Nestled near Lake Buchanan, Thunderbird Resort & Event Center offers a haven for adventure seekers. Enjoy canoeing, motor boating, and hiking/biking or unwind by the firepit with breathtaking views of Spider Mountain Bike Park. With an outdoor pool and sun loungers plus a playground for kids to burn off energy.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Pool
Non-smoking
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Marina
Outdoor pool
Conference centre
Meeting rooms
Air conditioning
Corner/local shop
Gift shops/newsstands
Picnic area
Charcoal grills
Wedding services
Limited hour front desk
Banquet hall
Feel at home (6)
Playground on-site
2 bedrooms
Kitchen
Television
Coffee/tea maker
Blackout curtains
Room options
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Exclusive House
Highlights
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Lake view
Sleeps 6
3 Queen Beds
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Standard Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
TV
Lake view
Sleeps 8
2 Queen Beds
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Luxury Mobile Home, 4 Bedrooms, Hill View
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Hill view
Sleeps 13
2 King Beds, 3 Single Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Queen Futons
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Comfort Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
TV
Lake view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Comfort Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Hill View
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Hill view
Sleeps 12
4 Queen Beds and 2 Queen Futons
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Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Lake view
Sleeps 12
4 Queen Beds and 2 Queen Futons
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Comfort House, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Lake view
Sleeps 12
4 Queen Beds and 2 Queen Futons
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Basic Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
11 reviews
(11 reviews)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
TV
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Basic Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Sleeps 8
2 Queen Beds and 2 Queen Futons
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Basic House, 3 Bedrooms, Partial Lake View
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Partial lake view
Sleeps 14
3 Queen Beds, 2 Single Beds, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Futon
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Signature Cabin
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Partial lake view
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Futon
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Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Lake View
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Partial lake view
Sleeps 12
4 Queen Beds and 2 Queen Futons
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Luxury House, 4 Bedrooms, Lake View
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Lake view
Sleeps 18
1 King Bed, 4 Queen Beds, 2 Queen Futons and 1 Single Trundle Bed
View all photos for Family House, 5 Bedrooms, Lake View
Family House, 5 Bedrooms, Lake View
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Lake view
Sleeps 20
5 Queen Beds, 2 Double Beds and 3 Queen Futons
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Canyon of the Eagles Nature Park - 12 min drive - 15.3 km
Inks Lake State Park - 18 min drive - 21.7 km
Restaurants
Paradise Point Marina - 53 min drive
Tea-Licious - 12 min drive
Templetons Tavern - 4 min drive
Porky's - 11 min drive
About this property
Thunderbird Resort & Event Center
A great choice for a stay in Burnet, Thunderbird Resort & Event Center features a marina. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, along with on-site hiking/biking trails, kayaking and mountain biking. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
24 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 4:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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 (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
On-site parking is limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Charcoal grills
Travelling with children
Playground
Local/corner shop
Pool gate
Fence around the pool
Paddleboard on-site
What to do
Basketball
Volleyball
Mountain biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Motor boating
Paddleboard on-site
Fishing
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference centre
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Wedding services
Bike hire
Bike shop
Bike repair services
Bike cleaning
Pool loungers
Paddleboard on-site
Facilities
Picnic area
An outdoor pool
Marina
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Dock
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Walkway to water
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
2 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
No lift (single-level property)
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Soap
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Freezer
Microwave
Kitchen
Stovetop
Oven
Toaster
Cookware, dishes and utensils
Dining table
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Thunderbird & Event Center
Thunderbird Resort & Event Center Lodge
Thunderbird Resort & Event Center Burnet
Thunderbird Resort & Event Center Lodge Burnet
Frequently asked questions
Does Thunderbird Resort & Event Center offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Thunderbird Resort & Event Center 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.
Is there a pool at Thunderbird Resort & Event Center?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Thunderbird Resort & Event Center?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Thunderbird Resort & Event Center?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Thunderbird Resort & Event Center?
You can check in starting at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Thunderbird Resort & Event Center and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, mountain biking and fishing. Additional recreation on-site includes basketball and volleyball. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a picnic area.
Does Thunderbird Resort & Event Center have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, a toaster and cookware.
What's the area around Thunderbird Resort & Event Center like?
Thunderbird Resort & Event Center is located a short 6-minute walk from Spider Mountain Bike Park.
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Thunderbird Resort & Event Center Reviews
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Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10
Great trip to relax and enjoy the area.
Christie
1-night trip
10/10
Just a one night stay. Price was right, room clean and comfortable
Sara
1-night trip
10/10
Great studio for a couple with everything you need for a stay including a full size fridge and stove. Very clean!
Laura
1-night trip
10/10
Clean and friendly, loved the room
Lisa
2-night trip
10/10
Great Experience!!
Run
2-night trip
10/10
The cabin was so clean and had everything we needed! It was quiet at night and we all slept like a baby! We went hiking around the lakes in the area but didn’t do any water activities. When the water level is up in Lake Buchanan, we will be coming back! Definitely recommend staying here!!
Carrie
3-night trip
10/10
Nice cabin. Full size kitchen. For the price, it can't be beat.
Eric
1-night trip
10/10
Great place to stay with families! Kind staff, clean rooms, located near hiking trails, and it has beautiful sunsets!
Andrea
2-night trip
10/10
Very nice and quiet place! Great vacation spot for kids!
Jeremy
3-night trip
10/10
It was an excellent stay for us. The staff were so friendly. I love the rustic style of our cabin. We will becoming back
Maria Anna
2-night trip
8/10
The location is wonderful.
Bethany
2-night trip
10/10
very private.. comfy beds
denise
2-night trip
10/10
This resort was fabulous. Great for families.
kathryn
2-night trip
10/10
Enjoy the location the place was great
Roland
3-night trip
10/10
Our cabin at the Thunderbird Lodge was perfect for our short vacation at Spider Mountain. Easy to check in after hours, spacious accommodations, beautiful property, and a short bike ride to the lift and walk to hiking. Front office was super friendly. Will definitely be back. Highly recommended!
James
2-night trip
10/10
Cute place and super quiet.
Brittney
8/10
Nice outdoor place
Kaushal
2-night trip
10/10
Great get away.
Deborah
1-night trip
10/10
Pretty setting. Great staff
TERRI
1-night trip
8/10
Great view of lake and spidermountain
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10
We were there for a business trip, it was very nice to be able to come back and be to prepare our meals and just sit and enjoy the views and the quiet surrounding.
Sandra
2-night trip
10/10
Very clean nice location
Keith
1-night trip
8/10
peaceacegul placxe, comfortable, excellent environment for fa ilies
Fernando
2-night trip
10/10
It reminded need me of Colorado and it was peaceful. The view was also great.
Yenni
3-night trip
10/10
It’s was very peaceful,the service was great, the price for the stay was worth it. Great experience.