Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near University of Oklahoma

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property
No Pets, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Standard Unit with Refrigerator & Microwave (Ground Level) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 250
AED 292 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun

Room options

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No Pets, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking Permitted, Kitchen Studio (Ground Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 33.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

No Pets, 1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Kitchen Studio (Second Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

No Pets, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Standard Unit with Refrigerator & Microwave (Ground Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Dog Friendly, 1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Kitchen Studio (Second Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Dog Friendly, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Kitchen Studio (Ground Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

No Pets, 1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Standard Unit with Refrigerator & Microwave (Second Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

No Pets, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking Permitted, Kitchen Studio (Second Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

No Pets, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking Permitted, Kitchen Studio (Ground Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

No Pets, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Kitchen Studio (Ground Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1430 24th Ave SW, Norman, OK, 73072

What's nearby

  • Riverwind Casino - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • University of Oklahoma - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Lloyd Noble Center - 5 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Norman Station - 7 min drive
  • Will Rogers World Airport (OKC) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK

Motel near University of Oklahoma
Located close to Sooner Mall and Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK provides a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, multilingual staff, and an off-leash area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews say great things the overall value, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 90 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English, Spanish

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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
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 35 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

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: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 35 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK located?

Situated near the airport, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of University of Oklahoma, Sooner Mall, and Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History. Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium and Lloyd Noble Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 557 out of 788 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 788 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 788 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 788 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 788 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Super friendly staff. Nice, quiet, and clean!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

It was great
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10

Our daughter attends OU, we live in Ohio and this is our home away from home when we come to Norman. Close to our daughter's apartment and close to everything. Love the staff! Mel perfect host!
Hanging out with our daughter making decorating hats for an excursion in Oklahoma City
Amazing pasta restaurant in downtown Norman
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10

Staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Dated property but very clean and located close to OU Campus. Staff was welcoming and they seem to be making updates to property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

First visit 4 years ago was not able to get the handicap room but the room we did get was very handicap accessible the room vibe was very welcoming something I rarely get from the corporate hotels and motels main reason I got a room there again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Mel gave excellent service. Checked us in early.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

The visit was wonderful, and the staff was incredibly friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

We stay here every time. Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Always a nice stay. Great staff. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

The manager and hostess Mel was extremely helpful and made our girl's stay awesome!! Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Nostalgic. Like walking back into the 80’s, in a good way. I wished we had time to stay longer. Would do an extended stay there and have everything needed in a motel room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10

The room was clean, but unfortunately, the property was horrendous. Even walking into the room that outside ceiling was falling down pipes were located to where you could’ve fallen.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Super comfortable room for a great price. Professional and courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Wonderful stay for family weekend and super pet friendly Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

I love room and desk clerk is fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Older property going through renovations Mela at the desk was terrific and well informed about the area and the property She is a true Diamond!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

Service was excellent. Only complaint we had was the size of bed and mattress, but again we have a California King at home. Will stay again but will upgrade to two beds or a king. Otherwise very satisfied.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Although no issues , neighborhood not appealing. Ok for the money to lay your had down. I personally will not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

The property is an older motel, but extremely clean. The gal that checked us in was a really pleasant. I appreciated her calling to see what time we expected to be there and doing some of the check-in early.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Great place to stay and very economical! Will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Very nice and quiet place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Very clean, friendly and easy check-in. The efficiency apt w/kitchenette was a real plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Great stay for family of 4
Stayed 1 night in May 2024