Aspiring Lodge Motel

3.0 star property
Wānaka motel with bar/lounge

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Aspiring Lodge Motel is a haven of comfort, nestled in its surroundings. Unwind with a book from the library or savor a drink at the bar. With free WiFi, newspapers to catch up on current events and barbecue grills for outdoor gatherings.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (8)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Barbecue grills
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cable TV service
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free self parking
The current price is $127
$147 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 8 - Apr 9

Room options

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (King Studio)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, Kitchenette (Family Unit)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Queen bed unit)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Room, Kitchenette (Executive Studio)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 2

King Studio

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Studio

  • Sleeps 3

Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 2

Family Studio

  • Sleeps 4

Family Unit

  • Sleeps 6

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
16 Dungarvon Street, Wanaka, 9192

What's nearby

  • Pembroke Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Picture Lounge - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Gallery Thirty Three - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Wānaka Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Basecamp Wānaka Climbing Centre - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 9 min drive
  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wanaka Brew Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kai Whaka Pai - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Firebird - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Big Fig - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Charlie Brown - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Aspiring Lodge Motel

When visiting Wānaka, Aspiring Lodge Motel is a great choice to consider. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM) and Monday - Sunday (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 34-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Aspiring Lodge Motel Wanaka
Aspiring Lodge Motel
Aspiring Wanaka
Aspiring Hotel Wanaka
Aspiring Lodge Motel Motel
Aspiring Lodge Motel Wanaka
Aspiring Lodge Motel Motel Wanaka

Frequently asked questions

Does Aspiring Lodge Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Aspiring Lodge Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Aspiring Lodge Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Aspiring Lodge Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Aspiring Lodge Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Aspiring Lodge Motel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and hiking, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course.

Does Aspiring Lodge Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

What's the area around Aspiring Lodge Motel like?

Aspiring Lodge Motel is a short 1-minute walk from Pembroke Park and 13 minutes' walk from Wānaka Golf Club.

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Reviews

Aspiring Lodge Motel Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Shopping
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Lake
Balcony
Refrigerator
Trip

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A very enjoyable stay. Well located and would come back.
Glenn, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Honestly we loved this place. Yes its old but the timber interiors and old school doors and lighting are such a vibe and it was affordable given the great location. We would 100% book again.
Sophie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was amazing! Very clean, quiet, everything I needed. Good location too
Diane, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff is very helpful, also moved us upstairs upon request so we are happy, room is big and kitchenette has everything we need. Although the included hot plate is rather old. Location is great near beach and supermarket.
King Keung John, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very cosy and great size double room, and close to the lake. Perfect for whole family.
Geoff, 1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Room is very outdated, it creeks and cracks all night, bed was hard, bathroom was very old, only good thing was close to water and shopping.
Lavinia, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Yes nice and clean and great position in the middle of town
stephen, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Convenient location, next to supermarket, next to a park and close to the lake.
Tadashi, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The room was clean, tidy and comfortable. The lodge is in a great location, close to the water, town and supermarket.
Bradley, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

A convenient comfortable place to stay with a nice big room.
Patricia, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Room was very clean. Julian (house keeping services) was excellent.
Ishbel, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good place to stay. Walking distance from Lake Wanaka.
Poonamben, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

clean
James, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This motel is clean, well appointed, and has a great location right in downtown Wanaka adjacent the New World supermarket. Lake front is one block away, and several excellent restaurants are all within easy walking distance.
Herbert, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Just very dated but spacious and clean
Scott, 2-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Arrived just gone 6pm , key kindly left in room. Reception only opens at 2pm until ? Did not see anybody during our stay. With the perfect position this motel has , i think the owners need to reinvest some of their takings. The room had more cobwebs than a New Yorker at Halloween, shower held in with cardboard ,tv precariously balanced on small table , just all very dated.
Angela, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean, tidy, comfortable
Christopher, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great location and lots of dining options 😊
Marlyn, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Except for meeting one member of staff at checkin we saw no one which from a security perspective is not good (in town). The rooms are spacious but a little dated (reflected in the price) - just needs a good clean - parking was ok for us but limited if you don’t arrive early. Major issue was the noise at night - the whole building creaks and sounds like people are walking on the roof - very strange. On a positive the location is fantastic - value for money was ok but if they invested a little they could push up the price and make it an amazing motel. If you plan to stay - be aware of the negatives but we were still happy overall based on the location
Worth the cost to see the Wanaka Tree
Alan, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

room was clean, very close to all shops etc. Only drawback was parking. Not much room, had to climb through passengers' side of the car to get into driver's seat due to car next door parked too close.
Karen, 3-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

There was broken glass on the porch and a lot of cobwebs inside the room. For over $300 the worst I have stayed at. Also not enough parking for the amount of rooms so don’t expect a car park. Parking was the main reason this motel was chosen and I didn’t even get a park!
debbie, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Aaron, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place
KARL, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice to be here
Rammohan, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Fairly old property, but clean and convenient
Ashton, 1-night trip