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Thunderbird Motor Inn

2.5 star property
Duncan motel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Living area
Exterior
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business centre
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby (surcharge)
Feel at home
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is NZ$126
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 January 2025

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

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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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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2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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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1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

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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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

  • Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus - 7 min walk
  • Quw'utsun' Cultural Centre - 15 min walk
  • Chances Casino - 17 min walk
  • BC Forest Discovery Centre - 3 min drive
  • The Raptors - 7 min drive

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

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Neko Ramen - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Green Leaf Vietnamese Bistro - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Motor Inn

Thunderbird Motor Inn is a great choice for a stay in Duncan. For a bite to eat, guests can visit York St. Diner, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 32 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

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

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
  • For more details, 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.

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

Children

  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

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

Other information

  • No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

Working away

  • Business centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Garden

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

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

York St. Diner – This diner serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Policies

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.
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

Thunderbird Motor Duncan
Thunderbird Motor Inn
Thunderbird Motor Inn Duncan
Thunderbird Motor Inn North Cowichan
Thunderbird Motor North Cowichan
Thunderbird Motor
Thunderbird Motor Inn Motel
Thunderbird Motor Inn Duncan
Thunderbird Motor Inn Motel Duncan

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?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
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. 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?
Thunderbird Motor Inn has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Thunderbird Motor Inn?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, York St. 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 7-minute walk from Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus and 4 minutes' walk from Cowichan Aquatic Centre.

Thunderbird Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Soubhik, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Staff were friendly and helpful and the bedding and linens were very clean. The bed was a bit hard on my back and that is the only reason why I didn’t give it a higher rating.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

We found bedbugs around 10pm and the motel office closes at 9pm so there was no one to assist us. This is awful customer service and a safety concern for the property and all the occupants. We had to leave in the middle of the night and drive to a brand name hotel and pay again, where we knew we would has assistance should anything happen. I expect a full refund.
Lisa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Motel needs to be torn down and rebuilt. Room has horrible odor and bed is cheap and uncomfortable.
Roland, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

For what this place cost I expect better dirty bedding rock hard beds surrounded by homeless and druggies would not recommend unless you have no choice
Chris, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Was fine for spending a single night.
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Amy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

An older property that could use some updating. It was VERY clean, though. There was a definite lack of plug-ins and the one by the bed didn't work.
Daniel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good value. I would stay there again.
FRANK, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Michael, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kerry gave excellent service. The cleaning staff were lovely.
Bruce, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

It was clean but tired. AC was great for the weather. Staff was friendly. Also did not like or know about the credit card hold which was more than the cost of one night’s stay. Probably would not stay again.
Melinda, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Basic for off road stay
John, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great
Malan, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Christopher, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Zhao, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

The garbage smell when we first pulled into the parking lot was awful. The rooms were clean so kudos to housekeeping. The surroundings were run down including the black asphalt was pulling off on the stairs and outside of the rooms. Rooms are dingy and outdated.
Inderjit, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Could’ve make it more clean and tidy .. both room and surroundings.
fathima, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good service
Colemann, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Tammy, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jamieson, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Better place to stay.affordable,spacious and convenient place
Shahil, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The people were great and helpful. The area is run down and a little noisy, but lots of eating establishments in the area.
Nancy, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Christie, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review