Water Tower Playground
Water Tower Playground, Balclutha, Clutha District, New Zealand- Park
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About this hotel
Luxurious Accommodations
Indulge in comfort and style at Helensborough Motor Inn. Our units are equipped with modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, and plush bedding to ensure a relaxing stay.
Tranquil Garden Setting
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and unwind in our peaceful garden. Take a leisurely stroll or simply sit back and enjoy the serene surroundings, perfect for rejuvenating your mind and body.
Convenient Location
Located in Balclutha, with easy access to the Dunedin Airport, Helensborough Motor Inn offers the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience for your stay in the area.
Experience luxury and relaxation at Helensborough Motor Inn. Book now for a memorable stay.
Nearby Attractions
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Important Information
A deposit may be required at the property.
Stay Details
Check-in from
02:00 PM
Check-out by
10:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Amenities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Luggage storage
Golf course
Non-smoking throughout
Daily housekeeping
Designated smoking area
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Invoice provided
Smoke alarms
Food delivered to guest room
CCTV outside property
CCTV in common areas
Process in place to check health of guests
Room Types
Standard Studio
Up to 3 guests0Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
The unit has 2 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
3 adults · 2 children
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Standard Studio
Up to 2 guests0Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
The unit offers 2 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Family Room
Up to 5 guests0Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), 2 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
The unit offers 3 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 5 guests
5 adults · 4 children
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), 2 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Apartment
Up to 5 guests50 sqmTwin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
This apartment features 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. In the kitchen, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The apartment has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a sofa. The unit has 3 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 5 guests
5 adults · 4 children
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
50 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerTVHair dryerKitchenetteRefrigeratorSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsKitchenAdditional toiletSofaElectric kettleWardrobe or closet
Queen Room
Up to 3 guests39 sqmTwin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Meals can be prepared in the kitchenette, which features a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and an electric kettle. The spacious double room features a seating area, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 2 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
3 adults · 2 children
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
39 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerTVHair dryerKitchenetteRefrigeratorSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsAdditional toiletSofaElectric kettleWardrobe or closetElectric blankets
Double or Twin Room
Up to 3 guests25 sqmTwin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Providing free toiletries, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The well-fitted kitchenette has a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The twin/double room features carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a sofa. The unit offers 2 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
3 adults · 2 children
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
25 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerTVHair dryerKitchenetteRefrigeratorSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsAdditional toiletSofaElectric kettleWardrobe or closetElectric blankets
Economy Twin Room
Up to 3 guests0Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
The unit offers 2 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
3 adults · 2 children
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Studio
Up to 2 guests25 sqmQueen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Providing free toiletries, this studio includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests can make meals in the fully equipped kitchenette that has a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The studio features carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a sofa. The unit offers 1 bed.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
25 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerTVHair dryerKitchenetteRefrigeratorSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsAdditional toiletSofaElectric kettleWardrobe or closetElectric blankets
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Guest reviews(379 total)
Provider-sourced guest reviews.
10/10
Reviewed Sep 6, 2026Friendly welcoming staff, large rooms that were VERY clean. We were travelling around the South Island for 3 weeks as a group of 4 couples and this was one of the best value for money motels we stayed in. We had a problem with 1 of our cars and the staff let us keep 1 room avaliable for a bit longer until the issue was fixed. They were all SO friendly and helpful.
9/10
Reviewed Sep 2, 2026Great staff , clean , comfy beds
No Heater in the bathroom .
8/10
Reviewed Aug 23, 2026Clean and comfortable. They had turned the heater on so nice and warm when we arrived
10/10
Reviewed Jul 1, 2026Ótimo lugar pra pernoitar
Tudo certo
8/10
Reviewed Jun 28, 2026Quiet location. Comfy bed and great value for money.
10/10
Reviewed Jun 25, 2026The place was large and very very clean. Very comfy. We'll stocked with compliments e.g coffee tea shampoos soaps etc. Lovely people. Quiet location. Really enjoyed our stay.
10/10
Reviewed Jun 24, 2026Lovely spacious clean. Love the location and the amenities surrounding this lodge. Very nice and handy. Good price. Great friendly staff. A+++
Not much to faulter if anything. Probably that checkout time sux.. 10am. Wish I could stay half a day longer lol
10/10
Reviewed Jun 9, 2026Bed and pillows were very comfortable
10/10
Reviewed Jun 1, 2026Motel and surrounding buildings very clean and well maintained. OWNER SO WELCOMING, FRIENDLY AND HELPFUL. Unit was away from traffic noises. Bed extra comfortable
There was nothing we didn't like.
3/10
Reviewed May 26, 2026Sticky flooring in Kitchen area (not very clean or wrong cleaning materials. Ditto door for furniture
7/10
Reviewed May 25, 2026Nice quiet area.Good basic motel and good value for money.
10/10
Reviewed May 17, 2026The motel was warm very very clean and I'm a cleaner very impressed. Had everything we needed
No too bad but trucks on the road
10/10
Reviewed May 12, 2026Clean simple perfect lay out
9/10
Reviewed May 6, 2026everything except the bed the matress was a bit uncomfortable
5/10
Reviewed May 4, 2026It’s location.
New owners. No ironing board in room, but there was an ironing board cover! The curtains are too thin and the light from outside was so bright. Sleeping was difficult.
10/10
Reviewed Apr 19, 2026Clean, modern, comfortable bed. Spacious. Warm and private.
