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Thunderbird Lodge

2.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Mitchell motel

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi
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Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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1601 S Burr St, Mitchell, SD, 57301
  • Place, Highland Convention Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Dakota Wesleyan University
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Corn Palace
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Hair dryer, towels

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(115 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Room, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Family Room, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(117 reviews)
  • 3498 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Mitchell

In Mitchell .Within a 15-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Dakota Wesleyan University and Highland Convention Center. Dakota Discovery Museum and Mitchell Technical Institute are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Highland Convention Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Dakota Wesleyan University - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Dakota Discovery Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mitchell Aquatic Center - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Corn Palace - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Marlins Family Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Lodge

Enjoy free breakfast at this Mitchell motel
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A sauna, a vending machine, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at Thunderbird Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Mitchell motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Thunderbird Lodge offers 48 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 20.00 per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • 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.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 5.0 per day.

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 deposit: USD 20.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children 10 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in smoking rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Thunderbird Lodge to the airport?

Thunderbird Lodge is 68.6 mi (61-min drive) away from the Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Thunderbird Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thunderbird Lodge.

Does Thunderbird Lodge offer free breakfast?

Thunderbird Lodge offers free continental breakfast every day from 6 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Thunderbird Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Thunderbird Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Thunderbird Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Thunderbird Lodge have a pool?

Thunderbird Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Thunderbird Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Thunderbird Lodge to downtown Mitchell?

Thunderbird Lodge is 1.3 mi away from Mitchell.

Thunderbird Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 638 out of 1347 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 423 out of 1347 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1347 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1347 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1347 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carl, Breezy Pt

Business traveler
Convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

WAYNE, MINNEAPOLIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to spend the night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes, I come back every year hunting and the place is awesome, low cost, best morning breakfast, the owners are very nice and the places, clean, comfortable, Safe, etc. I will be coming again next year
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thunton

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

KELLY

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stay every year at the Thunderbird Lodge. Dog friendly and we love the convenient location. The breakfast is good too.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clark

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed here the past few years while coming to pheasant hunt. It’s definitely a great place to stay for the value and what we needed. Will stay here next year!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jetse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, safe
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Yeah, it was nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ROOM was very clean. At check-in was very friendly. Breakfast was real good. Slept well and felt refreshed in morning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was simple and good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, very easy. I wish the seating in the breakfast room was more people friendly. Nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

dennis

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth C

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Chuck

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Monte s.

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel and amentities were lacking and the hotel rating was embellished
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Summer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They had a waffle maker, bagels, hard boiled eggs, cereals, yogurts, coffee, and juices for breakfast. The room were very clean, the beds were very comfortable, and the staff was very friendly, accomodaring, and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Dustin

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Drywall needed repair in multiple places, bathroom, and main room. Rust on the floor board heater. Just overall needs updating. Suggest an LVP instead of 40 year old carpet. Happy I brought Flip flops to walk around in.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Traveled with family
Staff very friendly and helpful, room nice and clean, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin, James City

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy N

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value and location. Owners and staff are very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, modern rooms. Don't let the old-style exterior fool you. They've put a lot of effort into updating. Great value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025