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Thunderbird Motel

3.0 star property

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Porch
Interior entrance
Room amenity
1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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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)

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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Mini fridge

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 the area

Elko

A stay at Thunderbird Motel places you in the heart of Elko, just a 3-minute walk from Western Folklife Center and within a 5-minute drive of Elko Area Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center. .This motel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Sherman Station and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Great Basin College.
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What's nearby

  • Western Folklife Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Great Basin College - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Elko County Fairgrounds - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Elko Area Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Elko Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Elko Station - 3 min drive
  • Elko, NV (EKO-Elko Regional) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Good Time Charlee's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Maverik - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Mug - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Odeh's Mediterranean Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taquería Ayala - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Motel

Motel in Elko with free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool
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.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

Make yourself at home in one of the 70 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area.
A complimentary English breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities, a water dispenser, and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary English breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 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 number of on-site self parking spaces 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 available
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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 45 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
There is limited hot water on site
The seasonal pool will be open from May 15 to September 15
Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property
Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Thunderbird Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good for the price; a bit dated but clean. Bed was quite noisy—every little movement produced a creaking sound. Breakfast was OK, not great. Right downtown, so easy walk to several restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

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

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get too, reviews of property were accurate.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

randy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lenny

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

Older motel, but clean and had everything we need

A convenient place to stay at the edge of Elko. Plenty of food and casinos in the vicinity a short walk away. There's a simple but adequate breakfast, and even an outdoor pool. Will stay again if we pass by here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Vickie

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

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Travelled with family, Business traveller
It was quiet and we got a great night of sleep even in downtown
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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