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Black Bear Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection

4.3(593)
Hotel

About

Black Bear Inn, part of the Ascend Hotel Collection, offers clean, comfortable rooms just off Interstate 95 in Orono, minutes from the University of Maine campus. The hotel balances convenience with quiet, wooded surroundings, making it easy for business travelers to focus and recharge.

Event planners will appreciate the hotel's approachable hospitality and practical amenities, including free parking, WiFi, and a daily continental breakfast. Its location near Bangor's business and entertainment districts adds flexibility for after-hours client dinners or team outings.

Best for

  • University-area team stays & offsites
  • Quiet corporate lodging near Bangor
  • Small group meetings with breakfast included

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Convenient access near University of Maine and Bangor
Location
Convenient access near University of Maine and Bangor
Situated just 7 minutes from the University of Maine campus and 15 minutes from Bangor, this hotel offers easy access off Interstate 95, making it a practical choice for business travelers and event attendees.
Complimentary breakfast with evening soup and ice cream
Amenities
Complimentary breakfast with evening soup and ice cream
Guests enjoy a daily continental breakfast included with their stay, plus complimentary offerings like chicken noodle dumpling soup and ice cream in the evening, adding a welcoming touch beyond standard hotel fare.

At a glance

Rated 4.3 on Google · 593 reviews