Close to airport.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Norman motel, you'll find University of Oklahoma and Sooner Mall. Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History and Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Lloyd Noble Center - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
Getting around
Norman Station - 7 min drive
Will Rogers World Airport (OKC) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Panera Bread - 3 min drive
Olive Garden - 3 min drive
Whataburger - 3 min drive
Chick-fil-A - 3 min drive
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - 3 min drive
About this property
Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK
Motel near University of Oklahoma in Norman
Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK offers its guests barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK also features a picnic area and express check-out. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Norman motel.
90 guestrooms or units
2 levels
3 buildings
Front desk (limited hours)
Express check-out
Staff is multilingual
Garden
BBQ grill(s)
Outdoor picnic space
Smoking in designated areas
Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK offers 90 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.
This Norman motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.
Languages
English, Spanish
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Freezer
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express 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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets: USD 15 per pet, per night
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 35 lbs per pet)
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
Certain rooms only
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.
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 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
Property is also known as
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Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 568 out of 807 reviews
10 - Excellent
568
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 807 reviews
8 - Good
185
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 807 reviews
6 - Okay
37
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 807 reviews
4 - Poor
8
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 807 reviews
2 - Terrible
9
9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Bryan
Apr 4, 2025
Bryan
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
JAMES
Travelled with family
Apr 4, 2025
Disliked: Amenities
Although no issues , neighborhood not appealing. Ok for the money to lay your had down. I personally will not stay here again.
Nostalgic. Like walking back into the 80’s, in a good way. I wished we had time to stay longer. Would do an extended stay there and have everything needed in a motel room.
The room was awesome. Lots of room. The kitchenette is very nice. Very, very clean. They even came and checked on us during a storm. We're going back next month. They even have smoking rooms. Great place!
Older place but reasonably priced. VERY clean and comfortable! Super friendly staff. Close to campus and pretty much everything else in Norman. If you are coming thru for an OU game or two, this is a wonderful place to stay.
I stay here often when visiting OKC and overall every stay has been wonderful. It’s quiet, the bed is comfortable, the shower water hits just right. And most of all the lady Mel is such an amazing person. She is very bubbly and blunt.
I've been staying here when i come to visit with old friends for a few days. All I need is a clean quiet room to sleep in; Thunderbird Lodge provides just that.
On the outside, it appears that it might be previously neglected property undergoing slow modest careful renovation. It's a solid two-star motel offering no breakfast nor functional swimming pool, but quiet, inexpensive, immaculately clean rooms, with extremely helpful and friendly front desk and housekeeping staff.
Perfect for my purpose.
There was construction just infront of my room. They started working very early and it was impossible for me to focus on my works. This was my worst hotel experience. I do not recommend to anybody.
Service was excellent. Only complaint we had was the size of bed and mattress, but again we have a California King at home. Will stay again but will upgrade to two beds or a king. Otherwise very satisfied.
Charles
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Colleen
Travelled with group
Feb 24, 2025
Pennies from Heaven.
Staff (Mel), was very personable and friendly. She called me to confirn my reservation letting me know what time I could check in till. And, she told me of all the places I may be interested in doing, as far as attractions and different types of restaurants we might want to eat at.
I recommend this little piece of heaven for those of you who pinch your pennies and want to save on the hotel room. We had more money to play with @ Riverwind Casino!!!!!! They even have a little casino named, Thunderbird. Go figure!!!!!
Spotless room with everything you need for an overnight stay. Who cares if the property is old? It has been exceptionally maintained and everything in the rooms work flawlessly. It’s obvious that the owners take great pride in their establishment. There is no reason to overpay at a corporate chain hotel when you can just stay at TL!
David
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
6/10 Okay
Clayton
Feb 21, 2025
2 thumbs up
Clayton
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Darius
Travelled with family
Feb 2, 2025
Thunderbird stay!
Older property going through renovations
Mela at the desk was terrific and well informed about the area and the property
She is a true Diamond!!!
Darius
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Donn
Jan 25, 2025
The person who handles check in was very thorough and very helpful. She listened to what I needed and made suggestions for where I might find things here in Norman. She was probably the best check in person I have come across in my travels. The room is clean, quiet and comfortable – I couldn’t ask for anything more.