Black Bear Manor is the best place I have ever stayed. The room (Room 6) is their best room, and has a jacuzzi and steam shower, which I utilized multiple times. Also, home cooked meals every morning, and they will actually sit down with you and talk to you (if you want, of course) When you come to Ouray, you have two great options for Lodging: 1) Black Bear Manor 2) Black Bear Manor in a fancy accent. read more

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I stayed here with my now wife, the night after we got engaged. The staff was so helpful and enthusiastic with helping me set up the king room with champagne and rose pedals and chocolate to make the perfect night! We plan on coming back every time we come back to visit Ouray!! read more

Black Bear Manor - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Ouray, Colorado

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Lovely quiet location with friendly staff! We stayed in room #10 for 3 nights. Elizabeth and Conner greeted us when we arrived. They were helpful with information about the manor. No formal check in, the key was in the door of your room for entry. They were outstanding for our entire stay. Breakfast each day was delicious, Elizabeth's stuffed French toast was the best. They asked each day if we had any food limitations which was nice to add or delete ingredients for a breakfast made to order. The last day friendly Laura was the chef for breakfast and did a fabulous job. At 5:00pm they had a happy hour with beer, wine and delicious cookies. We met other couples and visited in the reception area daily each with adventures of the day in Ouray. The location is beautiful and quiet with a short walk to the main street of the town. Parking is perfect right in front of the manor. The outdoor hot tub was the best after daytime hiking. Towels and robes were provided in a basket in the reception area. The hot tub had 7 powerful jets on your back and feet and it was never busy. Room 10 on the second floor at the end of the hallway was spacious with high ceilings and a jetted bathtub. It was nice to have 2 entry doors, one from inside the manor and a 2nd door to enter from the outside to the outdoor hot tub. This was our 1st stay at a B&B in the USA and it was a wonderful experience. The staff at Black Bear Manor made you feel welcomed and at home. Thank you Elizabeth, Conner and Laura! read more

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This place is the cutest, most quaint bed and breakfast in Ouray. It looks straight out of a movie. Now besides the look, and the comfiness of the room, Elizabeth is truly what made my stay just remarkable. She's up early every morning specially making everyone's breakfast from scratch. You can tell the love she puts into her food and the place as a whole. It's basically her who runs the show, and you can tell. She does the most amazing job. She makes everyone who walks through that wooden door, feel like they're at home. She has got to be the most genuine, hardworking, loving soul I have ever met! Thank you for making my first stay at a bed and breakfast and my first stay in Ouray life changing! Because that's what it was! And I owe it to Elizabeth. Thank you for all the hard work you do and continue to do. I cannot thank you enough!!! You deserve ALL the appreciation. read more

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This was our second time staying at Black Bear Manor. It's a great location close to the river and to Main Street. Our room was very quiet and with the balcony door open we could hear the river. Although basic, it had everything we needed with a big comfortable bed. We enjoyed the happy hour and conversing with other guests in the homey downstairs area. John is a great host who cooked us delicious breakfasts. read more

Good centralized location at the end of a dead end street. Room was spacious and clean. However, multiple small details were observed to be overlooked by staff such as a burned out light bulb on the ceiling fan, no additional toilet paper rolls provided, 2 air freshener containers in the bathroom were empty upon our arrival, multiple jets in the jetted tub in the room were not working, outdoor hot tub not working, no housekeeping services/fresh towels provided for our multiple days stay, minimal towels provided, comforter was put underneath top sheet on bed ? Which made it awkward to sleep/maintain a comfortable sleep temperature and bed was not fully made, no chairs for room balcony which was one of the main reasons we chose this particular room so we could sit out on the balcony. Room looked sparse as compared to website photos--no decorative pillows or accessories. We did not receive a text notifying our room was ready early. No one greeted us when we arrived and had to search around for someone to get the room key. Exterior paint was peeling and overall appearance looked poorly maintained. No cushions on outdoor chairs as shown in pictures. Breakfast was the biggest disappointment. Certainly didn't look or taste as should be expected for a B and B at this price point and not like the website photos. Juices were watered down and tasted horrible. Bacon was overcooked, eggs were cold. No other choices such as yogurt/muffins. There are better breakfasts at budget hotel chains. No water or other choices provided with a few cans of alcoholic beverages. Didn't see anything resembling a "Happy Hour." Was expecting Elizabeth who was raved about in other reviews and seemed to be what a B and B hostess should be. Never really saw any employees except briefly at breakfast. Seems to have gone down in quality since it was sold and taken over by new owners. Again the room was spacious and clean. Good location and quiet. Otherwise, below quality overall for the price and would find another option when we return to the area. read more

