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Thunderbird Motor Inn

2.5 star property
Duncan motel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Reception
Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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In Thunderbird Motor Inn, you'll find a mix of comfort and convenience. Savor breakfast at York St. Diner or unwind with WiFi in your room while the helpful staff ensure a seamless stay.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business centre
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Newspapers in lobby (surcharge)

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct

Room options

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1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
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

2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • 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
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
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
  • BC Forest Discovery Centre - 4 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 12 min drive
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 29 min drive
  • Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 56 min drive
  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 67 min drive
  • Mayne Island, BC (YAV-Miners Bay Seaplane Base) - 126 min drive
  • Bedwell Harbour, BC (YBW-Bedwell Harbour Seaplane Base) - 156 min drive
  • Galiano Island, BC (YMF-Montague Harbour Seaplane Base) - 166 min drive
  • Saturna Island, BC (YAJ-Lyall Harbour Seaplane Base) - 174 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Quesada Burritos & Tacos - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Motor Inn

Adjacent to a golf course, Thunderbird Motor Inn is a great choice for a stay in Duncan. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 32 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 1 AM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside 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
    • Guests traveling with pets must contact this property in advance to ensure the availability of a pet-friendly room.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (up to 27 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)
    • No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Working away

  • Business centre

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Garden
  • Adjacent to a golf course

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

York Street Diner – On-site family restaurant.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 30 per accommodation (may vary based on length of stay)

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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Thunderbird Motor Inn North Cowichan
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Frequently asked questions

Does Thunderbird Motor Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Thunderbird Motor Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a maximum weight of 27 kg per pet. There's a charge of CAD 30 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 1 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Chances Cowichan (16-min walk) and Chances Casino (17-min walk) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Thunderbird Motor Inn and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation such as ice skating and return when the snow melts for fishing and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Thunderbird Motor Inn also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, York Street Diner.

Does Thunderbird Motor Inn have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.

Does Thunderbird Motor Inn have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Thunderbird Motor Inn like?

Thunderbird Motor Inn is a short 4-minute walk from Cowichan Aquatic Centre and 7 minutes' walk from Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus.

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Thunderbird Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Older hotel but very clean. Would stay again
2-night trip

6/10 Good

Thankful to find this well maintained budget hotel after last minute change of plans
Lloyd, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Great water pressure.

I booked 9 rooms for a business trip most rooms were ok. Beds are hard, bathrooms were clean, but everything is pretty run down and in need of a refresh
Melissa, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

This place is outstanding! So very clean, great view, quiet, friendly staff! Highly recommended
Diane, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All good
Kabal, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location off the main highway
Alison, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean room, good location. Noisy in morning.

The room was okay. Location is good with several restaurants in walking distance. The negative is that the owner (I think) stood outside our door in the morning talking to another guest for a long time. It was loud and we could hear every word. I had to open the door and tell them to go talk somewhere else.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I stay there often. It is a convenient stop half way up island
Freddy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice stay

Near everything
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close to everything for shopping and central location
Gower, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Perfect for one night

Affordable and clean. Staff was accommodating to our late arrival.
Angela, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

No good ..

Absolutely incompetent staff ! They were unable to find out booking from the itinerary number & the Hotels.com confirmation. We will refrain from using this place again.
Parmvir, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

NYC motel
Gopi, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Motor Inn that has seen better days

The Thunderbird Motor Inn is old and shows it. Bathtub tax dripped, vanity taps were loose, cleaning was superficial, security minimal. Motel is also in an area where there are many homeless people. They caused no problem for us but it wasn’t a comfortable area to walk. Staff were very helpful and responsive, but there wasn’t much they could do. After we left, my wife discovered her cell phone was missing and we went back to the Motel to see if it had been left there. Staff were very helpful to us as we searched (unsuccessfully) for the phone. We later found it packed in a suitcase (oops) but want to thank the staff (office and cleaning) who helped us look for it.
Grant, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

There was
Debra, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Property is very dated, but clean and friendly staff.
Susan, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good shower

Shower was amazing. Great pressure and temperature. Thin walls and door make it quite noisy if it’s busy or people wake up before you.
Nathan, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Check in easy. Bed creaky. Great shower pressure.
Kevin, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Sketchy neighborhood, dated structure but decent .
Jay, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent peeps and the rooms are super clean . Good place to stay and will most definitely be considered again in the near future
Joel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was clean. We enjoy the shower.
Damy, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Okay for 1 night

We occupied the last available room. Neighbourhood not the best but okay for 1 night. Beds comfy.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

for one night it’s ok
Matthias, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Ok room, clean enough.
Ludmilla, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The property is in a central area close to restaurants, didn’t see any bugs, but the staff seems a bit stretched.
Saphire, 2-night trip