Thunderbird Lodge

2.0 star property
Motel in Mitchell with free breakfast and sauna

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Front of property
Front of property
Front of property
Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 325 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds

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 Hitchcock Park.

What's nearby

  • Highland Convention Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Dakota Wesleyan University - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mitchell Aquatic Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Corn Palace - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Avera Queen of Peace Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Marlin's Family Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Lodge

Motel in Mitchell with free breakfast and sauna
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.

Languages

English

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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
  • 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

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.

Property is also known as

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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

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 611 out of 1196 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 363 out of 1196 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 1196 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1196 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1196 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easily accessed. Good price. Facility is old & needs to be updated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are personable and the property is comfortable, clean, and very fairly priced. This is our second stay. We will continue to stay here anytime we’re in Mitchell. Thank you for the quality you provide!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Eunice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and comfortable

The person at the front desk was nice and very helpful. The room was clean and the beds were comfortable. It is an older hotel, but it looked like they made great efforts to keep it clean and comfortable. The parking lot was packed it that tells you anything. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Greg

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ashley

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel called me three times the day of travel to hound me trying to find out when I would be arriving. We ended up checking in at 2100, for the night. I was worried the entire drive there that they would cancel my reservation. The rooms are also filthy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Decent motel adjacent to a truck stop. The location is great. Front desk staff are friendly and breakfast is great! The doors are hard to unlock and operate and there are tons of cigarettes butts and trash all around the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub was nice. Usually every place i stay the hot tub is always out of order. Also nice to be walking distance to the cafe and truck stop
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

joanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eason a very good spot
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Byron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

james

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10

The rooms need better lighting especially a desk lamp. Breakfast was minimal but I expected that from a motel. Staff was very nice, rooms were clean and price was right
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Clean quiet and comfortable. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The front desk staff was very helpful. I let him know I needed a room on the ground floor as my sister who was traveling with me uses a walker. He immediately offered a handicap room which was great for accessibility. The beds were very comfortable and the room was comfortable. I would recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlotta

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location

We had a very comfortable stay. Room was quiet, bed was comfortable and close to Cabella's and a great steakhouse. This is not a beautiful hotel, but it was great for wat we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

brandon

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very out dated and door would not open
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Idelle

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely stay here again. The rooms were spotless, the beds were comfortable, the fridge was roomy, and there were plenty of very decent towels. The shower had great water pressure, too. The only negative experience was when I checked in, the clerk didn’t give me the room that I wanted, but in the end he did so crisis averted.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025