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Motel River Bend

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, near Tailem Bend Golf Club

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Property entrance
Free self-parking
Reception
Deluxe Queen Room
Standard Twin Room | Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov

Explore the area

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39 Princes Highway, Tailem Bend, SA, 5260
  • Place, Tailem Bend Golf Club
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Bend Motorsport Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Tailem Town
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Queen Room

Standard Queen Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
Freezer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Family Room

Deluxe Family Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Queen Room

Deluxe Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
Freezer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Freezer
Toaster
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Freezer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Tailem Bend

At Motel River Bend, you'll be 1 km (0.6 mi) from Tailem Bend Golf Club and 5.2 km (3.2 mi) from Bend Motorsport Park. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in and express check-out. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Tailem Bend motel, you'll be 46.7 km (29 mi) from Bremerton Wines.
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What's nearby

  • Rogers Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tailem Dog Park - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Tailem Bend Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bend Motorsport Park - 4 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Old Tailem Town - 4 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Tailem Bend Station - 4 min walk
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Jack's Burgers Motorsport Park - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tailem Bend Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Henny's on the Terrace - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Motel River Bend

Motel with free parking, near Tailem Bend Golf Club
As a guest of Motel River Bend, you'll find express check-in and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Tailem Bend motel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
Motel River Bend offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with free toiletries and blackout curtains. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Tailem Bend motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Hairdryers and change of towels can be requested. 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 uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 10 for adults and AUD 10 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (2:00 PM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (2:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 15.0 per day.

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 10.00 for adults and from AUD 10.00 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 15.0 per day

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, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Motel River Bend Tailem Bend
Motel River Bend
River Bend Tailem Bend
Motel River Bend Motel
Motel River Bend Tailem Bend
Motel River Bend Motel Tailem Bend

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Motel River Bend?

Motel River Bend offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel River Bend?

As of 14 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel River Bend on 20 Nov 2025 start from NZ$181.83, 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.

Is parking available at Motel River Bend?

Yep, Motel River Bend has a free self car park.

Does Motel River Bend serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Motel River Bend?

No, Motel River Bend does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Motel River Bend?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Motel River Bend?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Motel River Bend?

There isn't one on site, but Tailem Bend Golf Club is a short 12-minute walk away.

Reviews

Motel River Bend Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 348 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 348 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 348 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 348 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 348 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
greeted in a courteous manner, room was clean, picked up breakfast package.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, very clean room and thoughtful amenities provided. Conveniently close to the Bend Motorsport Park and will definitely be staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRUCE

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Helpful staff who returned an item we had left in our room even before we headed off in our car. Then searched our room for a medical item we thought we had left and they rang to report it was not there. Luckily we found it between phone calls. Great service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very neat in the outdoor area and parking area. Inside, the room was immaculate, roomy, quiet and had tea and coffee making facilities, microwave and bathroom supplies. The curtains were excellent for creating a dark room and there is an easily followed procedure to get your key if you are a late arrival. The text instructions were perfect. Although it is on the main thoroughfare from Adelaide to Melbourne, the noise of the trucks was not an issue. I will definitely return en route to NSW and Vic.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great convenient place to stay for access to The Bend Motorsport park.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 minutes drive to The Bend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was tired far too expensive for what we got. Traffic noise from trucks was terrible and went all night. Wouldn’t stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well presented and handy to all facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

6/10 Okay

Kerrie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Being right on the highway meant that it was very noisy with trucks moving through the night. Parking was a bit difficult for us, hard to get out.it was comfortable and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bojan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple, clean palce to stay on the way. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dot

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good to walk in clean pleasant set up
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph, Denbigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good spot for having a rest before adelaide
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Over all very good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rodney

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

Nice break travelling to Adelaide

Great local pub
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great sized family room. Even though it is on the highway, we couldn't hear the noise of trucks and cars. Parking was a little difficult to get in and our as the room next to us had a trailer connected to their car so were sticking out and a car parked opposite, made it tricky for me to get my car out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

DOMINIC

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Got a noise complaint at 6pm! For unloading the car too loud! If the proprietor wants to run the place as a trucker’s dormitory, great, but don’t advertise the property as a Motel and take bookings from the public. There are plenty of options in Murray Bridge 15 minutes away.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

WSP

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Frances

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Living area a bit cramped. No detergent for washing dishes. Parking a bit tight. But very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the service was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Djengiz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great quite place, very convenient close to shops and places to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Antonia

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024