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    Waterfront Motel

    48 reviews
    #18 of 43 B&Bs / Inns in Blenheim
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    9 Grove Road, Blenheim 7201, New Zealand
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    4.0
    48 reviews
    • Excellent35%
    • Very good41%
    • Average8%
    • Poor12%
    • Terrible4%
    1 week ago
    “Comfortable stay”
    3 weeks ago
    “Highly recommended ”
    Free Wifi
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    Non-Smoking Rooms
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    3 Star Hotel
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    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Comfortable stay

    This older style motel is located on near the iSite and train station and just a short walk to the shops and restaurants in the centre of town. Although the room decor was dated, it was very spacious, had a well equipped kitchenette and a...More

    Thank SuzieLee71
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Highly recommended

    We stayed here when we arrived in Blenheim. Room was immaculate. Lovely spa bath. Comfy bed. Nice and roomy with great views, even though it’s right in the middle of town. So quiet and relaxing. We were so impressed we’ve booked another night on our...More

    Thank j0hnandfee
    Response from lisa h, Manager at Waterfront MotelResponded 3 weeks ago

    Thank you!! Shes a lovely big pup :) look forward to seeing all 3 of you again next week

    Reviewed 11 February 2018 via mobile
    Great stay, friendly staff

    Rooms here are huge! The view was great and we ended up with interconnecting rooms for our party, very good touch. Would highly recommend central to town and all restaurants. Rooms cool with big windows

    Thank daisydoo221
    Reviewed 4 February 2018
    Very comfortable stay

    Firstly I must say that I was skeptical about this place from some of the reviews on TA. I was happy to see that this place was neat and tidy and had a huge room, with kitchen and nice view over the river and up...More

    Thank Dane B
    Response from lisa h, Manager at Waterfront MotelResponded 5 February 2018

    Thanks for that Dane, we're glad you had a good stay with us and that the kids enjoyed feeding the ducks. All the best for the new year.

    Reviewed 30 November 2017 via mobile
    Photos deceptive

    We booked this motel due to the riverfront views and proximity to town. The photos online are very deceptive and misleading. No view of exterior and when you arrive its clear why. River view is ok but not like photos and balcony was small with...More

    Thank Victoria Q
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    "Up stairs have a balcony, downstairs have bifold windows either to enjoy the views and fresh air."
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