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Thunderbird Motel

2.5 star property
Motel perfectly located for exploring Bishop

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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190 W Pine St, Bishop, CA, 93514
  • Place, Little Lakes Valley Trail
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bishop City Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bishop Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bishop, CA (BIH-Eastern Sierra Regional)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Bishop

City center stay.With a stay at this Bishop motel, you'll be steps from Canal Walks and Little Lakes Valley Trail. C5 Studios Community Arts Center and Bishop City Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Little Lakes Valley Trail - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Canal Walks - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bishop City Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bishop Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tri County Fairgrounds - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Bishop, CA (BIH-Eastern Sierra Regional) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Erick Schat’s Bakkery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Little Looney - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Motel

Motel perfectly located for exploring Bishop
As a guest of Thunderbird Motel, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area and a front-desk safe. WiFi is free in public spaces. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). Self parking is free.

This Bishop motel is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • No smoking on site
Thunderbird Motel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Bishop motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 20.00 per pet, per night
  • 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, debit cards, and cash
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, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Thunderbird Motel to the airport?

Thunderbird Motel is 2.4 mi (8-min drive) away from the Bishop, CA (BIH-Eastern Sierra Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Thunderbird Motel?

As of May 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Motel on May 26, 2026 start from $113, including 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 Motel have an airport shuttle?

Thunderbird Motel offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day.

Does Thunderbird Motel offer free breakfast?

Thunderbird Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Thunderbird Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Paiute Palace Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Thunderbird Motel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at Thunderbird Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Thunderbird Motel have a pool?

Thunderbird Motel does not have a pool.

Does Thunderbird Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Thunderbird Motel to downtown Bishop?

Thunderbird Motel is 0.3 mi away from Bishop.

Thunderbird Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 452 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 452 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 452 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 452 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 452 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Scott

To bad, this place has potential, unfortunately the heater didn't work, but was provided a plug in. GFI however was broken. Toilet wasn't attached to the floor, the waste & overflow on the tub was hanging off. Had two remotes for the tv, one for volume & other for channels. On a good not, great hot water & pressure. Parking is very tight.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Zak

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was Not clean at all. Shower mold , hair & stains on shelves. Microwave was great & dirty. Smelled bad. Just seemed like it was Not cleaned before We checked ✔️ in. Not worth $178 dollars at night ! 😡
Shelves in bathroom
Shower tub mold
Filthy floor
Tip for the Cleaners ? Seriously!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christian, West Hollywood

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

robert

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walls were filthy, tub had mold, bathroom floor was filthy. Toilet paper was stuck to wall next to toilet. Wall socket next to sink kept tripping. Hairdryer cracked and very dirty. Tv picture was blue. The worst violation was the fire alarm was missing with wires sticking out of the wall. Light switch next to door had two different colors of paint all over it. Will never stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Jasmine

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

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

6/10 Okay

Christina

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was ok. An overwhelming scent of Fabulouso cleaner in the room. Unfortunately the floor behind the bathroom was really not clean at all. Beds were super comfortable, heater worked and it was dog friendly. Coffee shop was a few feet away, which was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Anastasiia

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, remodel and spacious room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Audrie, los angeles

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty, stains on pillowcases and blankets. Shower moldy. NEVER will stay here again. Soap dispenser had no top so dirt was getting in it. Parking had tiny spots. Bed was very very uncomfortable. This place needs an expection from someone.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Francisco

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cozy place to stay for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph, Montebello

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Continent area centrally located in Downtown Bishop. Front desk staff were very polite and friendly. No one came to clean my room /-:
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness
Deadbolt didn’t work. Heater sounded like a jet engine. Bed very squishy and pillows too stiff. Parking ok. Checkin ok. Manager had little English.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Toru

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Theodore

I was here last week and left a glowing review. I feel like I wasn’t recognized even after I said I’d be a regular. I’ll give them one more chance to get that together. Otherwise good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Clean, refurbished, easy check-in, all good. A hidden gem.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

gricelda

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Sailon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nicely updated room. The hotel staff was friendly and the location is very walkable to restaurants and shops. I only had a few qualms. The bed was very squeaky. The room only had a semi-transparent shade- a blackout curtain/shade would have been more effective. Check-in required me to fill in a form by hand- although much of that info could have been transferred by Travelocity. Lastly, I checked in at night and it was very cold but I couldn't turn on the heater. In the morning, I discovered the A/C was unplugged.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brigitte

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room I was
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice office staff, easy check in, clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the staff was nice, the shower was hot and the shower head tall enough for me. I'm 6'2". I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worked well
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lars

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and clean and quiet...
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025