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8.8/10Excellent260 Reviews
Cleanliness9.0/10 9.0
Service9.0/10 9.0
Comfort8.8/10 8.8
Condition8.6/10 8.6
Neighborhood9.6/10 9.6
Amenities8.6/10 8.6
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About Waterfront Motels
Located in the heart of Blenheim, Waterfront Motels offers comfortable air-conditioned rooms with kitchenettes featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and daily housekeeping. Start your day with a continental breakfast (fee applies) at the WATERFRONT BAR & GRILL and unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Laundry facilities and luggage storage are available. The motel is a short walk from the Marlborough Convention Centre, ASB Theatre, and Millennium Art Gallery. Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) Airport is conveniently located 5 miles away.
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A stay at Waterfront Motels places you in the heart of Blenheim, steps from The Wine Station and Marlborough Convention Centre. This motel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from ASB Theatre Marlborough and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Millennium Art Gallery.
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and microwaves. Flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as coffee/tea makers and portable fans.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
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Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Accessible facilities
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
2:00 PM
Check-in until
9:30 PM
Check-out until
10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
No rollaway/extra beds available
No elevators
Professional property host/manager
Pets not allowed
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Cleaning and safety
Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available
Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO
Important information
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You need to know
- Children 10 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
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Special Instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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Instructions
- 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, 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
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Minimal age
18
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Spoken Language
English
Nearby attractions
Marlborough Convention Centre
0.3 km / 0.2 mi
The Wine Station
0.4 km / 0.2 mi
ASB Theatre Marlborough
0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Millennium Art Gallery
0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Seymour Square
0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Pollard Park
1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Marlborough Art Society
1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Lawson's Dry Hills
2.8 km / 1.8 mi
Marlborough Museum
3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
4.9 km / 3 mi
Wither Hills Winery
5 km / 3.1 mi
Wairau River
5.1 km / 3.2 mi
Omaka Classic Cars
5.3 km / 3.3 mi
Montana Brancott
6.3 km / 3.9 mi
Villa Maria Estate
8.9 km / 5.5 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Total number of rooms: 12
- motel
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Car park
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Wi-fi
- Room service
- Laundry service
- Luggage room
- Bar
- Restaurant
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- Breakfast
- Non-smoking establishment
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Billiards
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STUDIO AccessibleSTUDIO • AccessibleSTU.H6
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STUDIO TWO BEDSSTUDIO • TWO BEDSSTU.2B
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STUDIO SUPERIORSTUDIO • SUPERIORSTU.SU
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STUDIO EXECUTIVESTUDIO • EXECUTIVESTU.EJ
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STUDIO SUPERIOR KING BEDSTUDIO • SUPERIOR KING BEDSTU.KG-SU
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STUDIO EXECUTIVE KING BEDSTUDIO • EXECUTIVE KING BEDSTU.EJ-KG
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STUDIO STANDARDSTUDIO • STANDARDSTU.ST
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Waterfront Motels
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Rhonda
This is a great place to stay off the main road, with a lovely view over the river.
Comfy beds too.
Comfy beds too.
Fran
Loved the room, the view, and the peace and quiet. Close to town.
Lauren
Great location for a short stop in Blenheim. Stayed here 3 times now. Definitely our go to.
Naomi
Big room, clean, close to town, lovely outlook.
Penny
Lovely large room with lovely view. Great value, everything needed in the room
James
A very spacious room (Room 9) with a balcony and enormous bathroom. The bed was very comfortable…. Location excellent… a kettle and toaster meant could enjoy a light breakfast in the room. No issues with the internet… overall very good..
David
Well equipped kitchen, great location
William
Clean, quiet room beside a river
Linda
Love the spaciousness. Well appointed and great views.
Annette
Great room and amenities. Lovely view and great service. Will definitely come again
Raymond
Modern looking motel very large clean room with all facilities you need. Good location close to town centre
Robyn
Lovely room, staff so helpful and balcony overlooking Taylor River was an added bonus.
Also free washing machine and powder provided.
Also free washing machine and powder provided.
Karen
Great location, spacious room, hassle free checkin, helpful staff, good value
Michael
Yes
Kevin
Spacious room, great washroom, beautiful view of the river.
John
Good location and view, helpful staff.
Tsui-Wen
Lovely receptionist and kindly let us charge our car alittle as we had been rafting on the Clarence and the car lost a lot of charge over that time.
Clean rooms but an unusual odour of the bedding noticed only on going to sleep.
Great location as close to city centre and all the cafes for breakfast. Again, lovely reception allowing us to leave the car on the premises while we went for breakfast. Definitely return again as the view of Taylor river is scenic makes the place stand out from other motels
Clean rooms but an unusual odour of the bedding noticed only on going to sleep.
