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Riverbend Motel & Cabins

2.0 star property
Motel perfectly located for exploring Helen

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Property grounds
Premier Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, River View
Balcony
Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Premier Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, River View | Private kitchen

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Guests liked:

Clean rooms, comfy beds, friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Parking included
    Parking included

Explore the area

Map
134 River Street, Helen, GA, 30545
  • Unicoi Hill Park
    4 min walk
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center
    4 min walk
  • Charlemagne's Kingdom
    6 min walk
  • Gainesville, GA (GVL-Lee Gilmer Memorial)
    50 min drive

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

  • 47 sq m
  • 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

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

King Room

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Balcony

Cabin

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

Family Cabin

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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About the area

Helen

Heart of Helen.Within a 5-minute walk of this Helen motel, you'll find Chattahoochee River and Unicoi Hill Park. Helen Arts & Heritage Center and Charlemagne's Kingdom are also within half a mile (1 km).
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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

  • ‪Bigg Daddy S Restauran - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cowboys & Angels - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hofbrauhaus Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Troll Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Spice 55 - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Riverbend Motel & Cabins

Motel perfectly located for exploring Helen
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 hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Microwave
  • Mini golf
  • Refrigerator

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–9 AM
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Mini golf

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • 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: USD 30.00 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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
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, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 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).

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Riverbend Motel & Cabins Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 453 out of 996 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 996 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 996 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 996 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 996 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and the front desk was accommodating and friendly. Definitely coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great secluded cabin on the river. Walking distance from downtown Helen. Many restaurants and shops. A
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Carlen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Quiet and next to the water.
One must keep in mind this is a very old property so you should not expect it to be in the best of condition. Having said that, the property is very quaint and located next to the river (The Chattahoochee is but a small creek running through Helen as these are the headwaters for the river) and located in a very quiet area at the end of a short roadway. I have stayed at this property many times since 1986 and though, as stated above, it is quite old today, the rooms are adequate for the region. There was black mold in the grouting of the shower and the linens are very basic. Although there is a “breakfast” area in the small lobby it consists mainly of cellophane wrapped “snack cakes” and two fruit juices and of course coffee. Do not, and I can’t express this strongly enough, expect anything hot (sausage, eggs, pancakes, waffles, etc.) to be served! You stay here for the few of the river and the quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Coy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here because river was easily accessible (right outside door) and on property. Nice little beach and plenty of bench swings. HOWEVER....bring you sleeping mask. The hallways (which are all outside) were EXTRMELEY bright with LED bulbs in front of each door and light filtered in at every crack and crevice and to make matters worse the curtains barely covered the windows making it impossible to even remotely get the room dark enough to sleep. We even tried covering window with extra blankets to no avail. Otherwise, enjoyed this property and would have given it 5 stars. Neither this or that....Pergo floors...keeps feet sandy. We prefer carpet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value for the price!
Great place! Very friendly staff, and great quick breakfast. The property is older, but very charming. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James, Alexandria

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

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well worth the price.
Perfect location to downtown. 100 feet from the river. Definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Jacob

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will skip it next time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property was right on the river. The beds were amazing. Outside was very worn, but the room was updated. Excellent and friendly staff. The bathroom was covered in ants and my daughter made friends with a rat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing
Great location Just waiting on my deposit
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed being so close to the river which was peaceful but also within walking distance to everything downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property around the water had trash and discarded clothing and the grills had not been cleaned and were full of cigarette butts and old vapes.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Riverside
Great location close to helen downtown area and river. Could watch the tube floaters from the hotel riverside. A dog friendly hotel with reasonable rates. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Atavian

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Next to the river is just great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Chari

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The place was very nice and quiet. Great river view. My only complaint is that we asked for our room to be cleaned and it never was.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Heidi

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love being close to the river and down town. Easy access to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The perfect pet friendly hotel
This place was amazing. The beds were very comfortable and the beach on the grounds was beautiful. We will be back to stay again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect
We had an amazing time here. The staff was wonderful, the view was amazing, and the location was perfect! I can't say enough about how amazing our trip was. We will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best River view and DOG FRIENDLY!!
Husband and I was there for our 10th wedding anniversary. We had our 80lb puppy/dog but our baby. The water area was clean and plenty of places to grill and it was never over crowed on river. They have a nice green grassy area for the dogs to play or potty.. pet station is provided with bags and trash can. This is were we will stay from now on.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024