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4.1 out of 5

"Was an excellent stay, very clean, great amenities, lovely pool and trampoline for kids. Staff very friendly! Would definitely stay again " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 21 Jan 2024

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Hotel Description

At Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Tenpin Tauranga and Memorial Park. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi.

This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Added amenities include laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking.

In the area of this 4-star Tauranga South motel, you'll find Mount Maunganui.

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$187* Per night/room 1 Apr. - 2 Apr.

Access Studio

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Deluxe Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

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

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

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

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga ratings based on 207 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
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Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 3.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga

Everyone (94) Couples (58) Family (53)
5 out of 5
Was an excellent stay, very clean, great amenities, lovely pool and trampoline for kids. Staff very friendly! Would definitely stay again

Posted by on 21 Jan. 2024

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5 out of 5
Office lady very helpful and made us out of town guests very welcome

Posted by on 4 Jan. 2024

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4 out of 5
Office lady was very friendly and helpful. Room was nice.

Posted by on 15 Aug. 2023

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5 out of 5
Clean and pleasant

Posted by on 8 May 2023

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5 out of 5
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Posted by on 25 Apr. 2023

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5 out of 5
Friendly staff. Nice and clean property.

Posted by on 23 Apr. 2023

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5 out of 5
A Nice and Tidy property close to the water. The friendly Management clearly take pride in their Motor Inn.

Posted by on 30 Mar. 2023

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5 out of 5
The property was well kept and the owners couldn't do anymore for you, they went out of there way to make us feel comfortable, and nothing was an issue, would recommend any going to this area to book there.

Posted by on 21 Feb. 2023

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5 out of 5
Stayed with our two children. Very friendly and helpful.

Posted by on 18 Dec. 2022

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4 out of 5
Lovely clean, spacious room. Unfortunately, the night that I stayed there was overnight roadworks across directly outside my room.

Posted by on 8 Nov. 2022

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About the Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga

Location 9 Fifteenth Avenue, Tauranga, 3112

Property Features

As a guest of Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga also features laundry facilities and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available. This 4-star Tauranga motel is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga offers 5 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations at this 4-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Stove
  • Coffee maker
  • Kitchenware
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Blackout drapes
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Wardrobe or closet

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

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

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 25
  • Check-in time ends at 7:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM. 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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 40.00 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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. 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 Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 7:00 PM
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Credit card pre-authorisation
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are not provided with hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Cashless transactions are not available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

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

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

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 13–18 for adults, and NZD 8–12 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 may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga
  • Ambassador Motor Tauranga
  • Ambassador Motor Inn
  • Ambassador Motor
  • Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga Motel
  • Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga Tauranga
  • Ambassador Motor Inn Tauranga Motel Tauranga

You should know

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.