Top Orono Venues

• Spaces for 320 Guests

Black Bear Inn is a 68-room hotel and conference center in Orono, Maine, operated by New England Hospitality and affiliated with the Ascend Hotel Collection. Located just off Interstate 95, the inn sits minutes from the University of Maine campus and within easy reach of Old Town and Bangor. The property offers flexible meeting space across two floors, making it a practical choice for corporate conferences, team gatherings, and group events. On-site bus parking accommodates larger delegations. A dedicated events contact — Gary Purington — supports groups through the planning process. Guest amenities include a daily continental breakfast, an exercise room, a sauna, and pet-friendly accommodations. All rooms feature microwaves, mini-refrigerators, Keurig coffee makers, and WiFi. Accessible rooms are available on-site.

• Spaces for 36-180 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 1 Outdoor
• 4 Total Spaces

The Lucerne Inn is a 200-year-old inn set along the shores of Phillips Lake in Dedham, Maine, about 15 miles from Bangor. Its Colonial clapboard architecture and views of Bald Mountain frame an event property with a distinctly New England character — antique furnishings, period artwork, and individual fireplaces throughout. For private events and weddings, the inn offers four dedicated spaces ranging from an intimate enclosed lake porch to a tented patio accommodating up to 180 guests. The Overlook, housed in a separate building from the Main Inn, features recessed chandeliers, a decorative fireplace, and an alcove with direct views of the lake and mountain. An on-site event coordinator and full catering team handle everything from rehearsal dinners to multi-day celebrations, with guest room blocks available for up to 10 rooms.

• Spaces for 150 Guests

Alamoosook Lakeside Inn sits on 4.5 acres along the shores of Alamoosook Lake in Orland, Maine, with 540 feet of waterfront. The property has operated as a hospitality destination since the 1960s, founded by Winston Ferris and now led by his great-grandchild Chausey Ashey alongside Michele Booker. The inn accommodates up to 150 guests for weddings, family reunions, and private celebrations, with the flexibility to hold lakeside ceremonies or cozy indoor gatherings. On-site catering draws on locally sourced Maine ingredients — including fresh seafood and local produce — and the culinary team works with couples and event hosts to shape personalized menus in multi-course or family-style formats. Bar service is also available on-site. Overnight guests can stay in six double-occupancy guest rooms or a four-bedroom house, making the inn well suited for multi-day celebrations or retreat-style gatherings.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

At the Bangor Aviator Hotel, your meeting experience will be totally elevated. You can keep focused on everything on your agenda, from brainstorming meetings and collaborative workshops to celebratory celebrations and more, thanks to our flexible environment and responsive service. The Bangor Aviator Hotel is the best location for everything that takes you to The Queen City and beyond because it is the only hotel immediately connected to Bangor International Airport. Our first-class comfort and unbeatable position make this the ideal place to land, recline, and rest for as long as you'd like, whether you're coming for work, pleasure, or a little bit of both. In one of the largest conference spaces in Bangor, Maine, get down to business in any sense of the word and present your next big idea. Please tell us a little bit about your upcoming event in the form on our website, and we'll start putting together a tailored package for you.