7.6

1,212 reviews

Ambassador Thermal Motel

Ambassador Thermal Motel

1101 Hinemaru Street, Rotorua, 3040, New Zealand

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+1-833-728-2041

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Outdoor swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Ambassador Thermal Motel

Welcome to the Ambassador Thermal Motel, your perfect getaway in the vibrant city of Rotorua! Located just a stone's throw away from the city center at 1101 Hinemaru Street, this fun-filled motel is the ideal base for discovering New Zealand's geothermal wonders. With prices starting at an unbeatable $84, your adventure is just around the corner without breaking the bank!

Dive into relaxation with our fantastic amenities, including both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, perfect for splashing around on sunny days or unwinding after a day of exploration. The kids will love their very own pool, allowing parents some well-deserved downtime. Comfortable, soundproof rooms ensure your nights are peaceful, while spacious kitchenettes provide all the essentials for a home-cooked meal. And let's not forget the free Wi-Fi to keep you connected during your stay!

With a whopping 1,212 reviews, guests rave about their experiences at the Ambassador Thermal Motel. Whether it’s enjoying the stunning views from your private balcony or taking advantage of our tour desk to plan your next expedition, the adventure awaits right outside your door! Don't miss your chance to soak in Rotorua's unique charm with a stay at our delightful motel!

At the Ambassador Thermal Motel, the fun doesn't stop at the pools! After a refreshing dip, why not explore the local attractions that Rotorua has to offer? From mesmerizing geysers to bubbling mud pools, the city's geothermal activity will leave you in awe. Don’t miss the iconic Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, where colors burst from the earth, transforming your day into a vivid adventure. If you’re seeking a bit of culture, the nearby Tamaki Maori Village is perfect for an authentic experience filled with traditional performances and delicious hangi feasts that will tantalize your taste buds!

Back at the motel, the variety of accommodations means you'll find the perfect fit for your travel crew! Whether it’s a cozy studio for a romantic escape or a spacious apartment for a fun family retreat, we have options to host groups of all sizes. Imagine celebrating with friends in a spacious apartment after a long day of Rotorua's outdoor escapades, or snuggling up in a queen bed with your little ones after visiting the magical Redwoods Treewalk with its stunning views of towering trees illuminated at night!

As the sun sets and the glow of the geothermal landscape starts to twinkle, unwind in the inviting atmosphere of our shared spaces. Grab a book and relax in one of our lounge areas, or challenge your travel companions to a game of cards – whatever your heart desires! Plus, with our convenient payment methods, including Visa, Mastercard, and Eftpos, settling your bill couldn’t be easier so you can focus on making unforgettable memories during your stay. The Ambassador Thermal Motel is all about fun, relaxation, and enjoying the magic of Rotorua with those who matter most!

Closest airports

Rotorua Airport

3.8mi

Tauranga Airport

32.1mi

Whakatane Airport

38.7mi

Taupo Airport

42.9mi

Hamilton International Airport

53.6mi

Most popular amenities

Outdoor swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Soundproof rooms

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Balcony

View

Free toiletries

Soundproof

Rooms

One-Bedroom Apartment in Ambassador Thermal Motel

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

3 Twin Beds

1 Double Bed

710 sqft

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Private Bathroom

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Featuring a private entrance, this apartment consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that comes with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The apartment features carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a dining area, as well as a wardrobe. The unit offers 2 beds.

Studio in Ambassador Thermal Motel

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Studio, Double/Twin

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

375 sqft

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Welcome to our spacious Studio, a cozy retreat with a Twin bed and a Double bed, accommodating up to 3 adults and 1 child. Enjoy the convenience of a private kitchen and bathroom, along with a relaxing balcony and modern amenities to make your stay comfortable and memorable.

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Studio, Queen

1 Double Bed

270 sqft

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Welcome to our Queen Studio, a stylish and spacious studio that comfortably accommodates 2 adults and 1 child. Enjoy the convenience of a fully equipped kitchen, private bathroom, and a cozy sitting area while staying in this soundproof and beautifully furnished room.

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Studio

1 Double Bed

375 sqft

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This studio includes a kitchenette.

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Apartment, 2 Bedroom

1035 sqft

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This spacious apartment features a fully equipped kitchen.

