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Thunder Valley Casino Resort

4.0 star property
4-star spa hotel near Thunder Valley Casino

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Nightclub
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments
Front of property
Front of property
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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1200 Athens Avenue, Lincoln, CA, 95648
  • Place, Thunder Valley Casino
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Discovery Park
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Golden 1 Center
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)
  • 535 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe 2 Queens

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)
  • 535 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Lincoln

In Lincoln .A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Thunder Valley Casino and 6 miles (10 km) of Hardwood Palace. William Jessup University and Strikes Unlimited are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Thunder Valley Casino - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Discovery Park - 42 min drive - 26.8 miles
  • Sacramento Convention Center - 45 min drive - 26.8 miles
  • Golden 1 Center - 46 min drive - 28.8 miles
  • California State University Sacramento - 47 min drive - 25.7 miles

Getting around

  • Roseville Station - 16 min drive
  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thunder Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fatburger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Thunder Valley Casino Resort

4-star spa hotel near Thunder Valley Casino
Thunder Valley Casino Resort offers its guests a full-service spa, a hot tub, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, along with 2 coffee shops/cafes. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 8 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and wired Internet is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and 6 meeting rooms. A casino, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a nightclub are also featured at the business-friendly Thunder Valley Casino Resort. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Lincoln hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 408 guestrooms or units
  • 17 levels
  • 8 bars or lounges
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Built in 2003
  • Casino
  • Nightclub
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Thunder Valley Casino Resort offers 408 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Spa at Thunder Valley has 12 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: High-speed internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 25 per person
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 8 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 110 gaming tables
  • 24-hour gym
  • 3,500 slot machines
  • Bingo
  • Casino (250,000 square feet of space)
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Nightclub
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room coffee
  • Phone calls
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 25 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Thunder Valley Casino Resort to the airport?

Thunder Valley Casino Resort is 33.7 mi (40-min drive) away from the Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Thunder Valley Casino Resort?

As of Mar 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunder Valley Casino Resort on Apr 1, 2026 start from 116.49, 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 Thunder Valley Casino Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thunder Valley Casino Resort.

How close is Thunder Valley Casino Resort to the beach?

This hotel is 17.1 mi (38-min drive) from Granite Bay Beach and 17.6 mi (36-min drive) from Beals Point. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Thunder Valley Casino Resort offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Thunder Valley Casino Resort, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 8 and 25 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Thunder Valley Casino Resort?

During your stay you can enjoy the 250000 square-foot casino on site, featuring 3500 slot machines, 110 gaming tables, and bingo.

What time is check-in at Thunder Valley Casino Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Thunder Valley Casino Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Thunder Valley Casino Resort have a pool?

Thunder Valley Casino Resort features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Thunder Valley Casino Resort have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Thunder Valley Casino Resort have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Spa at Thunder Valley, where you can enjoy deep-tissue massages, facials, and body treatments.

How close is Thunder Valley Casino Resort to downtown Lincoln?

Thunder Valley Casino Resort is 3.7 mi away from Lincoln.

Thunder Valley Casino Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 499 out of 631 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 631 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 631 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 631 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 631 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daiana

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

10/10 Excellent

Resheila

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel recently remodeled and well worth the price. Front desk staff had great people skills. Huge casino helped cigarette smoke not be too bothersome. However, cigars and cloves should not be allowed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
every thing was very good. Will make another visit after Holidays...Hotel 4 star
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Nadia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Noisy room with construction noise on the floors above us. We were not told about and front desk was not helpful. Casino was horrible they lock machines and we lost so much money with no payouts. Will never be back there. Had better experience at Graton and Cashe Creek. Restaurants were good.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khristina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms, courteous staff, nice amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were fabulous! Very large. The bathroom very large also. With private potty room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elvia

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Baron

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINA, Elk Grove

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel I

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and very friendly people
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room is great. Check in was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

kerista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love it amazing customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extremely happy, highly recommended A+
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
No hot water In bath lavatory or shower
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Amenities
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myrlane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and comfortable. Very well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrasa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice clean quiet room. Up dated and good black out curtains. Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was amazing and staff were as well (front desk, valet, and baggage).
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Baron

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025