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Thunderbird Lodge

2.0 star property
Travelers start their day with continental breakfast before unwinding in the sauna or venturing out to explore the attractions just steps from Thunderbird Lodge

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Located near the center of activity, Thunderbird Lodge offers continental breakfast, a cozy bar, a sauna for relaxation, and free in-room WiFi. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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Hair dryer, towels

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(114 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Room, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Family Room, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(117 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 325 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Mitchell is home to Thunderbird Lodge. Mitchell Aquatic Center and Fish Lake Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hitchcock Park. Visit our Mitchell travel guide
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1601 S Burr St, Mitchell, SD, 57301

What's nearby

  • 0_16166
    Corn Palace
    5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Highland Convention Center
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Dakota Wesleyan University
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hitchcock Park
    3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Valtiroty Shiloh's Tabernacle
    5 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD)
    61 min drive

Restaurants

  • Culver's
    12 min walk
  • McDonald's
    1 min walk
  • Casey's
    3 min drive
  • Marlins Family Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • Starbucks
    8 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Lodge

Property highlights
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a bar at Thunderbird Lodge. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Meeting rooms, a vending machine, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Thunderbird Lodge include comforts such as free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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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

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 20.00 per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 5.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 20.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Thunderbird Lodge Mitchell
Thunderbird Mitchell
Thunderbird Lodge Motel
Thunderbird Lodge Mitchell
Thunderbird Lodge Motel Mitchell

Frequently asked questions

Is Thunderbird Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 20.00 per night and a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thunderbird Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Thunderbird Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Thunderbird Lodge located?

Situated in Mitchell, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Dakota Wesleyan University and Highland Convention Center. Dakota Discovery Museum and Hitchcock Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Thunderbird Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 634 out of 1339 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 421 out of 1339 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1339 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1339 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1339 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are looking for a comfortable room that is CLEAN, you can’t beat this place. We’ve stayed several times now during trips across the state. They are always very polite & welcoming. As an added bonus, it’s super affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was very clean and the breakfast in the morning was very good and had a good selection to choose from. I highly recommend staying there. I will be on the way back from MN.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value and location. Owners and staff are very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

RANDY

Wonderful family run place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding and helpful staff, comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel management was very friendly, beds were very comfortable. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, beds were geeat and breakfast was super!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed one night and it was perfect. The bed was so comfortable and the room spotless. Loved the heat lamp in the bathroom. The owners/managers and staff were so friendly! We'll definitely stay here again our next time through Mitchell.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night, location was convenient to interstate, affordable and clean. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, safe, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location for finding food gas Slept decent Staff friendly Good overnight stop.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean friendly convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and fresh towels
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, clean, and friendly reliable staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the location, the ease of checking in & out, the staff, the parking and where our room was located, as it was nice & quiet, for a good traveling night’s sleep!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ROOM was very clean. At check-in was very friendly. Breakfast was real good. Slept well and felt refreshed in morning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great cheap place to stay on I90 staff was friendly room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Nice stop on the trip

Staff was friendly, room was clean, bed was comfortable, all amenities worked perfectly. A nice stay. I’d stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice for a one night stay. Restaurant options available within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place! The staff were all very friendly and helpful. This is an older property that is well taken care of.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was exactly what we needed after driving 20 hours. Our room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable. Check in and out was quick. Overall great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cabela’s, Menards and Walmart very close - good for us when passing thru town and needed to visit all three
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaylynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! The gentleman at the desk has been great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025