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Southgate Motel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Mount Gambier with sauna and conference center

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BBQ/picnic area
Front of property - evening/night
Deluxe Room, King Twin | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe
Daily continental breakfast (AUD 18 per person)
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Bathroom | Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
The price is $94
$104 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17

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175 Commercial Street East, Mount Gambier, SA, 5290
  • Popular LocationUmpherston Sinkhole2 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlue Lake3 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlue Lake Reserve4 min drive
  • AirportMount Gambier, SA (MGB)11 min drive

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6/10 Okay

It was a bit out of town and we had to drive, not a far distance, but we were tired and did not want to drive anymore, b...
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Room options

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
  • 1346 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

8.3/10 Very Good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, King Twin | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, King Twin

7.5/10 Good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.7/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Mount Gambier

Southgate Motel is located in Mount Gambier. Old Mount Gambier Gaol and Engelbrecht Cave are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Lake Reserve and Telford Scrub Conservation Park.
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What's nearby

  • Umpherston Sinkhole - 2 min drive
  • Mount Gambier Central - 2 min drive
  • Blue Lake - 3 min drive
  • Olympic Park - 4 min drive
  • Blue Lake Reserve - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Mount Gambier, SA (MGB) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Commodore on the Park - 19 min walk
  • Nightcap at Federal Hotel Mt Gambier - 8 min walk
  • McDonald's - 2 min drive
  • Wild Ginger - 19 min walk
  • South Eastern Hotel - 7 min walk

About this property

Southgate Motel

Property highlights
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. 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, with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), RV/bus/truck parking, and express check-out
  • A front-desk safe, a computer station, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All 52 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi 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

Languages

English

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

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: 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
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 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 registration desk
  • 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
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 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 staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 18 for adults and AUD 18 for children
  • 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

We should mention

The seasonal outdoor pool closes in April
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or spa 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Southgate Motel?

As of Jun 3, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southgate Motel on Jun 16, 2024 start from $94.35, 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 at Southgate Motel?

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).

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 229 out of 693 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 693 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 693 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 693 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 693 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well looked after, the sound from the shower of adjacent room came though.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Daravuth

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Change my room and condition, staff not response for the booking and confirm. Changing my room and told me that free breakfast for 3 people. Then say no without reason.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Lauris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean but a bit noisey
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Business traveler
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

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!!!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Trudie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable but very noisy. Could hear every step above us… cars outside our window and laundry facilities across the hall
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

juli

Traveled with partner
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

6/10 Okay

Tonya

Traveled with partner
Overall the property was clean and neat. The dishes needed a good was not a simple wipe out. But I booked for the restaurant for dinner, the cooked breakfast to room and room service non of which were available due to being closed over the new year period. So this should have been advised or allowed me to cancel with refund.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerri-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

SHENGNAN

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

chris

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A budget motel
We book this motel because the preferred accommodation wasn't available for both nights at Mount Gambier. This one is a budget motel on the main road - good enough for road trip stop-over - you want to spend as little time in the room as possible
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

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

6/10 Okay

Allan

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Mediocre at best.
Greeting at reception was very nice and the room was initially very clean. I had two issues with my stay; 1. the room wasn't cleaned by housekeeping the next morning with the bed not made, nor was the bathroom surfaces (vanity and basin) wiped. I simply had new towels added. 2. The loud screaming noise (like a smoke detector) that the plumbing made when the neighbor had a shower late at night. It was so loud I went to reception worried about an alarm going off :) and they came to investigate it and heard it also.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Business traveler
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

4/10 Poor

Karin

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Toilet seat was off in first room. Moved to another room. Kettle fused the power. Got another it didn’t work. Third kettle was ok. Washer dryer was hard to use. Dinner from room service went cold while dealing with unworking dryer. Was not offered any discount for all the inconvenience. Won’t be staying there again. Would benefit from better signage in laundry on how to use washer dryer. Also a sign telling guests to remove their clothes promptly from the dryers so others can use it. What’s the protocol on taking someone else’s stuff out if it’s finished drying.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Benita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good comfortable property. Pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This was a large motel and did have a lift. We had a king bed and a room that was semi large. Despite the bathroom looking ‘renovated’ the towel rail fell out of the wall, the tap couldn’t be fully opened as the mirror was too low. The toiletries consisted of a push action gel to be used for hand washing, shampoo and showering, towels were threadbare which required an extra one, the place looked very tired. It was not central and the restaurant did not function. I’d try the Gambier Hotel in future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely large room and great to have mugs for tea/coffee! Bed was very comfy. Our heater wasn’t working but staff very quickly offered us another room or a heater. If I had to pick something negative I’d say it’s nearly time for new towels. We’d stay here again 😄
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023