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Black Bear Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection

3.0 star property
Hotel in Orono with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Relax in this cozy retreat with a comfortable bed, sofa, and dining table.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a beautifully designed counter and a unique bear sculpture.
Relax in a serene gazebo surrounded by lush greenery and a soothing stone fountain.
Surrounded by lush greenery, this complex offers a serene environment with multiple buildings and a spacious parking lot.
Cozy living space with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is RM501
RM583 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul

Room options

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Map
4 Godfrey Dr, Orono, ME, 04473

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
  • Hollywood Casino at Bangor - 14 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.) - 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

Hotel near the airport
You can look forward to free self-service breakfast, a fireplace in reception and a gym at Black Bear Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. In addition to a 24-hour business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • Express check-out, a water dispenser and luggage storage
  • A computer station, barbecues and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 68 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

Languages

English

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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
  • 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
  • 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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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 are 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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 USD100 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 transport 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Black Bear Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 10 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Black Bear Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection on 16 Jul 2025 start from RM 501.02, 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.

How much is parking at Black Bear Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Black Bear Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Black Bear Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Black Bear Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Penobscot River and within 3 miles (5 km) of Alfond Stadium and Orono Farmer's Market. Hudson Museum and Collins Center for the Arts are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Black Bear Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 589 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, clean, friendly staff and quiet location!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close to the highway we needed to use for our day excursions. The staff were super nice and the rooms were nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Found it on Expedia excellent hotel for price. Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here many times and it’s always great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful, quiet property located in a nice area. Our first time to Bangor & we'll definitely be staying here again. The staff was great & they had a good selection for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the university and just a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice experience
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at the Black Bear several times over 6 years and always find the facility and rooms very clean. We really like that we can make our own Belgium waffles in the morning at the continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It was one of the best hotels we’ve been in and stayed at . Everything about it was excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the sink outside the bathroom. That was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

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

Carrie-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Local beer on arrival. And coffee, tea, and broccoli cheese soup. Choice of floor! Nice breakfast spread.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claude

Wonderful Area
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceptional, with 24 hour snacks and coffeee
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

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

10/10 Excellent

HEIDI

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

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

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

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

8/10 Good

Ramin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my second time staying in the past 2 weeks. Our first visit was really good...until they locked us out of our room 45 min before check out time...we had to go get our key fixed because our bags were still in the room. Then while we did get back in to get our belongings they were knocking on the door to clean the room again before check out time. The room was great and clean. We decided to stay again...this time we were put in the first floor. Again great room Clean an cozy....but getting woken up to a childs loud screaming wasnt the best.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought i lost keys and the staff went out of their way to look after we checked out.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient stay on our way north
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024