In Ponoka, Western Budget Motel welcomes you with a warm fireplace in the lobby and free self-serve breakfast. Take advantage of laundry facilities, connect to WiFi, and enjoy convenient amenities like vending machines and an elevator. Helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre - 46 min drive - 68.9 km
Getting around
Edmonton Intl. Airport (YEG) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min walk
Ukrainian Bistro - 3 min drive
Longhorn Saloon & Grill - 3 min drive
Tim Hortons - 11 min walk
Subway - 16 min walk
About this property
Western Budget Motel - Ponoka
Western Budget Motel - Ponoka is a great choice for a stay in Ponoka. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and buffet breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
81 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–9:30 AM
Shared microwave
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Facilities
ATM/banking
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Handrails in stairways
Lever door handles
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
55-inch Smart TV
Cable TV channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Fireplace
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free weekday newspapers
Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
Phone
Food and drink
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Kitchenette
Stovetop
Oven
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Dishwasher
Spices
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: CAD 250 per accommodation, per stay
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Cleaning fee: CAD 18.9 per accommodation, per week
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of CAD 42 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of CAD 42 (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: CAD 250 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 35 per pet, per night
Policies
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Western Budget Motel - Ponoka offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Western Budget Motel - Ponoka 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 Western Budget Motel - Ponoka?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of CAD 35 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of CAD 250 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Western Budget Motel - Ponoka?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Western Budget Motel - Ponoka?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge of CAD 42 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of CAD 42 (subject to availability).
Does Western Budget Motel - Ponoka have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
Does Western Budget Motel - Ponoka have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a stovetop, an oven, and a refrigerator.
What's the area around Western Budget Motel - Ponoka like?
Western Budget Motel - Ponoka is located a short 16-minute walk from Ponoka Centennial Park.
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Reviews
Western Budget Motel - Ponoka Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.8
Cleanliness
7.4
Amenities
8.6
Staff & service
8.0
Eco-friendliness
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
Excellent stay!
Robyn
Robyn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2025
The rooms were a good size, the AC blasted cold air, and everything smelt like bleach and seemed very clean! For an older hotel, we were very pleased!
Mackenzie
Mackenzie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
Good place to stay. Clean and friendly staff
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Very accommodating and helpful staff and very quiet!
Brett
Brett, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
Clean and friendly staff
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
We always go this motel because we love its facilities.
We happy to see they restart breakfast service.
Hiroshi
Hiroshi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
Well maintained and immaculately clean, spacious rooms.
Friendly staff. Highly recommend and will definitely stay here again.
Cynthia
Cynthia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2025
Very clean, pet friendly, caring staff, excellent beds, & good sized room
Cody
Cody, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2025
Every inch was exceptionally clean, could use more reception staff but otherwise no complaints
Tracy - Lynn
Tracy - Lynn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 7, 2025
Reasonably priced, clean and comfortable hotel.
Fred
Fred, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 12, 2025
Friendly staff, clean rooms. Beds are very hard.
Tammy
Tammy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2025
The staff were very personable and accommodating and friendly. Yes, the hotel was dated, but it was walking distance to the Stampede grounds, it was clean and the price was great for the amenities provided. The pool wasn’t functioning during our stay but we didn’t have time to use it anyways. For being next to a main road, it was very quiet. Would definitely stay here again when in Ponoka.
Sheila
Sheila, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 25, 2024
Wonderful staff, spacious rooms, clean, close to all amenities, great value!
Julie
Julie, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 15, 2025
Clean
Quiet
Had hot water
A/C loud and hard to get decent steady temp
Good otherwise
Bart
Bart, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
Enjoyed having a quiet room and air conditioning
Ava
Ava, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
Very clean and comfortable. Good price.
Connor
Connor, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 3, 2025
Not impressed
Well it was ok except that the bed and pillows were uncomfortable. In the morning my husband felt something in his ear and pulled out a black beetle. But overall i will not be back.
Joyce
Joyce, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 10, 2025
Could use a little TLC. The rooms were nice and big but the beds are quite old and rock hard.
Jamie
Jamie, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 13, 2025
The property was well kept. The air condition unit in the room wr had was so loud we could not keep it on. And the beds are hard.
Wanda
Wanda, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 14, 2025
Nice big room with all amenities
Jack
Jack, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2024
Very good place to stay Excellent complimentary breakfast
Ann
Ann, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 3, 2025
I was really looking forward to watching the final round of the Memorial Cup Final, only to find out that TSN sports WAS NOT available at the Motel. Other than that my stay was great.
David
David, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 2, 2025
Sraff was great especially the new manager she rocks. The hotel was very clean, the beds do suck and the hotel and rooms are very dated. They do not come in a do any type of room service no clean towel, no warm blankets. Hotbtub in toom was a plus. Overall comfortable better beds would definitely be a plus.