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ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

4.0 star property
Eco-certified motel in Oamaru with free parking

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Exterior
Studio Access Room | Private kitchen
Studio Unit
Reception
Executive One Bedroom Suite | Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July

Explore the area

Map
296 Thames Hwy, Oamaru, 9400
  • Steampunk HQ
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Oamaru Harbour
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive One Bedroom Suite

Executive One Bedroom Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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2 Bedrooms Unit 2

2 Bedrooms Unit 2

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Access Room

Studio Access Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 Bedroom Spa Unit

1 Bedroom Spa Unit

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Studio Spa

Studio Spa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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2 Bedrooms Unit 1

2 Bedrooms Unit 1

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Studio Unit

Studio Unit

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 Bedroom Family Unit

1 Bedroom Family Unit

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

About the area

Oamaru

At ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Whitestone Cheese Factory and North Otago Museum. Highlights at this eco-friendly motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a picnic area and free newspapers in the lobby. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Oamaru North motel include National Bank and Forrester Gallery.
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What's nearby

  • Steampunk HQ - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Oamaru Harbour - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Oamaru Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 6 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Galleon Complex - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Indian Kitchen Restaurant - ‬10 min walk

About this property

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

Eco-certified motel in Oamaru with free parking
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. The eco-certified ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge also features a picnic area, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Oamaru motel is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge offers 11 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Accommodation at this 4-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges and microwaves.

This Oamaru motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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

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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

Food and drink

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

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • 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

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • 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 staffed during limited hours
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
This property enforces quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 7:30 AM
Guests are required to contact this property by text message 24 hours prior to arrival to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 25 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 15 for adults and from NZD 15 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Air conditioning is not provided
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Air conditioning is not provided. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge?

Yep, ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge has a free self car park.

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

As of 30 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge on 12 July 2025 start from AU$146.06, 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.

Are there any beaches close to ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge?

The closest beach to ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge is Bushy Beach (4.2 km).

Is ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge is a hit with families.

Does ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental breakfast is on offer daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge?

No, ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge?

Furry friends are welcome at ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge, with food and water bowls on offer.

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 297 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 297 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 297 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 297 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 297 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating manager. Couldn't do more to make us comfortable!! One criticism is the shower was tricky!! Hot water didn't come on easily. We eventually got it going after seeing the notice on the wall. The shower floor was very slippery, as the curtains didn't keep the outside dry, so quite dangerous when wet. I had to dry the floor leading to the toilet to prevent my husband, and myself, from slipping. Needs an air vent/ expel fan. The kitchen could benefit also from an expel fan.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Some extras were very nice. The muffins on arrival was a nice touch
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariana Girón

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

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

Another night in Oamaru

Very helpful staff, lovely room, cosy, comfortable bed, good amenities. A bonus free blueberry cupcake when we arrived went down well with a fresh brewed coffee
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful and welcoming. Room was well equipped. Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked last minute. Very clean, had everything you might need. Towels could be softer!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As always the Ambassador offered a restful, convenient place for this traveller. I have stayed there a number of times before and would recommend it. The complementary muffin on arrival is a lovely touch!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

William, Havelock North

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to be able to catch up with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Baz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Winfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
was adequate for our needs
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and what you would expect. Kitchen well stocked for self catering. Decor and ammenities a little bit dated and tired by cant comllain about cleanliness and the host was super helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Chelsey

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service from the personal at the property. Would recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Althea

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

Great place for one night

Pleasantly surprised, great room, and jetted tub. Went out in the evening and breakfast had been placed in the fridge. Very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

ZHIBAO

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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access, walking if fit, to Oamaru. Quiet and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel provided everything we needed and the staff were really friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wei

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stuff. They can speak Chinese & English. If you wanna live in Oamaru for few days. This Motel is a great choice for you.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tawahi

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

They went the extra mile

We spent one night here so we could go see the Little Penguin colony. We enjoyed our stay. The staff delivered our breakfast the evening before and left it in our refrigerator while we were out. I unintentionally left something of value in the room when we left Oamaru and didn’t realize it until we arrived at our next destination. The cleaning staff found it and took it to the main office. When I called about it, the manager arranged to send it to a hotel which was a destination later in our trip. This gives me a lot of confidence in the staff and management of this hotel. I really appreciated the honesty and willingness to go the extra mile for me. FIVE STARS!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024