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Thunderbird Motor Inn

2.5 star property

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Dining
Reception
Reception
2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
Front of property

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May

Explore the area

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5849 York Rd, Duncan, BC, V9L 3S3
  • Place, Cowichan Aquatic Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Duncan Visitor Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Room options

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1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(30 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Duncan

At Thunderbird Motor Inn you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Cowichan Aquatic Centre and World's Largest Hockey Stick. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a garden. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Duncan motel include Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus and Cowichan Performing Arts Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Cowichan Aquatic Centre - 6 min walk - 0.5 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
  • Chances Casino - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Original Joe's - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Motor Inn

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite business centre.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Thunderbird Motor Inn also features a vending machine, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Duncan motel.

  • 1 building
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Thunderbird Motor Inn offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

This Duncan motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • York Street Diner

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 1 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside 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.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 30 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Weight limit: 60 lb per pet
  • Certain rooms only
  • 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

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: CAD 30 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Thunderbird Motor Duncan
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Thunderbird Motor Inn North Cowichan
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Thunderbird Motor Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Motor Inn on 13 May 2026 start from NZ$154, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Yep, Thunderbird Motor Inn has a free self car park.

What makes Thunderbird Motor Inn a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Thunderbird Motor Inn.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

No, Thunderbird Motor Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

There is a golf course next to Thunderbird Motor Inn.

Thunderbird Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 255 out of 807 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 807 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 807 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 807 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 807 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Room was fine, but there are a lot of homeless people around the very near area. One of our friends was kept awake until 4:00am from guest in the next room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Disliked: Amenities
Well say this, i rented the place on line left my bags in room went to visit a friend who lives in the same town. He asked were id be staying. And thats as far as i got he wkuldntliw me to spend the night he luces down road and has lived in duncan long enough to know. He tells me its unsafe the honeless.hangout there in pekinglits and apparently the hotel takes them in at night so apparently theres alot of fights drugs and most of all your gonna get robbed .hs wouldnt let me go back even for my bags without him. Also. They say on line they take dogs. I got there to check in my plan was to leave my dog at my friends while i did what i came there for then i asked the ladies at front desk if it would be ok if i can walk my dog in and out of room tied around my waist as i walk bags in to room from the truck rather than him barking at me everyti.e i walked into the room he will bark all i wanted was to have my dog on leash maybe 3feet inside the room foor so i could do it quietly and the girl said no.but as u turned away and to leave once i did ask there was a sign that said please let front desk know if u have ur pets with u and i bookeda pet friendly room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Deena

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Eugen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's a simple motel with no airs or graces. But as clean as a whistle, with lovely mattresses and bedding. Excellent bathroom water pressure and hot hot showers too. PLUS, it's the best value you'll find in the whole of B.C. !!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Lawrence

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No hot water.. refrigerator not functioning.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Crystal

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time in my life I had to call the police while staying at a hotel. Some guy banging on my door and yelling that wouldn't leave. I canceled all my plans for the weekend and left. Didnt even get a full refund!! Never stay in this awful place.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
yes. Cheap and cheerful! Staff was very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Nice place. Nice room. Kind, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Priced right, clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room. Spacious
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Shane

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kim

Disliked: Cleanliness
Left a tag on our room to be cleaned at 8am got back at 5pm not cleaned. Bed bugs as well never again .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sulin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff were really nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charindu

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Pieter

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Darlene

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Pretty good. Good for the money. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Kanika

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was travelling and needed some rest and a nap. I was super comfortable, the shower is great and my room was nice and warm upon arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pardeep

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Manpreet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

anna

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

deepak

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

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was ok but the parking lot when I pulled up was disgusting and dirty…homeless people sleeping on ground all around hotel. Didn’t feel safe there at all. When I started the tub the water came out dirty at first which is a pretty big turn off. Won’t stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Hugh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The reception staff was nice and helpful and the room is very clean. For the price it was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025