City center stay.Stay at this Elko motel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Western Folklife Center and 2 miles (3 km) of Sherman Station. Elko Area Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center and Great Basin College are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Thunderbird Motel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Thunderbird Motel was completed in April 2025.
This 3-star Elko motel is smoke free.
70 guestrooms or units
2 levels
Built in 1975
English breakfast (free)
Self-service laundry
Television in lobby
No smoking on site
Water dispenser
Thunderbird Motel offers 70 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include dining tables. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
This Elko motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered once per stay.
Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Things to do
Seasonal outdoor pool
TV in common areas
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Thin carpet in room
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with premium channels
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Bathtub
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Dining table
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Desk
Desk chair
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Free local calls
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
LED lighting
Phone
Soundproofed rooms
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in, along with matching photo identification.
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
Pets: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 45 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
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 2 children 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property 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 20.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM
A late check-out fee will be charged
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 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
There is limited hot water on site.
The seasonal pool will open May 15 and close September 15.
Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM.
Up to 2 children 10 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
Pets are welcome in certain 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.
Alcohol isn't served or allowed at Thunderbird Motel.