See all properties

Thunderbird Motor Inn

2.5 star property
Motel in Duncan with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Thunderbird Motor Inn

Dining
Exterior
Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

View in a map
5849 York Rd, Duncan, BC, V9L 3S3
  • Cowichan Aquatic Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Duncan Visitor Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪77 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Duncan

Thunderbird Motor Inn places you within a 5-minute walk of Cowichan Aquatic Centre and World's Largest Hockey Stick. This motel has 32 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
View more Motels in DuncanOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Cowichan Aquatic Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • World's Largest Hockey Stick - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Duncan Visitor Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • BC Forest Discovery Centre - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Motor Inn

Motel in Duncan with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop
At Thunderbird Motor Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and express check-out. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a garden.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and microwaves are other standard amenities.

Similar properties

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Super 8 by Wyndham Duncan

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
6.8 out of 10, 916 reviews
$73 nightly
The price is $84
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Super 8 by Wyndham Duncan

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • York Street Diner

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests traveling with pets must contact this property in advance to ensure the availability of a pet-friendly room.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The motel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Thunderbird Motor Duncan
Thunderbird Motor Inn
Thunderbird Motor Inn Duncan
Thunderbird Motor Inn North Cowichan
Thunderbird Motor North Cowichan
Thunderbird Motor
Thunderbird Motor Inn Motel
Thunderbird Motor Inn Duncan
Thunderbird Motor Inn Motel Duncan

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Thunderbird Motor Inn offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

As of Sep 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Motor Inn on Sep 21, 2025 start from $71.77, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see around Thunderbird Motor Inn?

This motel is located in Duncan, just steps from Cowichan Aquatic Centre and World's Largest Hockey Stick, and within a short walk of Cowichan Performing Arts Centre. You'll also find Duncan Farmers Market and Cowichan Valley Museum less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Thunderbird Motor Inn feature a casino at the property?

No, Thunderbird Motor Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a soaking tub and premium bedding as well as a bar.

Does Thunderbird Motor Inn have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Thunderbird Motor Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Thunderbird Motor Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Thunderbird Motor Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Thunderbird Motor Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Yes, this motel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Thunderbird Motor Inn?

The closest major airport to Thunderbird Motor Inn is Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base), which is 6.2 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base), which is located 15.9 mi away (56-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Yes, every guestroom at Thunderbird Motor Inn comes with a balcony with some featuring city views.

Thunderbird Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 230 out of 721 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 281 out of 721 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 123 out of 721 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 721 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 721 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Corissa

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Business traveler
Other than the noise at night, relatively comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities
Provided essentials ie. bed, shower, toilet. Area in which the motel is located is a bit rough. Unfortunately addicts hangin out on the block so id be pretty vigilant when walkin out at night. Tons of food options close by though. No functioning diner on site even though the sign outside still says it does lol. But if you’re just lookin for a bed for the night it suffices without feeling super grungy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the shabby exterior I expected an awful room but it was clean and did not smell. Very old furnishings. Lack of power outlets. Receptionist made me wait well over 5 minutes while on the phone with a colleague.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kaij

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was there for a ball tournament and was unable to use the laundry facilities due to it being closed at 9. Area was super sketchy and I couldn’t find an ice machine. The beds were super uncomfortable and squeaked every time you moved.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ludmilla

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Ok room, clean enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Saphire

Traveled with family
The property is in a central area close to restaurants, didn’t see any bugs, but the staff seems a bit stretched.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Damy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. We enjoy the shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Charlene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room that was booked was not booked correctly but the fellow at the check in counter found a room that matched what we booked. He did a great job to help.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shirley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Didn’t like just receiving one key! The young man who checked us in was very kind in pointing us to a very nice restaurant…it was delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lincoln

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a dive
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gower

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything for shopping and central location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kyoko

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
You will get what you paid for. This is a motel by a highway - no upgrades, minimum furniture and bad lighting fixtures. There was a couch but you probably don’t want to sit on it - looked filthy. Bathroom was clean. Towels were clean. Bed mattress and duvet looked questionable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mohammed

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Thunderbird Motor Inn was great for what I wanted: a clean room with a comfortable bed and basic clean facilities. The shower was powerful, which was a good thing, but the bathroom fan could not keep up with the volume of steam. I found it best to leave the light/fan on, as there is no other ventilation to the bathroom, in order to combat the mildew smell.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property is very dated, but clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Darin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Paulina

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
The place is a bit sketchy, the rooms looked better in the photos, but in general is just ok, the rooms are big, the beds not that comfortable, the mini fridge and coffee machine are good, we stay only one night, if you stay for more day I wouldn’t recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Areena was wonderful, made our stay great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Avelino

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Rutu Sadaykumar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
When we stayed, our room had a door that was connected to another room. This was a bit scary. Safety wise I was really concerned about my belongings. Bathtub was accumulating water from the shower. Room walls were thin, I could hear people snoring from other room. Property is super old and Over all room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Sherri

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

Hotels

Hampton Inn Pawleys Island - Litchfield
Villa MJ Maristela Beach Resort
Hotels in Downtown Minneapolis
Point Pleasant Resort
Hotels near Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
San Remo Hotel
Hotels near Mardi Gras World
River City Casino & Hotel
Hotels in Rogers
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ocean City
Cheap Hotels in Midland
5 Star Hotels in East Houston
Cabin Rentals Northwest Indiana
Cabin Rentals Greensburg
Hotels in Valley Springs
BON Hotel Elvis
The Oceanside, a Coast Hotel

Flights

Flights from Las Vegas to Ho Chi Minh City
Flights from Tampa to Dublin
Flights from El Paso to Bangkok
Flights from San Antonio to Myrtle Beach
Flights from Santa Barbara to Cabo San Lucas
Flights from Tucson (TUS) to Puerto Peñasco (PPE)
cedar city regional airport
Flights from Vero Beach (VRB) to Greer (GSP)

Cars

Car rentals in Mount Pocono
Car rentals in Revelstoke
Car rentals in Abbotsford