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
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
Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
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 £64
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept

Room options

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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

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

Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

Highlights

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

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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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 Single Sofa Bed

Classic Apartment, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

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

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 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Classic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

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

Map
70 Riddiford St, Wellington, Wellington, 6021

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 (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peoples Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Black Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bebemos - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Ramen Shop - ‬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 a lift
Room features
All guest rooms at Southgate Motor Inn offer comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and microwaves

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

Pets not 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 at the property

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: 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

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

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 14 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southgate Motor Inn on 18 Sept 2025 start from £64.17, 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.

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?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout 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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