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4.6 out of 5

"Everything was just perfect. The amazing surprise was a coffee plunger and a coffee plunger bag! Never had that before in a motel, magnificent! " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 24 Mar 2024

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Hotel Description

Thunderbird Motel places you in the center of Yass, within just a 15-minute stroll of Yass Showgrounds and Yass District Hospital. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, and free self parking.

The restaurant, Ewe'N Me Restaurant, is open for breakfast and dinner. The motel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas, a conference center, and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

With a stay at this 4-star Yass motel, you'll be 1.3 km (0.8 mi) from Joe O'Connor Park.

Deluxe Room, Kitchenette, Free Wi-Fi & Parking

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$151* Per night/room 30 Mar. - 31 Mar.

Executive Room, Kitchenette (Executive Queen Spa), Free Wi-Fi & Parking

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Free Wi-Fi & Parking

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Standard Room, Kitchen (Thunderbird Cottage), Free Wi-Fi & Parking

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Studio Suite, Jetted Tub, Pool View, Free Wi-Fi & Parking

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Deluxe Twin Room, Kitchenette, Free Wi-Fi & Parking

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Thunderbird Motel ratings based on 363 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.6 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Thunderbird Motel

Everyone (159) Couples (92) Business (1) Family (106)
5 out of 5
Everything was just perfect. The amazing surprise was a coffee plunger and a coffee plunger bag! Never had that before in a motel, magnificent!

Posted by , from Shepparton on 24 Mar. 2024

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25 Mar. 2024 by Thunderbird Motel in Yass

Hi Marian. Thank you for your kind feedback. And for staying at the Thunderbird Motel. We are glad you enjoyed the coffee! Hope you had a pleasant onward journey. Looking forward to seeing you back here again at the Thunderbird Motel in lovely Yass. Kind regards

4 out of 5
The room was nice. But the 100's of tiny flies were a menace! To avoid the annoying flies, we had to leave only the bathroom light on to attract them out of the sleeping area.

Posted by on 14 Mar. 2024

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15 Mar. 2024 by Thunderbird Motel in Yass

Hi Peter. Thank you for your feedback. And for staying at the Thunderbird Motel. The abundant rains here has indeed brought out a myriad of insect types. Hope you had a pleasant and safe onward journey. Looking forward to seeing you back here again at the Thunderbird Motel in lovely Yass. Kind regards

5 out of 5
Excellent room will definitely stay here again and recommend to friends

Posted by on 1 Mar. 2024

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1 Mar. 2024 by Thunderbird Motel in Yass

Hi Gary. Thank you for your kind feedback. And for staying at the Thunderbird Motel. Hope you had a lovely onward journey. Looking forward to seeing you back here again at the Thunderbird Motel in Yass. Kind regards

3 out of 5
I was staying in room 14 the people next door where outside my room smoking drinking till late and being next to the stair case all I could hear where people running up and down all that stays in my mind is the smell of cigarettes and noise

Posted by on 26 Feb. 2024

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27 Feb. 2024 by Management

Hi Shiralee. Thank you for your feedback. All we can do is say "so sorry for any inconvenience". We often spoke to the group on the aspects, etc. and to be considerate and mindful of our other valued guests. Kind regards

5 out of 5
Easy to deal with

Posted by on 25 Feb. 2024

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25 Feb. 2024 by Thunderbird Motel in Yass

Hi Mick. Thank you for your kind feedback. And for staying at the Thunderbird Motel. Hope you had a lovely onward journey. Looking forward to seeing you back here again at the Thunderbird Motel in Yass. Kind regards

5 out of 5
power point closer to bedside

Posted by on 24 Feb. 2024

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25 Feb. 2024 by Thunderbird Motel in Yass

Hi Ed. Thank you for your kind feedback. And for staying at the Thunderbird Motel. Hope you had a lovely onward journey. Looking forward to seeing you back here again at the Thunderbird Motel in Yass. Kind regards

5 out of 5
We enjoyed our stay at the Thunderbird Motel, the room was large and clean. The location is conveniently located close to the main shopping area.

Posted by on 22 Feb. 2024

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23 Feb. 2024 by Thunderbird Motel in Yass

Hi Prue. Thank you for your kind feedback. And for staying at the Thunderbird Motel. Hope you had a lovely onward journey. Looking forward to seeing you back here again at the Thunderbird Motel in tranquil Yass. Kind regards

5 out of 5
Parking was a bit of an issue when I returned from my evening function as the parking spot I had in front of my unit had been taken but everything else was fine

Posted by on 21 Feb. 2024

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22 Feb. 2024 by Thunderbird Motel in Yass

Hi Rob. Thank you for your kind feedback. And for staying at the Thunderbird Motel. Hope you had a lovely onward journey. Looking forward to seeing you back here again at the Thunderbird Motel in Yass. Kind regards

1 out of 5

Posted by on 5 Feb. 2024

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21 Mar. 2024 by Thunderbird Motel in Yass

Hi Nicholas. Thank you for your feedback. And for staying at the Thunderbird Motel.If there are any matters you specifically wish to discuss you are encouraged to contact us directly regarding. Hope you had a pleasant onward journey. Looking forward to seeing you back here again at the Thunderbird Motel in lovely Yass. Kind regards

1 out of 5

Posted by on 3 Feb. 2024

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21 Mar. 2024 by Thunderbird Motel in Yass

Hi Adam. Thank you for your feedback. And for staying at the Thunderbird Motel.If there are any matters you specifically wish to discuss you are encouraged to contact us directly regarding. Hope you had a pleasant onward journey. Looking forward to seeing you back here again at the Thunderbird Motel in lovely Yass. Kind regards

Renovations + Closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 23 to January 02:

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Swimming pool

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 15 meeting rooms available. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills are also featured at Thunderbird Motel. Free self parking is available. This 4-star Yass motel is smoke free.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Train station: Yass Junction Station (5.1 km / 3.2 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Thunderbird Motel offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Microwaves and minibars are provided. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Minibar
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Microwave
  • Cribs (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Air conditioning
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Ewe'N Me Restaurant - Overlooking the pool and garden, this restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 8:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per night.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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, Diners Club, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No lifts
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 7:30 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 6:00 PM
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • LGBTQIA friendly
  • Credit card pre-authorisation
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff do not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are not washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are not available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Humane animal treatment

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 12–28 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.1 percent

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

Hotel Names

  • Thunderbird Motel Yass
  • Thunderbird Yass
  • Thunderbird Motel Yass
  • Thunderbird Motel Motel
  • Thunderbird Motel Motel Yass

You should know

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in March.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National Rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.