A stay at Waterfront Motels places you in the heart of Blenheim, steps from Marlborough Convention Centre and 5 minutes by foot from ASB Theatre Marlborough. .This motel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Millennium Art Gallery and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Seymour Square.
Marlborough Convention Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Millennium Art Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Seymour Square - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Pollard Park - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
Getting around
Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 8 min drive
Restaurants
Herb + Olive Cafe - 5 min walk
McDonald's - 8 min walk
Domino's Pizza - 7 min walk
Coupland's Bakeries - 3 min walk
Quench Restaurant at Chateau Marlborough - 9 min walk
About this property
Waterfront Motels
Waterfront Motels offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators and microwaves.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.
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 coffee/tea makers and portable fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
This motel was built in 2008.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at WATERFRONT BAR & GRILL serving guests of Waterfront Motels. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are available daily for a fee.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning.
WATERFRONT BAR & GRILL - This bistro specializes in local cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Limited onsite self 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 crib
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 elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
1 building
2 floors
Built in 2008
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free crib
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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 10 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 12 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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, 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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.
Property is also known as
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Waterfront Motels Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 252 reviews
10 - Excellent
134
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 252 reviews
8 - Good
87
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 252 reviews
6 - Okay
28
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 252 reviews
4 - Poor
3
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 252 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Edward
Jan 24, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay
Edward
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
Alan
Jan 23, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and tidy. Plenty of space.
Alan
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
Wendy
Traveled with partner
Jan 22, 2026
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.
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.
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.