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ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

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

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Stylish hotel with a central corridor and two-story buildings, featuring large windows and a warm atmosphere.
Relax in a serene garden setting with a charming table and chairs surrounded by lush greenery.
Cozy retreat with a kitchenette, desk, and TV, perfect for a comfortable stay.
Plants and a mirror adorn the wall, adding a touch of greenery to the space.
Relax in this inviting room with a comfortable bed, flat-screen TV, and a desk for work or relaxation.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is ฿3,098
฿3,563 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

Room options

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a convenient door.

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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Relax in this inviting space with a large bed, bedside lamps, and a beautiful painting above.

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
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, nightstand, and comfortable seating area.

Studio Access Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 Bedroom Spa Unit | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

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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Relax in this inviting room with a comfortable bed, flat-screen TV, and a desk for work or relaxation.

Studio Spa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for 2 Bedrooms Unit 1

Two single beds with matching headboards and footboards, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture adorn this cozy space.

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
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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Two double beds, a desk, and kitchenette area make this room a convenient base for your stay.

Studio Unit

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Relax in this serene hotel room featuring a large bed with a floral bedspread, two bedside tables, a comfortable chair, and a desk for work.

1 Bedroom Family Unit

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Map
296 Thames Hwy, Oamaru, 9400

What's nearby

  • Steampunk HQ - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Oamaru Harbour - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 4 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

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), barbecues and free newspapers
  • Smoke-free property, luggage storage and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
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

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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 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 25 per night

Payment types at the property

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 25 per night
  • 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
Air conditioning is not provided
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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 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 9 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge on 10 Aug 2025 start from ฿3,098.21, excluding 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).

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ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 299 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 299 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 299 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 299 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 299 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

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

William

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

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The shower needs better water pressure
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean ,well presented motel and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Very Clean Motel

The Asure Motel was lovely and clean it was a cold day when we arrived late in the afternoon and they had put the heating on which was great. We had the room close to the road and were worried about road noise but it was not a problem
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly staff, super clean room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Robin

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

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

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

Michael

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

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay - great check-in/out service

10/10 Excellent

Leonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

sarah

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

Michelle

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

10/10 Excellent

Zhiqiang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel for a short layover. Sufficient parking lots for vehicles. The room was well maintained and cleaned.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Wei

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

8/10 Good

Chris

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

10/10 Excellent

Brent

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

1 night in Oamaru

Great to be back, love Oamaru
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

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

10/10 Excellent

Brent

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

last night in Oamaru

Great to be back if only for 1 night, always great service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Approachable staff..and they are good to their guest..thank you very much. Highly recomended lodge
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was nice and warm, which is important in June!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

rodney j

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
fantastic breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022