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Riverbend Motel & Cabins

2.0 star property
City-center motel within easy reach of Unicoi State Park

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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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

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
The current price is CNY643
CNY779 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25

Room options

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

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(76 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Premier Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • River view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Family Cabin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Cottage

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
134 River Street, Helen, GA, 30545

What's nearby

  • Unicoi Hill Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Helen Festhalle - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Unicoi State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Hofbrauhaus Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Campfire Gather Round - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Two Tire Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Helen Festhalle - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Riverbend Motel & Cabins

Riverbend Motel & Cabins offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Unicoi State 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.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 33 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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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Reviews

Riverbend Motel & Cabins Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Parking was easy and convenient with ample spaces and a short walk to the main strip. (9 reviews)
  • The property features a beautiful beach area with picnic tables, swings, and direct access to the river. (5 reviews)
  • Breakfast options were convenient, plentiful, and included grab-and-go choices such as waffles, oatmeal, and yogurt. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms friendly staff free parking
Herbert, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was walking distance to everything.the creek at in the back with people fishing for trout.very nice
Michele, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This one of all time favorite properties to stay at when in Helen Ga. The staff is wonderful, the rooms are always spotless, the location is walking distance to down town, plus the river is right there….ahhhhhh our happy place.
Travis, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff. Clean room.
Ryan, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms, great location, great staff
John, 1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

The room was OK; however, the walk-in showers must have been recently redone, and water runs from the shower into the bathroom. If you will be coming with children, I would be careful with the shower because the temperature is not regulated. My biggest complaint is that I was there for four days and there was no housekeeping during that time. I had two washcloths and two hand towels, which is not enough for four days. Plus, the trash cans were filled to the max. I don’t expect housekeeping every day, but I do expect it every other day or at least the trash cans to be emptied and new towels to be given. I will say that the location is extremely nice because it’s in the middle of everything.
Joey, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Location Location Location, clean, quiet and perfect LOCATION to enjoy Helen
Robert, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very helpful in answering our questions about the area, and room was very clean with a lovely clean aroma! We had a wonderful visit and would definitely stay here again.
Derek, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was perfect, clean and great space! The staff was very nice and friendly, the view close to the river was amazing!!!!
Omar, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff clean comfortable room.
jack, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and courteous staff! Helped suggesting restaurants and spots around hotel!
susana, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice motel with the river view . Super Staff Decent breakfast to go .Thank you!
Ivys, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great service
Samantha, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Staff and location were excellent! The interior could use some updating but we still enjoyed our stay very much. Great value 😎
Ludwig, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This is a prime spot for visiting Helen. It’s only a few yards from the city center. The beach area with the swings and tables by the river was incredibly relaxing. I spent most of one day just relaxing there. The rooms were newly redone with nice memory foam mattress and a nice new roomy shower (no tub 👍) and the shower head was actually high enough for taller folks to not have to slump to wash their hair. The tv was a little confusing, but I wasn’t there to watch tv. My only real complaint was that I stumbled several times and fell once over in expected drops and odd half stairs…even the ramp was pretty steep. If you have mobility issues, I’d make sure to get a first level room and watch your step. Several different staff members went out of their way to help me with odd circumstances that came up. This place was an incredible value considering the other similarly priced hotels were not on the river, as close to the center or nearly as nicely appointed and maintained as the River Bend. I can’t wait to stay in the cabins soon. I doubt I’ll stay anywhere else when l go to Helen.
Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Rooms updated and very nice.
Debbie, 3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Nice River View and close to all activities
James, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great location! Room updated with new furniture and flooring but the shower needs updated along with the bathroom floor. The location made it worth it though.
Stephanie, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay excellent staff
James, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The room needs to be updated and deep cleaned. Apart from that, we had a blast. Breakfast was “Good@ could be better. Staff was very nice, I specially Mr Osvaldo.
DIANDRA, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good location.
Leia, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Was nice place to stay in convenient location
Scott, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, surrounded by the river, very close from Main street.
Carlos Augusto, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great view of the river and we could walk anywhere we wanted to go didn’t start the car until we checked out.
Clyde, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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