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Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Free daily self-serve breakfast

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
$95
$87 nightly
$95 total
Total with taxes and fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10

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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

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

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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

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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

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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

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

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

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Orono

When you stay at Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel in Orono, you'll be near the airport and within a 5-minute drive of Penobscot River. .This hotel is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from Cross Insurance Center and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Alfond Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Penobscot River - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • University of Maine - 8 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Cross Insurance Center - 13 min drive - 14.4 miles
  • Maine Savings Amphitheater - 13 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Hollywood Casino at Bangor - 14 min drive - 14.6 miles

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
  • ‪Governor's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel in Orono with free breakfast and a fitness center
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 transportation

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • 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 center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (7,556 square feet 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.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 3 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

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

Property 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. 617 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, the stay was great. My level of comfort usually depends on the least amount of interactions possible, convenient check in/out and amenities (whether I choose to use them or not). I’m usually exhausted by the time I get to any hotel I choose to stay at. So I really appreciated that Virginia was able to accommodate my early arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stacey

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devora, Stratham

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Perfect for U Maine Friends and Famiky weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael, Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room and common area; easy, plentiful and well-lit parking area; cordial but minimal staff communication;
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay and clean! The room for breakfast was small so occasionally during the busy mornings there wasn't a place to sit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Staff member Zoey was super helpful! Loved the Black Bear Inn!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Private setting off the main road. Large parking lot for hotel guests only. Offered large breakfast options, evening soup of the day and ice cream. Easy on and off expressway. Large selection of restaurants near.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori, Kennewick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet clean room with plenty of space. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Washington

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camille

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Wonderful property

Amazing property, close to the airport but did’nt feel like an airport hotel. The bed was probably the most comfortable bed I have ever slept in! Cookies and snacks at check in and a fabulous breakfast. Will definately be back when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is not the first time for us. We always stay at the Black Bear Inn when we kayak on local rivers.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kerstin, Sparkill

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I only stayed for one night. I had a nice big room with a desk to do some work. The hotel has a small store with some food, but no bar or restaurant. The room has a coffee maker. The hotel is offering a basic breakfast. The surroundings are quiet, no restaurants close by.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent!

Excellent! All of it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

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

10/10 Excellent

Lina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lora

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel was clean, quiet and centrally located.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Eduardo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was clean and staff was friendly. However, we could not sleep due to the upstairs having an extremely thin ceiling. We could hear every footstep. I asked to be move but the front desk said they were sold out. I am sorry to say but next time in Orono, we will not be staying at the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025