Hotel Ursa

4.0 star property
Hotel in Orono with a fitness center and a 24-hour business center
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Cafe
Business center
Room, 2 Queen Beds (Holmes) | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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1 Moosehead Road, Orono, ME, 04469
  • Place, Collins Center for the Arts
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Penobscot River
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Maine
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬
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Room options

Room, 1 King Bed (Historic)

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Minor)

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Holmes)

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Holmes)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Holmes)

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Historic)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

Standard room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

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

Suite, 1 King Bed (Historic)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Historic)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite (Holmes)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Orono

Hotel Ursa places you within a 5-minute walk of Orono Farmer's Market and Hudson Museum. This 95-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Orono Farmer's Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hudson Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Collins Center for the Arts - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Penobscot River - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Maine - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Orono House of Pizza - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Governor's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Hotel Ursa

Hotel in Orono with a fitness center and a 24-hour business center
Hotel Ursa features a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a 24-hour business center. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a library and a gift shop.
55-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Coffee makers and ironing boards are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include 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
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 150 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Major Minor Cafe

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Library

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Visual doorbell notification
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 150 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per stay

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free 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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Ursa Hotel
Hotel Ursa Orono
Hotel Ursa Hotel Orono

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Ursa?

Hotel Ursa offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Ursa?

As of Dec 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ursa on Dec 28, 2025 start from $165.0, excluding 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 see close to Hotel Ursa?

This hotel is located in Orono, just steps from Hudson Museum and Orono Farmer's Market, and within a short walk of Collins Center for the Arts. You'll also find Penobscot River and Alfond Stadium less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Ursa?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Hotel Ursa feature a casino?

No, Hotel Ursa doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Ursa?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel Ursa?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as proposal/romance packages and a nature reserve.

Does Hotel Ursa have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Ursa have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Ursa serves to-go breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Major Minor Cafe.

Does Hotel Ursa allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Hotel Ursa for a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay.

Does Hotel Ursa have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Hotel Ursa?

The closest major airport to Hotel Ursa is Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR), which is 12.9 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Ursa?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Ursa.

Hotel Ursa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 549 out of 639 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 639 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 639 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 639 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 639 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room. Clean and comfortable. The young man at the front desk was pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

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

10/10 Excellent

Paloma, Croton On Hudson

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay in Orono!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Gig Harbor

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel located in the U of Maine Campus. Room was huge and our 2 queen beds were comfortable. Good value.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

AMANDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, safe, quiet. Friendly staff, easy check in!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

C Bruce

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Illya

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best option in this area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ciarra

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

Beautiful hotel

Clean room. Comfy beds. Bathroom was HUGE :) Quiet campus even after a busy concert night in Bangor. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francesco, Barrington

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and roomy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay if your in the Orono area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location within Univ of Maine campus. Great decor for theme. Interested in Ursa bear/astrology theming thruout.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was awesome. Clean, quiet, comfortable. The only trouble was the billing. I had a receipt from Expedia , but they claimed the pmt hadnt gone through and required me to pay again. Then, they billed two more times. It took a lot of back andcforth to get them to refund excess charges.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

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

10/10 Excellent

Letitia

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice comfortable, clean room. Pet friendly also!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good. I stayed in the new Building. Everything was spotless and bad.It was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a little noisy within the building. You could hear the ppl in the rooms talking and a beep (like a microwave beep). The next morning the wasn’t a lot of hot water when taking a shower. However, the room was nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julianne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel Ursa is beautiful and so accessible to UMaine Orono!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dot

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Dixon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t realize that the hotel was on the campus of the University of Maine, but thought it was a fun experience. What’s even better was that reception/check in is in the old chemistry building that had been used for 100 years and then vacant for 50 years before becoming one of 3 buildings used for a hotel. So much history here! Beautiful campus, friendly staff, clean facilities, spacious rooms (we stayed in the new building), felt safe walking on campus after dark, thoroughly enjoyed our experience and highly recommend! My favorite hotel of the week! Wish we could have stayed there all week, but we traveled too far away to stay in the same hotel every night.
Holmes Hall - old chemistry building is where you check in
Hotel is on campus
Wide, spacious hallways
Spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025