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Southgate Motel

4.0 star property
Southgate Motel offers a peaceful retreat with a seasonal outdoor pool and sauna for relaxation, plus all the conveniences travelers need

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Travelers find a quiet escape at Southgate Motel with its refreshing seasonal outdoor pool and rejuvenating sauna. The Gates restaurant serves breakfast and dinner on-site, while free in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected. The location provides easy access to nearby attractions.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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

  • Limestone Coast - Fleurieu Peninsula
    Umpherston Sinkhole
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Mount Gambier is a great place for a pit stop when driving to Adelaide. The Blue Lake is a crater lake that is vibrant blue in color because of all the minerals in the limestone below. #SMDdoesOZ #Australia
    Blue Lake
    4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Blue Lake Reserve
    Blue Lake Reserve
    4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Mount Gambier Central
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Vansittart Park
    3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Mount Gambier, SA (MGB)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • Ba-Mi
    19 min walk
  • Hungry Jack's
    19 min walk
  • Domino's Pizza
    8 min walk
  • Commodore On The Park Hotel
    2 min drive

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
  • Laundry services, an elevator, and a front-desk safe
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:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; AUD 18 for adults and AUD 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Gates

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Dining table
  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (80 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 45.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 18 for adults and AUD 18 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 45.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from October to May
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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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.

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

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 740 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 740 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 740 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 740 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 740 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Arian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very clean and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay and great service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff. Tidy room. Very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean hotel/motel. Great service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Amonrat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
**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
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg

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

Maruti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

juli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was the most comfiest bed we have ever slept on.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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8/10 Good

Linda

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bella and Trey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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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8/10 Good

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

SHENGNAN

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

Carol Anne

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

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was lovely . The room was very clean except for the bathroom which had hair on the floor under the basin area - quite obvious The treadle on the bin was broken or had come lose - just needs checking Otherwise a very nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Laurie .R

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

Recommended. Older couple getaway.

Very nice older style motel with updated amenities inside. Clean and comfortable with lovely service. Pool was heaven after a hot day and was not chlorine but saltwater (yay). Lovely entryway with piano and curved staircase to upper floor. Restaurant on site that caters breakfast as well. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vicki

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
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8/10 Good

Benita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good comfortable property. Pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A decent enough motel for our one night stay...we arrived after a long drive from Kangaroo Island and decided to dump our bags and have dinner. The restaurant was clean and staff friendly....the food was good as was the wine. Comfortable room, clean and tidy and a decent shower though rather noisy through the night with road noise. Breakfast was ok, nothing special but set us up for the day and both dinner and breakfast were good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024