Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga

4.0 star property
Suburban motel in Tauranga with free parking

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Two-story residence with a modern design, featuring horizontal siding and a balcony on the upper level.
Cozy living space with a sofa, bathroom with toilet, sink, and shower.
Compact kitchen with a stainless steel sink, electric kettle, and white cabinets with silver handles.
Two single beds with white linens and green bedspreads, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
Enjoy a home away from home with a kitchenette, dining table, and flat-screen TV.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
9 Fifteenth Avenue, Tauranga, 3112
  • Tauranga Domain
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Mercury Baypark
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Mount Maunganui
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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Room options

Access Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Unit)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

City Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (WOTIF CITY SALE)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Tauranga

Located in Tauranga South, Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga is within a mile (2 km) of sights such as Tenpin Tauranga and Memorial Park. This 4-star motel has 5 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Memorial Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Tauranga Domain - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Fernland Spa - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Mercury Baypark - 9 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Mount Maunganui - 19 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tauranga Citizens Club - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Quantum Vis Eatery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pita Pit Tauranga - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga

Suburban motel in Tauranga with free parking
Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills.
Guests can expect flat-screen TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 13 to 18 for adults and NZD 8 to 12 for children

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Dining table
  • High chair
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 1 2025 to August 1 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 40.00 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: NZD 500 per stay
  • A damage deposit of NZD 500 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 13 to 18 for adults, and NZD 8 to 12 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 40.00 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-7:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from October 18 to April 30.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga?

Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga?

This motel is situated in Tauranga South within a short 19-minute walk of Memorial Park and also 18 minutes on foot from Tenpin Tauranga. You'll also find Fernland Spa and Tauranga Domain within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga include a casino?

No, Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 9:00 AM and 8:00 PM and the seasonal pool will be open from October 18 until April 30.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a kitchenette and free Internet access as well as an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga though service animals are welcome.

Does Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga have connecting rooms?

Yes, this motel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga?

The closest major airport to Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga is Tauranga (TRG), which is 8.2 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is around 28.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga.

Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 345 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 345 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 345 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 345 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 345 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Good just not exception

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great unit. Fab staff. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay there
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Latecia

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel. Close to everything and quiet. Will be definitely booking again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent thanks for the stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

C

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Could not have been happier! The woman who checked us in was super friendly and helpful, the room spotless, beds were very comfy. Will stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendliness of staff no dislikes
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaz

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

Excellent service

Great service and informative given
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

triesta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reception was really nice and helpful, i told her, the reason why we were in Tauranga, she's just told me how to get to our destination places and was so happy 😊, cause we didn't know the way.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Hamilton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service good people would recommend highly. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

All round excellence

Stayed two nights having changed plans. Best accommodation if our holiday!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Tidy rooms with friendly staff

We were pleasantly surprised by the standard of the rooms (the photos don’t do the rooms justice - very spacious) and overall appearance of the accommodation. The reception lady is super friendly and always happy to help.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

N r

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was an excellent stay, very clean, great amenities, lovely pool and trampoline for kids. Staff very friendly! Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Office lady very helpful and made us out of town guests very welcome
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

dayna

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

Ambassador Motor Inn - perfect place to stay

The host / owner went above and beyond to make our stay a successful business trip. the facilities are excellent. we will definitely book with the Ambassador Motor Inn again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey, Hamilton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really helpful friendly manager. Nice modern facilities. We had 2 cars and it was no problem!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Lance

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Office lady was very friendly and helpful. Room was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and neat accommodation with friendly and communicative owner.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023