Absolutely the best experience we have ever had at a bed and breakfast. Tom and Cindy are the perfect hosts. The place is beautiful, clean, comfortable and fun. The breakfast each morning is amazing. You wont be dissapointed staying here. We will definitely be back. read more

Margaret is a kick to chat with... We stayed in room 8, very clean and comfy. read more

Black Bear Manor - Great sunny fall day in Ouray. - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Ouray, Colorado

Wonderful place to stay in Ouray. Easy to walk anywhere in the city. Tom and Cindy are great hosts. Food was delicious. Room was elegant. Would definitely go back. read more

This little inn is a must visit location! If you are staying in Ouray, it's worth the cost! Elizabeth is a wonderful host! Fresh cooked breakfast starts the day while apres-activity wine and blueberry turn-overs close the night. In addition, Elizabeth is a slice of happiness. Go visit just so you can make her acquaintance! read more

Black Bear Manor is the best B&B I have ever stayed at. Although my husband and I only stayed for one night, this place made an impression on us and we will definitely go back. From our first step into the house, Phil was more than comforting. He truly made us feel welcome to take advantage of anything around the kitchen or dining room that we wanted or needed. The mini fridge in the dining area was always well stocked with bottled water and other soda options. Our room was clean and welcoming. Mini happy hour at 4:30 was extremely pleasant as well. Sitting on the huge front porch while enjoying the scenery and a pitcher of beer was everything it should have been, relaxing and beautiful! The location of BBM B&B could not be better. It's off the beaten path but just a walk away from everything in town... considering town is not very big. Breakfast was nothing short of tasty and filling. Everything from omelets to muffins to fresh fruit, and the home fries were so good I took some to-go in a baggy. Phil and Lucie, thank you for your hospitality and providing us with such a warm experience. Keep up the great work. You're doing so many things right. read more

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NEW MANAGEMENT: Tom and Cindy are two amazing owners. They were so accommodating, the food was delicious. They even gave us a recipe of one of their dishes! Additionally, I heard the previous owners made it that you must stay at least 2 nights, but you can stay only 1 if you need. Stay here. If you are hesitate, take my word and stay here!!! I will definitely be back. read more

My husband and I stayed here for 4 nights mid October, 2021. We felt welcome, comfortable and right at home from the minute we walked in and were greeted by Tom and Cindy. Our room was spotless and very comfortable. The house was ours to enjoy so we were very happy to sit in a comfortable chair and read in the 3rd floor room with 360 deg. view. In the morning we sat in the living room sipping tea/coffee waiting for breakfast to be served. At the end of the day it was delightful to sit in the living room sipping wine and becoming acquainted with the other guests. Tom and Cindy were often available to answer questions or give suggestions of places to go. The breakfast at this place is outstanding. There is a freshly cooked, huge meal every morning. The location is very good for walking to restaurants in town or walking to Box Canyon. We will definitely return and would be happy to take the 6 hour drive to get there just to be able to stay there a few nights. read more

