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Thunder Valley Casino Resort

4.0 star property
Enjoy 8 bars/lounges at this 4-star Lincoln hotel

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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1200 Athens Avenue, Lincoln, CA, 95648
  • Place, Thunder Valley Casino
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sacramento Convention Center
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Golden 1 Center
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe King

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

Deluxe 2 Queens

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

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About the neighborhood

Lincoln

In Lincoln .At this Lincoln hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Thunder Valley Casino and 3 miles (5 km) of Hardwood Palace. Also, William Jessup University is within 3 miles (5 km) and Strikes Unlimited is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Thunder Valley Casino - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cal Expo - 25 min drive - 28.7 miles
  • Discovery Park - 29 min drive - 33.3 miles
  • Sacramento Convention Center - 30 min drive - 32.0 miles
  • Golden 1 Center - 31 min drive - 35.1 miles

Getting around

  • Roseville Station - 16 min drive
  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thunder Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fatburger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Thunder Valley Casino Resort

Enjoy 8 bars/lounges at this 4-star Lincoln hotel
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. A complete renovation of Thunder Valley Casino Resort was completed in November 2017.

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

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 28 mi (36-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 Nov 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunder Valley Casino Resort on Dec 15, 2025 start from $113.49, 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 16.3 mi (35-min drive) from Granite Bay Beach and 16.8 mi (32-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 massages, body treatments, and mani/pedis.

How close is Thunder Valley Casino Resort to downtown Lincoln?

Thunder Valley Casino Resort is 3.8 mi away from Lincoln.

Thunder Valley Casino Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 445 out of 568 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 568 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 568 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 568 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 568 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Baron

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Indra Josephine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall everything was great even all the staffs were great. No complaints. We will be back soon to enjoy thanks to everyone
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay also was able to smoke cigars in the casino which is a plus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There should be more shopping options and more selections for sundries. At least 2 restaurants were closed the nights we were there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane

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

10/10 Excellent

Deana

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just stay the night very easy to check in and give you the checkout no problems at all
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding 8
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a casino hotel. If you like casino hotels you will like it. If you don’t like casino hotels then you won’t. They manage to keep the smoking smell as mild as possible in a place that allows smoking, the staff are nice and helpful and the place was very clean. My only critique would be that it would be nice to have a Native American museum or learning area as it’s a Native American casino. If you didn’t know state laws about gambling you’d think Reno just built a casino smack dab between Roseville and Lincoln.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Cleanest casino
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thunder Valley is beautiful. We had a great time. Just wish there were more dining options
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Douglas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Half the pool and all the spa was restricted to 21 and up for no reason. This was not advertised when booking so resulted in some very disappointed children. Also - all restaurant options are accessed from the casino floor which is very smoky. AVOID THIS PLACE WITH KIDS
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For my daughter's birthday we went too thunder valley for a night..we stayed at thunder valley resort .i absolutely loved it ,service was excellent and the rooms were clean (beds were comfy)they had everything i needed already in there rooms that i had forgotten..cant want to go back..i give ladies at check in 10/ 10 ..very polite and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doris

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

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were on a quick get-a-way
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaw

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very pleasant facility is amazing and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time! Very nice stop on our way to Tahoe!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to visit
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack Arnold, Castle Rock

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is luxurious and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025