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Thunderbird Motel

3.0 star property

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
345 Idaho Street, Elko, NV, 89801
  • Elko County Fairgrounds
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Elko Area Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Maverick Casino
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Elko, NV (EKO-Elko Regional)
    ‪4 min drive‬

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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) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About this property

Thunderbird Motel

Motel in Elko with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool
A seasonal outdoor pool, laundry facilities and a TV in a common area are available at this smoke-free motel. Free English breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a vending machine. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
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; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered once per stay.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

Children aged under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Thunderbird Motel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Western Folklife Center. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free English breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a vending machine and TV in a common area
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean guestrooms
  • Steps from Western Folklife Center and a 2-minute drive from Elko Area Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
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 April 2025.

This 3-star Elko motel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free English breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

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

  • 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.
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 1975
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Renovated entire property - April 2025
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

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
  • 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
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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 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

Host will greet you

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 at the property

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 11:00 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
This property does not have a front desk. Guests arriving after 6:00 AM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. The host will greet guests on arrival. At the property, quiet hours are enforced between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

  • There is limited hot water on site.
  • The seasonal pool will open on 15 May and close on 30 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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Thunderbird Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 385 out of 838 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 838 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 838 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 838 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 838 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

2/10 Terrible

Cody

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gross.

Very dirty. Room was never cleaned. I slept on top of the bed with all my clothes on and left early as I arrived late. Tons of drug addicts making noise throughout the night as well. Would not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No complaints and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds need to be updated pretty uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

holly

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a friendly and courteous staffs
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to grab a night while traveling!

Traveling through we decided to stay last minute in Elko. It was later and upon arrival we were checked in fast by a very accommodating gentleman. Room was clean and we had a comfortable night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient location and friendly staff

Convenient location in Elko. Facility is a little old but maintained well. The bed is comfortable. Staff is friendly and professional!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darby

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thunderturd

It was great could have hadca better lady at the front desk. She was very rude but overall the stay was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aden

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is extremely friendly, polite and treated everyone very well. The rooms are just wow, great interior and spacious. The food was very nice specially the breakfast, it was well spread. The swimming pool is a good size and very well laid out. I would come back here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked Elko, home to the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering. The motel was right off of Hwy 50 and basically in the center of this small town. I was a little disappointed that I left before breakfast was served (7:00). There are Nevada motels such as in Ely where breakfast is served bright and early!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

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

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was helpful, welcoming, and attentive. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-designed. The hotel had quality amenities, like a pool and great shower pressure. The hotel was conveniently located near attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, comfortable and quiet, with a decent breakfast and friendly staff. The room and amenities could use some updating but at the price I paid, I wasn’t expecting brand new. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a solid stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs are accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis

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

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy excelente!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were spotless, modern, and well-equipped, and the location was perfect for exploring the city.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, going above and beyond to ensure a comfortable experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024