Southgate Motel

Property class: 4

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Consider a stay at Southgate Motel and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, The Gates, offers breakfast and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a business center.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
The current price is SAR 377
SAR 417 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

Deluxe Room, King Twin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a wardrobe.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

Deluxe Room, King Twin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Mount Gambier is home to Southgate Motel. Old Mount Gambier Gaol and Engelbrecht Cave are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Lady Nelson Discovery Centre and Labyrinth. Visit our Mount Gambier travel guide
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175 Commercial Street East, Mount Gambier, SA, 5290

What's nearby

  • A rocky terrain with a metal staircase leading to a higher level.
    Cave Gardens
    17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • A lush garden with large green leaves, pink flowers, and tall palm trees against a clear blue sky.
    Umpherston Sinkhole
    2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Lady Nelson Discovery Centre
    17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mount Gambier Central
    2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Old Mount Gambier Gaol
    3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Mount Gambier, SA (MGB)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • Hungry Jack's
    19 min walk
  • Grantville Court Fish Shop
    15 min walk
  • South Eastern Hotel
    8 min walk
  • Ba-Mi
    18 min walk

About this property

Southgate Motel

  • Upscale hotel
  • At Southgate Motel, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, The Gates, offers breakfast and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a business center.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with free cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), RV/bus/truck parking, and express check-out
    • An elevator, a computer station, and luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All 52 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and toasters

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Frequently asked questions

Does Southgate Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Southgate Motel?

As of 23 Shawwal 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southgate Motel on 7 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 2026 start from SAR 377, 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.

Is Southgate Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Southgate Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Southgate Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Southgate Motel located?

Situated in Mount Gambier, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Riddoch Art Gallery, Mount Gambier Catholic Parish, and Cave Gardens. Lady Nelson Discovery Centre and Umpherston Sinkhole are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Southgate Motel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 260 out of 755 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 319 out of 755 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 755 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 755 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 755 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Good location ,comfortable and clean .easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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Staff friendly and helpful, spacious room, well-appointed. Hotel in convenient location to tourists sites.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very comfortable stay and great service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

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Shower was not cleaned on check-in. Good parking facilities. Location is great to shops, sightseeing places and eateris.Room is big & tidy with good amenities. Would be helpful to have 24/7 reception and breakfast facilities available on site. Overall still a pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Short one night stay but very happy with room, very clean and comfortable bed. Out of ours check-in was easy. Convenient location on a main route.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Was very clean and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice and clean with friendly staff; easy check in and out with great location and easy access to local attractions and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, really good size. Friendly staff, really comfy bed, good size shower. Comfort plus. Decent price. Definitely will stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Spacious room and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely clean hotel/motel. Great service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds super comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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**Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5)** I had a wonderful stay at the Southgate Hotel. The rooms were very comfortable, and the staff were incredibly welcoming and friendly. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a pleasant and relaxing..
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The bed was the most comfiest bed we have ever slept on.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

It was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

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Lovely staff. Tidy room. Very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

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Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was spacious and the bed was ridiculously comfortable. Motel was close to town. Meals were tasty, generous and well priced.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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What a wonderful hotel in a great location. Our room was huge and beautifully decorated. We thoroughly enjoyed our overnight stay there. Highly recommend this hotel. Keep up the great work!!!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

3 Bedroom Unit

Perfect for a family of 5, and location was easily accessible to city centre and attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice clean and very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice staff who are really very supportive and helpful. Thank you for everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was good loved it unfortunately we were unable to use the restaurant cause of a function they could have had part of the restaurant for people staying there
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Returning customer

Always my go to in Mount Gambier. Bed super comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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A good comfortable property. Pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Good position large room & nice staff. Towels in the bathroom very thin & not white & shower drain flooded the bathroom which was an issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025