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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
Property entrance
View from room
Business Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (No Pets Allowed) | Room amenity
In-room dining

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Guests liked:

Clean rooms, comfy beds, friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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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

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

1 Queen Bed Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Mini-refrigerator

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

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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The price is CA $111
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7 Dec - 8 Dec
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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).
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What's nearby

  • Elko Area Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Elko County Fairgrounds - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Elko Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Maverick Casino - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Gold Country Casino - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

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
  • 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 hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.

This Elko motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; 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

Family friendly

  • 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
  • High pile 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

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance 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: 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 available
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 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-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
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 01 and close September 07.
  • 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

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 333 out of 757 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 757 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 757 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 757 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 757 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jianming

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thunderbird is right off the main street in east Elko, NV. Elko is a simple town connecting SLCto Reno. There is nothing much going on except casino. The facility is a bit dated, but clean, organized, spacious, and quiet. The hostess is efficient and helpful. The bathroom is well-stocked.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ramachandra

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clark

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

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very noisy place full of mine workers .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrell, Lynden

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It appears to be in old town, but was clean and quiet. Did not have any unsafe feelings while out for a stroll. Was easy to get in and out of facility. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Rooms were very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Claus

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Got it all
Got early checking, very nice and helpful office. Everything worked, was clean and the pool was great! Nice location!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Eric

Disliked: Cleanliness
I needed a last minute booking as I was traveling through the area. Price was good but hotel is sketchy. Upon check-in a couple came in looking to get a room for by the hour deal. Lady was clearly strung out on drugs and man was argumentative with desk host. Host told them they had no vacancy and to go to mid town. Eventually they left but he said it was a common thing and they would let them have to open rooms after 1am. My room had cigarette burns in the sheet and no joking what looked like blood on the wall. Not a place I would take my family. Lobby didn’t open until 8am and I had to be on the road early so no breakfast. You get what you pay for I guess. This place will do in a pinch but I will look for a different option next time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, comfortable, and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Friendly and clean
The room was pretty big and clean, the pool was very clean and everyone was friendly. It’s a little outdated but totally fine.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great for a one-night stay. The room was clean and the area was safe to walk to downtown Elko and dinner in the early evening. However, this place is not without quirks. There are full-time residents here, one man feeds pigeons in the parking lot. The staff ranges from friendly and competent to surly and annoyed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value and the room was fine although a little worn. Always happy with a fridge. Free breakfast provided is better than most motels.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet. Comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecile

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mehrnaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large clean rooms but most importantly, very quiet. Would stay again when passing through Elko
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tim

Travelled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a noisy room on first floor and the motel owner told me if I didn’t like it to get a room somewhere else, she would not try to accommodate me. I highly recommend to not get reservations at this motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Donald

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a good option for Elko
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024