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Thunderbird Motor Inn

Property class: 2.5
Duncan motel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Adjacent to a golf course, Thunderbird Motor Inn is a great choice for a stay in Duncan. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (10)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Newspapers in lobby (surcharge)

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $87
$100 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2

Room options

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View all photos for 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a wooden table, a desk, a lamp, a television, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(50 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a mirror, and two framed pictures on the wall.

2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(37 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a framed picture on the wall.

Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

A neatly made bed with white linens, a bedside lamp, and a small card on the nightstand.

Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a lamp on the nightstand.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
5849 York Rd, Duncan, BC, V9L 3S3

What's nearby

  • Cowichan Aquatic Centre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cowichan Performing Arts Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Duncan Visitor Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Duncan Farmers Market - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 12 min drive
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 29 min drive
  • Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 56 min drive
  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 67 min drive
  • Mayne Island, BC (YAV-Miners Bay Seaplane Base) - 126 min drive
  • Bedwell Harbour, BC (YBW-Bedwell Harbour Seaplane Base) - 156 min drive
  • Galiano Island, BC (YMF-Montague Harbour Seaplane Base) - 166 min drive
  • Saturna Island, BC (YAJ-Lyall Harbour Seaplane Base) - 174 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Small Block Brewery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Just Jakes - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Zza'S Pizza - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Thunderbird Motor Inn

  • Adjacent to a golf course, Thunderbird Motor Inn is a great choice for a stay in Duncan. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 32 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • 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
    • Guests traveling with pets must contact this property in advance to ensure the availability of a pet-friendly room.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (up to 60 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

What to do

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Garden
  • Adjacent to a golf course

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

York Street Diner - Onsite family restaurant. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 30 per accommodation (may vary based on length of stay)

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Thunderbird Motor Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Thunderbird Motor Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a maximum weight of 60 lbs per pet. There's a charge of CAD 30 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Chances Cowichan (16-min walk) and Chances Casino (17-min walk) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Thunderbird Motor Inn and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like ice skating and return when the snow melts for fishing and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy amenities like a garden and access to a nearby indoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, York Street Diner.

Does Thunderbird Motor Inn have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

Does Thunderbird Motor Inn have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Thunderbird Motor Inn like?

Thunderbird Motor Inn is a short 7-minute walk from Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus and 4 minutes' walk from Cowichan Aquatic Centre.

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