Thunderbird Lodge, nestled near the heart of the action, offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and a cozy bar. Relax in the sauna or stay connected with free in-room WiFi; previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Bar
Laundry facilities
24/7 front desk
Pet-friendly
Main amenities (9)
Sauna
Bar/lounge
Business centre
Meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Free newspapers in the lobby
Banquet hall
For families (6)
Children stay free
Cots/infant beds (surcharge)
Microwave
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Laundry facilities
Room options
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
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Excellent
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Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
33 sq m
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds
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Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
33 sq m
Sleeps 5
2 Double Beds
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Avera Queen of Peace Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 61 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 1 min walk
Casey's - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 8 min walk
Culver's - 15 min walk
Marlin's Family Restaurant - 1 min walk
About this property
Thunderbird Lodge
Enjoy your visit to Mitchell with a stay at Thunderbird Lodge. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge and the sauna makes for a relaxing end to the day. Fellow travellers say good things about the helpful staff and breakfast.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
48 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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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 18
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Children
Up to 4 children (10 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Smoking rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 6 AM–10 AM
Bar/lounge
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in reception
Facilities
Sauna
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for USD 5.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 20.00 per night
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per day
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Thunderbird Lodge Mitchell
Thunderbird Mitchell
Thunderbird Lodge Motel
Thunderbird Lodge Mitchell
Thunderbird Lodge Motel Mitchell
Frequently asked questions
Does Thunderbird Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Thunderbird Lodge 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 Lodge?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 20 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 20.00 per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Thunderbird Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Thunderbird Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Thunderbird Lodge and nearby?
Thunderbird Lodge has a sauna.
What's the area around Thunderbird Lodge like?
Thunderbird Lodge is a short 14-minute walk from Dakota Wesleyan University and 15 minutes' walk from Highland Convention Center. Travellers say that this motel is in a good location.
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Thunderbird Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Bed
Value
Location
Restaurant
Hot Tub
Food
Air conditioning
What guests liked
Breakfast options were plentiful and fresh, with many guests praising the variety and quality of the meal. (64 reviews)
A restaurant within walking distance was a bonus, offering good and reasonable options. (8 reviews)
The property's hot tub and sauna were clean and pleasant, providing a relaxing experience. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Good
2 Aug 2025
Good staff, small breakfast area!
gerald
gerald, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
12 Jul 2025
We have stayed here several times and always found it very good
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
7 Aug 2025
While this is an older mo tel, it was very comfortable.
Kathy
Kathy, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
13 Jul 2025
Clean, good breakfast, nice staff.
Maggie
Maggie, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
9 Aug 2025
Great place to stay. I've stayed here s few times now and haven't been disappointed. Breakfast isnt the greatest other then that 0 complaints.
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
28 Jul 2025
Clean, safe and close to highway
Carolyn
Carolyn, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
3 Aug 2025
The Hotel was good, bedding on the beds very clean and looked new. Bathroom a little dated, but shower was good.
Lowell G.
Lowell G., 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
21 Jul 2025
Very friendly staff. Clean and comfortable room. Would stay again
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
22 Jul 2025
It is okay for a short stay.
Yuxin
Yuxin, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
11 Jul 2025
Was comfortable and clean, and fit our needs perfectly.
Matt
Matt, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
21 Jul 2025
Folks there were very nice. It's a dated facility but it served our purpose and the breakfast was good.
elizabeth
elizabeth, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
30 Jun 2025
Very clean and friendly atmosphere.
Nickie
Nickie, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
19 Jul 2025
It was a fine place
Dianne
Dianne, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
15 Jun 2025
Friendly staff, quiet area
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
18 Jul 2025
Comfortable and affordable
Pamela
Pamela, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
26 Jul 2025
Great for a cheaper stay in the area. Its what you would expect for this type of hotel. No frills but clean and safe.
Kacee
Kacee, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
7 Jul 2025
Affordable, clean, convenient. Perfect for a quick overnight stay. Beds were comfy, shower was good.
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
7 Aug 2025
Friendly staff. Room was clean. Parking was great for my motorcycle
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
18 Jul 2025
Pleasantly impressed with the property. I like that it is not part of a larger chain. The bed was incredibly comfortable, good breakfast, and very friendly employees.
Kathryn
Kathryn, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
9 Aug 2025
Very much a utility property but clean and consistent. Beds were comfortable and rooms were clean. Breakfast was more extensive than we expected which was good.
Tim
Tim, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
14 Jul 2025
this was an older hotel but it was clean and updated
Kathy
Kathy, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
6 Jul 2025
Stopped here for the night on vacation trip. I stay at many upper level chain hotels on business trips and this little hotel exceeded all with comfort, cleanliness and hospitality. Staff went above and beyond, beds were comfy and clean!
Kim
Kim, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 Jul 2025
Very clean rooms
Denise
Denise, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
14 Jun 2025
Great stop for the cost. Rooms were clean and staff was friendly
Erin
Erin, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
27 Jul 2025
Location good, very nice and helpful staff. Room needs to be updated