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Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro

3.0 star property
Motel in Hillsboro with free parking

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Reception
Balcony view
Point of interest
Exterior

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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203 N Interstate 35 Frontage Rd, Hillsboro, TX, 76645
  • Place, Hill Regional Hospital
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hill Junior College
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Texas Heritage Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Hillsboro

Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro is within the region of popular sights such as Cameron Park Zoo. This 50-room, 3-star motel has in-room conveniences like sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves.
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What's nearby

  • Hill Regional Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hill Junior College - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Texas Heritage Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Homestead Heritage - 28 min drive - 35.3 miles
  • Cameron Park Zoo - 30 min drive - 40.6 miles

Getting around

  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪R & K Cafe Ii - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro

Motel in Hillsboro with free parking
Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 43-inch LED TVs with digital channels. Other standard amenities include sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Exterior
Motel 6 Hillsboro, TX
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
7.2 out of 10, Good, 531 reviews
$62 nightly
The price is $70
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Hillsboro, TX

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 17 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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.
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro?

Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro?

As of Dec 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro on Dec 29, 2025 start from $49.49, 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 within easy reach of Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro?

This motel is located in Hillsboro within a short 20-minute walk of Texas Heritage Museum. Cell Block Museum is also within a driving distance of 2.9 mi.

Is there parking available at Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro feature a casino?

No, Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro?

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

Does Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro.

Does Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro?

The closest major airport to Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro is Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional), which is about 28.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro.

Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 72 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Omar

Business traveler
Bed was kinda hard for me. Wanted to get a receipt in the morning but had to wait for someone to open the office (8:30am?)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Best stay for the money
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

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

4/10 Poor

Javier

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old rundown motel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Price and convenience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

EARL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its an older motel, but I just needed a place to sleep and it was just fine. Happy with the rates, nice big TV, small fridge is nice to keep my travel drinks and snacks cold overnight, would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

cody

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Do not stay here.

Absolutely disgusting room. Every sheet was stained, comforter had what was clearly body fluids on it. Sheets were also ancient and had t been washed in God know when. Cigarette smell was baked into the walls, combined with a musty smell that reeked of untreated water damage and mold. Spent all of 3 minutes in that room before returning the key. Staff did not speak, just mimed what they needed signed and where the room was, so getting a refund was out of the question. I understand that it's a low budget motel, but your money is better spent atMotel 6 and any of the "Inns".
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

PHILIP

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Next to freeway conveniece. Good beds. Short ride into downdown Hillboro. Helpful freindly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Raul

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Raul

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Davina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sleep

Room served its purpose a place to shower and sleep. Very minimal in room, could use thicker blankets.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Dexter

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Average

The hotel is in need of major repairs. Old and dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Milo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Brian

Business traveler, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is filthy. I saw online checked in with a service dog. I stayed 3 nights and they refused to clean my room or even change the sheets. I went to the office after being gone all day on Sunday and asked why my room hadn't been cleaned again for the 3rd day and the owner started yelling at me I don’t clean room with dog. I explained I showed his wife service dog documentation when i checked in. He still refused later that evening his wife stopped by with sheets to change the bed i showed her the animals bed it stayed and that the dog had caused no problems. She apologized but i said forget changing the sheets I was checking out the next day. The hotel is infested with crickets crawling all over the place and dead one's on the floor they wouldn't even sweep the floor when i was gone. They told me when i checked in the dog wasn't a problem but it wasn't allowed to be left alone in the room alone and my dog never was but still never cleaned the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A place to sleep

It fit the bill for a place to sleep, but it is definitely not fancy by any means. It was cheap.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Davis

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good but

Just wish they would know the laws about service dogs
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ice was hard to come by. Manager on duty was VERY kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Travis

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place has bed bugs
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Victoria

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place looked pretty shady when we arrived, but I figured being right next to the highway it would be okay. Woke up the next morning to head to our destination and had three cop cars parked out front while they were dragging a person out and entering the room with gloves on. Probably the worst stay ever including the shower not working and the bathroom being tiny and almost impossible to move around in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

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