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Southgate Motor Inn

2.5 star property
Motel near Cuba Street Mall in Wellington

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A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV.
A hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, a television on a stand, and a door leading to another room.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a dish rack.
Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a telephone, a window with blinds, and a view of the outside.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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70 Riddiford St, Wellington, Wellington, 6021
  • Place, Massey University
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Wellington Zoo
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Wellington Central Business District
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a red throw blanket, and a wall-mounted light.

Economy Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with curtains.

Classic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Studio, Multiple Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Studio, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

A bathroom with a toilet, a shower with a curtain, a grab bar, and a trash bin.

Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, a television on a stand, and a door leading to another room.

Classic Apartment, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a black sofa with two cushions, a small kitchenette, and a TV.

Economy Apartment, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Two beds with red and white bedding, a window with a brown blind, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Executive Apartment, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, two sinks, a toilet, and a hairdryer on the wall.

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A double bed with a beige quilt and a single bed with a similar quilt.

Family Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Wellington

Newtown stay.You'll be steps from Wellington Hospital and within a 10-minute walk of Southern Cross Hospital with a stay at this Newtown motel. Also, Massey University is within half a mile (1 km) and Newtown Park is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Massey University - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Wellington Zoo - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Basin Reserve - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Newtown Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Wellington Central Business District - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Wellington Station - 9 min drive
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wildbean Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mediterranean Foods - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Salvation Coffee - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Southgate Motor Inn

Motel near Cuba Street Mall in Wellington
As a guest of Southgate Motor Inn, you'll find laundry facilities and an elevator. 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
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Southgate Motor Inn offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 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

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
  • Elevator (33 inch wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per stay.

Property 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: approximately NZD 15 for adults and 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

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Southgate Motor Inn to the airport?

Southgate Motor Inn is 3.2 mi (8-min drive) away from the Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jul 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southgate Motor Inn on Aug 1, 2026 start from $98, 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 Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Southgate Motor Inn.

How close is Southgate Motor Inn to the beach?

This motel is 1.9 mi (7-min drive) from Oriental Bay Beach and 2.7 mi (6-min drive) from Island Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Southgate Motor Inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Southgate Motor Inn, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children. It's available every day from 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Southgate Motor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Southgate Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Early check-in costs NZD 20 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Southgate Motor Inn?

Free parking is not available at this motel.

Does Southgate Motor Inn have a pool?

Southgate Motor Inn does not have a pool.

Does Southgate Motor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Southgate Motor Inn to downtown Wellington?

Southgate Motor Inn is 1.6 mi away from Wellington.

Southgate Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for hospital visiting
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, very helpful and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for hospital visiting and supermarket also bus stop.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zoe-Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superbly clean, free car park, opposite hospital, 5 min walk to supermarket and takeaway kai. Dated interior but comfortable beds, spacious area, balcony for vaping/smoking - the flash hotel down the road is so small with no parking and no windows! Very accommodating friendly staff - recommend +++
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every thing was nearby
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So handy to hospital. Near lots of food places. Plenty of space in unit. Bed was great. Very tidy and comfortable. Had what I needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay staff was very welcoming and friendly. Room suited our needs for our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was excellent for our needs across rd from hospital 🏥 where we needed to be, room was good n clean n suffice 4 our needs. Thanku very much Southgate. See 👀 you again if needed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The propriator was very flexible accommodating extended stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had everything that you want and was at a great value.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maikara

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

8/10 Good

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always enjoy staying at the Southgate when I need to be close to the hospital. It is convenient being directly across the road so I can walk back and forth and it’s central to food establishments and supermarket. The staff/owner are always lovely to deal with.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always enjoy staying at the Southgate when my husband is in Wlgtn hospital. It means I can park my car and walk across the road without having to navigate through heavy traffic or limited parking. The receptionist is always super helpful and friendly. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Tane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheyenne

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was comfortable - everything was as it should be.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shuna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and close to shops
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Trudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good for distance to hospital
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roimata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and kind. Welcoming upon arrival.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Maxine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really convenient considering I booked it on the day off travel due to a family member in hospital was a roof over head, can hear the traffic of your in the front room like we were bit noisy other than that it was everything we needed in such short notice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms, excellent bathroom, jet bath perfect. Everything we needed was provided. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

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