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Ambassador Motel - Palmerston North

3.0 star property
Families find a welcoming retreat at this cozy spot where the seasonal outdoor pool beckons on sunny days and beautiful gardens create space for quality time

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Located in West End, Ambassador Motel - Palmerston North offers a garden and playground for relaxation. Travelers appreciate the seasonal outdoor pool for refreshment, while practical amenities like dry cleaning services and luggage storage make for a hassle-free visit.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
4 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • Garden view
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Standard Room, Kitchenette

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in West End, a neighbourhood in Palmerston North, Ambassador Motel - Palmerston North is in a shopping district. Esplanade Scenic Railway and De Molen, Windmill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Victoria Esplanade and Skyhawk Playground. New Zealand Rugby Museum and Community Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Palmerston North travel guide
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167 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North, 4410

What's nearby

  • Victoria Esplanade
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Centrepoint Theatre
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Palmerston North Convention Centre
    14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • The Square
    14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Arena Manawatu
    3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Flavour Bistro
    13 min walk
  • Cafe Esplanade
    14 min walk
  • McDonald's
    12 min walk
  • McDonald's
    8 min walk
  • Ocggi Sushi
    8 min walk

About this property

Ambassador Motel - Palmerston North

Motel located in West End
You can look forward to a garden, a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services at Ambassador Motel - Palmerston North. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free property and barbecues
  • A reception hall
Room features
All guest rooms at Ambassador Motel - Palmerston North include comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

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

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.75 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.75 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Ambassador Motel Palmerston North
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Ambassador Palmerston North
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Frequently asked questions

Does Ambassador Motel - Palmerston North have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Ambassador Motel - Palmerston North pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Ambassador Motel - Palmerston North?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ambassador Motel - Palmerston North?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ambassador Motel - Palmerston North?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Ambassador Motel - Palmerston North located?

Located in West End, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of The Square, Palmerston North Convention Centre and City Library. Te Manawa and Centrepoint Theatre are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Ambassador Motel - Palmerston North Reviews

7.6

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

7.8

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 186 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were absolutely amazing Very accommodating and helpful with any needs required by me
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a generally poor condition clearly demonstrating the lack of a maintenance program. Walls show damage, light fittings need to be replaced carpet mats fraying and very poor, carpet, curtains, vanity in bathroom, all need replacing. Interior plastering and painting all need rather urgent attention.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and tidy, parking with a trailer was no problem we will be back to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fairly central to our planned itinerary, the restaurants were a short drive and the supermarket was also nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

reasonable and friendly

great location, friendly staff. the facility is a bit old but clean and price is reasonable. we will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

SL

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Comfortable but needs a facelift

Great motel for families with good cooking facilities. Needs a freshen up though as pretty outdated.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

MRS, Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely hosts and good location. Bed configuration works well with queen and single in lounge area. Having an oven works well for a family wanting to make their own meals. The decor is dated, and walls are thin. Thankfully our neighbors were quiet for the most part. Parking on site is a plenty, and in the summer the pool must be a great addition.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Minh

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The body gel dispenser appears to be an ornament in the shower cabinet. It was always empty. We were provided with cakes of soap, which causes dry skin on some people including us. Water from the fridge leaked, flooding the kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean & neat. Space was a bit small but good for winter when it’s cold. Great drainage for the shower. Happy with that as most motels have problems with the shower drainage!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady was super helpful as we were arriving later than the office was open
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The apartment was very spacious which is what you get with older units, room to move. Good location and outdoor space. Excellent and helpful host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thoroughly enjoyed

Enjoyed everything
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like everything about our unit. Most of all the location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

good place to stay

Just a great motel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly manager. Kitchenette in our room, allowing us to make meals easily. Short walk to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Shaz

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great size room could do with some updating. Jets on bath need a good clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rewa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mum and son

I actually loved the room me and my son stayed in, had everything i needed kitchenet, sky and even had 3 single beds and a double and a out side pool. 2km away from town& a hop skip and jump to their main park. If i was to come back to Palmerston north this will be the motel me and my kids will stay at.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Basic Motel with everything required. Unfortunately the Motel made an error with our booking and instead of getting a studio spa unit I got a standard studio unit for the same price which was slightly annoying. We did like the Sky box so could pause and rewind which you don't get at all motels, but the Kitchen was very small with minimal basic utensils, very old stove, no salt or pepper. The toilet was put between a wall and the shower and as a big guy I couldn't fit on it properly - not good. The shower itself was good. The bed was relatively comfortable, room nice & dark when curtains were pulled and the fan was a welcome relief from the heat. Overall comfortable enough (except for the toilet) but a little underwhelming. We did swim in the pool but again this was underwhelming - Cloudy water, lots of broken tile surrounds, untidy gardens, broken pool cover. Better than no pool though given the heat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect place to stay they have everything

Perfect place to stay whether as a family or just a night away very peaceful and lovely surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overnight stay

Needs clearer signage. Took several attempts to locate. Excellent facilities. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The bed was old and uncomfortable as had roll together . The decor dated and in need of a revamp. Wasn’t clean and a lot of maintenance required. Walls so thin that you can hear the people next door.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

2/10 Terrible

john

Booked over 2 months in advance requesting a ground floor room, Arrived after 8 hour trip paid then was told we were up stairs. While offering to move us down the next day this did not suit as we had functions to attend during the day. We were too tired to look for another motel The poor girl on reception could not understand why we had been put up stairs. Will not be using this place again and will certainly tell everyone about this most unsatisfactory event. If I had pulled my stitches climbing the bloody stairs. The papers would have had a field day,.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Ross

Ambassador Palmreston

Easy to find, Caltex service station close by for milk bread etc restaurants handy. Unit a little crowded but ample for our stay deck with garden and pool outlook.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

laura, hawkes bay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was very impressed with my stay. Lovely room and staff. Very clean and tidy. Will definately stat again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect for our Kura's requirements! Boys at The Ambassador and girls next door at the Ala Vista. Great premises, very accommodating management and lovely staff. Made our week in Palmerston North all the more memorable! Ka nui te mihi! Thank You!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018