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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
Front of property
Exterior
Hallway

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

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
(113 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 Hitchcock Park 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
  • Hitchcock Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 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 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Marlins Family Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪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

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Thunderbird Lodge?

As of Nov 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Lodge on Dec 13, 2025 start from $62.0, 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 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.

Reviews

Thunderbird Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 629 out of 1323 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 415 out of 1323 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 175 out of 1323 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1323 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1323 reviews

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

JANE, CROOKSTON

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel management was very friendly, beds were very comfortable. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was clean and well kept. easy access from the interstate. restaurant close by. staff was friendly. would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaDona

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was reasonably priced as compared to others in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sena

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service and reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Alfredo

Liked: Staff & service
Staff was very nice upon check in, it’s an old inn so don’t expect much. Rooms are very dated and old. Location is great right off highway.Metal box spring was annoying at times. Biggest gripe was pricing $80, this room should rent in the $35-$45 a night range.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Dianna

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
For the price, the Thunderbird Lodge was a good value. The room was clean, the bed comfortable and the breakfast options fine. Unfortunately, our sink was slow and then it locked up and wouldn’t drain at all. But we were leaving so we didn’t bother trying to have it addressed. Had we done so, we may have found the personnel extremely responsive. I will say that everyone on staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Definitely would not recommend, due to the fact we got called TWICE about our check in time within one hour while we were at our concert! We were trying to enjoy the
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and room was nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mike

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

8/10 Good

Meghan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rory

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an older place but clean and a good value for people who are on a budget.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

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

Excellent

Room was updated and very clean. Comfortable beds and good breakfast selection.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean. Friendly staff. walkable dining options
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service

Was ok for a quick stop

It was a difficult check in, I reserved two rooms and it was hard to communicate that the rooms were in two different names not one. The man at the counter started yelling at me so I asked him to please stop and then he calmed down. The office and breakfast area were extremely warm, no AC.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

MICHELLE

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

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

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

Don’t stay here.

This place was bad. The people/owners at the front desk were very friendly, but this place is extremely worn down and beat up. I would not recommend it at all, not even to my worst enemy. The carpet was soiled, the walls had stains on them, the bed was probably at least 30 years old and we could hear people in the next room sneezing. It was gross.
Next to the bed, exposed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Anne

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room needs to be deep cleaned & repaired.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Debra, Saint Paul

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Pam

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jane

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

Don’t stay here!!!!

Arrived early evening to be told my booking did not exist on their system and they had no rooms available. Sent me to a very low rated motel nearby and said I did not have to pay. Took one look at the motel and had to find another hotel for the night. All very suspicious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Tim

Liked: Staff & service
I was charged for a pet that I don’t have. $40.00. Please refund me my money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025