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4.0/5
Based on 579 guest reviews
- Free complimentary breakfast
- 48 rooms in hotel
- 2 floors in hotel
- 2 suites in hotel
- Check-in time: 3:00 PM
- Check-out time: 11:00 AM
- Groups/Meetings rating of 10.0/10
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Verified Reviews of Thunderbird Lodge
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Enjoyable Stay"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Beds comfortable. Rooms clean. Location convenient.Staff very friendly. Good pricing.
Charles H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
22-Sep-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Sep 17 to Wed Sep 18 2024 at a $83.99 average nightly rate. 
"Great Place"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
It was clean and convenient to get to. It was pet friendly and owners were very nice. stayed there 25 years ago and wanted to check it out on our travels now. would stay again.
Tina N. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
03-Sep-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Aug 28 to Thu Aug 29 2024 at a $91.99 average nightly rate. "Amazing as always."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We love staying here will always come back. could use a TV in the hot tub room so we could watch Olympics while we relax. . 10 outta 10! Staff is amazing !
Miki V. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
29-Jul-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Jul 28 to Tue Jul 30 2024 at a $97.19 average nightly rate. "Amazing as always."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We love staying here will always come back. could use a TV in the hot tub room so we could watch Olympics while we relax. . 10 outta 10! Staff is amazing !
Miki V. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
29-Jul-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Jul 28 to Tue Jul 30 2024 at a $97.19 average nightly rate. "Very clean. Pleasant staff."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Would be a five but we were in room beside outdoor stairway and heard people coming and going until 12 Am. Room was comfortable, bed great and A/C very quiet. Will stay again but in a different riom.
James G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
24-Jul-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jul 23 to Wed Jul 24 2024 at a $93.23 average nightly rate. "Good ADA Accessible Room"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Room was clean, comfortable and quiet.
Lynda S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
08-Jul-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jul 01 to Tue Jul 02 2024 at a $89.23 average nightly rate. "Very accommodating, clean and well priced."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Thunderbird was in a great location, very clean. Beds comfortable, great TV and breakfast had all your needs. Would stay there again.
Karen B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
27-May-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri May 24 to Sat May 25 2024 at a $79.99 average nightly rate. "The room was clean, comfortable. The staff was friendly."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The room was clean, comfortable. The staff was friendly. Great motel on i90 on the way to the black hills. Always stop here and never disappointed. Near an awesome steak house and family restaurant.
Linda O. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
25-May-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat May 25 to Sun May 26 2024 at a $94.99 average nightly rate. "Great Stop"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Good place to stop.
Robert W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
08-Oct-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Oct 08 to Mon Oct 09 2023 at a $74.00 average nightly rate. "Excellent Service & Comfy"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Excellent customer service, comfortable room.
Carolyn P. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
31-Aug-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Aug 31 to Fri Sep 01 2023 at a $83.99 average nightly rate. Property Description
Thunderbird Lodge is Where Great Price meets Great Value. Free Continental Breakfast. Free High Speed Wireless Internet. Newly Remodeled property. We are a locally owned and operated independent motel. We are dedicated to hospitality and service at an incredible value. Whether you are staying for business or pleasure, our friendly, professional staff assures you the most satisfying stay possible. We offer a free continental breakfast and large, clean comfortable rooms. All of our rooms feature 32 inch flat screen televisions, In room coffee, Hairdryer, Iron and Ironing Board. Free High Speed Wireless Internet in all guest rooms and public areas. For your convenience we feature rooms with exterior drive up entrances or interior corridor access rooms. After a long days journey, enjoy a cold beverage from our on site Bottle shop and relax in the Hot Tub or Sauna. We think you will agree that Thunderbird Lodge offers the Best Price to Value lodging in Mitchell, South Dakota.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 3:00 PM |
| Check Out: | 11:00 AM |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2015 |
| Floors: | 2 |
| Rooms: | 48 |
| Corridors: | Both Interior and Exterior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 38 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 1 |
| Suites: | 2 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 1 |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | 0.3 Mi |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 0.3 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | 0.5 Mi |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 8AM-12AM |
| Pool Info: We do not have a pool, but we do have a Hot Tub and Sauna open nightly until 12am. | |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: GROUPS MUST CANCEL 24 HOURS AHEAD OF TIME TO AVOID PENALTY. GROUPS WITH OVER 15 ROOMS NEED VERBAL AGREEMENT WITH OWNER. | |
| Nightly Parking: | FREE |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 50% |
| Total Taxes: | 9.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $1.50 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Baggage storage facilities
- Complimentary breakfast
- Complimentary newspaper
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Fax available
- Free local calls
- Games room
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Laundry facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Sauna
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shower
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone in all rooms
- Television
- Travellers cheques accepted
Breakfast Information
We offer a free continental breakfast each morning from 6am to 10am and it includes donuts, bagels, yogurt, toast, cereals, oatmeals and milk, juice and coffee.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.Pets are allowed in certain rooms with prior approval from Hotel.
Internet / WiFI
Internet service is Wireless and is provided to all guest rooms and common areas free of charge. Guests need to ask the desk attendant on staff for the password that day.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Cafe Teresa - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at this cozy cafe. Located 0.8 miles from Thunderbird Lodge.
- Lunch: Chef Louie's Steak House & Lounge - Indulge in a mouthwatering steak or seafood dish for lunch. Located 1.5 miles from Thunderbird Lodge.
- Dinner: The Depot Pub & Grill - Enjoy delicious American cuisine in a historic train depot. Located 1.2 miles from Thunderbird Lodge.
- Activity: Corn Palace - Visit the iconic Corn Palace, a unique building decorated with corn murals. Located 0.6 miles from Thunderbird Lodge.
- Breakfast: Harvest Coffee & Cafe - Start your day with a freshly brewed coffee and a tasty breakfast. Located 0.9 miles from Thunderbird Lodge.
- Lunch: The Depot Pub & Grill - Grab a quick and delicious lunch at this historic train depot. Located 1.2 miles from Thunderbird Lodge.
- Dinner: Marco's Pizza - Enjoy delicious pizza and Italian dishes for dinner. Located 1.3 miles from Thunderbird Lodge.
- Activity: Mitchell Prehistoric Indian Village - Explore the archaeological site and learn about Native American history. Located 1.8 miles from Thunderbird Lodge.
- Breakfast: Cafe Teresa - Start your day with a delicious breakfast at this cozy cafe. Located 0.8 miles from Thunderbird Lodge.
- Lunch: Chef Louie's Steak House & Lounge - Indulge in a mouthwatering steak or seafood dish for lunch. Located 1.5 miles from Thunderbird Lodge.
- Dinner: The Depot Pub & Grill - Enjoy a delightful dinner at this historic train depot. Located 1.2 miles from Thunderbird Lodge.
- Activity: Dakota Discovery Museum - Discover the history and culture of South Dakota through exhibits and artifacts. Located 0.9 miles from Thunderbird Lodge.
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FAQs about Thunderbird Lodge
What time is check in?
Check in time is 3:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Thunderbird Lodge have?
There are 48 rooms in the property.
Is there any meeting space at Thunderbird Lodge?
Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Thunderbird Lodge?
We offer a free continental breakfast each morning from 6am to 10am and it includes donuts, bagels, yogurt, toast, cereals, oatmeals and milk, juice and coffee.
How much does internet cost?
Internet service is Wireless and is provided to all guest rooms and common areas free of charge. Guests need to ask the desk attendant on staff for the password that day.
Can I get a AAA rate at Thunderbird Lodge?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Thunderbird Lodge?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
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