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Riverbend Motel & Cabins

2.0 star property
Motel perfectly located for exploring Helen

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Lobby sitting area
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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134 River Street, Helen, GA, 30545
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Helen Festhalle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Premier Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 506 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(70 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cabin

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

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Family Cabin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cottage

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

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About the neighborhood

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 - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Charlemagne's Kingdom - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Helen Festhalle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Hofbrauhaus Restaurant & Pub - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pig Southern BBQ - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Troll Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Helen Festhalle - ‬7 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. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Mini golf

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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: 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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
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 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 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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Frequently asked questions

How close is Riverbend Motel & Cabins to the airport?

Riverbend Motel & Cabins is 97.7 mi (113-min drive) away from the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverbend Motel & Cabins on Sep 8, 2025 start from $93.22, 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.

Does Riverbend Motel & Cabins have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Riverbend Motel & Cabins.

Does Riverbend Motel & Cabins offer free breakfast?

Riverbend Motel & Cabins offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a casino at Riverbend Motel & Cabins?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

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

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

Is there free parking at Riverbend Motel & Cabins?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Riverbend Motel & Cabins have a pool?

Riverbend Motel & Cabins does not have a pool.

Does Riverbend Motel & Cabins have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Riverbend Motel & Cabins to downtown Helen?

Riverbend Motel & Cabins is 0.1 mi away from Helen.

Riverbend Motel & Cabins Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 502 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1001 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, safe and quiet. Dog friendly with a dog park right next to the river. On the pricey side for bringing your dog as they charge per day and not a one time charge. Everything in Helen is easy walking distance for shopping and dinning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene, Woodstock

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
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

Kathleen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Lionel

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a cabin on the river and it was wonderful and very quiet. This property id very pet friendly, we brought our 2 dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lee Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness
Best part of property is location to main drag,
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Faithe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

So so stay

This hotel definitely had its pros and cons. To start with the pros, the location. The location was perfect, right on the river and walkable to everything. The lady at the front desk in the evening was great! She helped with all our needs and even came to our room to help with the tv. The cons of this hotel was the beds (super uncomfortable), the tv did not work for the 3 nights we were there (it buffered all day), and I was charged $75 more than the price I originally agreed too, when I asked about the charge they could not explain anything to me. Next time in town we will try another option.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
really nice. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

James

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

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Average hotel room

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Jaimie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

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

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with partner
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

Amber

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On the river
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

MELISSA

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

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Crystal

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles S

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

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Darren

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025