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Thunderbird Motel

3.0 star property

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Seasonal outdoor pool
1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
In-room dining
Interior entrance
Room amenity

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

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345 Idaho Street, Elko, NV, 89801
  • Place, Western Folklife Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Basin College
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Elko County Fairgrounds
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, 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)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 31 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)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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 15 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 clean guestrooms and the helpful staff
  • 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. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. 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.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

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

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: 11:00 PM
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 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 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 any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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: 45 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 1:00 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.
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
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 9:00 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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • There is limited hot water on site.
  • The seasonal pool will open on 15 May and close on 15 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.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • 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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Reviews

Thunderbird Motel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 487 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 319 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I got to park only feet from my door. The parking lot is a bit tight but not to bad. The room was clean and ac worked well and better lighting. I've stayed in a few places recently and I'll probably come back her over the others. I'll see what breakfast is like in the morning. They make it sound like it's going to be pretty good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Adam

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

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

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a nice stay and staff was accomodating to my requests. I'll stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was great, especially since we arrived after midnight, but the employee made sure our room was ready for us with a quick check in.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy, OREM

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, retro style. Updated property. Friendly staff. Great value!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jerry

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

6/10 Okay

Robert, OREGON CITY

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ajay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Not as bad as other reviews let on to

My stay was fine. It was clean and quiet and had all the basics, fridge, microwave, hair dryer and nice toiletries. Bed was comfortable enough with simple sheet/blanket combo. You have to remember this is an old motel with a lot of history and nostalgia so you are not going to get anything modern or fancy. Location was good with everything being with-in 5-10 min away. For a two night stay it was budget friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

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

Always excellent lodging when staying in Elko

Our room at the Thunderbird Motel in Elko was as clean and tidy as they always are. This motel is thoroughly cared for and always offers an excellent stay. The only downside to this visit was a slightly disappointing continental breakfast. With the exception of the microwaveable breakfast sandwiches, everything else was sugared or sweetened. Please offer unsweetened oatmeal and/or cereals for those who cannot eat sugar or sweeteners. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

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

Very nice room

We had a nice stay mid town Elko. Very nice conditions and clean. Friendly and accommodating as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is great! They’re very friendly, understanding, and helpful. I messed up on my reservation. I thought I’d booked two nights instead of one and it was completely my fault. Instead of kicking me out, they let me reserve another night at a little bit higher rate and keep my same room. It was also all worked out over the phone, which was so accommodating of them. The location is a little noisy but that’s the nature of Elko. It’s a bit of a rowdy place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I cannot thank the family enough for making my stay enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice. Easy check-in. Room was clean. I felt safe here. Parking was a bit tricky later in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
At an older place usually I worry about toilets drains etc. but no issues, great pressure & temperature in shower & updated toilet The one staff member I met both checking in & out was amazing & personable, definitely making note if need to pass through & staying in area again Breakfast spread was much more than expected as well!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Adriana

Travelled with pets
Liked: Amenities
Clean friendly and dog friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

amidst other motel this is a winner!

During a vacation that included many hotels and Thunderbird turned out to be the best. We had a myriad of good rooms, with one upgrade to a suite at a big name Hotel. The sweet was okay the toilet was dirty and they were still wet washcloths in the shower. We stayed at some econ friendly hotels that were basically life or death. The Thunderbird is tucked amongst historic hotels of tourist driven Elko Nevada. Great checking experience, friendly staff, clean, inviting swimming pool, a clean and comfortable hotel room. Out of the many places we stayed on our multi-state vacation a Thunderbird is the only one I would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice room. Only issue was wifi not working. Very friendly and professional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not a good neighborhood but close to the casino. Could not stay there due to the odor in the rooms.Staff was understanding and arranged for a full refund
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean. Check in staff was very friendly. Property is older but for the price, which included breakfast was very attractive.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025