Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo

2.0 star property
Motel near Circus World Museum in Baraboo

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, towels
Reception

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1013 8th St, Baraboo, WI, 53913
  • Place, SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Baraboo
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Circus World Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Al. Ringling Theatre
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Baraboo

City center stay.Stay at this Baraboo motel and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Circus World Museum and 6 miles (10 km) of Devil's Lake State Park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are International Crane Foundation and Ho-Chunk Casino.

What's nearby

  • SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Baraboo - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Circus World Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Al. Ringling Theatre - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • International Clown Hall of Fame & Research Center - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Al. Ringling Mansion - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Wisconsin Dells Station - 20 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Draft City Taproom - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Balanced Rock Winery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Log Cabin Family Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo

Motel near Circus World Museum in Baraboo
Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo offers its guests a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Baraboo motel is smoke free.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. 32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo to the airport?

Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo is 44.3 mi (52-min drive) away from the Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo?

As of Nov 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo on Nov 16, 2025 start from $55.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo.

How close is Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo to the beach?

This motel is 4.8 mi (11-min drive) from North Shore beach and 7.1 mi (18-min drive) from South Shore Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo offer free breakfast?

Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Ho-Chunk Casino (11-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo have a pool?

Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo does not have a pool.

Does Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo to downtown Baraboo?

Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo is 1 mi away from Baraboo.

Reviews

Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 477 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 162 out of 477 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 477 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 477 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 477 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sheree

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Abby

Traveled with group
Was a decent place for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Dylan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a fabulous restaurant down the road. Our room was not good. There are people who actually live in this hotel. They stand outside and smoke...a lot. There are ash stains everywhere by the doors. We were greated by a horrible smell when we entered our overheated room. There were pubic hairs all over the bathroom. There were dead flies in the corners of the room. We stayed in 2 different rooms at this hotel. Both were bad. If my husband had not prepaid for the second at the end of the week, we would not have returned after the first night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was much worse than pictures. Smelled like smoke. I spilled water on the ground and wiped it up and the cloth was black. 0/10 recommend. Thankfully the food nearby was good. I would never stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ashley

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff was not very friendly, although we did arrive quite late at night. Our room was tidy, but by no means clean and smelt strongly of cigarettes. The beds were fine and check out was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay here and very accommodating!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikolaj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good experience for a short stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

William

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

solid experience

Its a good Inn . Nice and quiet . Close to everything in the area . Clean . Easy to get in and out of . Simply nice .
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ouliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lucas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pretty nice all around, recently painted and appears it has new flooring. Good experience, minimal noise. Only slept and showered for the 2 nights, beds are pretty average, pillows are actually pretty good! Water pressure is GREAT.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey L.

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Value

Great Value - Older but clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Hailey

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barb

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would stay there again. Nice place and nice people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Adequate motel with the usual ammenities. Comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Charlie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do not recommend Smelled smoke all night, stained sheets, room was very hot it took hours to cool down
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeff

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of dust/dirt on shelves and in bathroom, must be short maid.Lock didn't work, never fixed. Exterior doors were dirty. Only 1 trash bin.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jacob

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Old school charm. Room was clean and painted recently. Bathroom could use some updates but great place for the price
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Henry

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel close to where we were playing. Room was clean and spacious. Very quiet also compared to some of the other we’ve stayed at.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Rich

Disliked: Cleanliness

Older motel, not much for amenities

It's an older place. They've done some updating, like LED ceiling lights, but our mattress was old style with actual noisy springs inside! Not as clean as I would've liked - cursory cleaning without attention to detail. Room smelled like deodorizer covering up smoke, in a non-smoking room. Looked like they expected people to smoke right outside the door. We stayed 3 nights but probably wouldn't stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

rachelle

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Justin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Look like a getto motel.. didn't even get out of my vehicle to register for the room...
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025