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Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

Property class: 3
Family-friendly 3-star hotel with outdoor pool

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, chairs, a TV, and a large window with a view of the outside.
A modern building with a prominent 'The Ambassador' sign, a cafe, and a restaurant.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a restaurant with outdoor seating, and a well-maintained hedge.
A modern building with multiple balconies and a swimming pool.
A breakfast bar with various food items, coffee machines, and storage shelves.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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86 Ulster Street, Whitiora, Hamilton, Waikato, 3200
  • Place, Hamilton Central Business District
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, FMG Stadium Waikato
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, SkyCity Hamilton
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Two Queen Room

Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Superior Two Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Superior Plus Studio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV.

Superior Twin Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, chairs, a TV, and a large window with a view of the outside.

1 Bedroom Motel Unit

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Twin Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a view of the outside.

2 Bedroom Motel Unit

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a view of trees and buildings.

Superior Plus Twin Queen

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room with Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Hamilton

Whitiora stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Whitiora hotel, you'll find Hamilton Central Business District and Whitiora Bible Church. Waikato River and FMG Stadium Waikato are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Hamilton Central Business District - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Waikato River - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • FMG Stadium Waikato - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hamilton Centre Place - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • SkyCity Hamilton - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rocket Coffee Roasters - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Helm Bar & Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪French Tart Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Valentines Buffet Restaurant - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

Family-friendly 3-star hotel with outdoor pool
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Hamilton hotel is smoke free.

  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1975
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton offers 51 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. 30-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 32 for adults and NZD 16 for children

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 30-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: NZD 200 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 32 for adults and NZD 16 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton to the airport?

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton is 8.1 mi (18-min drive) away from the Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton?

As of Sep 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton on Sep 13, 2026 start from $83, 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.

Does Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton.

Does Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 32 for adults and NZD 16 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but SkyCity Hamilton (16-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton have a pool?

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton to downtown Hamilton?

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton is 0.6 mi away from Hamilton.

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 386 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 394 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good sized room, comfortable beds, clean and a great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and spacious room, helpful staff at both the desk and breakfast, cleaners were thorough, highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

HAYDN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room Great staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable bed and good shower with off street parking. Perfect for one night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great towels, comfy beds, quiet rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tidy hotel, lots of TV channnels. The breakfast was good and the staff were friendly and helpful. Close to the city.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cristobal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was a wonderful inclusion in this stay. We were also able to park directly in front of our room which made unloading and reloading easy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, nice paid breakfast. Not a fancy hotel, but clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tobias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, pool, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean good service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter and Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Comfortable bed. WiFi was great. Location for both Hobbiton & Waitomo/Ruakuri Caves (glow worms etc) was awesome - smack dab in the middle 😃
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room , staff friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean tidy and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Disliked: Amenities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very welcoming and kind
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Parikshit Ravindra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean, shower pressure was great. However bathrooms were beginning to show age a bit. Staff in restaurant was helpful for breakfast but did not clearly outline what was and wasn’t included in the buffet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an ageing property but still very good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yifei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice staff, friendly and wfficient
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly, great amenities & very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean, easy and fun for the kids. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Akisi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spa is awesome. Handy location to town, pak n sav and restaurants across the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great stay for a great price !! The $28 breakfast buffet is excellent with great barrista style coffee . All staff encountered were super friendly ! Room was huge with a nice balcony. Would recommend to anyone .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026