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Southgate Motel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Mount Gambier with sauna and seasonal outdoor pool

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BBQ/picnic Area
Daily continental breakfast (AUD 18 per person)
Deluxe Room, King Twin
Lobby sitting area
Front of property – evening/night

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec

Explore the area

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175 Commercial Street East, Mount Gambier, SA, 5290
  • Place, Mount Gambier Central
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Umpherston Sinkhole
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Lake Reserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mount Gambier, SA (MGB)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Soundproofed rooms
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Deluxe Room, King Twin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Soundproofed rooms
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Soundproofed rooms
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Dining table
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Soundproofed rooms
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • 125 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Deluxe Room, King Twin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Soundproofed rooms
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Mount Gambier

At Southgate Motel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Cave Gardens and Mount Gambier Catholic Parish. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, The Gates, is open for breakfast and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the Hot tub, sauna, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and kids' swimming pool. 80 square feet (7 square metres) of event facilities include a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Mount Gambier hotel include Riddoch Art Gallery and Lady Nelson Discovery Centre.

What's nearby

  • Cave Gardens - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Mount Gambier Central - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Umpherston Sinkhole - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Olympic Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Blue Lake Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Mount Gambier, SA (MGB) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Ba-Mi - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Nha Trang Food - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Tia's Cafe Co - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Southgate Motel

Hotel in Mount Gambier with sauna and seasonal outdoor pool
Southgate Motel offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a kids' pool, Access to hot tub, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

You'll find a business centre on site. Event space at this hotel measures 80 square feet (7 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Southgate Motel. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Mount Gambier hotel is smoke free.

  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 80 sq ft of conference space
  • 7 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Southgate Motel offers 52 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes dining tables. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; AUD 18 for adults and AUD 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Gates

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Dining table
  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (80 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (89 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (89 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 45.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 18 for adults and from AUD 18 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 45.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in May.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Southgate Motel?

Yep, Southgate Motel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Southgate Motel?

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southgate Motel on 5 Dec 2025 start from NZ$172.31, 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.

Does Southgate Motel have a pool?

Southgate Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying in a complimentary pool cabana and under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open from October to May.

What luxury perks are available at Southgate Motel?

Southgate Motel features an outdoor pool, free pool cabanas and 1 hot tub. All guestrooms come with pillowtop beds and premium bedding.

What makes Southgate Motel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Southgate Motel.

Does Southgate Motel serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental brekkie is on offer weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Southgate Motel?

No, Southgate Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Southgate Motel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Southgate Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Southgate Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Southgate Motel Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 244 out of 726 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 308 out of 726 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 726 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 726 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 726 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Good position large room & nice staff. Towels in the bathroom very thin & not white & shower drain flooded the bathroom which was an issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANDY, Adelaide

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean hotel/motel. Great service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay and great service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amonrat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
**Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5)** I had a wonderful stay at the Southgate Hotel. The rooms were very comfortable, and the staff were incredibly welcoming and friendly. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a pleasant and relaxing..
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Terry

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maruti

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff who are really very supportive and helpful. Thank you for everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds super comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was lovely . The room was very clean except for the bathroom which had hair on the floor under the basin area - quite obvious The treadle on the bin was broken or had come lose - just needs checking Otherwise a very nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with partner
It was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bella and Trey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good loved it unfortunately we were unable to use the restaurant cause of a function they could have had part of the restaurant for people staying there
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Spillane come back and beds werr soft as with no s

seen better days both outside and in. walls in corridor were damaged on ground floor. pool looked uninviting. the staff seemed sweet but only there up to 5pm . room change and maid service wasn't done by 4pm so we just asked for towels and nice front reception lady brought us clean towels. towels were old and heavily used. we have some been told by locals to stay at the commodore instead. 1980s vibe. depressing. breakfast on offer for $15 continental. don't even bother
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Damon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Laurie .R

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

Recommended. Older couple getaway.

Very nice older style motel with updated amenities inside. Clean and comfortable with lovely service. Pool was heaven after a hot day and was not chlorine but saltwater (yay). Lovely entryway with piano and curved staircase to upper floor. Restaurant on site that caters breakfast as well. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

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

3 Bedroom Unit

Perfect for a family of 5, and location was easily accessible to city centre and attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Clare

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anurag

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome experience
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The restaurant closed too early.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madalin

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was blood stains over the quilt and the pillows were so old they were disintegrated. The breakfast was cold and coffee machine was empty and no water and no-one there to speak to, to solve the problem. We went to reception and they said they would report it to the manager, who was the owner. We left them with a business card for the owner to ring me with no luck.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024