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Economy Apartment, 2 Bedroom

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Basic Studio

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Room - 2 Double

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Guest reviews

7.6

1,212 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

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Featured reviews:

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Simon

8.2

February 2024

Good location, short walk to ‘eat street’ with its many bars and restaurants and Tourist Information / transportation hub. The staff / owner was very friendly and helpful, receiving post for us and providing a spare phone charging cable (to keep) when mine failed. Very good powerful shower if somewhat tiny cubicle.

The room was very hot, west facing and over the ‘drying room’ (although a/c was effective.) The decor and facilities were quite dated, but clean and functional.

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J

8.2

March 2023

despite being an older building, the inside of our room which was on the upper floor was modern and all the fittings had been upgraded and it was modern, clean and spacious. it had everything we needed and the bed was comfortable. it was quiet. the person on reception was very helpful and carried bags upstairs. The motel is very close to all the best eating spots. a short walk to the Thermal gardens which are very pretty and one block from the lake front. so in an excellent location but on a side street so away from traffic noise.

On a hot day I think this room would get very hot. There was a fan but there is no air conditioning. Parking was on the road outside and on leaving to go visit a nearby tourist site, there was no space outside when we came back in the afternoon and we had to park some way away.Having said that, the parking outside did become available later in the evening. But dedicated parking or having to display some sort of ticket would be helpful to guarantee a parking place. The Thermal pool is inside a windowless room and looked unappealing. The outside pool is small but clean.

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Matthew

8.2

April 2023

Great motel. Very central to Eat Street, Sulphur Point walkway, Information Centre and the water front. Our room had a kitchenette and newish carpet. Shower pressure was good, though the temperature did fluctuate a lot. We had a wall heater and large portable fan. The owners were great, very friendly. They had trouble with our card when they tried to process payment in advance and could have cancelled our booking (and probably could have found someone to pay the full rate) but thankfully agreed to hold it for us. This was a great motel and we would stay here again.

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Risa

9.1

April 2023

Walking distance to the information centre made it easy to take coaches with our car parked at the motel. Warm pool that opens until late was very convenient during our stay. The pool provided both shallow and deep water. We didn't use the hot spa but that seemed nice too. The oven in my room needed a bit of handy work on the first night and the owner was very helpful letting me use one in the other room - which was a little inconvenient but better than none.

Nothing. Would be MORE convenient if they had floaties/tubes provided for the deep pool.

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Bronwyn

9.1

December 2022

There was apparently an issue with the room I had booked, so the management upgraded is too a family suite. It was huge, much bigger than we really needed for the two of us, but it was very much appreciated, at no further cost to us. I was greeted very warmly at reception on check-in, and all the housekeeping staff I encountered were lovely and helpful. While it probably wouldn't be enough if every unit brought a car, there was plenty of off-street parking available during our stay. The location is fantastic, walking to distance to the city centre and all the dining options available there, but at the same time slightly away from the hustle and bustle, so still quiet and peaceful, even with the construction across the road. There is a washing machine for guest use for $4/load, also a dryer but I instead took advantage of the free guest drying room to dry my washing, which worked pretty well, and doesn't leave your clothes smelling like the mineral warmth that gives the room its heat. The status we used to access our second floor room were crazy narrow, too narrow to carry large luggage up, but there are at least two other staircases you can use, so that was fine. If I ever need accommodation in central Rotorua again, I'd be more than happy to stay at the Ambassador Thermal again.

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Bindy

8.2

July 2023

great location - close to the center of town with great places to eat - recommend the le cafe de Paris for breakfast and the Ali Baba Tunisian restaurant for a delicious well priced dinner! the staff were friendly and helpful. the rooms were a little dated but very clean. the beds were very comfortable with lovely crisp clean sheets

nothing really, it’s a bit tired but you get what you pay for. - it serves its purpose as a reasonably priced place to rest your head for the night

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Jessie

10

November 2023

Loved how central this property was. To our surprise it is located across from the Wai Ariki hot springs and spa so we were able to walk across and enjoy that. Eat street is a short walk away. Room was a good size and parking was basically right outside our room so carrying luggage was to and from our room was a breeze

Pool was a lot smaller than anticipated but we still enjoyed it the next morning

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Jan

9.1

December 2023

Location was excellent and was happy to find a room that accommodated my adult family. Some refurbishment needed but ok at the price point

Room clean but sheets had strong sulphur smell (stronger than general smell in the air) A curtain for the glass on door would have been nice to dim/block the light coming into the living area where beds are in the morning

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Larissa

8.2

June 2022

Location was right in town which was great as it was close to the hospital(reason i was staying the night) , the room we booked was massive and would be great for families, full living, dining and kitchen area. There was access to thermal pools which my sister in laws enjoyed. Beds were comfortable, full fridge, stove and a microwave available all of which were handy and great shower pressure. Rooms were also very clean. Parking was readily available on the street. Close to many food options.

