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Ambassador Thermal Motel

3.5 star property
Rotorua hotel with 2 outdoor pools and indoor pool

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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools
Front of property
Economy Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • 19 guestrooms
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 outdoor pools and indoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is $86
includes taxes & fees
$75 per night
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2025

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Basic Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Separate bedroom
  • 710 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
2 bedrooms
  • 1033 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds

Basic Studio, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
2 bedrooms
  • 1033 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Double Beds and 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Separate bedroom
  • 710 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Economy Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Separate bedroom
  • 710 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Basic Studio, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Economy Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Economy Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
2 bedrooms
  • 1033 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Cnr Whakaue & Hinemaru Streets, Rotorua, 3040

What's nearby

  • Eat Street - 5 min walk
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 5 min walk
  • Polynesian Spa - 8 min walk
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 14 min walk
  • Skyline Rotorua - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pig & Whistle Historic Pub - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Saigon '60S Vietnamese Cuisine - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brew | Craft Beer Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lady Jane's Ice Cream Parlour - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hennessy's Irish Bar - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Ambassador Thermal Motel

When you stay at Ambassador Thermal Motel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Skyline Rotorua. Guests can take a dip in one of 2 outdoor pools, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. An indoor pool and a children's pool are other highlights, and rooms offer conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 19 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Free offsite parking within 16 ft
  • Street parking available

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • An indoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Cable/satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: NZD 100 per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Ambassador Thermal
Ambassador Thermal Motel
Ambassador Thermal Motel Rotorua
Ambassador Thermal Rotorua
Ambassador Thermal Hotel Rotorua
Ambassador Thermal Motel Hotel
Ambassador Thermal Motel Rotorua
Ambassador Thermal Motel Hotel Rotorua

Frequently asked questions

Does Ambassador Thermal Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Ambassador Thermal Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Ambassador Thermal Motel?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Ambassador Thermal Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Ambassador Thermal Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ambassador Thermal Motel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Ambassador Thermal Motel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include an indoor pool.
Does Ambassador Thermal Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes cookware, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
What's the area around Ambassador Thermal Motel like?
Ambassador Thermal Motel is in the heart of Rotorua, a short 5-minute walk from Eat Street and 5 minutes' walk from Tamaki Maori Village. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Overall good stay, just the motel is a little rundown!
Tuan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Kevin, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

It was ok for one night but wouldnt book again
The room and beds had stains, the whole place really needs an update, fresh paint, some actual decor. Staff was super nice, very friendly and helpful. Something was off overall but couldn't figure out what
mary, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

No oven was on!!
It was lovely here, felt like a short stay for us. The ovens did not work in every rooms us and family members had and when they did come to turn my one on I could smell something burning an it was because they left the top stove on. Any of my kids could have touched that stove and to make it worst I could not see any smoke alarms, everyone needs these for emergency.
Natasha, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Ngarua, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good place and Price worthy
Parthiv, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cynthia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Although it was the basic studio, it was very large and had everything i needed. Only negative was that the room looked a little run down and probably just needs a lick of paint to sort out.
Deepak, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Front reception pleasant Arrived winter day inyo a warm Unit .very nice .unfortunately Stayed extremely hot all night Due to thermal pipes under floorvof unit .
Ross, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The best part of this property is the location. We were lucky to have a unit on the lake side so had a beautiful view. The property is very tired, but was really warm and was pretty well equipped with aircon (needed to cool it down as thermal heating a bit much), decent TV, good linen and adequate kitchen equipment. Staff were pretty helpful. One thing I didn’t notice till the day we arrived is that checkin ends at 8, we didn’t make it in time but they were still able to accommodate us. Parking is first come first served (and very narrow) but we were always able to park even on holiday weekend. There is no lift or ramp so accessibility may be an issue for second or third floor rooms.
Amber, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good location
Sharon, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

No hot water
Greg, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Old motel complex, for the price the room was okay however the outside facilities could do with extra cleaning and maintenance. Thermal pool room was quite rundown
Tanya, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent accomodation. Very central location and fabulous views of lake Rotorua! The spa pool was fabulous. The staff were extremely welcoming and helpful. The accommodation was so clean and spacious. Would highly recommend
Kate, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet Seclusion
Enjoyed our stay, unit was clean and appeared to be updated throughout. Didn't get time to use the pools or spa even though looking at the spa was a temptation. I liked that even though we were close to shops, restaurants and event centre the motel was in a quieter area without traffic noises.
Sharon, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Good location, dark rooms , poor lights, kitchen good
Glynn, 1-night family trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

6/10 Good

Karine, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Smelly, the sulphur pool and a unusual smell in the room
Elizabeth, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Firstly the associate who checked us in was courteous and professional. He was able to arrange for an early check in which we really appreciated. However we could not over look the dirty room,outdoor areas and the pools. As we had chosen this hotel to experience the thermal pool, we just couldn't use it as it was not clean. I would like to caution other guests that the photos are not accurate and if you want to experience thermal pools you may want to consider going elsewhere. In closing the motel is in a great location and easy walking distance to restaurants and attractions in Rotorua.
Kaylene, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Disappointing
Very basic motel in need of modernisation. Very expensive for what it was.
Joanna, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

AVOID
Nothing good to say about property, only thing to recommend this property is the location, units very run down, major revamp required, so bad we checked out after the 1st night despite having booked for 2 nights
Dominic, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great to be able to use the hot pool and spa pool after a long drive/day out. Comfortable bed and air conditioning meant a good sleep.
Peter, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

STEVE, 1-night trip
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