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A university town with historic roots

Orono sits along the Penobscot River as Maine's intellectual center, home to the University of Maine's flagship campus designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. The town's identity intertwines with academic life, where 19th-century brick buildings and tree-lined quads create an atmosphere balancing scholarly pursuits with New England charm. Downtown's Main Street Historic District preserves lumber-era architecture, while the Collins Center for the Arts brings Broadway tours and symphony performances to this riverside community of 11,000.

Cultural experiences and outdoor access

The Hudson Museum houses Pre-Columbian artifacts and Maine Indian basketry, offering world-class collections in an intimate setting. The Orono Bog Boardwalk provides a rare opportunity to traverse a northern peat bog via a 1-mile elevated path, designated as a National Natural Landmark. The campus rewards exploration, with its Olmsted landscape offering the same design principles that shaped Central Park.

Practical considerations

The Community Connector bus links Orono to Bangor International Airport, though renting a car offers greater flexibility. Downtown's cafes and Orono Brewing Company provide casual meeting spaces, while the town's position along I-95 makes it an ideal base for day trips to Acadia or Baxter State Park.

Frequently Asked Questions about Orono

Can I book hotels in Orono on Delta Stays using miles?

Yes, you can use your Delta miles to book your Orono hotel stay, or you can combine your miles with cash for more flexibility. Upon accessing your Delta SkyMiles® account, you will find Member-valued offers at participating properties that could enhance your visit.

What are the benefits if I use Delta Stays to book my hotel stay in Orono?

SkyMiles Members can earn 2 miles per $1 spent on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays, get access to Member offers at select properties, and can pay with miles, cash, or a combination of both. To ensure you earn your miles, simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout when paying with cash. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

What is the policy to change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Cancellation policies vary by property. Make sure to review the cancellation terms displayed in the property information section before confirming your reservation. Some rates are refundable, while others are non-refundable. Please note that if you make changes to or cancel your booking, this may affect the number of miles you earn and receive in your account.

Can my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card be used for booking?

As a Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Cardholder, you can earn additional miles along with valuable benefits, including an annual statement credit of up to $200 applicable toward prepaid accommodations booked through Delta Cars and Stays. Terms apply. Learn more about your benefits at the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

Occasionally, Delta Stays may offer SkyMiles Members an opportunity to earn Medallion® Qualification Dollars on hotels and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays. For the most current MQD earning opportunities and their associated requirements, we recommend visiting the dedicated Delta Stays MQD Offer page where you can review all available offers and their corresponding terms and conditions.

In order to book a hotel on Delta Stays, do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member?

No, Delta Stays accommodations are accessible to all travelers seeking hotel reservations. Nevertheless, enrollment as a SkyMiles Member provides you with opportunities to accumulate miles and gain access to preferential pricing and promotions available only to Members. As a SkyMiles Member, you will receive 2 miles per $1 spent through Delta Cars and Stays (not including taxes and other charges). Joining the SkyMiles program is entirely free. Visit the delta.com to join today.

Can I book a vacation rental through Delta Stays?

Yes, in addition to traditional hotels, Delta Stays provides an extensive collection of vacation rentals for your vacation. You can explore a variety of homes, condos, and distinctive accommodations powered by Vrbo on the Vacation Rentals page.

Which hotels have good ratings in Orono?

Hotel Ursa has a guest rating of 9.6 out of 10, and features a cafe and proposal/romance packages.

What's a good time of year to visit Orono?

To experience Orono during great weather, consider a visit in July when the temperature averages in the mid-70s and the skies are mostly sunny. For off-peak prices and more deals on hotels, consider visiting during April when temperatures reach the upper 40s with fewer visitors and lower pricing.

Which hotels in Orono are located closest to University of Maine?

The University of Maine's 3,300-acre campus features the Littlefield Ornamental Gardens and Hudson Museum's ethnographic collection, blending historic architecture with natural beauty. Popular hotels include Hotel Ursa which is an 11-minute walk.

Which hotels in Orono are near Collins Center for the Arts?

The Collins Center for the Arts showcases world-class performances in its acoustically designed 1,435-seat concert hall, where you can explore the Hudson Museum's global exhibits before showtime. One popular hotel is Hotel Ursa which is steps away.

Which hotels in Orono are located closest to Orono Farmer's Market?

Browse stalls of fresh Maine produce, artisanal cheeses, and local meats at this year-round community hub. Arrive early on Saturdays for the best selection and Vietnamese specialties. Popular hotels include Hotel Ursa which is steps away.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar