My partner and I spent a night in lovely Wanaka during our February 2018 South Island road trip. We chose Aspiring Lodge Motel due to its convenient location and it lived up to our expectations: the motel was a 5 minute walk away from the lakefront shops and restaurants, and there was a supermarket right next to it. Check-in (which closed at 8pm) was a breeze and the reception staff helpfully recommended dinner places upon our request. Although parking was limited, we were lucky to get a spot right outside our room door.

We had booked the Twin room and it came with a queen and a single bed, as well as a balcony. The room was exactly as depicted in the photos online; we liked the quaint decor and found the bed comfortable. On the downside, we had issues with the lack of cutlery in the kitchenette (it was odd that we couldn't find any!) and would have preferred a stronger shower pressure. The WiFi was also not great but that was the same for all the accommodations we had stayed at in the South Island.

All in all, my partner and I were satisfied with our stay at Aspiring Lodge Motel and would recommend it to other overnight travellers.

Well, across the road from the lake! Stayed here for one night in a King Studio and received a very warm welcome upon arrival. On site parking was 'snug' as the width of parking spaces are not that generous. The room was very comfortable and well maintained and we slept quite well - only disturbance was from deliveries in the early morning to the supermarket which was right next door. The motel was in a good position for lakeside walks and restaurants.