Black Bear Manor

This is the fourth or so time my wife and I have stayed here and it is always so much fun. The staff are always so welcoming and attentive. Breakfast is simply the best! We have never stayed at a B&B that does such an awesome job. Fresh baked cinnamon rolls, monkey bread, apple cobbler, the best eggs you'll ever taste, french toast, quiche and fruit are just some of the breakfast items you'll enjoy during your stay. Happy hour is always fun. You get a chance to chit chat with some of the other guests and meet some really great people. The hot tub during the winter time is great! Definitely roll around in the snow and jump back in! The observatory has some board games and a ton of popcorn you can pop in the microwave in addition to an awesome view of the surrounding mountains. There is so much to do in and around town. The locals are always friendly and happy to recommend some areas for you to explore. The value at Black Bear Manor is definitely worth it; you will not be disappointed!

Great ambiance! Great staff! Great food! Good location! Highly recommend!

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!

My husband and I had a great visit to Ouray thanks to Black Bear Manor! The Bed and Breakfast was conveniently located just off the main street. The staff were so friendly and helpful with tourist info, and the breakfast was amazing. The rooms were quiet and quaint, and happy hour at the Manor was something to look forward to each evening! I would highly recommend this place, and am looking forward to returning someday myself!

My wife and I spent two separate nights in the manor. Both rooms were very comfortable. The hospitality was extraordinary and the breakfasts superb. We were very happy with every aspect of our stay. We would certainly recommend the Black Bear Manor to any one planning on being in the area.

My husband and I had an excellent time staying at Black Bear Manor for the weekend. The Happy Hour reception was a fantastic way to socialize (if you want to!) and meet other guests. Breakfast was fantastic both mornings we stayed and left us full well after lunchtime. Our room was very quiet and very comfortanle (room 10). Margaret and Jim were so friendly and very accomodating, they make you feel like family! We will ABSOLUTELY be coming back!!

This is one of the nicest B&Bs. Margaret was an excellent hostess and made us feel welcome. The Black Bear has lots of perks! The wine or beer from 4-6 is a definite game winner. The breakfast was unique and delicious. Wish we could have stayed longer, two days

We stayed in the "Princess" room; we were pleasantly surprised. Location was perfect! Highly recommend Black Bear Manor to anyone.

Me and my wife found a Groupon for this lovely B&B in Ouray, CO. We wanted to have one last getaway before our first child was born and this place was perfect! The rooms were very clean and the bed was very comfortable. Erica, the manager, was very accommodating and extremely nice! She made breakfast each morning and it was top notch. I have nothing bad to say about Black Bear Manor and highly recommend it to anyone.

Great deal, Erica is delightful, and Ouray is wonderful. The BBM is truly the home you want in the mountains! - SS

What an amazing and unforgettable experience! The staff were very caring and gracious and added to the ambience of the B & B! The food was an experience within itself, some of the most delicious breakfasts I have ever had! All the rooms at the B&B were comfortable and beautifully decorated! Within walking distance of the B&B was the quaint little town of Ouray. The older restored buildings seemed to take you back in time and offered great shopping, exquisite dining, great pubs, and friendly people! Beautifully surrounded by mountain peaks, the area truly is the "Little Switzerland of America"! The view from the B & B observatory is breathtaking!

We had 2 very quiet nights that included enjoying free wine and beer, the hot tub, and the upstairs observatory with board games, popcorn and movies. It was the most at home I felt on vacation!

Black Bear Manor is not only a delightful place to stay, but the people who stay there are also delightful. The breakfasts are unbelievably delicious, and the opportunity to relax with other guests over wine or beer in the afternoon was a real treat. Peggy & Steve

We stayed for just one night in a room with a King-sized bed. The room was clean and very nice. There were more pillows than you will ever need. The service was excellent. Breakfast was great. We ate the big breakfast and didn't even need lunch. We went for a hike on the "perimeter trail," which took about 3 hours. This place is a great place to stay as a couple for a nice, relaxed vacation.

Love the house. Rooms are charming, bed was great (I slept all night, a rare occurrence!). The breakfast (gluten free Santa Fe bake) was EXCEPTIONAL, and the FRESH fruit was sweet. My husband said the other baked offerings were also exceptional. Hope to return this year...

The Black Bear Manor is accomodating to people who want to get an early start by providing a great continental breakfast early in the morning. The main breakfast always seems to be a casserole-type breakfast, which is fine once or twice, but it gets old after several days. The caseroles are good, but are all similar so there doesn't seem to be much variety. After a few days, we opted for the continental breakfast rather than the main, hot breakfast as it provided more variety.

