Thunderbird Lodge, nestled near the heart of the action, offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and a cozy bar. Relax in the sauna or stay connected with free in-room WiFi; previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Bar
Laundry facilities
24/7 front desk
Pet friendly
Main amenities (9)
Sauna
Bar/lounge
Business center
Meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Free newspapers in the lobby
Banquet hall
For families (6)
Children stay free
Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
Microwave
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Laundry facilities
$80 nightly
The total price is $89
$89 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
97 reviews
(97 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
350 sq ft
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds
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Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
350 sq ft
Sleeps 5
2 Double Beds
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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
Enjoy your visit to Mitchell with a stay at Thunderbird Lodge. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge and the sauna makes for a relaxing end to the day. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and breakfast.
Languages
English
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
48 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 4 children (10 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Smoking rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 6 AM–10 AM
Bar/lounge
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Facilities
Sauna
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 5.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 20.00 per night
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Thunderbird Lodge Mitchell
Thunderbird Mitchell
Thunderbird Lodge Motel
Thunderbird Lodge Mitchell
Thunderbird Lodge Motel Mitchell
Frequently asked questions
Does Thunderbird Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Thunderbird Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Thunderbird Lodge?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 20 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 20.00 per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Thunderbird Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Thunderbird Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Thunderbird Lodge and nearby?
Thunderbird Lodge has a sauna.
What's the area around Thunderbird Lodge like?
Thunderbird Lodge is a short 14-minute walk from Dakota Wesleyan University and 15 minutes' walk from Highland Convention Center. Travelers say this motel is in a good location.
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Thunderbird Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Bed
Value
Location
Hot Tub
Restaurant
Food
Air conditioning
What guests liked
Breakfast options were plentiful and fresh, with many guests praising the variety and quality of the meal. (62 reviews)
A restaurant within walking distance was a bonus, offering good and reasonable options. (8 reviews)
The property's hot tub and sauna were clean and pleasant, providing a relaxing experience. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
Staff was accommodating
Place was ok for a place to stay
ONiel
ONiel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2025
Great stay
It was a surprisingly nice stay with two adults and 3 teens. We had room and comfortable beds.
Anni
Anni, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
Had a great sleep here. Fast check in and easy check out.
Derek
Derek, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 25, 2025
Clean and friendly
Doug
Doug, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2025
Nice place to stay
James
James, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 16, 2025
Clean, comfortable and convenient
This was a good value for our one night stay. Nothing fancy , but right off the interstate and an easy stop for our road trip.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2025
A great stay for the night. Both of my kids enjoyed the room.
Klayton
Klayton, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 22, 2025
Loved
AMERICAN OWNED!!!!!!!!
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 7, 2025
Passing through Mitchell
Clean comfortable room very reasonable price decent breakfast got us through. Hotel staff called and waited up as we checked in after midnight.
Bill
Bill, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
Clean, reasonably priced, great value!
Letha
Letha, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Owners were friendly. Rooms were dated but you could tell everything was welcoming, clean and a decent stop for the night. Would come here again when traveling through.
Elaine
Elaine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2025
Perfect for a stop on our vacation. Easy on and off of I-90. Thanks!
Judy
Judy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
Older motel but kept clean and friendly staff.
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
This is by far the best deal in rown and a great place to stay. We have stayed here multiple times.
Tony
Tony, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2025
Long day, happy travelers
First night of a three week road trip. After driving thirteen hours we were glad to arrive. Staff was friendly and helpful. Accomodations were clean and quiet. Bed was real comfy. Small city in South Dakota doesn't offer many options for dinning after 8 PM, but the family restaurant next door to the motel is a 24/7 restaurant. I feel this is a significant plus for the motel.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
A brief stay along the highway
For an older style hotel near a truckstop it is very nice. Well maintained.
Bradley
Bradley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 22, 2025
Comfortable bed, decent breakfast.
Dagmar
Dagmar, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 14, 2025
Older hotel. Needs upkeep.
Lori
Lori, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2025
Staff was very nice. Rooms were exceptionally clean. Very comfortable beds. Will stay there again!
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 21, 2025
Extremely dated and in poor condition. Many stains on carpet and bed spreads. Crumpled plaster in bathroom and stairs on tub and walls.use for emergency stay only
Nathan
Nathan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 20, 2025
Clean and reasonable with friendly staff. Breakfast was not good. Limited choices, overcooked eggs, small breakfast room that was too warm,
Lynette
Lynette, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 23, 2025
Tiny room and needs updating
The room was tiny and difficult to move around in. It appeared to be an addition to the original building and was not well maintained. We ended up leaving and staying at a different motel for the night.
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2025
Loved the TV!
Very friendly and the room was great, thank you.
Annette
Annette, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 26, 2025
Place was dated. Carpet kinda of gross and some lights didn’t work
Verified traveler
1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 16, 2025
Decent hotel. Just needed an adequate place to sleep. Did not sleep well on that mattress, but my back doesn’t do well on 99% of the mattresses out there. Did not try the complimentary breakfast