Drake Devonshire and Motor Inn

Cannot say enough about the Inn...the food...the staff..special shout out to CC and Natashia ...the view...the surroundings...this truly was a wonderful stay! Staff is a text message away from assisting you in any way! So close to Picton and several wineries! Can't wait to return!

Our stay at Drake Motor Inn was absolutely fantastic! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by a reception team and manager who exuded warmth and hospitality. Their genuine interest in engaging us in conversation made us feel incredibly welcome.As travelers with a pet, we were delighted to find that Drake Motor Inn is pet-friendly. The spacious rooms provided ample space for our furry friend to relax, and being just minutes away from the lake made it the perfect location for scenic walks and outdoor activities.We can't wait to return for another fantastic stay!

This is a 4.5 star rating. Stayed at the STUDIO KING room #10. This room is located in the blue building which is the colourful one you see behind the Drake Motor Inn Sign. Only four other rooms occupy this building and so you won’t see too much foot traffic besides the other guests staying at the Inn. This room is very spacious and has its own large porch that faces Wharf Street. It’s also pretty quiet given that it faces a residential area and although the near the brewery, noise was never an issue and overall it was a very pleasant stay. Positives: - very clean and modern/trendy - huge washroom and shower area - great art in the room, halls, surrounding area - location is steps to great restaurants the water, markets etc - communal area for each building and between buildings is great to hangout and sheltered if the weather is raining. - linens were clean and very comfortable - nice welcome cookies and very attentive staff via the app/text messages and at the Devonshire - complimentary morning coffee is a great way to start the day - bathroom toiletries smelled great - phone app key system worked really well - lots of parking spaces Negatives (which are very minor) - shower water pressure is good but nothing like you would get at home - mattress is lumpy (I believe by design cause it’s a fancy mattress brand) just a preference. The communal spaces and intimacy of the inn made this such a great experience. It was nice to meet other guests by the fire pit and share and swap tips about restaurants and wineries. Given how central and great the location is the inn it also served as a meeting hub for friend staying in other parts of the county. The overall atmosphere you get as soon as you walk into your room and relax on your private porch is well worth the price paid and it would be a recommend to anyone looking for a unique experience in Wellington.