Great location as close to city centre and all the cafes for breakfast. Again, lovely reception allowing us to leave the car on the premises while we went for breakfast. Definitely return again as the view of Taylor river is scenic makes the place stand out from other motels
Rachel
Very spacious
Edward
Great place to stay
Alan
Clean and tidy. Plenty of space.
Wendy
Has one of the best views in Blenheim, nice staff and is in a handy location. Wasted potential because it needs a bit more attention to detail by clearing staff and some much needed up dates.
Philip
Clean room
Mark
Huge room with heaps of amenities, including kitchenette with fridge and microwave, etc. Lovely views from the room balcony. Nice location near the train station and CBD. All in all a comfortable, convenient stay and great value for money too. This would be a fine place to settle in while touring the Marlborough Wine Trail. Regards.
Lena
Room was clean n spactious, staff welcoming n very friendly
Barbara
Great view. Clean room.
Brent
Space
Alistair
friendly service great room
John
Great room fantastic staff be happy to book again
Glenn
Really clean and tidy, very comfy bed, great size TV. View of river from room gorgeous. Really close by to shops, bar, restaurants. Marlborough Events Centre has the Food and Wine Experience which is just around the corner to taste some of Marlborough's best wines and food. Would highly recommend staying here.
Daniel
Functional, clean, roomy, no frills. Easy walk into town for dinner. Fully appointed kitchenette. Delivered exactly what we had hoped.
Debbie
Very central to town, staff were very friendly & attentive.
Prabhash
Yes, the window view is very good and facing the water views.
Sandra
Clean room, near town centre
Tina
Awesome staff,nuce and clean
Peter
Friendly staff, easy to find. Clean and safe.
Steve
very good
Jade
Nice n quiet gr8 service
Gary
good look location,clean,good size room
julie
Had the best time at this property and would highly recommend this for a visit
Selena
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.
Lynley
Great view of the Taylor river and walkway
Wendy
Friendly staff. Tidy and clean room.
Gilbert
Clean and big rooms. Hassle free check in and check out. Friendly and accommodating staffs.
Mary
Very friendly staff and great room with balcony and view of water.
Brian and Linda
Spacious unit, just a little dated - bathroom spacious but tired.
Diane
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.
Billy
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
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
Neville
All great
Jean
Would use again
Good position lots of room
K
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.
Cheryl
Nice view of the creek and walking area.
Mark
Staff were really friendly and helpful, lovely view over the river.
GEOFF
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.
Staff were a bit slake replenishing consumables but the room was very comfortable.
Christian
Spacious rooms and clean. Lovely town.
Arna
Lovely staff member and amazing room.
Elisabeth
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.
Euniece
Very nice and accommodating staff! Will be back again ❤️
Verified traveler
Great location with fantastic view of the river. Large and very spacious room and bathroom.
Will definitely be back.
Will definitely be back.
John
Huge room. Needs a bit of maintenance. Noisy refrigeration unit outside the room. Bed not that comfortable either. Staff very accommodating.
Craig
Great setting with a lovely view of the river running past the balcony
Samantha
The room was good but the bathroom was not very clean. Hair's in the shower. The room had a great view out the front but there was a pub at the back with very load patrons so not much sleep.
dorothy
Traveling solo,i felt very comfortable, everyone very friendly will certainly stay again,and highly recommend. Beautiful views as well.
Anthony
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Michael
Waterfront location. Laundry room was very messy.
Brent
Off the radar
First time to stay at this motel, was great location
Anaru
Helpful staff, tidy, clean, and comfortable, nice place to stay, enjoyed the big spa bath it was awesome.
Manuel
Clean and friendly staff. Good location
Verified traveler
Lovely view on the river and the ducks!
Trish
Friendly staff and clean room containing everything we needed. Easy walking distance to town.
Maureen
The staff were very welcoming the checkin was hassle free the beds were comfortable and the shower was lovely. The views were pretty. We would stay again!
Romchalee
Room very big, clean, bathroom big and great spa loves it.
Great view of river and close to town center. Staff and service great too.
Great view of river and close to town center. Staff and service great too.
David
Great place to stop over.
Just one night stopover but a great stay. Quite, friendly staff, large room with nice view.
Cristina
This was a great stay. Quiet with a Lovely view over the river.
Room was very spacious with super spa bath. Mattress was perfect, neither to soft nor too hard. Bedding was lovely.
Housekeeping staff were great.
Room was very spacious with super spa bath. Mattress was perfect, neither to soft nor too hard. Bedding was lovely.
Housekeeping staff were great.
