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ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

4.0 star property
4-star motel in Oamaru North

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Studio Unit | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Executive One Bedroom Suite | Terrace/patio
Studio Access Room | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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296 Thames Hwy, Oamaru, 9400
  • Place, Whitestone Cheese Factory
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Steampunk HQ
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Oamaru Harbour
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio Access Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Studio Access Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

1 Bedroom Spa Unit

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio Unit | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Studio Unit

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 Bedroom Family Unit | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

1 Bedroom Family Unit

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Studio Spa | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Studio Spa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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2 Bedrooms Unit 1 | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

2 Bedrooms Unit 1

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 376 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Executive One Bedroom Suite | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Executive One Bedroom Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Bedrooms Unit 2 | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

2 Bedrooms Unit 2

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Oamaru

Oamaru North stay.With a stay at this Oamaru North motel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Whitestone Cheese Factory and 2 miles (3 km) of North Otago Museum. National Bank and Forrester Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Whitestone Cheese Factory - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Steampunk HQ - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Oamaru Harbour - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Indian Kitchen Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fat Sally's - ‬19 min walk

About this property

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

4-star motel in Oamaru North
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. 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 hair dryers. Accommodations at this 4-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves.

This Oamaru motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

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 percent 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per night.

Property 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: approximately NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 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
Air conditioning is not provided
Onsite 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. Onsite 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge to the airport?

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge is 87.9 mi (108-min drive) away from the Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Nov 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge on Nov 30, 2025 start from $91.49, 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.

Does ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge.

How close is ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge to the beach?

This motel is 3 mi (7-min drive) from Bushy Beach and 12 mi (23-min drive) from Te Hakapureirei Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge have a pool?

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge does not have a pool.

Does ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge to downtown Oamaru?

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge is 0.8 mi away from Oamaru.