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Thunderbird Motel

2.0 star property

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Front of property
Front of property
Reception

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1415 South 5th Avenue, Pocatello, ID, 83201
  • Place, Idaho State University
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pocatello Zoo
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Holt Arena
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pocatello, ID (PIH-Pocatello Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Pocatello

Thunderbird Motel places you steps from Idaho State University and within a 10-minute stroll of Idaho Museum of Natural History. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a vending machine. Plus you'll find a microwave in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Pocatello hotel include The Warehouse and Museum of Clean.

What's nearby

  • Idaho State University - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Warehouse - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • ISU Tennis Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Pocatello Zoo - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Holt Arena - 4 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Pocatello, ID (PIH-Pocatello Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Elks Lodge - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hooligans - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Goody's - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Motel

Thunderbird Motel offers its guests a terrace, a vending machine, and a microwave in a common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Pocatello hotel.

  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
Thunderbird Motel offers 43 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Hairdryers and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 3 February 2025 to 1 February 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach 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 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per stay.
  • 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: USD 15.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per stay

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Thunderbird Motel Pocatello
Thunderbird Pocatello
Thunderbird Motel Hotel
Thunderbird Motel Pocatello
Thunderbird Motel Hotel Pocatello

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Thunderbird Motel?

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

Is parking available at Thunderbird Motel?

Yep, Thunderbird Motel has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thunderbird Motel?

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

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Thunderbird Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 146 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant staff and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Patsy

Liked: Amenities
nice friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good value, pleasant receptionist, very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and affordably priced
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was a quaint locally owned motel. Was clean and simple. Was nice for a place to stay overnight.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The managers are wonderful and very helpful. The building is showing its age, but the price was worth it. Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rubina B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for one night on our way to Yellowstone NP. The property was clean and reasonable for night stay. Received instructions for self checkIn and ot was very smooth. Overall good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
You get what you pay for with quality of rooms and beds. Fine for a single night stay on our way home from a long road trip. Staff are very kind and helpful; some of the best we encountered.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly day clerk. Clean and affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a very hard time finding it despite using google maps, but had a very good check-in once I got here. The floor is a bit dirty, and there were a few ants, but everything else was just what I needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia Joseph

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Price was very reasonable. Parking was a little tight, but it’s doable. We will return !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

We have stayed here 2 times on our trips from Utah to Montana. It is the perfect halfway point! The rooms were large and quite comfortable. Their prices were lower than other motels on the same street. Everything was clean and all the beading (blankets, sheets and quilts were brand new. We will continue to stay here on our travels north!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice lady-Shantel in office.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

The gentleman who checked us in was kind and polite. He had a great sense of humor and he held a ground floor room for us just as I requested when I made the booking. Che k in could t have been easier.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Roger

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
old property
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room smells old. Desk clerk is wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was quite clean and comfortable. The shower offered plenty of hot water. The wall-mounted airco unit appeared to be new-ish, and it worked very well. But as is so common, it was rather loud during the night. Overall, we would certainly stay at The Thunderbird, again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff was great. The shower did not keep a constant temperature and alternated temperatures from freezing to scalding.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kimberly

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
As a single woman traveling alone I did not feel safe
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Read reviews before i arrived. Some good, some not so much. My opinion is that a good review is correct. Nice people, clean room. Good location. Everybody sees the world differently. I was pleased with this motel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Joel

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is basically a homeless village. Sad to see.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Daisy trip

Wrong remote for TV. GETTING HOT WATER IN SINK WAS TRICKY!! But OK stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only complaint is the room was on ground level and the curtains were so thin when the lights were on you could see in from outside. We had to hang a blanket over the window for privacy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lakia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was clean. Property is showing sign of deterioration. Nothing fancy here, just the basics.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Laura

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was dirty, hot, and muggy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024