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Riverlea Motel

3.0 star property
3-star motel perfect for exploring Gore

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Studio
Reception
Studio | Private kitchenette

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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46 Hokonui Drive, Gore, 9710
  • Place, Hokonui Moonshine Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Gore Historical Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastern Southland Gallery
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

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2 Bedroom Apartment

2 Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Studio

Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 Bedroom Apartment

1 Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Gore

City center stay.Within a 5-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Gore Historical Museum and Hokonui Moonshine Museum. Eastern Southland Gallery and Gore Public Gardens are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hokonui Moonshine Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gore Historical Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Eastern Southland Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Brown Trout - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Newman Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Thomas Green - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Domino’s - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Stable Kitchen - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Riverlea Motel

3-star motel perfect for exploring Gore
As a guest of Riverlea Motel, you'll find laundry facilities and a front-desk safe. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Gore motel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Smoking in designated areas
Riverlea Motel offers 10 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished patios. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Gore motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 43-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 9:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8 AM - 8:30 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Riverlea Motel to the airport?

Riverlea Motel is 42.1 mi (53-min drive) away from the Invercargill (IVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverlea Motel?

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverlea Motel on Jun 14, 2026 start from CA $122, 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.

Does Riverlea Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Riverlea Motel.

Does Riverlea Motel offer free breakfast?

Riverlea Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Riverlea Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Riverlea Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Riverlea Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Riverlea Motel have a pool?

Riverlea Motel does not have a pool.

Does Riverlea Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Riverlea Motel to downtown Gore?

Riverlea Motel is 0.3 mi away from Gore.

Riverlea Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, comfortable beds and easy walking to restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very modern, clean, ideal temperature lovely bathroom a premium motel short walk to everything with plenty of space. I'd go to Gore just for a meal out in town and a night here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tsuyoshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Full kitchen, friendly staff, clean room, good wifi,and more……
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely big clean room, comfortable bed. Easy check in, staff helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was right outside room Staff lovely
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room. Comfortable and clise to city centre
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very happy lovely accommodation. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dhiraj

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a pleasant stay, lovely unit.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice unit,... We will be happy to stay again on some other occasion.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was lovely & clean comfortable bed Lovely pleasant gentleman in office on our arrival Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so nice we almost felt embarrassed to use anything, all brand new stuff. Very good motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very comfortable place to stay. Very warm and cosy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional accomodstin
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David

New and tidy motel unit
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allen

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

So good

Stayed for seven nights. Very clean and comfortable. Only a short stroll to the shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

Great Location

Nice motel. Handy to the centre of town. Clean and quiet. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice new place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Nice clean modern and quiet place.

Very good all round.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful. Clean and tidy facilities. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great experience
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gaenor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accomodation was adequate and good location in relation to our needs and comfortable. Would recommend. Suitable for walking to restaurants and supermarket. Great central location to all shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice hotel and the owner was really helpful. We even got a high chair for our baby. Nice spacious rooms.