For the sheer magnificence of the setting alone, Black Bear Manor can't be topped. However, the comfort of the rooms, quality and abundance of breakfast selections, and above all, the courtesy and helpfulness of the hostesses made our stay much more than just a sleepover in a pretty spot. Ready with recommendations or to make reservations, we felt they went over and above the norms to ensure we enjoyed our time. And the availability of soda and juice as well as the wine reception were the final touches. Cant' go wrong here!

I received a gift certificate for the Black Bear Manor so we booked sight unseen. Wow--how fortunate we were...beautiful, cozy room, delicious breakfasts and the wine gathering each night gave us the opportunity to meet other guests. You must stay here!

Great location. The staff were wonderful. Erica, Carol and Jim are outstanding. We enjoyed the relaxed "happy hour" time with other guests. The breakfasts were out of this world. We plan to return agin.

Room felt a little snug but well appointed and squeaky clean. Got there too late for "happy hour" so can't report on its merits. Breakfast was terrific and you're able to enjoy it on their large deck adjoining the dining area.

The rooms are nice, beer and wine reception-awesome, breakfast was excellent. Innkeeper was friendly and knowledgeable about nearby attractions and restaurants. Only downside, which was a minor detail is there is not ac in the rooms.

Don't even think of going anywhere else. Enjoy the hospitality, delicious breakfast and wine & beer hour.

We loved Bear Manor Inn and only want to help make it even better. The room was very hot - florescent light bulbs would help keep it cooler. Also the enormous pillows were very difficult to sleep with.

My wife and I recently stayed at the Black Bear Manor and we will make this our base when we visit this area of Colorado in the future. The accommodations were excellent, beginning with entry into the Manor and on into our room. Very clean room with a very comfortable bed, great housing keeping job by the staff there. The BEST part of the stay was the breakfast. Not only was the food served in abundant quantity, but the quality of the selection was worth the price of the lodging. Carol is one of the best hostess' we have experienced and our hat's go off to her for ability to prepare and serve such a grand meal everyday for a large number of people. We had an excellent experience at The Black Bear Manor and I will recommend this establishment to all who are traveling to Ouray. Peter Larson

I made this reservation,sight unseen and was pleasantly surprised!We were met at the door by our hosts and found them to be warm and welcoming!The room was clean and lovely. I especially enjoyed the view from the 3rd floor! Such a lovely place. The food was wonderful and we will definitely visit again!

Our stay was wonderful !!! The staff are such warm and friendly people. They make you feel like your at home. They take really good care of you and the breakfast is tremendous. We will stay again in Black Bear Manor

We recommend this B & B to everyone. You will not be disappointed. We were first-time visitors to the Black Bear Manor and thorougly enjoyed our stay. Erica and her staff were very gracious and hospitable. Breakfast was superb. The Black Bear is centrally located and within walking distance to everything in Ouray. We parked our car and walked everywhere. In the morning, we walked a half block down to the river and sat on the bench and enjoyed listening to the river and the other sites and sounds of nature. It very relaxing. Freddie & Brenda Beaumont, Texas

First experience with a Bed and Breakfast. Very enjoyable. Only one complaint, NO AIR CONDITIONING. 4th of July weather was hot, had to sleep with ouside door open and the room did not cool off until well after midnight.

Black Bear is a beautiful B&B with outstanding views from our room #6. Our room was huge and comfortable. Erika did a fantastic job with preparing breakfast and making dinner suggestions. Ouray is a stunning setting.

We recently spent Memorial Day weekend in Ouray and stayed at the Black Bear Manor. This is only the 2nd time we've stayed at a B&B but we were both extremely impressed with the location, the room, the service and the staff. We felt like we were visiting home. The rooms are beautiful, quiet, clean and spacious. The B&B is located 2 blocks from Main St. The staff were very friendly, offering us dinner suggestions and advice about the area. And the breakfasts were delicious and they provide wine in the afternoon. They really think of everything. We definitely plan to visit Ouray again and stay at the Black Bear.

