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Thunderbird Motor Inn

2.5 star property
Motel in Duncan with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe

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Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Living area
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr

Explore the area

Map
5849 York Rd, Duncan, BC, V9L 3S3
  • Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Duncan Visitor Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • BC Forest Discovery Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Duncan

At Thunderbird Motor Inn you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Cowichan Aquatic Centre and World's Largest Hockey Stick. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The diner, York St. Diner, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Duncan motel include Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus and Cowichan Performing Arts Centre.
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What's nearby

  • World's Largest Hockey Stick - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Duncan Visitor Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • BC Forest Discovery Centre - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Maple Bay Marina - 13 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Neko Ramen - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Green Leaf Vietnamese Bistro - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Motor Inn

Motel in Duncan with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite business centre.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Thunderbird Motor Inn also features a garden, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Duncan motel.

  • 1 building
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Thunderbird Motor Inn offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

This Duncan motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • York St. Diner

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden

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 lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 1 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests traveling with pets must contact this property in advance to ensure the availability of a pet-friendly room.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Thunderbird Motor Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

As of 31 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Motor Inn on 1 Apr 2025 start from AU$126.53, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Yep, Thunderbird Motor Inn has a free self car park.

What makes Thunderbird Motor Inn a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Thunderbird Motor Inn.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

No, Thunderbird Motor Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Thunderbird Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 556 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 556 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 556 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 556 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 556 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice gem in a rough area. It’s got all the basics you need for a quick stay in Duncan. Heat and hot water took a little longer than expected to kick in but they’re there. The little drip coffee makers are the best you can get in a motel!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Harpreet

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

kurtis

Good hotel. Clean and friendly staff. The area is a bit rough
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Paula

Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

James

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean but the area felt unsafe (parking lot needs more lights). Traffic noise was heavy as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mar, vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay simple no frills clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Nicole

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room smelled bad, there was a hole on the ceiling of the shower stall, anything metal was rusted and there were many homeless people across the street. I didn’t feel safe
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Soubhik

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

YH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I got there late in the afternoon and the clerk was very efficient to process my booking. Had a good rest for the night before leaving early in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were friendly and helpful and the bedding and linens were very clean. The bed was a bit hard on my back and that is the only reason why I didn’t give it a higher rating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ron

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The tv didn’t work. We had trouble with the toilet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The room suited our purposes and we were comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Ann

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found bedbugs around 10pm and the motel office closes at 9pm so there was no one to assist us. This is awful customer service and a safety concern for the property and all the occupants. We had to leave in the middle of the night and drive to a brand name hotel and pay again, where we knew we would has assistance should anything happen. I expect a full refund.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

D James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet and clean but the stairs to the second floor were awkward.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Roland

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Motel needs to be torn down and rebuilt. Room has horrible odor and bed is cheap and uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Chris

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For what this place cost I expect better dirty bedding rock hard beds surrounded by homeless and druggies would not recommend unless you have no choice
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Was fine for spending a single night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Amy, Sidney

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

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
An older property that could use some updating. It was VERY clean, though. There was a definite lack of plug-ins and the one by the bed didn't work.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

FRANK

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024