Everything was great
9/10
Reviewed Apr 14, 2026Facilities provided everything we required. It was all nice and clean
10/10
Reviewed Apr 8, 2026Very tidy & clean room, beds are super comfortable, room was toastie warm over night, location excellent
That there was no extractor fan in the bathroom
8/10
Reviewed Apr 5, 2026Space. Clean, location
Bathroom, couch
10/10
Reviewed Mar 30, 2026Very helpful and kind people. The room was very roomy and comfortable All amenities excellent
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Mar 24, 2026Nice place
6/10
Reviewed Mar 18, 2026Convenient and had the basic options we wanted
Highway noise from trucks all night. Choose a rear room! Typical 1970’s nz motel, not updated since.
9/10
Reviewed Mar 16, 2026Clean, comfy beds
9/10
Reviewed Mar 16, 2026Central. Clean and comfortable. Great shower. Comfortable beds.
Had everything we required.
10/10
Reviewed Mar 9, 2026Lovely staff, very clean in a great location
9/10
Reviewed Mar 8, 2026Enjoyed my stay, little dated but clean and comfortable and owners are friendly.
8/10
Reviewed Mar 3, 2026Comfortable and warm beds after a long day !
8/10
Reviewed Mar 3, 2026No Heater in bathroom and some shelves would have been good.
8/10
Reviewed Feb 28, 2026Alles wat je nodig heb en het was gewoon goed schoon. Auto kan je netjes voor de deur zetten. Prijs is voor Nieuw Zeelandse begrippen goed betaalbaar
De inrichting is gewoon niet meer van deze tijd, en het kan wel iets opgefleurt worden of wat gemoderniseerd, maar dat was geen minpunt
8/10
Reviewed Feb 22, 2026Friendly staff, great location. The room was very clean
10/10
Reviewed Jan 28, 2026Lovely and clean. Very comfortable with lots of space . Good facilities.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 26, 2026Very helpful and welcoming. Ideal base for local area. Good value. Well equipped kitchen.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 24, 2026Very spacious family room and great size kitchen and facilities
9/10
Reviewed Jan 20, 2026Exceptional host , very clean and comfortable units, well equipped with everything you would need
NA
8/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026Didn’t have breakfast. Location was perfect.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026Didn't have breakfast, as I stayed overnight.
Nothing, as everything was good
9/10
Reviewed Jan 18, 2026We had a very clean, comfortable and spacious unit. Excellent value for money.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 17, 2026The whole experience
The heating blanket was lumpy at my head and had to strip it back
10/10
Reviewed Jan 17, 2026They provided everything we needed, clean towel, kitchen was well stocked ,very clean and we were cared for.
Everything was good.
8/10
Reviewed Jan 6, 2026I didn’t require breakfast to be provided.
The cupboards for the crockery were too high - I couldn’t reach to get plates down.
10/10
Reviewed Dec 26, 2025Easy access when we arrived and left. Night n Day next door is a bonus.
8/10
Reviewed Dec 20, 2025Clean friendly
Small bathroom
9/10
Reviewed Dec 20, 2025Location
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Dec 18, 2025Great place and they gave us a up grade
10/10
Reviewed Dec 13, 2025Clean and comfortable
Bathroom floor was a little slippery when wet.
10/10
Reviewed Dec 5, 2025Lovely owner
N/a
9/10
Reviewed Dec 4, 2025Lovely clean and spacious. Staff were great and friendly, perfect two night stay. Highly recommend
9/10
Reviewed Dec 4, 2025Very happy with the motel and the staff. Very friendly and informative. Was impressed how clean it was. Wifi was good.
All good.
9/10
Reviewed Nov 28, 2025Very clean, friendly staff.
8/10
Reviewed Nov 23, 2025Next to a convenience store
Not downtown.
8/10
Reviewed Nov 19, 2025We arrived a little earlier but it didnt faze them. Very helpful with directions to local ii site
no complaints
10/10
Reviewed Nov 18, 2025The room appeared to have been updated recently.
Nothing.
8/10
Reviewed Nov 17, 2025The staff were friendly, the unit comfortable, thanks. We loved the coffee - not in a sachet but a pottle!
8/10
Reviewed Nov 3, 2025Confort moderne, spacieux ( 2 ch pour 4p), grand salon avec 2 canapés
Pas de WC séparé de la sdb
10/10
Reviewed Nov 3, 2025Friendly owners
9/10
Reviewed Nov 2, 2025Was clean quiet and very comfy beds nice outdoor area to sit in sunshine
8/10
Reviewed Oct 14, 2025Clean and comfortable. Laundry facilities
10/10
Reviewed Oct 8, 2025It was a one bedroom apartment. The furniture was comfortable and nice
10/10
Reviewed Oct 5, 2025Big comfortable room, friendly staff
10/10
Reviewed Oct 3, 2025I found it very nostalgic as the motel was exactly how I remember motels as a child. The hostess is lovely and very accommodating.
8/10
Reviewed Sep 12, 2025Friendly proprietor
Guest Feedback
Feedback themes are sourced from guest reviews provided by our data provider.
What guests love
- •Convenient location
- •Friendly staff
- •Clean and comfortable rooms
Areas to consider
- •Small bathroom
- •No breakfast options mentioned
Cleanliness
8.69/10Many reviews highlighted the cleanliness of the rooms and facilities, with guests expressing satisfaction.
Service
9.16/10Guests frequently praised the friendly and helpful staff, contributing positively to their overall experience.
Location
8.7/10The location was appreciated for its convenience, though some noted it was not in the downtown area.
Room Quality
8.65/10Rooms received positive feedback for comfort, though some mentioned aspects like bathroom size or condition.
Amenities
8.68/10Basic amenities were mentioned positively, but no specific food and beverage mentions were made.
Value for Money
8.64/10Overall satisfaction with the price point indicated good value for the stay.
Food and Beverage
8.19/10No feedback on food options; however, indicated that breakfast was not taken.
Overall Experience
8.86/10Most guests reported a very good experience overall, with many mentioning they would return.