Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free parking is available on-site.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 22:00, and check-out is at 10:00. The front desk is open until 19:30.

Where is the property located in relation to local attractions?

The motel is located in Picton, close to Picton Harbour and Picton Ferry Terminal, with easy access to Picton Foreshore and Victoria Domain.

Are children allowed to stay at the property?

Children are welcome at the motel, but specific age policies are not provided.

Aldan Lodge

What guests think

Across recent reviews, travellers describe Aldan Lodge as a convenient, central base in Picton with consistently friendly, accommodating hosts, generally clean, comfortable rooms, and practical basics that work well for short stopovers, especially before or after the ferry.

Guests highlight flexible, considerate service, including smooth late-night arrivals and help when plans changed. Rooms range from small or dated to spacious and quiet; a few report noise, musty or pet odours, weak water pressure, or minor maintenance. Overall, expect a straightforward motel stay with warm service and solid value.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

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Facilities

Basic facilities met needs, with several mentions of in-room kitchenettes. A couple of guests appreciated pet-friendly accommodation, while a few comments note minor maintenance or plumbing issues.

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8

Susan

28 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This property was great - maybe needs a little bit of renovation but the facilities were good and just a short walk to centre town and eating venues. Very happy with our choice.

10

Shaunne

15 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, quiet room, good facilities, some paintwork worn and minor maintenance needed. Very friendly host.

10

Dianne

14 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We booked a Budget Studio which exceeded our expectations. Lovely, spacious and great facilities 👍😊

6

Stephen

19 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location with a large grocery store right across the street. The kitchen was nicely appointed but the room was a bit tired. Small shower.

10

Rachel

20 Jul 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Great service - really friendly and helpful. Good facilities and room space.

10

Anja

27 Feb 2024

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Sehr schönes Motel mit kleiner Küche, sehr gut gelegen, Fähre und Bushaltestelle ca. 10 Minuten zu Fuß, Supermarkt gegenüber

10

Kenneth

7 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was good. Quality furnishings, good wifi, parking at the door and easy checkin. Recommended for the reasonable price.

8

Sheree

5 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect stop before/after the ferry. Thank you for a great nights sleep. Great to be able to bring the dogs.

6

Wolf

16 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Plumbing Action

6

Lisa

15 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was comfortable and we were happy we could have our little dog

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Cleanliness

Many reviews praise clean, tidy rooms, but a few report issues such as lingering odours, unwashed dishes, or bathroom areas needing a better scrub.

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10

William

10 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable and clean

10

Karen

2 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and comfortable.

8

Gaynor

18 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Unit was warm and clean

8

Gaynor

18 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Unit was clean and tidy

10

Jill

15 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean

4

Ben

21 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

the property smelled like a wet mangy dog. definitely not value for money

6

Phoebe

22 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Toilet had a strong smell of urine from first day, dishes dirty. Comfortable and quiet otherwise.

4

Maureen

11 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

No water pressure in shower. Bathroom and shower ledges need a good scrub. Whilst the property needs an upgrade there is no excuse for uncleanliness. Especially as the property is pricey compared to other motels we have stayed in around the country.

10

Gary

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean tidy. Easy to walk to town. Very central to all

10

Suzanne

28 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great nice spacious clean and right in town

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Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable, with sizes ranging from small to spacious; decor is often dated but functional, and some guests experienced noise, small showers, or minor maintenance.

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P W

19 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Mostly good, just noisy

10

Shaunne

15 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, quiet room, good facilities, some paintwork worn and minor maintenance needed. Very friendly host.

8

martine

22 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly, pleasant and helpful staff. The room was small, but just what we needed.

8

Anna

12 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very convenient location, with friendly and helpful staff. Room was a bit dated but functional and more than adequate for a one night stay.

10

Dianne

14 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We booked a Budget Studio which exceeded our expectations. Lovely, spacious and great facilities 👍😊

8

Katharine

16 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great for a one night stay. New flooring and comfortable.

8

helen

9 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It isnt too bad. Probably could do with a spruce up. I probably would not stay again but mainly because of fhe noise. There was a lot of thumping and banging in unit above us and there a was a lot of noise from trucks and cars. I didnt sleep well, although bed was clean and comfortable. The ofher thing was we were freezing cold and couldn't figurd out the panel heater. So we were in bed by 6.30 p.m. with the electric blanket on 3. The lady at reception was really lovely

6

Stephen

19 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location with a large grocery store right across the street. The kitchen was nicely appointed but the room was a bit tired. Small shower.

