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Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside

2.5 star property
Art Deco hotel near University of California, Riverside

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Property grounds
Lobby
Lobby sitting area
Lobby

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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2711 University Ave, Riverside, CA, 92507
  • Place, Riverside Convention Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Fox Performing Arts Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, University of California, Riverside
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ontario, CA (ONT-Los Angeles - Ontario Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Riverside

Eastside stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Eastside hotel, you'll find Riverside Art Museum and Riverside Metropolitan Museum. California Museum of Photography and Fox Performing Arts Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Riverside Convention Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Fox Performing Arts Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Fox Entertainment Plaza - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • University of California, Riverside - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Riverside Community Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Riverside-Downtown Station - 12 min walk
  • Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pho Ha #7 - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪El Trigo Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Heroes Restaurant & Brewery - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside

Art Deco hotel near University of California, Riverside
Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. The business-friendly Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside also features express check-in, express check-out, and a communal living room. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Riverside hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside offers 44 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express 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

  • 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

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside to the airport?

Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside is 13.1 mi (24-min drive) away from the San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside?

As of Dec 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside on Dec 18, 2025 start from $119.0, 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 in Riverside have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside.

How close is Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside to the beach?

This hotel is 17.9 mi (31-min drive) from Perris Beach.

Does Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside offer free breakfast?

Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside have a pool?

Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside does not have a pool.

Does Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside to downtown Riverside?

Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside is 0.8 mi away from Riverside.

Reviews

Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 421 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 93 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 153 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

alvaro

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

6/10 Okay

Payton

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The people who work here are wonderful! However, the photos I don't think fully captured the challenges with this place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dante

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Santiago

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Harvey

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryanne

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

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ac no work
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Francisco Javier

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
. Subject: Complaint About Hotel Stay and Request for Refund I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with my recent stay at your hotel. The room was in very poor condition and not suitable for staying in. Specifically: • The shower handles were broken, and I had to be moved to another room just to take a shower. • The sink faucet splashed water everywhere. • There was no iron available. • The refrigerator was dirty. • Overall, the room was not in acceptable condition. The only positive aspect of my stay was the staff, who were excellent and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Margarita

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon arrival bathroom sink had hair. Inside of microwave and mini fridge were dirty. Blanks and bed covers full of cigarette burns. I found used bottle caps and water bottles on the floor under the air conditioner. Property had homeless people squatting I want a refund or credit
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pramod

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Cayetano

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marvin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Isaías Simón

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marlon

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No Netflix but written in there website is available.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rodolfo

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marlon, riverside

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Andre

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
I like room was big but price was kinda high for one night and if didn’t order online was 50 dollars more in person which is ridiculous instead of matching it when showing it to them
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

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