Paul
Modern, spacious, comfortable room. Comfy bed. Good facilities. Good view. Friendly staff.
Sheryl
Peaceful view of river and path.
Deirdre
Spacious room, friendly & helpful staff.
Dave
Just what we needed.
We had a small issue that was quickly rectified by the team and would recommend staying here. The location is perfect, with people fly fishing on the narrow river at the back of the property. There is a fish/seafood grocery store in walking distance, and a bar that is part of the complex. A short drive away are all of the shopping you might need to take care of your requirements.
Gerald
Nice view of the nearby stream and walking path. Located in a light industrial area but walkable (1-2km) to shopping and several nice restaurants and a nice park.
Jason
Great service highly recommend
Trudi
I liked the view from the deck out over the park and river - the area is very quiet, particularly in the evening.
It was great to have all Sky TV channels available and a television that works, unlike a lot of places I've stayed in.
I found the motel difficult to find - the street it's in has been realigned over the years and the maps don't show it properly.
Little things in the room took the shine off the quality and the value for money - one window doesn't close properly, the bathroom sink tap is loose, there's a unpainted plywood board attached to the base of the spa bath, paint is flaking off in the bathroom, and the tv is tilting over to the right.
The air conditioning seems to struggle to cool the room down and the remote display didn't appear to be working.
All minor things that could be sorted easily though.
It was great to have all Sky TV channels available and a television that works, unlike a lot of places I've stayed in.
I found the motel difficult to find - the street it's in has been realigned over the years and the maps don't show it properly.
Little things in the room took the shine off the quality and the value for money - one window doesn't close properly, the bathroom sink tap is loose, there's a unpainted plywood board attached to the base of the spa bath, paint is flaking off in the bathroom, and the tv is tilting over to the right.
The air conditioning seems to struggle to cool the room down and the remote display didn't appear to be working.
All minor things that could be sorted easily though.
Martin
Excellent Stay At The Waterfront Motel.
Motel staff were excellent, very friendly, and helpful, we had a medical emergency, which hospitalised my mother in law, the owners were very empathetic, and made arrangements for us to stay longer than planned, I cannot praise or thank them enough, I would certainly return, and stay again, Motel is very convenient for town centre, and all major supermarkets, there is a friendly bar next door, that serve a very good pint.
Marie
Spacious clean room with comfortable bed, right on river within walking distance to downtown.
Rebecca
Has a fantastic pub next door, excellent pub food, reasonably priced. Such spacious rooms, very comfortable beds and very warm as we were there when the temperature dropped. Staff so friendly and helpful
Kevin
tiny limited cooking
DILIPKUMAR
The waterfront motel is in good location and clean and central location for the city.we like the quietness and it had enough utensils for one to cook like breakfast etc.
The spring water for river behind our room was a great.
The spring water for river behind our room was a great.
Craig
Great value for money
Jenny
This was very tidy, clean & spacious. Conveniently located across the road from the rail station. Great hosts.
Phillip
Nice and close to the town. Clean and tidy
Johanne
This was a surprisingly great overnight stay -lovely big room & bathroom but the biggest surprise was the wonderful river views when I pulled back to curtains in the morning -very helpful staff -
Natalie
Friendly and helpful staff. Good motel to stay in for a couple of nights. Easy to walk t town centre, and restaurant.
Heather
Location. Spacious room and bathroom. Eco products. Friendly, helpful staff. Number of plugs for charging electronics. Free wifi.
Allister
Excellent room and friendly staff
Pity there isn’t any options for a meal after 8.00 pm within walking distance
Pity there isn’t any options for a meal after 8.00 pm within walking distance
Hiroki
The view from the property is quite beautiful.
The room is clean and comfortable.
The room is clean and comfortable.
Juliet
Lovely view over the river from the balcony. Huge room and bathroom. Settee to watch TV. Very clean. Good kitchenette.
Kerry
Great location and nice view of the hills and river
Laurence
Good
Jenna
Great Staff,
Lisa went out of her way to accomadate us , took us to bus pickup in the wet.
Nothing was a problem
10 out of 10
Will definately be back when in Blenheim again
Thanks heaps.
John & Sanda
Lisa went out of her way to accomadate us , took us to bus pickup in the wet.
Nothing was a problem
10 out of 10
Will definately be back when in Blenheim again
Thanks heaps.
John & Sanda
Sarah
We loved our stay here with its clean and tidy large rooms. The staff were very helpful in allowing us to do all our washing and use the dryer while we were there too making our trip a lot more enjoyable, thanks so much!
Paula
great room size. lovely outlook onto river.
good location
good location
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Waterfront Motels
9 Grove Road, Blenheim, New Zealand
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