Having stayed at the Black Bear in November of 2010, I concur with many of the recommendations on this site. Over the years, I have spent time in numerous BnBs across the country and I can honestly say that the Black Bear Manor is one of the top 3 I have ever attended. Without even considering its surroundings-the majestic snowy mountains and inviting hiking trails, the home itself is wonderful. The living room and kitchen are spacious and cozy; the fireplace offers a inviting glow after an adventurous walk in the snow. One bedroom is more luxurious than the next. The room I stayed in on the first level offered great privacy, comfort, and a wonderful view of the mountains. As promised, the food was amazing, Our hosts prepared a feast fit for kings each morning. Their gourmet offerings were well received by even the pickiest guest. Be sure to see if they will be serving the sausage gravy when you are staying there. I have plans to return many times to the Black Bear, and would highly recommend everyone do the same. Perhaps, I will meet you there!

We are not B&B people but this looked like the best place to stay in Ouray. Absolutely. The room was lovely, staff was gracious and the breakfast delicious. Location is quiet and convenient. We walked to dinner. The only odd thing is that there is no closet, rod, hooks to hang anything up. We would certainly stay there again if we go to Ouray.

It is SUCH a rare occasion to find a GEM of a home-away-from home that combines 100% natural beauty with a near meditative effect that combines to form the Black Bear Manor. Love it, and have been there again and again and again, and in the future as well.

Ouray Colorado is truly a magical setting! When you combine the surrounding area with the BBM you get something that is totally unique. It's such a warm and cozy feeling staying at the BBM. The staff treats you as if your family. The food is to die for! I can't say enough about this wonderful place, but you will have to experience it youself to find out how great it really is.

One of the most comfortable stays away from home I've ever had. Well managed and a huge attention to the little details to make our stay personalized. The chef's homemade cooking is so good that we had to be careful not to over-indulge. Wouldn't stay anywhere else.

I love The Black Bear Manor. It is beautiful, comfortable, and the FOOD is wonderful. It is so kick back, and special. I love everything about it.

I had the pleasure of staying at the Black Bear Manor this past Winter while on a business trip and found it far surpassed my expectations. Ken and Carol are wonderful hosts and someone observing how I was greeted at the front door would have thought I had been there many times before. My room was extremely comfortable, service is fantastic and I am still working off the few pounds I gained secondary to the delicious breakfasts. Meeting other guests over a glass of delicious wine was a nice way to relax after a busy day. I highly recommend you stay there as I know you will be very pleased. Dr. Joe Rabinovitz

Clean, beautiful, warm and cozy. Love the wine and beer reception and free passes to the hot springs pool. Don't forget Mouse's chocolates! Fabulous breakfasts that kept us full well into the afternoon!

Everything was absolutely exceptional!! This was not our first stay nor will it be our last! It's such a fun place to stay - you are made to feel absolutely at home. The first time I met Carol, I felt like we had always been friends. Not to mention how clean everything is. We felt so comfortable there!!

Always a great stay and very nice accommodations. Breakfast is great. Beautiful views. Can hear the river from the B & B!

We arrived at noon for our daughter's 1:00 wedding. Carol was very gracious & got us in our room in no time so we could change. This is the first b&b we have stayed in & we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Breakfast was delicious!

We had a lovely stay at the Black Bear Manor. Ouray is a fantastic get-away-town and the Black Bear Manor made our night even better. The bed was comfy, Carol (Innkeeper) was so accommodating to our special needs, the breakfast was incredible, and the we loved chatting with the others staying there as well. The only draw back was that while in the bedroom you could easily hear others in the shared space below. Luckily, everyone went to bed quite early and the house was silent all night. We'd go back in a heartbeat but will have to go back during the off season in order to save some money...it was a bit pricey.

This was our first experience staying at a Bed and Breakfast and it won't be our last. Upon arrival, Carol , the Innkeeper, offered us wine and beer and a comfortable sitting area to relax. The room was outstanding with a comfy mattress and pillows. The breakfast was yummy and plenty to go around. I highly recommend staying at the Black Bear Manor.

Very clean and the breakfast was wonderful! The staff was very friendly and helpful. I enjoyed my time there and would go there again.

The confirmation email from Black Bear said their intent would be to make it so that we would never stay anywhere else. I assume they meant in Ouray, but not only did they succeed, we will stay in Ouray instead of Durango or Montrose the next time we are in Colorado. Beautiful inn in a beautiful town with a gracious hostess who has nice friends and can cook a great breakfast.

Great fun with great people! Met some interesting people from all over the country. Breakfast was delicious.

Very friendly and welcoming staff. Had a wonderful time visiting with other guests. Fed an inquisitive deer from my hand while enjoying a quiet time in the morning. Snuggled in bed listening to the rain thru the open windows.