The moment we walked in the door Margaret welcomed us in such a warm and hospitable way it made me feel like we were visiting family. Besides the wine & beer Happy hour she told us about the fridge in the dining area stocked with bottled water, juices, and various sodas, also yogurt. . Then large mugs were on the sideboard where one could find an assortment of teas, hot chocolate and a machine to provide Instant Hot Water available 24/7.. For late afternoon snaking there were bear shaped gingerbread cookies and some pecan cinnamon rolls. Most people agreed that the hot breakfast is awesome. Ours on 8/4 consisted of puffed apple pancakes w/ warmed maple syrup, a southwestern egg & sausage casserole with green chilies, lemon poppy bread, a large bowl of mixed berries, a plate of pineapple rings, There was also milk & granola type cereal, plus Orange Juice & a pitcher of water for each table. Yes it was delicious, and so much fun meeting some of the other guests. Every time we saw Margaret she cheerfully greeted us and always asked if there was anything she could do to help or or provide maps to local waterfalls, trails, etc. The inn was cozy and beautifully decorated with a combination of antiques, artwork, and lot's of posters & signs of Black Bears! Within a few blocks of the downtown area and there is a bubbling stream nearby. We were very satisfied with our room (which was very clean and comfortable) We especially enjoyed the hot tub. & having our door to the deck just a small distance away.They'll give you special towels to use for the hot tub and they told us we could take them for our use in the Hot Springs Pool that is in town. This was our first visit to Ouray and w were only able to stay one night, but we surely hope to return to visit Black Bear Manor & Ouray again. Would Highly Recommend it to anyone as a wonderful place to stay! read more

Wonderful bed and breakfast, quite, cozy and extremely comfortable! Delicious breakfast in the morning and a very friendly atmosphere. The location just off the Main Street cannot be beat. We loved our stay here. Hope to return! read more

My wife and I really enjoyed our recent stay at Black Bear Manor during a short two night visit to Ouray and Silverton in mid-August 2017. Tom and Cyndi had just been at it at the time for ~ six weeks, but they seemed to be naturals at it and good "people" persons. When we had a flickering lamp in our room they quickly resolved the issue with another set and new LED bulbs for good measure. The breakfast on Saturday morning was very good and Cyndi seems to really enjoy creating the meals. Tom had some great recommendations on where to eat and get beer on our final night in Ouray and he also set out some complimentary wine and beer for a bit of a happy hour after we returned from Silverton that day. The location is at the end of one of the side streets downtown, so it isn't too far of a walk from the main drag. The B&B was originally built as one vs. being a converted house, so there are nine guest rooms. We were used to a smaller B&B in Cocoa Village, FL with only 5 rooms (converted old house) but it was kind of nice to get to meet more people. We had one of the smaller queen bed rooms on the 1st floor but it was large enough. There is an observatory/reading room on the top floor, but there isn't much to see at night so do your observing in the daytime. We'll certainly try to stay there the next time we are back. The B&B experience is different from a motel, but very easy to get used to. It can really affect the vibe of a trip in a positive way. read more

We had a great time at the Black Bear Manor. Lucie and Phil were very accommodating and made us feel right at home. The breakfast is quite an amazing spread! read more

This place was great. Great hostess, great breakfast and great location. Only nit picky thing I have is there are no shades or curtains so plan to be up when the sun is unless you can sleep in a bright room. read more

I stayed at Black Bear last fall. First let me say my room was very very pleasant. The location was within walking distance of town and near the river where I could sit and enjoy the rushing water. However, I came in early one and evening and was pleased to be invited to sit with others on the patio. I was offered a glass of wine - what a lovely gesture. It was all very nice until the owner decided to talk politics. Now I'm very interested in politics but this was my time to get away from everything and I made it clear I, not only was not interested, but I disagreed with his views. He persisted, but would not even give me the courtesy of listening to my facts against his opinions. The next morning his wife made an incredibly great breakfast. As pleasant as the place was I won't go back. read more

This bed and breakfast was amazing! Phil And Lucy were so welcoming. The house was so warm and lovely. The views are amazing. I loved the hot tub after a long day hiking! Breakfast was on point. So many choices and everything was so delicious! My favorite part was breakfast is served at 9am! Not too early not too late. Highly recommend!! read more

Great location, fantastic service, delightful staff! Absolutely recommend it. Lots of nice little extras - free juice/water/soda fridge, free coffee, truffle on the pillows etc. Great view from the observatory. Food is excellent & the patio is a joy. Stop reading the reviews, book a room & enjoy your stay at the best Bed & Breakfast in Ouray! read more

The Black Bear Manor is located just a few short steps from the river and only 2 blocks away from Ouray's Main Street. The rooms were very comfortable and the breakfasts are very tasty. The B&B a house, so expect some creaking from people walking around. The interior is decorated nicely and the leather couch in the front room is comfy. There is free wi-fi, however I could not connect from my corner room. Also, there is a desktop computer and printer available for your use in case you need to print off some last minute hiking trail directions or 4-wheel drive roads. read more

