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Riverbend Motel & Cabins

2.0 star property
Riverfront motel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Cabin
Lobby sitting area
Cottage
Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$232
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

Explore the area

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134 River Street, Helen, GA, 30545
  • Place, Helen Arts & Heritage Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Helen Festhalle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Premier Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 47 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(71 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Family Cabin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cottage

Cottage

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Beds

About the area

Helen

Riverbend Motel & Cabins places you in the centre of Helen, steps from Chattahoochee River and within a short 5-minute stroll of Unicoi Hill Park. Highlights at this motel include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, a picnic area and a television in a common area. Each morning free on-the-go breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 9 AM. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Helen motel include Helen Arts & Heritage Center and Charlemagne's Kingdom.
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What's nearby

  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Charlemagne's Kingdom - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Helen Festhalle - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hofbrauhaus Restaurant & Pub - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Troll Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Helen Festhalle - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cowboys & Angels - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Riverbend Motel & Cabins

Riverfront motel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a picnic area are also featured at Riverbend Motel & Cabins. Free self parking is available.

This Helen motel is smoke free.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1983
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Riverbend Motel & Cabins offers 33 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Mini golf
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Mini golf

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1983
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30.00 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Riverbend Motel & Cabins?

Yep, Riverbend Motel & Cabins has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverbend Motel & Cabins?

As of 29 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverbend Motel & Cabins on 30 Sept 2025 start from NZ$232.01, including 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 Riverbend Motel & Cabins serve breakfast?

Yeah, free on-the-go brekkie is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Riverbend Motel & Cabins?

No, Riverbend Motel & Cabins does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Riverbend Motel & Cabins?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Reviews

Riverbend Motel & Cabins Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 508 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1011 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
only problem was the stairs. lot's of stairs. everything else was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and seemed to be fairly recently renovated. Great access to the river and a very short walk to downtown Helen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael, Blacklick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, Good parking, there's a few covered parking spots. A/C is awesome, 65 degrees-No problem. Staff is friendly. Breakfast is limited.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was walking distance to the town. Room was very clean. River runs in front of the property with swings that you can sit in and watch the tubers come through. Great little spot!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

herman

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great spot on River!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos Augusto

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, surrounded by the river, very close from Main street.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene, Woodstock

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Riverbend is a beautiful property with the river running behind it. Enjoyed watching people fly fishing while walking my dog. It is a very pet friendly area. Lots of restaurants allow you to sit outside with your pet. The motel is within walking distance to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was away from the main strip, yet close enough to walk to everything. Employees all so nice! We liked walking down to the river and rocks and my son skipped rocks after all the tubers were done for the day.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel shows its age. But the bed was comfortable, location was awesome, rates were reasonable and the staff was great. It is right on the river and there are swings so you can go sit by the water. They also have steps so you can access the water easier. Overall, my wife and I enjoyed our stay and would stay again at Riverbend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lionel

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a cabin on the river and it was wonderful and very quiet. This property id very pet friendly, we brought our 2 dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lee Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness
Best part of property is location to main drag,
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Faithe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

So so stay

This hotel definitely had its pros and cons. To start with the pros, the location. The location was perfect, right on the river and walkable to everything. The lady at the front desk in the evening was great! She helped with all our needs and even came to our room to help with the tv. The cons of this hotel was the beds (super uncomfortable), the tv did not work for the 3 nights we were there (it buffered all day), and I was charged $75 more than the price I originally agreed too, when I asked about the charge they could not explain anything to me. Next time in town we will try another option.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
really nice. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow, a very nice setting, especially for the price! Right in town
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay excellent staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Average hotel room

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaimie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025