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Thunderbird Lodge

2.0 star property
Motel in Mitchell with free breakfast and bar/lounge

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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1601 S Burr St, Mitchell, SD, 57301
  • Place, Highland Convention Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Dakota Wesleyan University
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Corn Palace
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Hair dryer, towels

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(114 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Room, Non Smoking

Family Room, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(117 reviews)
  • 325 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Mitchell

At Thunderbird Lodge you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Dakota Wesleyan University and Highland Convention Center. Highlights at this motel include free continental breakfast, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find a sauna and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Mitchell motel include Dakota Discovery Museum and Mitchell Technical Institute.
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What's nearby

  • Highland Convention Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Dakota Wesleyan University - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hitchcock Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Mitchell Aquatic Center - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Corn Palace - 5 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Marlins Family Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Lodge

Motel in Mitchell with free breakfast and bar/lounge
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A sauna, a vending machine, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at Thunderbird Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Mitchell motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Thunderbird Lodge offers 48 accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board.

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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

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 20.00 per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • 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.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 5.0 per day.

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 deposit: USD 20.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children aged 10 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in smoking rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Thunderbird Lodge?

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

Is parking available at Thunderbird Lodge?

Yep, Thunderbird Lodge has a free self car park.

Is Thunderbird Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Thunderbird Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Thunderbird Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, visitors quite like the free continental brekkie here! Offered daily between 6 AM and 10 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thunderbird Lodge?

No, Thunderbird Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Thunderbird Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Thunderbird Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 636 out of 1343 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 422 out of 1343 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1343 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1343 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1343 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Summer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They had a waffle maker, bagels, hard boiled eggs, cereals, yogurts, coffee, and juices for breakfast. The room were very clean, the beds were very comfortable, and the staff was very friendly, accomodaring, and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Dustin

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Drywall needed repair in multiple places, bathroom, and main room. Rust on the floor board heater. Just overall needs updating. Suggest an LVP instead of 40 year old carpet. Happy I brought Flip flops to walk around in.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Travelled with family
Staff very friendly and helpful, room nice and clean, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin, James City

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy N

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value and location. Owners and staff are very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, modern rooms. Don't let the old-style exterior fool you. They've put a lot of effort into updating. Great value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a good stay. Breakfast was as expected. Parking was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super quiet, well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is an older motel. It's in decent shape, though. The staff was friendly and helpful. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The heating was variable by room, since my room was chilly, but my colleague's room was quite warm. The breakfast is cereal, bread, waffles, along with some hard-boiled eggs and fruit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very courteous. The room was clean and the bed comfortable. The tv had reception issues last nite shrn we checked in but but worked this morning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast was good. It was noisy but comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

ROBERT

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Tracy, Winnett

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outdated motel, bed frames extremely noisy and beds were very uncomfortable. We had four beds in our stay and they were all awful. I stay in Mitchell occasionally and would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Glenn

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property is generally rundown & needs to be refurbished. Really.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Irene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness
Only healthy option for breakfast was a banana or a small yogurt otherwise the cereals are all full of sugar
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was basic. Parking was close and secure
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025