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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 | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Classic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster
Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Executive Apartment, Multiple Beds | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with digital channels
Family Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with digital channels
Southgate Motor Inn offers easy access to Newtown and essential amenities. Guests can use in-room WiFi to plan adventures, drop off laundry between sightseeing, and store luggage when needed. The elevator ensures hassle-free access to rooms.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NT$3,091
NT$3,555 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29

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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

Highlights

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

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Economy Studio | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Economy Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Accessible | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

Highlights

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

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Economy Apartment, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Economy Apartment, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Executive Apartment, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Executive Apartment, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - double
Rainfall showerhead
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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

Classic Apartment, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Apartment, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

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

View all photos for Family Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms

Family Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Family Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Sofa bed - double
Rainfall showerhead
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Studio, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Family Studio, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Classic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Classic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Newtown, a neighborhood in Wellington, is home to Southgate Motor Inn. Te Papa and Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Wellington Zoo and Sisters of Compassion - Suzanne Aubert Compassion Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Basin Reserve, or consider a night out at The Opera House.
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70 Riddiford St, Wellington, Wellington, 6021

What's nearby

  • Wellington Hospital - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Massey University - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Courtenay Place - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Te Papa - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Cuba Street Mall - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

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
Southgate Motor Inn provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and an elevator
Room features
All guestrooms at Southgate Motor Inn have perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and microwaves

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Property amenities

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

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
  • 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

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

Pets not 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

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • A damage deposit of NZD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

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

Is Southgate Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 2025/9/28, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southgate Motor Inn on 2025/10/28 start from NT$3,091, 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.

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 is available for a fee of NZD 20 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Southgate Motor Inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 30 (subject to availability).

Where is Southgate Motor Inn located?

Located in Newtown, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Wellington Hospital and Southern Cross Hospital. Massey University and Newtown Park are also within 15 minutes.

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