Thunderbird Motel

3.0 star property
Motel in Elko with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 10 PM, pool loungers
1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
In-room dining
Business Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (No Pets Allowed) | Room amenity
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
The price is AU$104
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan

Explore the area

Map
345 Idaho Street, Elko, NV, 89801
  • Western Folklife Center
    3 min walk
  • Opera House
    15 min walk
  • Elko Area Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center
    17 min walk
  • Elko, NV (EKO-Elko Regional)
    3 min drive

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (No Pets Allowed)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Business Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (No Pets Allowed)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (No Pets Allowed)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

1 Queen Bed Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Elko

Thunderbird Motel puts you in the heart of Elko, steps from Western Folklife Center and within a 20-minute stroll of Elko County Fairgrounds. Highlights at this motel include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Free English breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Elko motel include Opera House and Elko Area Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center.

What's nearby

  • Western Folklife Center - 3 min walk
  • Opera House - 15 min walk
  • Elko County Fairgrounds - 20 min walk
  • Elko Convention Center - 3 min drive
  • Maverick Casino - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Elko Station - 3 min drive
  • Elko, NV (EKO-Elko Regional) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taqueria Ayala - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Gold Dust West Elko - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Star Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪BJ Bull Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Mug - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Motel

Motel in Elko with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Thunderbird Motel. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Thunderbird Motel was completed in November 2024.

This 3-star Elko motel is smoke free.

  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1975
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Thunderbird Motel offers 70 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes dining tables. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a bath, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Elko motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered once per stay.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in, along with matching photo identification.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting
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 credit 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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • There is limited hot water on site.
  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 May and close on 07 September.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 10 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served or allowed at Thunderbird Motel.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Thunderbird Motel?

Yep, Thunderbird Motel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Thunderbird Motel?

As of 3 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Motel on 4 Jan 2025 start from AU$103.66, 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.

Does Thunderbird Motel have a pool?

Thunderbird Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9 AM to 10 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May 01 to September 07).

Does Thunderbird Motel serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary English breakfast is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thunderbird Motel?

No, Thunderbird Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Thunderbird Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Thunderbird Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 345 out of 774 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 264 out of 774 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 774 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 774 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 774 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfy Bed!
Best bed I have found in along time! Clean, safe and with easy check in ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

James

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Toilet seat not secure to the bowl. Inadequate water flow in toilet when flushed. Could not handle solid waste without clogging. Poor quality housekeeping. Urine stains on toilet when I checked in. Coffee stains on toilet tank lid. Floor needed to be vacuumed. Room in disrepair but met minimum habitability requirements. Shower was adequate.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moses

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

10/10 Excellent

greg

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Quite spot, pretty standard motel style lodging. Front desk staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Sleep!
Some of the best sleep I've ever had in a hotel. Friendly staff and efficient checkin. They missed the wake up call. I had my own alarm but I always like to have backup. Wake up calls should be taken very seriously.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Ok
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Value for a Nice Place
Great little place with very friendly management. The place is old, but very well maintained. Very clean with new paint and furnishings, plenty of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Angus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It's a budget motel. Check in was quick and friendly. Room was clean well appointed. My only complaint was a mattress protector that squeaked every time you moved.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

debra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful motel - would recommend it to anyone. Nice to have such a great choise and it not be a big box type facility
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Lee

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
It could have been cleaner Carpets and drapes definitely need cleaning. Bathroom/bathtub had mats/fruit flies, webs in windows. Bed seemed clean and comfy. Front desk was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anneke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here on the road between California and Montana. I love the pool, the friendly service, clean rooms, and the restaurants down the street. I had a perfectly restful night!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kerry

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Eliza

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Henry

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pet friendly room was thumbs up
Room was clean, and even though it was a pet room, there was no residual pet smell or pet hair. Worth it. Around midnight, there was other guest talking loudly in front of our door which set my old pug-dog in bark mode.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly, helpful and breakfast was delicious in the morning. This was a nice and affordable place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and efficient. A little dated but the price was great. Breakfast is provided but pretty minimal as is often the case.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Steven, EL CENTRO

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very friendly and helpful. Fixtures are worn from years of scrubbing but room was clean. I was home for family business so the room fit my needs for a good bed and warm shower. The motel is still in better shape than my old go to near Raley's that is a national chain and better priced! I would consider staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property and room are old and run down. Overall clean, but not very maintained. Raw drywall and drywall compound in the shower. Corroded shower fixtures. Old furniture. However, still clean. No bugs, no dust, no dirt. Just needs to be remodeled. So so at best.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcelina, Pt Reyes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place for short stay on way to Moab!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reception was friendly, warm and helpful. I was able to walk to all services I needed. The room was spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was an unbelievable value. The price was almost too low to believe. Family run by very courteous people and a breakfast to boot! Would definitely stay again on my drive from CA to UT
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024