Cookeville Performing Arts Center - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Tennessee Tech University - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
Cane Creek Park - 9 min drive - 5.5 km
Getting around
Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 66 min drive
Restaurants
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 7 min walk
McDonald's - 5 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 10 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 11 min walk
Cracker Barrel - 7 min walk
About this property
Best Western Thunderbird Motel
Enjoy your visit to Cookeville with a stay at Best Western Thunderbird Motel. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at El Tapatio, which serves Mexican cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. A 24-hour fitness centre and a fitness centre are offered, and in-room conveniences include sofa beds and fridges. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
76 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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
Children
Children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets allowed (2 total, up to 36 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
WiFi in rooms*
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 6 AM–9 AM
Restaurant
Coffee/tea in a common area
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Working away
Business centre
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Pool loungers
Facilities
24-hour fitness centre
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Handrails in stairwells
Closed-captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
36-inch LED TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Sofa bed
Pillow-top mattress
Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
WiFi (surcharge)
Free long-distance and local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors
Special features
Dining
El Tapatio – This restaurant specialises in Mexican cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
WiFi is available in guest rooms for USD 0.01 per night (rates may vary)
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
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 accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).
Also known as
Best Thunderbird Cookeville
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Cookeville Best Western
Best Western Thunderbird Motel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 36 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Best Western Thunderbird Motel and nearby?
Best Western Thunderbird Motel has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near Best Western Thunderbird Motel?
Yes, El Tapatio offers Mexican cuisine.
Best Western Thunderbird Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
15 November 2024
Newbie
My 1st time at a Best Western and def. awesome. Desk help on top of things and very knowledgeable. Very clean. Exceptional stay.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
14 November 2024
On the way to Nashville
One night stay before hitting Nashville. Rooms are done nicely but lacking some general maintenance. Easy parking and there was good Mexican food right there.
Miranda
Miranda, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 November 2024
Julianti
Julianti, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 October 2024
Skyler
Skyler, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 October 2024
Nice stay
Room was large. Very clean. Bed was a bit firm for me, otherwise a great room. Ate at the Mexican Restaurant across the lot. Food was great.
Nina
Nina, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
16 October 2024
Old, run down, noisy, questionable area, ok for one night
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 October 2024
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
13 October 2024
Hotel lobby was smell smoky
Rattana
Rattana, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
27 September 2024
We came for a softball tournament and were pleased how
easy it was to get from the hotel to the fields! That's also
true for the restaurants we
We loved our room!! Parking was good. There were places
to dine close by and also there was a restaurant across
the parking lot! The continental breakfast good, but I would
change to larger waffle maker. Would for sure stay there
again!
Kathy
Kathy, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 September 2024
Tony
Tony, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 September 2024
The staff is so sweet and helpful! This is our second time staying here, anytime we plan to go through Tennessee, this is our place!
So pet friendly, we just love that there’s a full trail/area around the hotel for pet owners to bring their animals and get their energy out!
You can tell how much everyone is enjoying their stay when we got there! There were families enjoying the pool in the rain and everyone was super happy!
Stay here if you need a comfortable, affordable, pet safe & friendly place!
Kiiri
Kiiri, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 September 2024
Great place to stay for the night!
We stopped here for 1 night to and from a trip to Arkansas. Hotel is older but in great condition. Room was clean, bed comfortable, nothing walking around with more than 2 legs. Breakfast was basic but really good, and the staff were wonderful. There is also a Mexican restaurant on the property, and they were delicious. Would definitely stay here again!
KENNETH
KENNETH, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
18 September 2024
Lori
Lori, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 September 2024
Really nice place to stay!
Well kept older hotel with a decent breakfast, great staff, qnd a really good Mexican restaurant next door.
KENNETH
KENNETH, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 September 2024
lise n
lise n, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 September 2024
Overnight
It was clean and in good repair. The mattress was soft, but then I like my mattress firm. Would definitely stay there again.
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 September 2024
sandra
sandra, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
28 August 2024
Cassandra
Cassandra, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 August 2024
Very nice. Room was clean, staff was pleasant.
I would certainly recommend.
Normally we never pay attention to hotel breakfast, but because of all the notable mentions in other reviews of gluten free options and how wonderful the breakfast was, we decided to check it out. Yes there were a couple of GF cereals, yogurt and fruit. Not sure if the eggs looking product and sausage were but even if they were since they were touching the toast that could be a problem for most people with gluten issues. All the food labels said they contained bioengineered ingredients so we didn’t end up having anything after all but it did look probably a degree better than the typical generic hotel breakfast option. Enjoy I guess!
Richard
Richard, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 August 2024
John
John, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
18 August 2024
Inexpensive modest room, just what we needed for the night.
Tamarra
Tamarra, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 August 2024
Cleaing
The maids didn’t clean the room on the second day but they did give us towels
Melissa
Melissa, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 August 2024
We loved the attached Mexican restaurant!
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
6 August 2024
The carpet was gross. You had to hold the handle down on the toilet to make it flush. This was room 106. Also there was no ice in the ice machine on first floor or second floor.