We had a wonderful stay and Lucy and Phil are amazing hosts. The breakfast was so fresh and delicious. The rooms were very quaint and clean. I would highly recommend it! read more

I went to Black Bear Manor for a winter weekend getaway with my boyfriend. It was a really nice experience. The staff was very friendly and the accommodations were clean, comfortable and cozy. The complimentary beverages, chocolates and coffee were a really nice touch. My only gripe is that I am lactose intolerant and, though it was known by the staff, there was very little food available without dairy. I ate it anyway and suffered with the consequences -- and it was delicious! However, it would have been nice if this was considered a bit more. Still, I would recommend staying at Black Bear and enjoying wonderful Ourey! I can't wait to go back this summer. read more

My girlfriend and I stayed here for two nights this past weekend and LOVED it. The room was spotless, the breakfast was amazing every morning, the other customers were fun and very nice, and it was a great location! We would definitely stay here again...we're planning on it! read more

This is, hands down, the best B&B I've ever stayed in, and I've stayed in plenty. The owners, Phil and Lucy, are so friendly and accommodating. I arranged to surprise my fiancé with a bottle of champagne and some snacks upon our arrival, and when we got to our room (which was upgraded to a suite at no extra charge, because the house wasn't full), there was a total feast waiting for us! The rooms are beautiful and the bed was so comfy. The best part though, was the AMAZING breakfast Lucy makes every morning...a breakfast we would easily have paid $40.00 for at home. We will absolutely be back, and are telling all our friends to stay here when they come to Ouray! read more

What an excellent B&B!!! We went over Mothers Day Weekend for a little mini vacation and we're very pleasantly surprised at what we found. Check in is not until 3:00 but we arrived at about 2:15 and Lucy, the hostess, greeted us warmly and assured us our being early was no problem. She showed us around the downstairs and then lead us upstairs to our room. Our room was wonderfully appointed and cozy. We unloaded our car and carried our possessions upstairs and settled in. The whole place has a very homey feel and was very comfortable. Happy hour, consisting of wine, beer and a snack, was from 4:30 - 5:30. We went back downstairs and joined some of the other guests for a great hour of conversation and getting to know each other. Happy hour both evenings we were there was great fun. Breakfast both mornings were to die for, fresh coffee, oj, homemade pastries, breakfasts casseroles and fresh fruit, YUM. Our hosts, Phil and Lucie, were very warm and gracious and made sure all of us were well taken care of. I particularly enjoyed the upstairs observatory where we could sit and enjoy the view. We can't wait to get back there again. read more

We had a very beautiful beautiful trip this weekend! The B and B was beautiful and very clean! The hosts were very welcoming, sweet, and funny! It's felt like home!(Except, i didn't have to clean). The food was full of flavor and fresh! Lots of love went into making our stay perfect! I am a little hard to please so, I was surprised that it was so perfect. They have a nice sitting room with games and movies at the top of the place. They have a very nice/clean hot tub. I would stay there again :) read more

Phil and Lucy & John and Gwen, We had the pleasure of meeting all 4 of the hosts at Black Bear Manor! This is the best B&B I have ever stayed at, and it was so wonderful that my boyfriend and I forfeited our hotel in Telluride and came back to Black Bear Manor to stay one more night before we left Colorado. We especially loved the delicious and fresh breakfast. We would wake up early and get all excited waiting for it to be ready at 9:00AM. We have found our home in Ouray, CO for when we come back in the future. Phil and Lucy are the kindest people we met in Colorado, and we can't wait to see y'all again! Thank you so much ALL 4 of you for one of the highlights of our vacation to Ouray! See y'all soon!! Let us know if you ever need help there too ;) read more

Best place in town to stay. Would recommend it to anyone. Stayed there on New Years Eve 2015 wonderful people run it wonderful guests.

