Southgate Motel | Hotel in Mount Gambier

| 8.0 (484 Reviews) |  4 Bathrooms  11 Guests
Mount Gambier Hotel | Southgate Motel

Hotel in Mount Gambier

Refurbished in 2019 and located just 4 minutes’ drive from Blue Lake, Southgate Motel features a bar, a restaurant and a sauna. There is an outdoor swimming pool and a spa pool open in warmer months. Guests also enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout the property. The air-conditioned rooms at Southgate Motel offer a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a DVD player. Ironing facilities and tea/coffee making facilities are also provided. Guests at the Southgate Motel can enjoy an outdoor BBQ with friends. A communal laundry and computer are also available for guest use. The Gates Restaurant is open daily for breakfast and Monday to Thursday for dinner, offering an extensive à la carte menu. Alternatively, there are a number of restaurants within a 5-minute walk. Motel Southgate is a 16-minute drive from the Myora Forest Reserve. Mount Gambier Airport is just 15 minutes’ drive away.

Southgate Motel is located in Mount Gambier.

This 54 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Parking, View, Wheelchair Accessible, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 484 reviews with the average score of 8 . Coming to Mount Gambier and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 54 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this place in Mount Gambier. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Southgate Motel in Mount Gambier is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Southgate Motel”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
EV Charge Station
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Bar
Parking
  • Parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Private Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Free parking
  • Accessible parking
Activities
  • Happy hour
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Entertainment
  • Baby safety gates
General
  • Elevator
  • Safe
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Family rooms
  • Heating
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Designated smoking area
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Soundproof rooms
Guest Services
  • Dry cleaning
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • Private check-in/out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
  • Business center
  • Room service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Packed lunches
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool (seasonal)
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor pool
Security/Safety
  • Key access
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV outside property
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • First aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Spa
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Fenced pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Swimming pool
  • Saltwater pool

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please let the southgate motel know your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, swimming pool: closed from mon, jun 1, 2026 until tue, dec 1, 2026

Reviews

Value for money:
7.92
Location:
8.68
Staff:
8.55
Facilities:
7.99
Comfort:
8.45
Cleanliness:
8.35
Michelle
May 4, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
Australia
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Premier King Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 50 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies, Wine/Champagne, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Shower, Private bathroom, Towels, Body soap, Guest bathroom, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Bathtub, Conditioner, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Free toiletries

Media & Technology

Blu-ray player, DVD player, Video, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Cable channels, CD player, Radio, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix)

General

Fire extinguisher, Iron, Trash cans, Heating, Smoke Alarm, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Tile/Marble floor, Private entrance, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Carpeted

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Toaster, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dining table, Electric kettle, Cleaning products, Wine glasses

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Alarm clock, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

Garden view, City view

Accessibility

Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Shower chair, Adapted bath

Room amenities

Drying rack for clothing, Adapter, Clothes rack, Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed

Entertainment & Family Services

Books, DVDs or music for children

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Layout

Window

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Deluxe King Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 36 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Deluxe King Room

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies, Wine/Champagne, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Shower, Private bathroom, Towels, Body soap, Guest bathroom, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Free toiletries

Media & Technology

Blu-ray player, DVD player, Video, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Cable channels, CD player, Radio, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix)

General

Fire extinguisher, Iron, Trash cans, Heating, Smoke Alarm, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Interconnecting room(s) available, Private entrance, Ironing facilities, Tile/Marble floor, Key card access, Carpeted

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Toaster, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dining table, Electric kettle, Cleaning products, Wine glasses

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Alarm clock, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

Garden view, City view, Quiet street view, Mountain view

Accessibility

Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Roll-in shower, Toilet with grab rails, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Shower chair

Room amenities

Drying rack for clothing, Adapter, Clothes rack, Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed

Entertainment & Family Services

Books, DVDs or music for children

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Layout

Window

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Deluxe Twin Room with King and Single Bed
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 36 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
Deluxe Twin Room with King and Single Bed

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies, Wine/Champagne, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Shower, Private bathroom, Towels, Body soap, Guest bathroom, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Free toiletries

Media & Technology

Blu-ray player, DVD player, Video, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Cable channels, CD player, Radio, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix)

General

Fire extinguisher, Iron, Trash cans, Heating, Smoke Alarm, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Interconnecting room(s) available, Private entrance, Ironing facilities, Tile/Marble floor, Key card access, Carpeted

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Toaster, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dining table, Electric kettle, Cleaning products, Wine glasses

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Desk

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Alarm clock, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

Garden view, City view

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Shower chair, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Drying rack for clothing, Adapter, Clothes rack, Hypoallergenic pillow, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed

Entertainment & Family Services

Books, DVDs or music for children

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Layout

Window

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Deluxe Family Room
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 42 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
Deluxe Family Room

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Shower, Private bathroom, Towels, Body soap, Guest bathroom, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Free toiletries

Media & Technology

Blu-ray player, DVD player, Video, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Cable channels, CD player, Radio, TV, Streaming service (like Netflix)

General

Fire extinguisher, Iron, Trash cans, Heating, Smoke Alarm, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Tile/Marble floor, Private entrance, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Carpeted

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Toaster, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dining table, Electric kettle, Cleaning products, Wine glasses

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

Garden view, City view, Quiet street view

Accessibility

Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Roll-in shower, Toilet with grab rails, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Shower chair

Entertainment & Family Services

Books, DVDs or music for children

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Room amenities

Non-feather pillow, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Hypoallergenic pillow

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

FAQ's

Is this Southgate Motel pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Southgate Motel?

Check-in time for Southgate Motel starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Southgate Motel have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Southgate Motel has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Southgate Motel?

Best-rates for the Southgate Motel starts from $108 per night with includes Bar, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, Pool, Security/Safety, EV Charge Station, Breakfast, Laundry, Air Conditioner, Designated Smoking Area, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Oceanfront, Sports/Activities, Restaurant, TV, Accessibility, Transportation/Shuttle, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, Child Friendly, Parking, View, Wheelchair Accessible, Business Services with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Southgate Motel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Southgate Motel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Southgate Motel is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Southgate Motel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Southgate Motel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Southgate Motel?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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