It was very hot rooms(considering its winter), others may like as its "warm". They did provide a fan in one room but not the other. And if you opened the window the rotorua scent was quite pungent. Our room was unfortunately on the bottom floor by the stairwell, pool and the road, so lots of people passing by was quite loud and you also hear everyone above you stomping about.

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Scott

8.2

January 2024

Rooms were spacious and comfortable but also very cozy. Staff were super friendly and helpful. Location was perfect. Right in town but still peaceful and quiet.

A bit dated and worn in places with cracked plaster and mismatched furniture ect, but decent value and clean and comfortable none the less so no real complaints.

Points of Interest Around Ambassador Thermal Motel

Attractions

Sulphur Point

0.2mi

Government Gardens Rotorua

0.2mi

Blue Baths

0.2mi

Rotorua Museum (Te Whare Taonga o Te Arawa)

0.2mi

Polynesian Spa

0.4mi

Te Pā Tū (Tamaki Māori Village)

0.6mi

Velocity Valley

4.4mi

Redwoods Forest Whakarewarewa

5.2mi

Lake Okareka

5.6mi

Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake)

5.7mi

Lake Rotokakahi (Green Lake)

6.8mi

Waimangu Volcanic Valley

12.7mi

Mt. Tarawera

15.1mi

Lady Knox Geyser

16.4mi

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

16.5mi

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Heated

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Location

  • Indoor

Features

  • Heated

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Ambassador Thermal Motel

Outdoor swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Soundproof rooms

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Balcony

View

Free toiletries

Soundproof

Stay rules - Ambassador Thermal Motel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Ambassador Thermal Motel

What's the check-in and check-out schedule at Ambassador Thermal Motel?

Guests at Ambassador Thermal Motel can check in between 02:00 PM and 09:30 PM. Check-out time is set for 10:00 AM.

Is free parking available at Ambassador Thermal Motel?

Yes, there is free private on-site parking available at the Ambassador Thermal Motel.

How much does a stay at Ambassador Thermal Motel cost?

Starting prices for Ambassador Thermal Motel are around $84. This may vary based on room categories and travel dates. To confirm rates, please provide your stay dates.

What are the room types available at Ambassador Thermal Motel?

The hotel offers Queen Studios, Studios, and One-Bedroom Apartments. The Queen Studios have a room size of 269 sqft, accommodate 2 adults and 1 child, and have a double bed. The Studios have a room size of 377 sqft, accommodate 3 adults and 1 child, and have a twin bed and a double bed. The One-Bedroom Apartments have varying sizes ranging from 538 sqft to 710 sqft, accommodate 3-4 adults and 1 child, and have various bed configurations including twin beds, double beds, and sofa beds.

What are the main attractions at Ambassador Thermal Motel?

Guests at the Ambassador Thermal Motel can spend their time enjoying the leisure amenities provided by the hotel. They can make use of the outdoor swimming pool, which is available all year round, and is heated for their comfort. There are also two indoor swimming pools available, one specifically designed for adults, where guests can relax and unwind. For families traveling with children, there is a separate kids' pool, ensuring that everyone can have a fun and enjoyable swimming experience. Additionally, guests can also make use of the hot spring bath, which is a perfect way to unwind and rejuvenate after a long day of activities. With these leisure amenities, guests can have a memorable and relaxing stay at the Ambassador Thermal Motel.

Is there a swimming pool at Ambassador Thermal Motel?

The hotel has three pools. Pool 1 and Pool 2 are both outdoor pools that are available all year round. They are exclusively for adults and are heated. Pool 3 is an indoor pool, also for adults only and heated.

Are both cash and credit cards valid payment options at Ambassador Thermal Motel?

Yes, both cash and credit cards are valid payment options at Ambassador Thermal Motel.