Riverside Hotel Marlborough

4.0 star property
Hotel in Blenheim with a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool

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Terrace/patio
Family Spa Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, desk, soundproofing
Bar (on property)
Reception
Executive - Queen | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, desk, soundproofing

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
20 Nelson St, Blenheim, 7301
  • ASB Theatre Marlborough
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Marlborough Convention Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Seymour Square
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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Room options

Family Spa Room

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive - Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Queen

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior King Spa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Loft

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Blenheim

Located in Mayfield, Riverside Hotel Marlborough is within a 5-minute walk of sights such as ASB Theatre Marlborough and Marlborough Convention Centre. This 4-star hotel has 30 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • ASB Theatre Marlborough - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pollard Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Marlborough Convention Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Seymour Square - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Omaka Classic Cars - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Domino's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Blenheim Railway Cafe & Ice Creamery - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Riverside Hotel Marlborough

Hotel in Blenheim with a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool
At Riverside Hotel Marlborough, guests enjoy a children's pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free train station shuttle. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this golf hotel include meeting rooms, conference space, and a business center.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 27-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and phones.
A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee: NZD 26.50 for adults and NZD 15.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1988
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 30.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 26.50 for adults and NZD 15.50 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-9:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 20
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals, you can take advantage of the free train station pick-up service. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool is open from November to March.
  • There are no elevators.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Quality Hotel Marlborough
Quality Hotel Marlborough Blenheim
Quality Marlborough
Quality Marlborough Blenheim
Quality Hotel Marlborough Blenheim, New Zealand
Copthorne Hotel Blenheim
Quality Hotel Marlborough
Riverside Marlborough Blenheim

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Riverside Hotel Marlborough?

This hotel is situated in Mayfield, just steps from ASB Theatre Marlborough, and within a 10-minute walk of Seymour Square and Pollard Park. You'll also find Millennium Art Gallery and Marlborough Art Society less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Riverside Hotel Marlborough?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Riverside Hotel Marlborough feature a casino on the premises?

No, Riverside Hotel Marlborough doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Riverside Hotel Marlborough?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from November until March.

Is Riverside Hotel Marlborough a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like Egyptian cotton sheets and a turndown service as well as a bar.

Does Riverside Hotel Marlborough have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Riverside Hotel Marlborough have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Riverside Hotel Marlborough serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Riverside Hotel Marlborough allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Riverside Hotel Marlborough though service animals are welcome.

Does Riverside Hotel Marlborough have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Riverside Hotel Marlborough?

The closest major airport to Riverside Hotel Marlborough is Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne), which is 4.7 mi away (8 minutes by car). Another top airport is Picton (PCN), which is located 12.7 mi away (16-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Riverside Hotel Marlborough?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Riverside Hotel Marlborough.

Riverside Hotel Marlborough Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 180 out of 371 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 371 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 371 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 371 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 371 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

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

10/10 Excellent

John, Nelson

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good stay and would look to use again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

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

4/10 Poor

SIMON

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

There are better alternatives in town

A hotel on the outside of the CBD with no direct pedestrian access other than a footpath down a grass embankment on the other side of a busy state highway. The room itself was not bad but there was a very odd overpowering odour which could suggest issues with plumbing. I don’t think I’ll book again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly…nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Heikki

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

8/10 Good

salma, san diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Manager was a very nice and helpful lady!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great place to stay

Large room with plenty of space. Great staff, very friendly and helpful. Wonderful restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and easy to get to by walking from bus station. Even though it’s off a busy road, the room was quiet. Didn’t get to try out the pool since it was rainy and a bit chilly, but appreciated that it was there. It seemed a little dated in the bathroom, but still clean and usable. Staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful flowers
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fairly small room but very comfortable. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Paper thin

The loft room was dated and had rust in thr bathroom. The person showering in the next room at 11pm had music playing and i could hear everything as the walls are paper thin. This woke the whole family up and carried on until after midnight.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

martha, Takoma Park

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet lovely hotel that is right across street from the river, the river walk, and a bridge into town. Comfortable room and bed, lovely shower and heater in bathroom. Perfect for a couple days stay to go to wineries.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly checkin. Room was nice, pool was welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danyelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love south islanders, they're super friendly and accomodating. The staff at Riverside were no exception. Price was on par with other motels in the area, but this was bigger, more private, has a pool and an awesome Japanese restaurant Sasa on site.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rene

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

Quality stay

Nice hotel friendly staff Little bit dated but a nice place to stay Very good restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Great spot

Very good sleep, no noise or light. Restaurant meal excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation and excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sean

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at Riversidd Hotel a number of times and always found the staff helpful and the property clean. This time we were a little disappointed with the meals in the Sasa restaurant
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great meal
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in May 2024