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.
Skaneateles Historical Society - 3 min drive - 2.6 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
Burger King - 9 min drive
Taco Bell - 8 min drive
Starbucks - 8 min drive
Moe's Southwest Grill - 9 min drive
About this property
Whispering Winds
When visiting Auburn, Whispering Winds is a great choice to consider. 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
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 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
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
Fees & policies
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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Reviews
Whispering Winds Reviews
7.8
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8.2
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
8.4
Staff & service
7.4
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2025
Loved the room. It was very clean and private. Will be staying there again.
Nancy
Nancy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2025
The staff I dealt with are extremely friendly and hospitable. Room is at a very affordable rate and clean comfortable and enjoy every time we stay here.
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 10, 2025
The property is pet friendly, our room was clean and parking was fine. My interactions with the staff were great.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Dec 12, 2025
Outdated,dead bugs on floor,nice bed
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2025
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
Bethany, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 3, 2025
The property has a nice gazebo for outside seating.
The room was clean and the bed comfortable.
Other than that this facility needs a lot of TLC and is in poor technical shape.
cornelis
cornelis, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
This place is kind of old school, and adorable. Neat as a pin, and way quieter than a regular hotel.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2024
Great location, good staff, clean
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 29, 2025
The room was clean, and the adjacent parking space was convenient. The bathroom could use an update. It is very small. The road noise was a negative.
James
James, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 2, 2024
Old-style motel, but staff very helpful.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2024
Kind and accommodating owner, spacious and comfortable room
Leslie
Leslie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 13, 2025
It was a great spot for me and my family to lay our heads for the night. It truly would’ve been a 5 star review if the bathrooms were scrubbed down a little better. Unfortunately the pool hours (11am-5pm) didn’t work for our quick little stay. The outdoor area was beautiful at night filled with fireflies!
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
Clean
Clean and quiet
James
James, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 19, 2025
The room was clean and comfortable. We had the memorable experience that a transformer blew and burst into flames on a telephone pole nearby. The electricity went out and there was no running water. Thankfully the power came back on at 1 am. Interesting experience but we were safe and warm!
Christian
Christian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2024
CLEAN, friendly, would recommend
Nice place, CLEAN and nice service.
James
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2023
Cute place
Great place for a little get away. Our room was clean and nice for the price. Staff was friendly.
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2023
Very great value and clean room. Super friendly and helpful staff!
Deighton
Deighton, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 11, 2024
Convenient location. Property owners were courteous and helpful.
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2024
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
Gregory, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 20, 2023
Small roadside motel. Doesn’t look like much from the outside, but room was spacious and clean, and management was super courteous , friendly, and accommodating. Would stay again !
Karen
Karen, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 9, 2024
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
Jane, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 25, 2023
Whispering Winds was our option for a couple of nights while in town for a wedding. Looking for a more cost effective stay, they were a great option. It was easy to check in and out and within a 3-5minute drive to all we needed.
Pauline
Pauline, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
We had a great experience at Whispering Winds! The staff was super friendly and the check in process was quick. This is a very cute little roadside motel - the rooms are more like tiny bungalows than a hotel room. Everything was clean and well cared for. The whole place is a little dated but honestly, that really added to the charm for us. Our only complaint (and it's a small one) is that the walls are paper thin, so you can here everything going on outside very clearly. Would definitely recommend if you're looking for a budget friendly, cute little spot!
Kassandra
Kassandra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
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.
John
John, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 3, 2025
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!