Our stay at Black Bear Manor was fabulous, and we can't say enough about our time there with Cyndi and Tom, the new owners!! Plus the breakfasts were SO DELICIOUS! We also loved that the Manor was so close to town and the "action". Did I mention Tom & Cyndi?!? :) Thank you so much! We're telling all of our friends about you and Black Bear Manor! read more

This is a warm and friendly place that we will be returning to again and again. Carol made us feel welcome and comfortable immediately, and it's clear that Black Bear takes great pains to make their place the most charming around. Tastefully decorated, all of the common areas and rooms were very clean. The third floor has a conservatory with a breath-taking 180-degree view, comfy chairs, and movies for watching. The wine social hour let us mingle with the other guests, all of whom very friendly. Carol invited us to Oktoberfest, which just happened to be that night, and how could we resist? We sat at a special table reserved for Black Bear guests, and had a fantastic time. The hot breakfast is supposedly not to be missed, but unfortunately we had to be on our way earlier. Next time, for sure! Instead, they had a continental breakfast available to us early, and it was fantastic. No kids allowed at this B&B, and to me, that is a big plus. Thanks for a wonderful time! read more

This was our first experience at a B&B. It will certainly will not be our last! The proprietors Phil & Lucy were so welcoming and friendly. Phil gave us a quick tour of the lodge and let us know about the events taking place in town. The beer and wine reception each day was fabulous! There were several other couples staying there and it wasn't long before the lounge was lively with conversation. The upstairs "observatory" was great with the huge windows on 3 sides. We were hit by a late season snowstorm and watching the weather from there made me feel like I was in a giant snow globe. The whole place is located just off of Main street, so exploring around town was super easy. The hot tub was hot and perfect for soaking away the aches and pains of the day. The real show-stopper, however, was breakfast. Lucy, you should write a cook book because I think everyone who eats your food would buy one! Sausages, bacon, biscuits and gravy, breakfast casseroles, muffins, and so much more, all set out in an all-you-can-eat buffet. Lunch was totally unnecessary both days as we didn't even start to get hungry again until dinner time. Honestly, if I could give them more than 5 stars, I would. read more

Black Bear Manor is by far, the best B&B in Ouray. Tom and Cyndi are the most gracious hosts and the food Cyndi prepares is out of this world fantastic!! The rooms are beautiful and very comfortable, you cannot go wrong with Black Bear Manor. read more

Too often folks open a B&B and don't have a clue. The host are very friendly and visit with their guest, the house is well appointed and very comfortable, very clean, breakfast will fill you with well prepared and thought out menu. Our stay was quiet and parking right in front of B&B. These folks obviously thought out running the B&B and like what they are doing, Another point to mention is that sleeping was easy with a good bed and no barking dogs outside and there were no dogs in the B&B so one didn't have to put up with a dog's butt on the furniture and be and hair all over. Too often a stay at a B&B is ruined by dogs and this was not the case here. The location is superior and scenery was stunning. Colo B&B's owners should visit this B&B to upgrade their interior decorating, cooking, and cleaning standards. read more

Black Bear Manor is a treat. This little inn is romantic and the manager is super nice. They provide you with a very nice guest room, breakfast and "happy hour" at an excellent price. We really enjoyed our stay and there is so much to do within 5 min. of the manor. I would recommend the spot and hope to get back soon! read more

Our experience was far from what we expected at a $250/night rate. First, the owner grossly misled my husband about the quality and amenities of our room; sold him with the "private deck & entrance" and "luxury bath". We had the room right off the guest hot tub and there was zero privacy out our door, not to mention there was actually NO place for us to sit privately outside. We were willing to let this slide... Upon trying to sleep our first night, neither of us were able to sleep because the beds were beyond bad. The next morning the manager asked us 4 times if we slept ok; come to find out they were aware of how terrible the beds were. The town was literally sold out that weekend and we had no other options for our romantic weekend away. We flipped the mattress ourselves to see if it helped, nope. As if this wasn't bad enough they didn't even clean our rooms or replenish our towels for the second night. No soap, or toiletries were in the bathroom (that had holes in the walls and tile falling off) and there were no toiletries made available to us at the B&B. It was not even worth $50/night, much less worth the $500 we were charged. Upon checking out, the manager assured us that the owner would contact us and refund our $500; a week later we have yet to hear from them and have been forced to take it up with AMEX directly. I will say the onsite managers (NOT full time employees and not the owners) were very nice and accommodated my Gluten Free needs. Stayed end of September 2015 read more