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Whispering Winds

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, near Skaneateles Lake

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Relax by the pool surrounded by lush greenery and a charming outdoor seating area.
Relax in a serene garden setting with a charming gazebo and outdoor dining area.
Explore a serene garden oasis with a central gazebo surrounded by lush greenery and a winding garden path.
Simple, functional room with two single beds, a desk, and a television.
Cozy room with a seating area, dining table, and decorative deer head.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
4223 E Genesee Street Rd, Auburn, NY, 13021
  • Skaneateles Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Skaneateles Historical Society
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Anyela's Vineyards
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Signature Room, 2 Queen Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden Area

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Auburn

At Whispering Winds you'll be 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Clift Park and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Shotwell Memorial Park. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Other amenities include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a picnic area and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this Auburn motel you'll find Skaneateles Lake.
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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

  • New York State Fair Station - 22 min drive
  • Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Sherwood Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Red Rooster Pub - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Whispering Winds

Motel with free parking, near Skaneateles Lake
Whispering Winds offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Auburn motel.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Whispering Winds offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 June and close on 31 August.
  • Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Whispering Winds ?

Whispering Winds offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Whispering Winds ?

Yep, Whispering Winds has a free self car park.

Does Whispering Winds have a pool?

Whispering Winds has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from June 01 to August 31).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Whispering Winds ?

No, Whispering Winds does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Whispering Winds ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Whispering Winds Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 225 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 225 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 225 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 225 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 225 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Eclectic property. Manager apparently lives on site. Communicates through Ring doorbell. Easy check in/out. Convenient to cute town of Skaneateles. Close to Syracuse. Happy I stayed there.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chantell

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was filthy. The ceiling was caving in. The entrance door didnt allow for any safety or privacy. Our toilet wouldn't flush. The shower curtain was filled with slime and dirt and the place smelled like mold. We were extremely disappointed with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Malia

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Ted

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed for 5 days. Towels and linens had spots. The shower did not work, the staff fixed it but water pooled in the bottom of the shower every time I used it. The TV never had reception. The walls were paper thin and I could hear my neighbors carrying on into the night. Stay only if desperate and everywhere else is full....
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Deceptive

Will not be staying there again. Very dated and needs a tremendous amount of TLC. Clogged drains, significant mold, misuse of extension cords and power strips. New owners have their hands full with this money pit and we wish them luck, but their photographs are misleading and deceptive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly, good location. Rooms in desperate need of complete renovation including fixtures, mechanicals and furniture.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

ALEXANDRA

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stink bugs.

The room I booked looked nothing like the pictures provided of other rooms. Outdated, cold (they did have a space heater in the room, but did nothing for the bathroom). As I slid into the bed I felt something crawling on my leg, to find it was a stink bug. That was just the beginning… over the next 30-45 minutes I had found over a dozen more stink bugs throughout the room. I had enough so I called property management. They ended up moving us to the Skaneateles Inn next door in which at quick glance was much more cleanly. But upon waking up in the morning I found another stink bug in the bathroom. I booked this place because of the price point and decent numerical rating, however I would not recommend staying here.
On the lamp shade
Found this bucket under my bed, dusty with dead bugs surround it
On the ceiling
Some of the very many I trapped
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sheri

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Price was good. Property is a bit run down. Lighting was bad and surfaces had not been cleaned including the table and floors. Staff were very helpful and the beds were very clean. New pillows are needed. We kept our shoes on.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kind and accommodating owner, spacious and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

jonathan

Old worn out hotel, ceiling falling and pair peeling
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Chaithra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Heater in the room was not efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Dagmar, Charlotte

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Dirty floors (bathroom corner) and window sills. Broken toilet seat
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Okay for one night

Room/cabin had rustic looks, antique style bed and decor. Bathroom was small and needed some TLC. Shower was small, box style. Price was a little high for what you get. But reviews were better than other hotels in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice stay

Very kind and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Harriet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, middletown

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good staff, clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Property owners were courteous and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024