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Thunderbird Lodge

2.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Mitchell motel

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

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

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
  • ‪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.

How much does it cost to stay at Thunderbird Lodge?

As of Dec 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Lodge on Dec 22, 2025 start from $60.0, 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.

Thunderbird Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 634 out of 1334 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 417 out of 1334 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 178 out of 1334 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1334 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1334 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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

Kaelyn

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and the staff was great. The area did not have a good place to walk.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

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

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, safe, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeShea

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

Best value stay!!

This is a top-notch stay. Lobby, breakfast room, and my room were very clean. Everything worked perfectly. All staff were friendly and helpful! If I'm ever I'm Mitchell overnight again, I will definitely book another room here!
Stayed 2 nights 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

Mandy, Spencerport

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was exactly what we needed after driving 20 hours. Our room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable. Check in and out was quick. Overall great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Justin

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

Keep Looking!

Room was damp, carpet was wet, and it smells like mold and mildew. I woke up sick after the first night and checked out a night early and had to find a different hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sherry, Little Falls

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The clerk was very rude. When we walked into the lobby, he was sleeping in a chair. I didn’t care but his rudeness I did care about. He gave me a 2nd floor room. I explained that I had requested no steps/stairs. His response,”we full”. No apology or attempt to be kind. Room was ok. Bed lumpy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Cristina, winthrop

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Cheap, but run down, lacking charm. Clean though, and cheap
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaylynn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice people running the place!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

william

wonderful staff very attentive and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Troy

Traveled with partner
The rooms were out dated and had a bit of a smell. Was okay stay for the price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Pat

Just ok
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

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

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

Worth the $$

Excellent place for the price. Breakfast not so much but McDonald’s and a family restaurant are right next door.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Tanu

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025