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About the Hotel

23 Essex Street, Balclutha, New Zealand, 9230
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Near the Clutha River
Great
8.8
/10
4.0
4.6
/5

Helensborough Motor Inn Balclutha is rated 2 stars and comprises 17 rooms with homely comforts.

Location

Balclutha centre can be reached within 15 minutes' walk. Dunedin is 55 minutes' drive away.

This motel is 950 metres from Intercity bus station.

Rooms

Certain rooms have a seating area and a kitchen for your convenience. They come equipped with coffee and tea making equipment for self-catering along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for business and leisure. Providing a separate toilet, some bathrooms come with a dryer.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the Balclutha Museum for a glimpse into local history.
  • Try the famous Bluff oysters at the local seafood market.
  • Stroll along the Clutha River walkway for stunning views.
  • Explore the unique art at the Katiki Point Lighthouse Gallery.
  • Don't miss the Saturday farmers' market for fresh local produce.
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Charlies Motor Lodge offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Queen Room
2 persons
420 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Double or Twin Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Studio
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Apartment
2 persons
540 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Charlies Motor Lodge offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.9/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Housekeeping

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Charlies Motor Lodge Location

23 Essex Street, Balclutha, New Zealand, 9230
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23 Essex Street, Balclutha, New Zealand, 9230
Nearby
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Restaurants
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2900 ft
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Captain's Cafe
3100 ft
13 Clyde Street Hotel South Otago
Getting around
City Centre
Balclutha17 min  ·  4600 ft
Airports
Dunedin Airport (DUD)81 min  ·  33.6 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-20:30
Check-out
from 07:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
12
Former name
helensborough motor inn

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Charlies Motor Lodge from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 157 verified reviews
8.8/10
Great
93%
Recommend
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Comfort
9.0/10
Facilities
8.9/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.3/10
Location
9.1/10
Paid Wi-Fi
9.0/10
Staff
9.5/10
Value for money
9.0/10
Guest reviews
based on 345 reviews
8.8/10
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