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Western Budget Motel - Ponoka

2.5 star property
Motel in Ponoka with free breakfast

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Laundry room
Lobby
Free daily buffet breakfast
Western Budget Motel offers a warm welcome with a cozy lobby fireplace and free self-serve breakfast. Guests appreciate the helpful staff, laundry facilities, WiFi, vending machines, and elevator access, making their stay in Ponoka comfortable and convenient.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Sep 11 - Sep 12
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Tomorrow

Sep 12 - Sep 13
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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Jetted tub

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Basic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(53 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
4205 64 St, Ponoka, AB, T4J 1J8

What's nearby

  • Ponoka Centennial Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Fort Ostell Museum - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Ponoka Community Golf Club - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Red Deer College - 45 min drive - 43.1 miles
  • Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre - 46 min drive - 42.8 miles

Getting around

  • Edmonton Intl. Airport (YEG) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Longhorn Saloon & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Western Budget Motel - Ponoka

Property highlights
At Western Budget Motel - Ponoka, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a vending machine, and an elevator
  • ATM/banking services, free newspapers, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 81 rooms have comforts such as fireplaces and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and hair dryers
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and cable channels
  • Kitchenettes, full-sized refrigerators/freezers, and dishwashers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: CAD 42
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 42

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 35 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of CAD 250 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: CAD 250 per accommodation, per stay
  • Cleaning fee: CAD 18.9 per accommodation, per week

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: CAD 250 per stay
  • Pet fee: CAD 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: CAD 42 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 42 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

Property is also known as

Western Budget Ponoka
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Western Budget Motel - Ponoka Motel
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Frequently asked questions

Is Western Budget Motel - Ponoka pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a deposit of CAD 250 per stay and a fee of CAD 35 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Western Budget Motel - Ponoka?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Western Budget Motel - Ponoka?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of CAD 42 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Western Budget Motel - Ponoka?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for CAD 42 (subject to availability).

Where is Western Budget Motel - Ponoka located?

Situated in Ponoka, this motel is in the same region as Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre, Collicutt Centre, and Red Deer College.

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Reviews

Western Budget Motel - Ponoka Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 341 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 341 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 341 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 341 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 341 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for a nearby wedding, great breakfast buffet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet hotel with lots of parking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, great price
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent to deal with!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Annabell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All in all good stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
property was very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our 2 night stay - husband and wife for family wedding. Large room W/ kitchenette and fireplace. AC worked fine - firm mattress but not a big deal. Very clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building is ñew and the rooms are spacious and airy. Ample breakfasts.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay. Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jodi

Liked: Amenities
The property was clean and a good price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hosts were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent choice to stay in area. Arshdeep in the reception was excellent. Very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent rooms, comfortable bed. Overall excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice big rooms, could use softer mattresses
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating and helpful staff and very quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Rick

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, pet friendly, caring staff, excellent beds, & good sized room
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained and immaculately clean, spacious rooms. Friendly staff. Highly recommend and will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Big room. Full Kitchen if you want it. No coffee pot
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff went out of her way to accommodate our late check in. Very kind and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jenmark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and cheap
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hiroshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We always go this motel because we love its facilities. We happy to see they restart breakfast service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy - Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every inch was exceptionally clean, could use more reception staff but otherwise no complaints
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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