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Thunderbird Motor Inn

2.5 star property
Guests can enjoy coffee from the cafe or meals at York St. Diner, with attentive staff always on hand to enhance the experience at Thunderbird Motor Inn

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Thunderbird Motor Inn blends comfort with convenience in every detail. Travelers start their day with breakfast at York St. Diner, connect using in-room WiFi, and benefit from staff members who ensure everything runs smoothly throughout their stay.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AED 293
AED 337 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar

Room options

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

1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Duncan, Thunderbird Motor Inn is next to a golf course. Duncan Farmers Market and Mill Bay Centre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore The Raptors and Inwood Creek Park. Cowichan Aquatic Centre and Cowichan Performing Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing. Visit our Duncan travel guide
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5849 York Rd, Duncan, BC, V9L 3S3

What's nearby

  • Cowichan Aquatic Centre
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • World's Largest Hockey Stick
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Duncan Visitor Centre
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Duncan Farmers Market
    13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ)
    67 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Tim Hortons
    13 min walk
  • A&W Restaurant
    3 min walk
  • Starbucks
    10 min walk
  • Tim Hortons
    6 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Motor Inn

Motel adjacent to a golf course
Take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and laundry facilities at Thunderbird Motor Inn. Be sure to enjoy a meal at York Street Diner, the on-site family restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a business center.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a vending machine, and newspapers in the lobby
  • A nature reserve
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Thunderbird Motor Inn offer perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep soaking tubs
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and microwaves

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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

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve

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
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests traveling with pets must contact this property in advance to ensure the availability of a pet-friendly room.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 30 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Up to 60 lbs per pet
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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

  • Pet fee: CAD 30 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Thunderbird Motor Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, Thunderbird Motor Inn allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 60 lbs per pet. There's a fee of CAD 30 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 7 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Motor Inn on 8 March 2026 start from AED 293, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM.

What time is check-out at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Thunderbird Motor Inn located?

Situated in Duncan, this golf motel is within a 5-minute walk of Cowichan Aquatic Centre and World's Largest Hockey Stick. Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus and Cowichan Performing Arts Centre are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Thunderbird Motor Inn Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 248 out of 780 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 780 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 780 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 780 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 780 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Nice place. Nice room. Kind, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
For the cost this is a great hotel and was clean with comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
yes. Cheap and cheerful! Staff was very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room, everything as expected.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness
The reception staff was nice and helpful and the room is very clean. For the price it was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Deena

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet at night, hot shower, and it’s down the street from a good skatepark.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was travelling and needed some rest and a nap. I was super comfortable, the shower is great and my room was nice and warm upon arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and Easy to park.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel offers free wi-fi, and laundry costs are very reasonable to use the washer & dryer, as is the cost to buy the detergent at the front desk. The staff is extremely friendly & helpful. I really enjoyed my stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kular

Nice staff,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friend upon check in. Great room. Clean and cozy. Very close to all sorts of things
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place is outstanding! So very clean, great view, quiet, friendly staff! Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the location. Their totem. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dailene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An older property but very clean and kept up. Bed was comfortable and the bedding and towels good quality. Microwave and heating/cooling unit in the room worked well. Easy walk to food and coffee. Good price. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location off the main highway
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gower

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

8/10 Good

Freddy

I stay there often. It is a convenient stop half way up island
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's located in a strategic area, also next to the homeless. The room floors are not mopped, I had to clean it twice myself. Staff are super friendly and nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Susan

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

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent peeps and the rooms are super clean . Good place to stay and will most definitely be considered again in the near future
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

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

Perfect for one night

Affordable and clean. Staff was accommodating to our late arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property was clean and staff excellent but the area was uncomfortable with people sleeping on the sidewalk
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Affordable, very friendly staff, and clean accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Perry

Property is quiet being next to a major highway and no one really bothers you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kabal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All good
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025