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    ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

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    296 Thames Highway, Oamaru 9400, New Zealand
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    1 room, 2 adults, 0 children12
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    Overview
    4.5
    162 reviews
    • Excellent73%
    • Very good25%
    • Average1%
    • Poor0%
    • Terrible1%
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    “fresh muffins”(9 reviews)
    “on arrival”(28 reviews)
    “the main road”(13 reviews)
    296 Thames Highway, Oamaru 9400, New Zealand See on map
    AMENITIES
    Free Wifi
    Free Parking
    Breakfast Available
    Non-Smoking Hotel
    Suites
    Kitchenette
    Pets Allowed
    4 Star accommodation
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    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    A central location for a lot daily activities.

    At short notice a family room was secured for an overnight school holiday trip. On arrival we were welcomed into a warm 2 bedroom unit and given a treat of muffins. The rooms are spacious and clean and would be ideal for a much longer...More

    Thank ratz297
    Response from Ambassadorlodge, Owner at ASURE Ambassador Motor LodgeResponded 4 weeks ago

    Thanks so much for that great feedback. It's wonderful to hear you enjoyed your stay with us and I hope you had a great holiday with the family Bret

    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    Value for money accomodation

    Pros - 1) Room clean and heated. Washroom has a small heater as well 2) Very reasonable pricing @ ~ NZD 120/night 3) Very friendly and helpful service 4) Free wifi 5) You get complimentary freshly baked muffins + chocolates + milk upon check in...More

    Thank feizhu
    Response from Ambassadorlodge, Owner at ASURE Ambassador Motor LodgeResponded 4 weeks ago

    Thanks so much for taking the time to leave such a great review. I'm so glad you liked what we offer all our valued guests Bret

    Reviewed 6 July 2018
    Golden Oldies

    Great place to stay to explore the lovely city of Oamaru or just overnight. Large very clean rooms some with a spar bath. Kitchenette with microwave and plates and cutlery etc.washing machine and dryer available for very small charge. Welcomed with a fresh muffin. Never...More

    Thank gingermegs52
    Response from Ambassadorlodge, Owner at ASURE Ambassador Motor LodgeResponded 4 weeks ago

    Thanks very much for your wonderful review. It really makes our day to hear you continue to enjoy staying with us. We look forward to seeing you again Bret

    Reviewed 30 April 2018
    One of the best motels I've stayed at

    Stayed in a King room. Wow, both my partner and I are extremely impressed with the layout, set up and small touches that they've thought of (like having a small torch beside the bed). Extremely comfortable bed, great night's sleep, and very friendly staff. Appreciated...More

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    Response from Ambassadorlodge, Owner at ASURE Ambassador Motor LodgeResponded 2 May 2018

    Thanks very much for such a wonderful review. Your words mean a lot to me as it shows we seem to be meeting our aim of meeting and surpassing our guests needs. Ka kite ano Bret

    Reviewed 22 April 2018 via mobile
    A great relaxer

    What a place to spend a lazy evening in Oamaru. The staff member on the front desk was a delight to deal with and provided some very useful local knowledge that added to my stay. I couldn't have asked for a better place to take...More

    Thank Peter L
    Response from Ambassadorlodge, Owner at ASURE Ambassador Motor LodgeResponded 23 April 2018

    Thanks so much for your wonderful review Peter. It really is great to hear you enjoyed your stay so much, as our primary focus is that our guests feel welcome, comfortable and relaxed. I hope you continued to have a great time on your trip...More

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    Free Parking
    Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
    Hotel Amenities
    Free Parking
    Wheelchair Access
    Self-Serve Laundry
    Non-Smoking Hotel
    Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
    Breakfast Available
    Room amenities
    Microwave
    Refrigerator in room
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    US$84 - US$110 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    Hotel Style
    #1 Luxury Hotel in Oamaru
    #1 Family Hotel in Oamaru
    #1 Best Value Hotel in Oamaru
    #3 Romantic Hotel in Oamaru
    Room types
    Kitchenette, Non-Smoking Rooms, Accessible rooms, Suites, Family Rooms
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    Price range
    US$84 - US$110 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Hotel class
    Hotel Style
    #1 Luxury Hotel in Oamaru
    #1 Family Hotel in Oamaru
    #1 Best Value Hotel in Oamaru
    #3 Romantic Hotel in Oamaru
    Room types
    Kitchenette, Non-Smoking Rooms, Accessible rooms, Suites, Family Rooms
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    Karen R
    27 October 2014|
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    Response from Bob and Di H | Reviewed this property |
    Hi Karen...Most motels offer a free controlled amount daily. This place was the same. Had some difficulty logging on but was assisted by obliging friendly staff. Zenbu system can be troublesome we find. We enjoyed staying... More
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    "If you like space pay for the more expensive rooms. Not a huge difference in price range, over all the room..."
    ratz297
    2 million years ago
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    "Friendly staff, great location, lovely amenities"
    110jeremyw
    2 million years ago
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    "When booking in definitely request a unit towards the back of the complex so as to avoid traffic noise."
    Bindles58
    2 million years ago
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    "Ask for studio room at back as its back from road"
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    2 million years ago
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