ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
4.0 star property

Eco-certified Oamaru motel in Oamaru North with free parking
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ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

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Exterior
Exterior
Studio Spa
1 Bedroom Family Unit
Reception

Overview of ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
The price is AU$179
Price available on 1/4/2024

Check out the area

296 Thames Hwy, Oamaru, 9400
  • Popular LocationSteampunk HQ3 min drive
  • Popular LocationOamaru Harbour3 min drive
  • Popular LocationOamaru Blue Penguin Colony6 min drive
  • AirportDunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)108 min drive
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Room options

Executive One Bedroom Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

2 Bedrooms Unit 2

cleanliness

Highlights

Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Studio Access Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

1 Bedroom Spa Unit

cleanliness

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Studio Spa

cleanliness

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

2 Bedrooms Unit 1

cleanliness

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Studio Unit

cleanliness

Highlights

Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 Bedroom Family Unit

cleanliness

Highlights

Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Oamaru

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge is located in Oamaru North, a neighbourhood in Oamaru. National Bank and Janet Frame House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Oamaru Gardens and Oamaru Harbour. Whitestone Cheese Factory and Steam Train are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • North Otago Museum - 20 min walk
  • Steampunk HQ - 3 min drive
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 3 min drive
  • Oamaru Harbour - 3 min drive
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 11 min walk
  • Fat Sally's Pub & Restaurant - 2 min drive
  • The Last Post Pub Restaurant - 3 min drive
  • Subway - 14 min walk
  • Kfc - 11 min walk

About this property

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

Upscale eco-certified motel located in Oamaru North
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and free newspapers
  • Barbecues, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Kitchenettes, fridges and microwaves

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM–10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 15 for adults and from NZD 15 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

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, debit card or cash deposit 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, debit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodation in New Zealand. This Motel property has been rated 4 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge?

As of 29 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge on 1 Apr 2024 start from AU$178.81, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge located?

Located in Oamaru North, this eco-certified motel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Whitestone Cheese Factory, North Otago Museum and National Bank. Forrester Gallery and Janet Frame House are also within 1 mile (2 km).

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 244 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 244 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 244 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 244 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 244 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bernadine

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Over all great stop over , staff fabulous complimentary muffins for our room and gd size milk for 4 people for night and moring cuppa. Plenty room and couches in lounge. Stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Abid

No mixer in bathroom sink and kitchen. No flexible with check out for late arrivals. We were told that we have to check out at 10am or we will incur 25$ charge even though we arrived at 9pm and only asked for half an hour extra for checkout
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

You Bao

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so nice everything was so clean and tidy. Cooking pot, utensils, and cutlery were provided. It was so convenient. The price was also reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location and spacious
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
1 night in Oamaru
Great to be back, handy to all i need, top service, till next year
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had everything we needed. Plenty of space especially in the bathroom. Very comfortable. The staff were lovely- even gave us muffins when we arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
2 nights in Oamaru
Great service, love Oamaru, Wilie the motelier top guy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Shirley

Very spacious unit.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great access and parking, very roomy unit.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

General hotel information

Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Address
296 Thames Hwy, Oamaru
Location
Oamaru