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Thunderbird Motel

2.0 star property
Golf motel near University of Montana

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A hotel room with a large bed, a small desk, a chair, a sofa, a bathtub, and a mirror.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, a refrigerator, and a coffee maker. There are two wooden chairs with red cushions.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a desk and chairs, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a shower.
Exterior
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a glass shower enclosure, and a tiled floor.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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1009 East Broadway, Missoula, MT, 59802
  • Place, University of Montana
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Washington-Grizzly Stadium
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilma Theatre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Missoula, MT (MSO-Missoula Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Mountain view
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a door.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Signature Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, City View

A hotel room with a large bed, a small desk, a chair, a sofa, a bathtub, and a mirror.

Signature Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, City View

  • City view
  • 3896 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Missoula

City center stay.With a stay at this Heart of Missoula motel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of University of Montana and 2 miles (3 km) of A Carousel for Missoula. Smokejumpers Center is within 9 miles (15 km) and Montana Snowbowl Ski Area is within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • University of Montana - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Missoula Art Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Washington-Grizzly Stadium - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Wilma Theatre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Caras Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Missoula Intl. Airport (MSO) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Liquid Planet Grille - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Press Box Restaurant Casino - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Motel

Golf motel near University of Montana
Thunderbird Motel offers its guests an indoor pool and a hot tub. There are 10 restaurants and 6 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a grocery/convenience store. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 14 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area are also featured at Thunderbird Motel.

This Missoula motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 10 dining venues
  • 14 bars or lounges
  • 6 coffee shops
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Thunderbird Motel offers 31 accommodations with irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. This Missoula motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • 10 restaurants
  • 14 bars/lounges
  • 6 coffee shops/cafes
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out fee: USD 10.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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.

  • Late check-out fee: USD 10.00

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10 AM to 10 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Thunderbird Motel to the airport?

Thunderbird Motel is 6.7 mi (11-min drive) away from the Missoula Intl. Airport (MSO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Thunderbird Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thunderbird Motel.

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 Motown Casino (4-min drive) and Diamond Jim's Casino (4-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Thunderbird Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Thunderbird Motel?

Free parking is not available at this motel.

Does Thunderbird Motel have a pool?

Thunderbird Motel features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10 AM to 10 PM.

Does Thunderbird Motel have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 10 restaurants on site.

Does Thunderbird Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Thunderbird Motel to downtown Missoula?

Thunderbird Motel is 0.7 mi away from Missoula.

Thunderbird Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 127 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff and in a great location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love staying their such friendly workers always recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay very courteous nice staff I will stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NICHOLAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
basic services for reasonable price great activity within walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff makes the stay the best. Jimmy is an amazing front desk person.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cyril

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

barbara

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great. Facility on last legs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quirky place that really doed make you feel at home.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay. Room as described
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They wherw very good and nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No complaints. Great rates. Long-term stay available. Amazing staff. Pet friendly. All around amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Cole

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do not ever come here it’s not worth it I promise
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff but need to vacuum!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Pamela

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

Convienent and clean motel

We stopped here on on our way from Washington to Minnesota. We were upgraded to a hot tub. :) The staff were very friendly and the motel met our needs for a restful nights sleep. It's a dated motel but well kept.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've spoken to Jim several times over the phone and finally met him for the first time face to face today. Jim is a really nice guy and funny. Definitely would recommend anyone to come here!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Larry

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are traveling and running late don’t book this hotel. If you are after midnight they won’t check you in and they will take your money. The common area was dirty and dated too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dr. Ryan

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Decent for the price

Friendly environment. My room had a leak on the floor under the sink. Close to where I needed to be but a little dated in the overall decor. Good enough for me but would probably not bring my wife and kids.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disgusting

This place is stinky and filthy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a budget-friendly option, which turned out to be surprisingly good. The room (we had king bed room) was unusually big! Usually you barely can fit between beds, but in this room you could dance. The bed was enormous. There was a table for eating which again was surprisingly convenient and easy to seat at. The room was clean, the staff friendly and there is Albertson next door and a river trail within a walking distance. It is not flashy, but for the price you get a very good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Gretchen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lobby needs an update. It looks as if it’s stuck in the 70’s. The parking was terrible and limited. There were questionable people hanging around outside. The whole property could really use an update. We didn’t even stay and went to a different hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Diana

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Toilet drained slow, shower dirty. Carpets dirty
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Teal

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Filthy dirty

Words cannot express how filthy dirty this hotel is! Absolutely horrid!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was mold in the shower a old moldy coffee filter left in the coffee pot and the floor was filthy. I asked for a towel and he had a disgusting little dog in his hands when he gave me the towel. Never again. I would rather sleep in my car.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

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