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1,014 reviews

Southgate Motor Inn

Southgate Motor Inn

70 Riddiford Street , Wellington, 6021, New Zealand

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+1-833-728-2041

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Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Spa tub

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Southgate Motor Inn

Welcome to the Southgate Motor Inn, a charming motel located in the vibrant city of Wellington, New Zealand! Only a short 1.6mi from the city center, this cozy haven provides the perfect base for your adventures. With an incredible minimum price starting at just $89, you're in for a treat without breaking the bank!

At Southgate Motor Inn, we know what travelers seek. Get ready to unwind in our modern rooms equipped with all the comforts you desire, including air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and a delightful spa tub to melt your stresses away. Whether you're whipping up a meal in your kitchenette or enjoying room service, we’ve got all the essentials to feel right at home. Plus, our private parking and elevator ensure a convenient stay for everyone, including those with mobility needs.

But don’t just take our word for it – with a fantastic review count of 1014, our guests can’t stop raving about their experiences! From the well-kept premises to the friendly staff, come discover why the Southgate Motor Inn is a favorite among Wellington travelers. Book your stay today at 70 Riddiford Street and get ready for an unforgettable escape!

At the Southgate Motor Inn, there's always something fun just around the corner! Imagine starting your day with a steaming cup of coffee brewed from your very own kitchenette before venturing out to explore the wonders of Wellington. Take a leisurely stroll to the nearby parks, or hop on a bike to head towards the famous waterfront and soak in the breathtaking views. Don’t forget to visit Cuba Street, bursting with eclectic shops and eatery gems that reflect the city's vibrant culture – you might just find your perfect brunch spot or a quirky souvenir!

After a day filled with adventure, it’s time to unwind in style! Spend your evening lounging in our soothing spa tub or catching up with loved ones via our speedy free Wi-Fi. Need a little assistance in deciding dinner? Our room service is just a call away! Whether you're craving local delicacies or international favorites, we’ll help ensure your hunger is satisfied without the hassle of heading back out – it’s all about comfort at the Southgate Motor Inn!

And for those who love to share their adventures online, our friendly staff is always ready to offer tips and tricks on the best places to visit. With so many enthusiastic guests giving praise and leaving glowing reviews, you'll be part of the vibrant tapestry that makes Southgate Motor Inn a home away from home. So pack your bags and prepare for an unforgettable experience – your delightful Wellington getaway awaits at the Southgate Motor Inn!

Closest airports

Wellington International Airport

1.8mi

Paraparaumu Airport

30.1mi

Picton Aerodrome

42.8mi

Woodbourne Airport

49.3mi

Most popular amenities

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Spa tub

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Elevator

Free toiletries

Balcony

Bathtub

Rooms

Guest reviews

8

1,014 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

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Featured reviews:

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Alexkusuma

9.1

January 2024

Staff members are friendly, courteous, professional, accommodating and very patience. The room is great with super big bathroom with an awesome spa bath. The bathroom is the biggest one we ever had. My son extremely love the spa bath. The car park are enough where each room gets a parking space; also assuming that each car is parked properly within their given space. The bed is comfortable, and the kitchenette is well equipped including utensils and a microwave. The room is cleaned up daily and amenities also restocked at the same time. Countdown supermarket is well within walking distance and public charging stations are also nearby. If you need to go to the Wellington Hospital, it's just across the road.

Can be noisy at night, mostly from the helicopter coming in and out of the hospital. Another noise source is the road and the wind. During our stay, lots of people drives loud cars at night. Unfortunately, those are issues that the proprietor can remedy.

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Renee

10

February 2024

The fact i didn't have enough for a 200 dollar bond the luvly man at reception said he could do a 10 dollars hold fee i think its called instead so that helped us heaps. He was very friendly upon arrival an room was everything we needed an more. Bed was huge an very comfortable i wish we stayed 2 nights so i could sleep in. Didnt get to use spa bath but shower was amazing the pressure was on point. Netflix i did forgot to sign out of my account so to who ever was there after us your welcome haha. Pretty much straight across from wellington hospital were our mother was so yea everything just amazing.

That they were fully booked and we couldn't stay another night 😭

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Sarah

8.2

March 2024

The location is right across the road from Wellington Hospital, which is brilliant while my husband was in hospital. The bed was fantastic, nice and comfortable, which for a motel is brilliant. Great shower🙂 Great with parking and allowed us to keep the car there on checkout day until my husband was discharged from hospital, which wasn't till mid afternoon.

