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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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Property grounds
Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby sitting area
Lobby
Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
The price is $99
$119 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5

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Map
134 River Street, Helen, GA, 30545
  • Popular LocationHelen Arts & Heritage Center4 min walk
  • Popular LocationHelen Festhalle8 min walk
  • Popular LocationHelen Tubing & Helen Water Park3 min drive
  • AirportAtlanta, GA (ATL-Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.)112 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

The view was amazing along with the price. Definitely booking with Riverbend each time I come to Helen!
Alondra
Jun 3, 2024
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Room options

View all photos for Premier Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, River View

Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premier Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, River View

8.8/10 Excellent

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 506 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9/10 Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Room

8.4/10 Very Good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Balcony

Cabin

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

Family Cabin

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Helen

Riverbend Motel & Cabins is located on the waterfront and in a walkable area with great shopping. Alpine Mini Golf and Smithgall Woods State Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and Mt. Yonah Book Exchange. Southern Water Trails LLC and North Georgia Zoo are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 4 min walk
  • Charlemagne's Kingdom - 6 min walk
  • Helen Festhalle - 8 min walk
  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 17 min walk
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 3 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • La Cabana Mexican Restaurant - 14 min walk
  • Hofbrauhaus Restaurant - 9 min walk
  • Cowboys & Angels - 5 min walk
  • Bigg Daddy S Restauran - 12 min walk
  • Troll Tavern - 3 min walk

About this property

Riverbend Motel & Cabins

Motel by the river
Riverbend Motel & Cabins provides amenities like free to-go breakfast and mini golf. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A 24-hour front desk, a TV in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All guestrooms at Riverbend Motel & Cabins offer perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 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
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Riverbend Motel & Cabins pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 30.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of Jun 3, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverbend Motel & Cabins on Jun 4, 2024 start from $98.9, 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.

How much is parking at Riverbend Motel & Cabins?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverbend Motel & Cabins?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Riverbend Motel & Cabins?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Riverbend Motel & Cabins located?

Located in the heart of Helen, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Chattahoochee River and Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park. Unicoi Hill Park and Helen Arts & Heritage Center are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 407 out of 909 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 909 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 909 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 909 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 909 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alondra

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was amazing along with the price. Definitely booking with Riverbend each time I come to Helen!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location of this hotel. Enjoyed the river view and the recreation area. Staff was wonderful. Hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and convenient to town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

kathleen, Scituate

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
They really should clean up the area by the river and the cabins were not clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best location! Walkable to everything in downtown Helen in a few minutes. Proximity to the Chattahoochee was my favorite part of our stay. The balcony overlooking the river was pleasant and enjoyable even in a rainstorm. We enjoyed watching all the fishermen in their waders. We would definitely stay here again. A bit dated but you can tell from the pictures so that is not a surprise. Our bed was comfortable and the linens and towels were clean and tidy. Great weekend stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a peaceful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sissy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and relaxing with swings by the river, just steps from our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love the location and the staff was super nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Very pleasant stay with no problems or issues. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was able to let us check in an hour early. They were very friendly and made sure everything was good at check in. Great set up on the river. They have benches and swings for the guest along the river. Room was clean with the exception of a crack in the tile that ran the length of the sink. Also the shower frame was dirty. Other than that great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

luis

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tasnim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the area, everything was walking distance and convenient! Definitely will come back again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay, love that it was pet friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place to stay!
One of the most peaceful places i’ve ever stayed, Check in was quick and easy the views were amazing and parking was easy. Place was very clean and the wife and daughter had an amazing experience shower was nice! Highly recommended stay we stayed 2 nights and I will definitely book this place again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location....for starters
Very clean and conveniently located right on the river in the heart of downtown. Breakfast was just OK but take the time to walk to Dotties for a delicious, hot meal.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyza

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay and location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lawrence

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay anywhere Else!
In my 70 years of being on this earth, I have never had such a horrible experience. It started with the check in. I was under the impression that I had paid prior to my arrival, through hotels.com. As soon as I told her that I had paid for two rooms through the website the desk clerk, Laurie became very loud, rude and unprofessional towards me telling me "we don't accept payments from the parties.... she went on to say, "hotels.com has failed to pay us before, so absolutely NO 3rd parties payments are accepted...". Then she goes on to say very loudly that she had tried to run my credit card and she bellows out, that my card had been "DECLINED". In front of my business partner from Canada who I had brought to see Helen. It was truly a very bad experience and I was treated very disprectfully by Laurie and the manager, who failed to identify her self. The hotel rooms were minimally cleaned. In February both rooms were set on AC at 61 degrees. Tells me the housekeepers mush hate the place also!! Middle of the winter and no blankets on the beds or in rooms. I understand not making the beds with blankets, but put them in a clean bag and make available in the middle of the winter in the NORTH GEORGIA MOUNTAINS. That seems like a no Brainer. And finally the beds are HORRIBLE. Not since I was a young adult man in the 1970s staying in Panama City Beach at a $15 a night hotel have I slept on a worst bed. Come Riverbend, learn how to buy beds!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

4 stars
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Great Location
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
2.0