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Southgate Motor Inn

2.5 star property
Motel in Wellington, near Te Papa

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Family Studio, Multiple Beds
Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed
Family Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms | Living area
Executive Apartment, Multiple Beds | Living area
Classic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July

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70 Riddiford St, Wellington, Wellington, 6021
  • Massey University
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Te Papa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Cuba Street Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Bathroom

Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Economy Studio

Economy Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Accessible | Bathroom

Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Economy Apartment, Multiple Beds

Economy Apartment, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Executive Apartment, Multiple Beds

Executive Apartment, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Sofa bed - single
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Classic Apartment, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Classic Apartment, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Classic Apartment, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms

Family Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 3 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Studio, Multiple Beds

Family Studio, Multiple Beds

Family Studio, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Classic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Classic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Wellington

Southgate Motor Inn places you steps from Wellington Hospital and within a 10-minute stroll of Southern Cross Hospital. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .This motel offers luggage storage and a lift. Added amenities include laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 12:30 PM and 1:00 PM. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Newtown motel include Te Papa and Interislander Ferry Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Wellington Hospital - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Massey University - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Te Papa - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Cuba Street Mall - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Michael Fowler Centre - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Wellington Kaiwharawhara Station - 8 min drive
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tussock Bar and Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Peoples Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Yummy Sushi - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Southgate Motor Inn

Motel in Wellington, near Te Papa
As a guest of Southgate Motor Inn, you'll find laundry facilities and a lift. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Wellington motel.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
Southgate Motor Inn offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

This Wellington motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM for a fee: NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Lift (85 centimetre wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 20
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 30

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 10.0 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: NZD 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • A damage deposit of NZD 100 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 continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 15 for adults and from NZD 15 for children
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 10.0 per stay

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, 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 credit cards, debit cards and cash
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

70 Riddiford Street
Southgate Motor Inn Motel
Southgate Motor Inn Wellington
Southgate Motor Inn Motel Wellington

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Southgate Motor Inn?

Southgate Motor Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Southgate Motor Inn?

As of 2 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southgate Motor Inn on 6 Jul 2025 start from NZ$153.40, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Southgate Motor Inn?

The closest beach to Southgate Motor Inn is Oriental Bay Beach (2.4 km).

Does Southgate Motor Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, continental brekkie is available daily between 12:30 PM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Southgate Motor Inn?

No, Southgate Motor Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Southgate Motor Inn?

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

Are pets allowed at Southgate Motor Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Southgate Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gordon Maas

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Eion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/a
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Colleen S

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delwyn, Wellington

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you. Lovely staff. Room clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

WENDY

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

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the close proximity to the hospital nothing was a problem and very safe parking for my vehicle.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jrnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dereck

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and central.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wiki

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked my room It had all I needed I was on the 2nd floor and was ae to leave my balcony doors wide open dueing the night. Nice bed and shower
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great spot Good unit
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael j

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vary helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

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

Highly recommend

Very comfortable bed! Lovely big bathroom with spa, was great to relax in! Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shiela

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisha

Very nice and beautiful place Highly thank the customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Alana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds very comfortable. Everything we needed. Good shower pressure. Next to busy street and hospital so traffic noise but it is the city so to be expected.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Rod

A bit tired looking. Room was good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maikara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, comfortable, easy to find, convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheyenne

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a lovely set up and bery family friendly. The staff were very kind and welcoming too
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel was clean and inviting. It was very comfortable, the staff were invitng and helpful .i would recomend this motel to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very tidy and inexpensive
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful reception. Loved staying here! Would highly recommend. Super convenient to the hospital!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for hospital visits. Clean, tidy, comfortable and great service. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024