Thunderbird Motel

3.0 star property
3-star motel perfect for exploring Elko

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

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)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

1 Queen Bed Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Elko

City center stay.Stay at this Elko motel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Western Folklife Center and 2 miles (3 km) of Opera House. Elko Area Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center and Great Basin College are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Great Basin College - 17 min walk
  • Northeastern Nevada Museum - 20 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

3-star motel perfect for exploring Elko
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
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Thunderbird Motel offers 70 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include dining tables. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Premium channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Free local calls
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Soundproofing
  • Turndown service
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 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
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (6:00 AM - midnight)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
For any questions, 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 lbs 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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-in fee for check-in between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Onsite 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 guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. Onsite 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 each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • There is limited hot water on site.
  • The seasonal pool will open May 15 and close September 30.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 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.

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Thunderbird Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 356 out of 788 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 788 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 788 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 788 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 788 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

8/10 Good

len

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice clean, quiet place, good price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good staff, easy checkin
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this hotel were incredibly welcoming and helpful throughout my stay. The rooms were immaculate and very comfortable. I also enjoyed the delicious breakfast each morning and loved the convenient location close to major attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
check-in was quick. Staff member was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always enjoy staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A bit shabby and spare but comfortable, can walk to down town. Check in person was great. Attentive, professional, efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After conducting research, I selected Thunderbird, I was highly impressed with its clean and comfortable rooms and additional facilities. I highly recommend it! The hotel is in a convenient location close to major attractions too!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were immaculate and very comfortable. The staff at this hotel were incredibly welcoming and helpful throughout my stay. The hotel is in a great central location where everything is within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy checking in and out!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs have integrity. You can always count on them for anything!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have better breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has its own laundry room!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accessible to any particular establishments like restaurants!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very courteous staffs!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The courtesy extended is outstanding!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They take time to ask clients what else they need.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They understand every individual’s situation and condition!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They adhere to your needs!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the owners are amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Dated room but clean, shower malfunction with poor spray direction. (Informed manager). Area felt unsafe to walk dog. No grass. Alleys with broken glass. Room large, beds comfortable, excellent coffee in am.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good for an overnight stay
This was perfect for an overnight stay while driving across Nevada. The room was just right for the price. The hotel was clean and the breakfast good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024