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Riverbend Motel & Cabins

2.0 star property
City-center motel within easy reach of Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
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Riverbend Motel & Cabins offers a tranquil retreat along the river. Enjoy to-go breakfast, mini golf, and free in-room WiFi. With barbecue grills and coffee/tea in the lobby, this motel provides a warm welcome with its helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • TV in a common area
  • Mini golf

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Yard
  • Daily housekeeping
$112 nightly
The total price is $134
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Premier Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 506 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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King Room

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cabin

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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Family Cabin

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Room

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cottage | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Cottage

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
134 River Street, Helen, GA, 30545

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

  • ‪Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cowboys & Angels - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hofbrauhaus Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Troll Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Spice 55 Thai and Sushi restaurant - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Riverbend Motel & Cabins

Riverbend Motel & Cabins puts you just a 5-minute drive from Unicoi State Park and Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park. Guests can keep active with onsite mini golf, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and on-the-go breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 9 AM. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 33 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Mini golf

What to do

  • Mini golf
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • Built in 1983
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Yard
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30.00 per pet, per night

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Riverbend Motel & Cabins?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 40 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 30.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Riverbend Motel & Cabins?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Riverbend Motel & Cabins?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Riverbend Motel & Cabins and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and hiking. Riverbend Motel & Cabins also has a picnic area.

Does Riverbend Motel & Cabins have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a yard.

What's the area around Riverbend Motel & Cabins like?

Riverbend Motel & Cabins is located on the waterfront, a short 9-minute walk from Unicoi State Park and 8 minutes' walk from Helen Festhalle. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Riverbend Motel & Cabins Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The property is very pet friendly with a big lot to walk dogs and many pet-friendly businesses nearby. (7 reviews)
  • Restaurants were plentiful and within walking distance, with helpful staff providing great recommendations. (4 reviews)
  • The property features a beautiful beach area right on the water with picnic tables and swings. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

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.
1-night trip

10/10

Very nice room and very friendly staff. I wouldn't hesitate to stay there again.
1-night trip

10/10

Absolutely enjoyed our stay. It was quiet and peaceful with sounds of the creek, yet we could walk to so many things.
2-night trip

10/10

Nice staff nice area
1-night trip

10/10

It was an excellent experience with the place and the services.
2-night trip

10/10

I stayed for a night for a convention. Bed was comforatable, room was extremely clean, check in was easy. I loved the access to the river and the many sitting areas on the river.
1-night trip

10/10

We love staying here, walking distance to shopping and dinning
2-night trip

10/10

Very nice property, very nice river view and sitting areas around the river. Staff did an excellent job setting up some extras for valentines stay
2-night trip

10/10

Clean Room, comfortable beds. Nothing bad to say. Great location. Walk to town. Swings by the water.
2-night trip

10/10

We really enjoyed our stay here. It's quiet yet close to the heart of Helen. Easy walking distance to the shops and dining. Easiest check in I've experienced in a while.
2-night trip

10/10

EXCELLENT staff, location, views—everything!
1-night trip

10/10

We had a wonderful weekend. We hiked to Anna Ruby Falls which was beautiful. Went to several great resturants which were all walking distance.
3-night trip

8/10

Very good
1-night trip

10/10

Love staying at The Riverbend!
1-night trip

10/10

Quiet, safe.. walking distance
3-night trip

10/10

Perfect location and the rolling river behind is awesome.
1-night trip

8/10

Nice place to stay
2-night trip

10/10

Great price, amazing service, comfortable, and safe! Walking distance from town. And fabulous setting by the Chattahoochee! Hope to be back! ❤️
2-night trip

10/10

It was nice staying close to town and right next to the river. You are able to walk right into to river. There are swings to sit and enjoy.
2-night trip

10/10

Spent our wedding night here and mini honeymoon! It was perfectly lovely.
2-night trip

10/10

Great Staff Comfortable, Clean Room w/ amenities Awesome Location Definitely Will be Back
2-night trip

10/10

Wonderful property and staff. We have came back twice and already planning our trip back for this Summer. Even when we had an issue like the batteries dying in the card reader they got us back in quickly and accommodated us. Highly recommend
2-night trip

10/10

Great stay, check in was easy, room was great. Right in the main area for Helen.
2-night trip

8/10

Conveniently located. Walkable to downtown shopping and dining. Located right on the picturesque river. Would stay here again.
1-night trip

10/10

We love this motel. It great for a one night getaway. The rooms are updated, beds are comfortable and there is a lite breakfast in the lobby. Sits on the river, beautiful views, two block walk to restaurants, shops and bars.
1-night trip