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Thunderbird Motor Inn

Property class: 2.5

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A motel with a covered outdoor seating area, a red door, and a sign advertising the best place to stay in Duncan.
A set of outdoor stairs with a wooden handrail and white balusters, leading to a covered area.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with a view of the street, and hanging red pendant lights.
A hotel lobby with two armchairs, a small round table, a reception desk, and a window with a view of the street.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

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, Cowichan Valley Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Room options

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(53 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

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

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

About the area

Duncan

At Thunderbird Motor Inn you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Cowichan Aquatic Centre and Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus. 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 Duncan Lanes and Cowichan Community Centre.
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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 Farmers Market - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cowichan Valley Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Brunch on 3rd - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Just Jakes - ‬15 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. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property. 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
  • Indoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • 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
  • Phone
  • 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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
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

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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
Thunderbird Motor Inn
Thunderbird Motor Inn Duncan
Thunderbird Motor Inn North Cowichan
Thunderbird Motor North Cowichan
Thunderbird Motor
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Thunderbird Motor Inn Duncan
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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 10 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Motor Inn on 11 Nov 2026 start from NZ$160, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Thunderbird Motor Inn?

The closest beach to Thunderbird Motor Inn is Kinsmen Beach Park (16.2 km).

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

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 304 out of 994 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 342 out of 994 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 183 out of 994 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 994 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 90 out of 994 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was great and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cooperative and a very nice place to stay at.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and close to amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, convenient place to stag in Duncan.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The room was comfortable and clean. The staff was welcoming and friendly. A great place to stay if travelling on the island.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, dated but clean room, air conditioning and heating as well
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a lower end motel doing their best in a tough market. The check in was lovely, they were friendly and helpful and the rate was low…Just as we hoped.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great room and staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was ok and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a good stay. The staff its super helpful, friendly and welcoming. The furniture a a little worn, but for the price it was a good value. Overal the room was clean and good service, everything you need for a short stay. Its a basic motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
It was ok, the diner was closed though. Close to the pool and to fast food and other resteraunts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The motel is not new and modern, actually it is pretty old, but rooms are big, clean, with table and chairs, AC, microwave and refrigerator. Everything was nice and worked well and we were quite satisfied.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and comfortable bed. Simple accommodation. We arrived late and it was easy to get in with the key box. The area around the Hotel is somewhat rough.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were attending the Regional Finals Swim Meet at the Aquatic Centre in Duncan, and the hotel was super convenient for that. It is also close to a number of cafes so that is good too. It was wonderful to have ac in the room as the 2 days we were there were hot. The fridge size was also enough to store our snacks and beverages for the weekend. Beds were comfortable and we slept well both nights. All in all, the Thunderbird is convenient and central to all the activities the Cowichan Valley and Duncan offer, and is a good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent place. Not the best, but it was good to spend the night there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Two persons checked in with two queen size beds but only one bath towel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for the money
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
The room was clean and the staff were very helpful. The air conditioning worked well, but there was a slight odor. The hotel is a bit dated, though the location is convenient for getting around. One downside is that there are quite a few homeless people in the surrounding area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms only had clean sheets and towels the rest of the place was a mess and damaged. Staff were helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We did not feel safe at this property and could not stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Updated photos would be great, but otherwise it was a warm comfy bed in a well-air-conditioned room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026

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