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Whispering Winds

2.5 star property
Auburn motel with outdoor pool

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Signature Room, 2 Queen Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden Area | 3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Whispering Winds offers a serene retreat with lush gardens, BBQ grills, and an inviting seasonal pool. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and appreciate the helpful staff who have made past guests feel at home.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
$109 nightly
The total price is $123
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Signature Room, 2 Queen Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden Area | 3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Room, 2 Queen Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden Area

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | 3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
4223 E Genesee Street Rd, Auburn, NY, 13021

What's nearby

  • Skaneateles Lake - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • John D. Barrow Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Skaneateles Historical Society - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Anyela's Vineyards - 9 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Owasco Lake - 13 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Hancock Intl. Airport (SYR) - 38 min drive
  • Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 51 min drive
  • New York State Fair Station - 22 min drive
  • Syracuse Regional Transportation Center - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Krispy Krunchy Chicken - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪At Long Last - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Whispering Winds

Whispering Winds puts you just a 5-minute drive from Skaneateles Lake. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

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

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Yard

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water
  • Dining table

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Here's the breakdown, no surprises

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from June 01 to August 31

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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Whispering Winds offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Whispering Winds 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.

Is there a pool at Whispering Winds ?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Whispering Winds ?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per stay, and there's also a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Whispering Winds ?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Whispering Winds ?

You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Whispering Winds and nearby?

Whispering Winds has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Does Whispering Winds have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a yard.

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Whispering Winds Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Service staff
Bed
Bathroom
Shower
Drinks
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Parking

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Cute Motel

Lovely little spot. Very quiet and a bit hidden. Check in was very quick and the stay was nice. We were just in town for the night, and it was a perfect fit.
Bethany, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Overall, good. Place is older and new owners who are updating.
Debra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean

Clean and quiet
James, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Vintage vibe

This is an old-time motel but well maintained. Check-in required ringing at office and waiting for someone to come from another building, went smoothly after that. The room was tiny, especially with a king size bed, but comfortable. Love the wood paneling! Bathroom also small but very clean. Coffee service in room didn't have decaf available. Bottled water and sodas were cold in fridge, a nice touch, with payment on the honor system. All in all, a satisfactory overnight stay. Pricey for the type of accommodation but one of the least expensive in this popular vacation arra.
Melissa, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Property is older and a little run down. Mostly clean other than some areas of the floor. There were some stink bugs in the room. It’s a no frills kind of place.
Tracy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, good staff, clean
Andrew, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Stink bugs everywhere! Alive and dead. On the ceiling, under the beds, in the bathroom. They came and got rid of them the first night, but we got back too late to call them on the second night and that’s when we realized there were dead ones under the bed.
Karen, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

A little pricey for accommodations but overall great experience
Karen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice stay

Very kind and accommodating
Andrea, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property management contacted us while we were en route to let us know about their holiday hours and that our room and check-in had all been handled making for a super smooth check in process and easy stay after our long drive. The property is dated but quaint and adorable. An affordable, nostalgic stay.
Steven, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I liked the place we were staying in but definitely bring your own blanket cause they only give you one. The bed was huge and and comfy and the room felt like a cabin which was cool and it was a pretty big room. The only thing was the bathroom was a little dirty when we got there but just the shower. I would stay here again!
Malia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Old-style motel, but staff very helpful.
Richard, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Cool backwoods area with lodge feel. Would stay again.
Robert, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Convenient location. Property owners were courteous and helpful.
Karen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I really liked the layout and decor. Even though it is your basic small motel room the furniture is sleek and had room and surfaces for spreading out as we do for even a short stay. Clean and comfy!
Jane, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The owner was great and very accommodating.
Brandy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Convenient to town.
Bridget, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Good dive motel in great location.

First this location alone made it worth it. You are right next to lakes and parks and trails. There were certainly some things that could have been better but overall worth it if you don't care about too many comforts. The AC unit did not work at all and left a puddle of water on the floor and dresser. I defrosted it to at least get rid of the water issue but that was it. Luckily it was pretty cool the week I was there so no big deal. The windows were all broken in one way or another. To close the bathroom window takes two people, one pushing the window from the outside and one cranking on the inside. Not great. The fridge was very nice and roomy but filled with ice. I defrosted that as well and worked pretty good after that. Then there was the usual motel things, terrible shower head that you need to bend over for to get your head wet, mold in the bathroom and a shower curtain that was about a foot too long. Again, I am not picky and none of this was a deal killer. The number one thing that really made the stay tough for me was the smell. The staff coated all the bedding, including pillows in a thick coat of fabric softener. So much so I had to remove my bedspread to alleviate my headache from the smell. The sheets still smelled but less so. I found out on the last day there they also had an open gallon bucket under the bed of gain fabric softener to add to the mix. The smell was so strong that even with all the windows open it was difficult to get to sleep. Unnecessary
Jacob, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

CLEAN, friendly, would recommend

Nice place, CLEAN and nice service.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a classic American roadside motel, and the experience was wonderful. Clean, safe, and comfortable. We would stay here again if traveling this way.
Gregory, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the simple, 50s style motrl, was clean and comfortable and We loved the beautiful surroundings.
Lucia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean, friendly. Somewhat small bathroom. The bed was comfortable
Frank J., 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice little place. Perfect for a night away
Anna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet clean
Steven, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very great value and clean room. Super friendly and helpful staff!
Deighton, 2-night trip