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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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1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Cabin
Lobby sitting area
Cottage
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

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is €99
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

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
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 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
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(69 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Family Cabin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cottage

Cottage

Highlights

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

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About the area

Located on the waterfront, Riverbend Motel & Cabins is in a walkable area with good shopping. Alpine Mini Golf and Sautee Nacoochee Vineyards 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. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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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

  • ‪Hofbrauhaus Restaurant & Pub - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪La Cabana Mexican Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Troll Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Helen Festhalle - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Christoff's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Riverbend Motel & Cabins

Motel by the river
Riverbend Motel & Cabins provides amenities, such as free on-the-go breakfast and mini golf. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A vending machine, coffee/tea in reception and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free property, a TV in reception and barbecues
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Riverbend Motel & Cabins offer comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Private gardens, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

Languages

English

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 are 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 18 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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 18 kg 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 26 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverbend Motel & Cabins on 28 Aug 2025 start from €99.22, 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.

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?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Riverbend Motel & Cabins located?

Located in the heart of Helen, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Chattahoochee River, Unicoi Hill Park and Helen Arts & Heritage Center. Charlemagne's Kingdom and Helen Festhalle are also within 10 minutes.

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Riverbend Motel & Cabins Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 500 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1001 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful creek front property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our overall stay was good and we would stay here again. Our room was spacious and clean, the beds were comfortable. Convenient for walking around town and was nice to sit by the river every morning while having some coffee and at night as well.
Walking towards the hotel
Front of hotel
Hotel parking area
River on hotel property
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Larry

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

Darla

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

6/10 Okay

Hannah

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It is a good location. Our room was outdated and there was visible mold. We did like the river view.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at the hotel. The staff is so friendly. Will continue to stay here in the future
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Very nice place

Very nice room and very friendly staff. I wouldn't hesitate to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

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

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very nice and helpful. The room was clean and everything in the area was easy to walk to.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Amenities
What a friendly relaxing stay. We had clean spacious rooms and everything we needed to enjoy this beautiful little town.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love close proximity to the river
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

8/10 Good

Dr. John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We saw a bear walking on the other side of the river in the morning
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved it beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely enjoyed our stay. It was quiet and peaceful with sounds of the creek, yet we could walk to so many things.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute little spot by the river!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles S

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

10/10 Excellent

MELISSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, clean and convenient
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benyathip

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff nice area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

steven

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

Darlene

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

DAVID

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