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Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.0 star property

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A living room with a wooden coffee table, a television on a wooden stand, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a door leading to a bedroom.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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4 Godfrey Dr, Orono, ME, 04473
  • Place, Penobscot River
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Maine
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Maine Savings Amphitheater
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a nightstand with a clock, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a nightstand with a clock, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

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

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a clock, a chair, and a desk.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a desk lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a desk lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a nightstand with a clock, and a framed picture on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

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A hotel room with a wooden bed, a white bathtub, a flat-screen TV, and a large mirror.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a nightstand with a clock, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a desk lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Orono

Located within a mile (2 km) of Penobscot River, Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Alfond Stadium. This 68-room, 3-star hotel has free in-room WiFi along with free self parking and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Penobscot River - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • University of Maine - 9 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Cross Insurance Center - 12 min drive - 14.8 miles
  • Hollywood Casino at Bangor - 13 min drive - 15.0 miles
  • Maine Savings Amphitheater - 14 min drive - 15.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chinatown Express - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Guests staying at Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel enjoy a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. A stay here includes free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, a conference center, and a 24-hour business center.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Housekeeping is available 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.

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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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 8.72 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

As of Aug 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel on Sep 7, 2026 start from $147, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do near Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the hotel's location in Orono, which is close to Bangor Mall, Pushaw Lake, and Collins Center for the Arts. You'll also find Penobscot River and Alfond Stadium within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yes, extended and self parking are offered for free at the hotel. Free RV/bus/truck parking and wheelchair-accessible van parking are also available for guests.

Does Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel include a casino?

No, Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a sauna and a free daily breakfast plus some guestrooms include bathrobes.

Does Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers free self-serve breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel for a fee of USD 25 per accommodation, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

The closest major airport to Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel is Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR), which is 10.8 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel.

Black Bear Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 671 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1019 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Mabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and affordable hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very much enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with nice clean rooms and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great not our first stay won't be our last.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Franklin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, comfortable beds, clean rooms, and sufficient amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gilberto

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Always a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience as usual for the Black Bear Inn
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, rooms were nice, complimentary breakfast options great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Black Bear Inn was fabulous. I really enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Whenever we're in the area, we always try to stay here. The rooms are awesome, always clean, comfortable beds, staff is great & we always enjoy the breakfasts (there is quite a bit to choose from....hot & cold....and they're good about keeping it well stocked). There's tons of parking & it's in a safe/beautiful area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Damaris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, the staff was very pleasant and helpful. Loved that they have soup and ice cream
Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Franklin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff snd attractive property.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Experience A plus in hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As always my stay was wonderful. I love the Black Bear Inn! The staff is so nice, the rooms are beautiful, the breakfast nook is so well stocked & delicious. Thanks for another great stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice staff and nice hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, updated and comfortable. Breakfast was conveniently located and the food was good. Definitely a "stay there again!"
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great 5 days here visiting family, The hotel is clean and comfortable. The staff is lovely. The breakfast room had a lot to offer. We will be back .
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jozette M Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The breakfast was limited but the property is convenient for parents of University of Maine parents
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff at the front desk, Virginia was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and son stayed for the weekend and had only good things to say
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

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