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Ambassador Thermal Motel

3.5 star property
Hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, a short walk to Polynesian Spa

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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools
Terrace/patio
Private kitchen
Exterior
2 bedrooms, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
The Ambassador Thermal Motel, in the city center, offers practical amenities like laundry facilities, free in-room WiFi, and luggage storage. Guests can choose between two outdoor pools or an indoor option. The staff provides excellent tour assistance, often praised in reviews.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is S$101
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Basic Apartment, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
2 bedrooms
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
2 bedrooms
  • 96 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds

Basic Studio, Multiple Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Fan
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
2 bedrooms
  • 96 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Double Beds and 3 Twin Beds

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2 bedrooms, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
2 bedrooms
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Economy Apartment, 1 Bedroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
2 bedrooms
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Basic Studio, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Fan
Blackout curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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2 bedrooms, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Economy Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
2 bedrooms
  • 96 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Rotorua, Ambassador Thermal Motel is in the city centre. Tamaki Maori Village and Rotorua Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Polynesian Spa and Blue Baths. Skyline Rotorua and Waimangu Cauldron are also worth visiting.
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Map
Cnr Whakaue & Hinemaru Streets, Rotorua, 3040

What's nearby

  • Eat Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rotorua Night Market - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 6 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Lone Star - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brew | Craft Beer Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Fainting Goat - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Atticus Finch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Ambassador Thermal Motel

Hotel near Polynesian Spa
Ambassador Thermal Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 2 outdoor pools and an indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Free newspapers, luggage storage and outdoor furniture
  • A front desk safe and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Ambassador Thermal Motel boast comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Kitchens, fridges and microwaves

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 5 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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 at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 16 March to 10 April:
  • One of the swimming pools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: NZD 100 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

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

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. One of the swimming pools is closed seasonally each year from March 16 until April 10.

How much does it cost to stay at Ambassador Thermal Motel?

As of 13 Sept, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ambassador Thermal Motel on 5 Oct, 2025 start from S$100.51, including 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.

Is Ambassador Thermal Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ambassador Thermal Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Ambassador Thermal Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Ambassador Thermal Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Ambassador Thermal Motel located?

Located in Inner City, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Government Gardens and Polynesian Spa. Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre and Eat Street are also within 5 minutes.

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