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Waterfront Motels

3.0 star property
Riverwalk motel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Bar (on property)
Executive Studio
Sports bar
Executive Studio | Balcony
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
The current price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec

Explore the area

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9 Grove Road, Blenheim, Marlborough, 7201
  • Place, ASB Theatre Marlborough
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Marlborough Convention Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pollard Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Studio

Standard Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Studio, Accessible

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Studio with Spa Bath | View from room

Superior Studio with Spa Bath

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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View from room

Executive Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Blenheim

Waterfront Motels places you in the centre of Blenheim, steps from Marlborough Convention Centre and within a short 5-minute stroll of ASB Theatre Marlborough. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .The bistro, WATERFRONT BAR & GRILL, serves local cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. The motel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Mayfield motel include Millennium Art Gallery and Seymour Square.
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What's nearby

  • ASB Theatre Marlborough - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Marlborough Convention Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Millennium Art Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Seymour Square - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pollard Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tea Shack - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Herb + Olive Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fidelio Cafe and Wine Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Waterfront Motels

Riverwalk motel with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Waterfront Motels also features laundry facilities, a front desk safe, and an ATM. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • 1 building
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2008
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Pool or billiards table
  • ATM
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Waterfront Motels offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Accommodation at this 3-star motel has kitchens with fridges and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • WATERFRONT BAR & GRILL

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the riverwalk

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2008

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 12 per person

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 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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit 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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children aged 10 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Waterfront Motels Motel Blenheim
Waterfront Motels Motel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Waterfront Motels?

Waterfront Motels offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Motels?

As of 18 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Motels on 23 Dec 2025 start from AU$124.15, 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.

Is parking available at Waterfront Motels?

Yep, Waterfront Motels has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Is Waterfront Motels family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Waterfront Motels is a hit with families.

Does Waterfront Motels serve breakfast?

Yep, continental breakfast is available daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waterfront Motels?

No, Waterfront Motels does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Waterfront Motels?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Waterfront Motels?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Waterfront Motels?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Waterfront Motels Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 225 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 225 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 225 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 225 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 225 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy to find. Clean and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice n quiet gr8 service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
good look location,clean,good size room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had the best time at this property and would highly recommend this for a visit
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My partner and I stayed here for one night when we were in Blenheim for a wedding. We found the checking in and out process very easy. Room was very clean and had everything we needed. Bed was really comfortable, area was quiet so we managed to get a good sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lynley

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the Taylor river and walkway
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Tidy and clean room.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and big rooms. Hassle free check in and check out. Friendly and accommodating staffs.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Murray

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and great room with balcony and view of water.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brian and Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Spacious unit, just a little dated - bathroom spacious but tired.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was very nice and helpful! The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. It could use a little updating but a great place to spend the night. Walking distance to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Billy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bed was very soft - too soft for my liking Would have been good to have a drop box for keys when leaving early Warned that pub next door can get very rowdy but was quiet on Monday night so all good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

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

Would use again

Good position lots of room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

K

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

Great location good value.

Spacious room, recently refurbished and very comfortable. Enjoyed the views of the river and park from the motel. Central location means anything in town is walkable. Good value.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice view of the creek and walking area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were really friendly and helpful, lovely view over the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

GEOFF

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property it well sited alongside the Taylor river & within walking distance to town. Staff were a bit slake replenishing consumables but the room was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious rooms and clean. Lovely town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff member and amazing room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We did not get the room we booked but it was adequate for the two nights. The front desk ladies were friendly and helpful. It is a convenient location to downtown Blenheim.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025