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    ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

    159 reviews
    #1 of 18 Hotels in Oamaru
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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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    159 reviews
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    “the main road”(14 reviews)
    296 Thames Highway, Oamaru 9400, New Zealand See on map
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    Breakfast Available
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    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

    Thank MBSULLY
    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

    Reviewed 10 April 2018
    Welcome end to a long day!

    Spotlessly clean room, nice thoughtful extras like handy towels and glad wrap available ( helpful when packing lunch for next day of travel) . Bonus welcome muffin and chocolate under the pillow were nice touches and reception man was friendly and helpful. The motel units...More

    Thank Mich2739
    Response from Ambassadorlodge, Owner at ASURE Ambassador Motor LodgeResponded 11 April 2018

    Thank you very much for your great feedback. I'm so glad you enjoyed the extras we provide. We look forward to seeing you again Ka kite ano Bret

    Reviewed 9 April 2018
    Friendlist motel staff in Oamaru!

    Everyone here was so friendly, from the boss to the ladies cleaning the room. We arrived early while they were still cleaning up from the last people but they never made us feel like we were a bother. Also loved the extra little finishing touches...More

    Thank Jeremy W
    Response from Ambassadorlodge, Owner at ASURE Ambassador Motor LodgeResponded 10 April 2018

    Thank you so much for that amazing feedback. Our philosophy is that anything we can do to make you feel welcome and comfortable must be done, so I'm glad your comments would appear to show we are on the right track! Ka kite ano Bret

    Reviewed 20 March 2018
    Muffins!

    The staff was friendly, the room was spacious and clean, and we got muffins (really yummy ones) upon check in. My only complaint is that we did get some road noise. However, it wasn't so much that it impacted my sleep. In fact, I slept...More

    Thank DanielH1981
    Response from Ambassadorlodge, Owner at ASURE Ambassador Motor LodgeResponded 22 March 2018

    Thanks so much for your wonderful review Daniel. It's good to hear you got such a great night's sleep and that you enjoyed the muffins. Bret

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    #1 Best Value Hotel in Oamaru
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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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    "Friendly staff, great location, lovely amenities"
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    "When booking in definitely request a unit towards the back of the complex so as to avoid traffic noise."
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    "Ask for studio room at back as its back from road"
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    "Room 1, lovely quiet room at the back of the property."
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