Not wanting to be over picky, but just a couple of little things, like brackets on handles, etc, weren't fixed properly, and the bathroom door didn't shut properly, but apart from that, no issues

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Vanessa

8.2

March 2024

I really appreciated there being 1 park available per unit. This meant no additional cost or the worry of my vehicle being offsite. It was also very handy for thr Newtown Festival!

There was a bit of environmental noise (other people coming and going) at night time. I appreciate this isn't directly the fault of the motel, and they were fully booked with a busy festival on the weekend, so probably a lot of excited people also there. It didn't bother my 11 mth old baby, so while we heard it, that didn't impact us having a lovely stay. :)

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Gabrielle

9.1

October 2024

We had a room on the second floor, balcony, and it was a nice welcoming space in general. Loved the electric blankets on the beds. Free parking a bonus. Great having a kitchenette in which to prepare our breakfast, even had a cooktop!

If you're not prepared for all the noises that come with being across the road from the ED (helicopters coming and going) then it can be a bit noisy, but didn't effect our sleep, wasn't a big problem

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Marama

10

December 2024

The location was across from the hospital where my partner.had surgery. It was great to be close to him. Our accommodation was spacious, huge family room, spotless and well-stocked with towels and toiletries. Staff were so accommodating and friendly. Close to shops and supermarket. I would stay here again.and recommend highly.to others. Thank you for an awesome stay.

We liked everything

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Sarah

8.2

December 2023

Room was very large - lots of space, with a separate bedroom. Main bed was large (poss King-sized) and I found it to be comfortable. Friendly, helpful front desk staff. Close to lots of food options.

We found it difficult to sleep - noise from hospital (perfect place to stay if visiting the hospital though!) Blinds need to be better at blocking out the light, as we all thought it was day time in the middle of the night (street lights and security lights outside). Bathroom could do with an update.

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Kaylene

10

June 2024

Travel 29May24 Our JQ flight got cancelled, late night, but so glad I managed to get the last room at the property for a rest. Thankful to the team at the property for accepting our booking and being up so late to greet us on arrival. After a 4+hr wait at the airport only to be cancelled, the King size bed was a welcomed feature to get into, for a good sleep. Thanks to the team at the property!

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Ayla

9.1

February 2024

Everything in the room was great. Very clean, quiet and nice.

Not really the accommodations fault, but they provided menus for near by takeaways. We ordered off the menu in our room but when the delivery man arrived it was twice as expensive and they just said it was an old menu. I was unhappy with this, there should be up to date menus as we brought dinner thinking we were within budget and went well over budget.

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Ben

8.2

December 2022

Overall the Southgate is a great place to stay. There was parking on site, but please note - there are limited spaces so it helps to get there early. The room was very neat and tidy, and had enough space for our family. I was pleasantly surprised by the facilities in the family room - a good sized fridge and freezer, a solid stove and lots of pans and things for cooking and a decent sized table to eat at. The beds in the main bedroom were pretty comfortable and the shower was decent. Check-in was very smooth too.

The sofa bed was missing quite a lot of springs, so we ended up putting the mattress part on the floor. Not the end of the world, but not the most comfortable either. The Southgate is also opposite a major hospital, so there were quite a few sirens going off at odd hours. Again, not the end of the world, but just something to be aware of.

Points of Interest Around Southgate Motor Inn

Attractions

Cuba Street

1.2mi

Mt. Victoria Lookout

1.3mi

Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa)

1.4mi

City Gallery Wellington

1.5mi

Weta Workshop

1.6mi

Wellington Museum

1.7mi

Wellington Cable Car

1.8mi

Space Place at Carter Observatory

1.9mi

Zealandia Ecosanctuary

1.9mi

Wellington Botanic Garden

2.1mi

New Zealand Parliament (Beehive)

2.2mi

Old St. Paul's

2.4mi

Red Rocks Reserve (Pariwhero)

3.8mi

Kaitoke Regional Park

27.6mi

Staglands Wildlife Reserve

28.7mi

Amenities of Southgate Motor Inn

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Spa tub

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Elevator

Free toiletries

Balcony

Bathtub

Stay rules - Southgate Motor Inn

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

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