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Thunderbird Lodge

2.0 star property
Mitchell motel with bar/lounge

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi
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Thunderbird Lodge, nestled near the heart of the action, offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and a cozy bar. Relax in the sauna or stay connected with free in-room WiFi; previous guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

Main amenities (9)

  • Sauna
  • Bar/lounge
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Banquet hall

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $80
$89 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(108 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Hair dryer, towels

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(110 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 325 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Family Room, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1601 S Burr St, Mitchell, SD, 57301

What's nearby

  • Highland Convention Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Dakota Wesleyan University - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mitchell Aquatic Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Corn Palace - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Avera Queen of Peace Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Marlin's Family Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Lodge

Enjoy your visit to Mitchell with a stay at Thunderbird Lodge. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge and the sauna makes for a relaxing end to the day. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 48 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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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 18
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Children

    • Up to 4 children (10 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Smoking rooms only, restrictions apply*
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

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 6 AM–10 AM
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Facilities

  • Sauna
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 5.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 20.00 per night
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Thunderbird Lodge Mitchell
Thunderbird Mitchell
Thunderbird Lodge Motel
Thunderbird Lodge Mitchell
Thunderbird Lodge Motel Mitchell

Frequently asked questions

Does Thunderbird Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Thunderbird Lodge 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 Lodge?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 20 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 20.00 per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Thunderbird Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

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

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Thunderbird Lodge and nearby?

Thunderbird Lodge has a sauna.

What's the area around Thunderbird Lodge like?

Thunderbird Lodge is a short 14-minute walk from Dakota Wesleyan University and 15 minutes' walk from Highland Convention Center. Travelers say this motel is in a good location.

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Thunderbird Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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Food
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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with a decent to excellent offering, including biscuits, gravy, waffles, cereal, and more. (67 reviews)
  • The property offers convenient and well-lit parking, including space for large vehicles and trailers. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Good

Good staff, small breakfast area!
gerald, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

We have stayed here several times and always found it very good
Susan, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

While this is an older mo tel, it was very comfortable.
Kathy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean, good breakfast, nice staff.
Maggie, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay. I've stayed here s few times now and haven't been disappointed. Breakfast isnt the greatest other then that 0 complaints.
Matthew, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean, safe and close to highway
Carolyn, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

The Hotel was good, bedding on the beds very clean and looked new. Bathroom a little dated, but shower was good.
Lowell G., 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very friendly staff. Clean and comfortable room. Would stay again
Barbara, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Nice and affordable property just off the interstate. Fast food and restaurants are nearby, as well as a large gas station. Breakfast was small, but it had enough to get us going for the day.
Tony, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

It is okay for a short stay.
Yuxin, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Was comfortable and clean, and fit our needs perfectly.
Matt, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Folks there were very nice. It's a dated facility but it served our purpose and the breakfast was good.
elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very clean and friendly atmosphere.
Nickie, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice place to stay
James, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

It was a fine place
Dianne, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Friendly staff, quiet area
Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Comfortable and affordable
Pamela, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great for a cheaper stay in the area. Its what you would expect for this type of hotel. No frills but clean and safe.
Kacee, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Affordable, clean, convenient. Perfect for a quick overnight stay. Beds were comfy, shower was good.
Amy, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Friendly staff. Room was clean. Parking was great for my motorcycle
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Pleasantly impressed with the property. I like that it is not part of a larger chain. The bed was incredibly comfortable, good breakfast, and very friendly employees.
Kathryn, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Very much a utility property but clean and consistent. Beds were comfortable and rooms were clean. Breakfast was more extensive than we expected which was good.
Tim, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

this was an older hotel but it was clean and updated
Kathy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Stopped here for the night on vacation trip. I stay at many upper level chain hotels on business trips and this little hotel exceeded all with comfort, cleanliness and hospitality. Staff went above and beyond, beds were comfy and clean!
Kim, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very clean rooms
Denise, 1-night trip