10

Mike

26 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice room and comfortable bed

10

Suzanne

28 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great nice spacious clean and right in town

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Service

Service is frequently described as friendly, helpful and accommodating, with thoughtful arrangements for late check-ins and schedule disruptions; a couple of reviews mention difficulty reaching staff or unfriendly front desk interactions.

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10

Rebecca

2 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location for our needs. Staff were very welcoming and helpful.

6

John

9 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nothing but a run down motel. Got to room windows open and had to kill at least 10 flies. Rooms needed repair and painting. Stayed in 10 hotels, B&B’s and motels on the South Island and this was by far the worst. Do not recommend. Front desk not very friendly either.

10

Shaunne

15 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, quiet room, good facilities, some paintwork worn and minor maintenance needed. Very friendly host.

8

martine

22 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly, pleasant and helpful staff. The room was small, but just what we needed.

6

Jamie

21 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Considering this is a small town, i knew options would be limited, with that being said. The check in process did not make me feel safe at all. The keys were already on the doors and the doors themselves didnt lock well. To check in or ask them a question i had to always look for the staff, yes they had a phone but it was almost as if you were bugging them. The rooms themseleves were clean, big and not too run down. I just did not feel safe with the way the main dooor locked.

10

mohiyuddeen

1 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable and tidy property.After hours service was excellent.Would surely use their services again and recommend to friends.

10

Anita

23 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The care, service and help I received when my stay had to be extended because of ferry cancellations was great. Nothing was a problem and I appreciate it hugely. Thanks

10

Howard

25 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

They went the xtra mile, Our late sailing was a hour late. And they left a note telling us what room and even left the lights on for us. TOP Marks. I would recommend to all.

10

Thomas

31 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay in Picton. Can get anywhere in town walking, including the ferry terminals. Owners are incredibly nice. Highly recommend. Will stay here again if back in Picton.

8

Ross

6 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I arrived very late at night (due to a delay in my ferry from Wellington), and was worried whether I would be able to get into my room. But no need to worry - the manager had left a note for me in the reception's window, giving me directions.

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Location

Repeatedly praised as central and walkable to town, restaurants and the transport terminals, making it convenient for overnight stopovers.

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10

Rebecca

2 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location for our needs. Staff were very welcoming and helpful.

10

Shaunne

15 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, quiet room, good facilities, some paintwork worn and minor maintenance needed. Very friendly host.

8

Anna

12 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very convenient location, with friendly and helpful staff. Room was a bit dated but functional and more than adequate for a one night stay.

10

Valerie

20 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A very comfortable overnight stay. Close to restaurants and the ultimate destination - the ferry. It was nice to have a chat with the owner.

10

Kirsty

17 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

What a comfortable stopover for the ferry. Close to town centre and the interislander

10

Anja

27 Feb 2024

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Sehr schönes Motel mit kleiner Küche, sehr gut gelegen, Fähre und Bushaltestelle ca. 10 Minuten zu Fuß, Supermarkt gegenüber

8

Allan

17 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good accommodation close to town and cafes etc. Easy walking distance to everything.

8

Angela

22 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was a perfect place to stay having got off the ferry late at night. Super central and the staff were great.

10

Gary

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean tidy. Easy to walk to town. Very central to all

8

Carol

24 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Ideal to catch ferry to Wellington. Very nice couple, allowed us to check in very early as room ready, no extracost. Very spacious - supermarket and eateries close by. Pretty harbour area.

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1 $65	2 $86	3 $88	4 $106	5 $99	6 $100	7 $87
8 $106	9 $101	10 $93	11 $72	12 $79	13 $114	14 $71
15 $92	16 $94	17 $94	18 $79	19 $72	20 $84	21 $98
22 $106	23 $107	24 $92	25 $99	26 $100	27 $93	28 $91
29 $91	30 $74

Aldan Lodge

About this property

Location

Room options

Queen Studio

Two-Bedroom Apartment with Spa Bath

Budget Studio

Executive One-Bedroom Mezzanine

Two-Bedroom Apartment

Standard Studio

Executive Studio

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