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Southgate Motor Inn

2.5 star property
Motel near Te Papa in Wellington

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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70 Riddiford St, Wellington, Wellington, 6021
  • Place, Wellington Hospital
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Te Papa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cuba Street Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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  • Sleeps 3
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9.4 out of 10
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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8.0 out of 10
Very good
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin 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)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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

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9.0 out of 10
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  • Sleeps 7
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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Wellington Hospital - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Massey University - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Courtenay Place - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Te Papa - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Cuba Street Mall - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mediterranean Foods - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bebemos - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Occasional Brewer - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Peoples Coffee - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Southgate Motor Inn

Motel near Te Papa 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

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

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

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 Sep 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southgate Motor Inn on Oct 28, 2025 start from $97.49, excluding 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.

Reviews

Southgate Motor Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Natarsha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

BARBARA

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

4/10 Poor

Angela

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was tidy. Smelt a bit, not sure of the smell. Bed not to comfortable. Didnt hear to much traffic noise
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria, Raetihi

Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

Ellen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean rooms and great parking. Close to lots of walking distance shops and restaurants. One suggestion would be to add a curtain near the window of the balcony room front doors as a lot of light shines through at night
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Maxine

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Gordon Maas

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

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

8/10 Good

Eion

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

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

10/10 Excellent

Roimata

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

4/10 Poor

Shabrin

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reviews online were great but upon arrival, the room was so dirty especially the bathroom! Mould every where. The toilet seat was broken, no locks all been removed. Cigarette burns on the bedding. Toddler high chair covered in mould. Curtain backings mouldy. Ripped stained carpet. The room door only locks from the outside so not child friendly as they can escape.. room service did replace towels daily but that was it. Bed was made at the top but not the sheets?( we did not expect them to be made but thought it was odd the top was dont but sheets all hanging? It was all very strange. Receptionist did not seem to care when i pointed things out. I sent an email to the accommodation with photos and did not get a response.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

shirley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked everything that was available & the unit was clean and tidy and fresh towels each day. Conveniently located by hospitals.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Colleen S

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

10/10 Excellent

Delwyn, Wellington

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Wiki

Traveled 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