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Thunderbird Motel

2.0 star property
Travelers start their day with a delicious to-go breakfast or simply relax on the charming terrace after exploring the nearby attractions

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The Thunderbird Motel provides a cozy retreat near the zoo. Guests enjoy complimentary to-go breakfast each morning and can unwind on the welcoming terrace. The property offers practical amenities including in-room WiFi, free self parking, and an on-site vending machine.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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  • Free WiFi

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

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Pocatello is home to Thunderbird Motel. Idaho Museum of Natural History and The Warehouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Pocatello Zoo and Ross Park Aquatic Complex. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Reed Gymnasium or ISU Tennis Center. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hunting, hiking/biking trails, and mountain climbing. Visit our Pocatello travel guide
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1415 South 5th Avenue, Pocatello, ID, 83201

What's nearby

  • A railway track with grain silos and a grain elevator.
    The Warehouse
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Idaho State University Holt Arena with a backdrop of hills and trees.
    Holt Arena
    4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Idaho State University
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Idaho Museum of Natural History
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pocatello Zoo
    1 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

  • Hotel near a zoo
  • Thunderbird Motel provides a terrace and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self parking
    • A vending machine
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Thunderbird Motel offer thoughtful touches such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and shampoo
    • 32-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
    • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • 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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 February 3 2025 to February 1 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15.00 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Thunderbird Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 15.00 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thunderbird Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Thunderbird Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Thunderbird Motel located?

Situated in Pocatello, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Idaho State University, Idaho Museum of Natural History, and The Warehouse. Museum of Clean and Reed Gymnasium are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Thunderbird Motel Reviews

6.0

6.6

Cleanliness

6.2

Location

7.4

Staff & service

5.4

Property conditions & facilities
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

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

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

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

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

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

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

6/10 Okay

Rhonda

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

Check their beds!!

We stayed at Thu derbird twice this summer (2023). The staff, and their rooms' overall condition, were fine...but we had to request "to be given another room" on each occasion because the beds were in such POOR condition. The beds in the second rooms were fine.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very outdated. They use regular keys instead of card keys. The room itself is clean and nice but when I pulled up I thought I was back in the 70s. Front desk clerk was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tatijana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel itself was a little dated, and google maps took me to the wrong spot, but once that was cleared up, it was good. The pillows were a little flat for my tastes, but I also blame myself for that since I know I am really particular about pillows and forgot to bring my own from home. Staff was very friendly and helpful. My only big gripe was that the hot water took quite a while to get warm when the shower is first turned on. The AC was cool and worked well which was good since the high was in the 90s for the weekend I was there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Lyle

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom faucet sprayed water allover when turned on. Bathroom fan dirty and made terrible noise, couldn't use. Smoke detector was setting behind tv and looked broken. Window curtains covered up the fan on AC unit. The bed was great got a good nights sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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

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

Shirley

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

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

2/10 Terrible

Joel

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