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Black Bear Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection

3.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Orono hotel

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
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Lobby
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
4 Godfrey Dr, Orono, ME, 04473
  • Bangor Mall
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • University of Maine
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Maine Savings Amphitheater
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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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

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

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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
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

About the area

Orono

Close to airport.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Orono hotel, you'll find Penobscot River and Alfond Stadium. Orono Farmer's Market and Hudson Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Collins Center for the Arts - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Bangor Mall - 7 min drive - 11.9 km
  • University of Maine - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Maine Savings Amphitheater - 13 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Cross Insurance Center - 14 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Aroma Joe's - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Black Bear Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection

Enjoy free breakfast at this Orono hotel
Black Bear Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection offers its guests a sauna and a fitness center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business center and meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is available daily. Event space at this hotel measures 7556 square feet (702 square meters) and includes a conference center. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly Black Bear Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection. Self parking is free.

This Orono hotel is smoke free.

  • 68 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 7556 sq ft of conference space
  • 702 sq m of conference space
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Black Bear Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection 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.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 8.72 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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 may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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, Ascend Hotel Collection Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 583 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donya

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay and this is a very nice hotel. The breakfast could be expanded a little bit. Maybe a few different choices of breakfast sandwiches perhaps. Otherwise it was great and we will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Our 2-night stay was enjoyable close to the event. Quiet, clean and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and updated. Plenty of parking. Right off the highway.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Chris and Amy

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claude

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Wonderful Area
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Nice room bad beds

Nice clean, spacious room. Bed was very hard like sleeping on the floor.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Black Bear Inn is a really nice budget hotel if you're going to Orono, Maine. The hotel staff was super nice and informative during both check in and when we had questions about an early check out. The only thing you should keep in mind is during the day the highway is super loud because of it's right off the exit, but don't worry because at night it is super quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very comforrable experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet rooms. Staff was very friendly! Easy check in/check out.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edgardo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

HOIMING BONNY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Room is too noisy.

We stayed at room 326. The room is close to the road and was very very noisy. My wife lost her sleep the whole night. wonder if the windows are sound-insulated.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

jamie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel. Clean, quiet and the most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maica

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The area is quiet and the inn is super easy to get to from the highway. Rooms are clean and spacious. We had a lovely, warm welcome at reception. Will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the newly renovated rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

HEIDI

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room clean friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024