Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Quw'utsun' Cultural Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Chances Casino - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
BC Forest Discovery Centre - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
The Raptors - 7 min drive - 6.0 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
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
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
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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?
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
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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
30 September 2024
Soubhik
Soubhik, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
28 September 2024
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.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
23 September 2024
Ann
Ann, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
21 September 2024
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
Lisa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
20 September 2024
It was quiet and clean but the stairs to the second floor were awkward.
D James
D James, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
17 September 2024
Motel needs to be torn down and rebuilt. Room has horrible odor and bed is cheap and uncomfortable.
Roland
Roland, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
16 September 2024
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
Chris, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
16 September 2024
Was fine for spending a single night.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
12 September 2024
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
12 September 2024
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
Daniel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 September 2024
Good value. I would stay there again.
FRANK
FRANK, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
10 September 2024
Michael
Michael, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 September 2024
Kerry gave excellent service.
The cleaning staff were lovely.
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
9 September 2024
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
Melinda, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
6 September 2024
Basic for off road stay
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 September 2024
Great
Malan
Malan, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
5 September 2024
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 September 2024
Zhao
Zhao, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
2 September 2024
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
1 September 2024
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
Inderjit, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
29 August 2024
Could’ve make it more clean and tidy .. both room and surroundings.
fathima
fathima, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 August 2024
Good service
Colemann
Colemann, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
21 August 2024
Tammy
Tammy, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 August 2024
Jamieson
Jamieson, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
17 August 2024
Better place to stay.affordable,spacious and convenient place