Bear Inn!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eryn

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Redi

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I will stay here with my dog again for sure nice friendly people and clean place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was very clean, staff was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
The staff all around was very friendly & accommodating but the beds are in desperate need of upgrades....we felt EVERY spring!! Rooms were clean but are also in need of upgrades.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Branden

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Storm

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

gretchen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bo

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025