Thunderbird Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel near River Street in Savannah

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated, desk
Lobby
Porch
Exterior
Game room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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611 W Oglethorpe Ave, Savannah, GA, 31401
  • River Street
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Savannah College of Art and Design
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Forsyth Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Savannah, GA (SAV-Savannah - Hilton Head Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Savannah

Historic District - North stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Historic District - North hotel, you'll find River Street and Savannah College of Art and Design. SCAD Museum of Art and Savannah Civic Center are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • SCAD Museum of Art - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Savannah Civic Center - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • River Street - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Savannah College of Art and Design - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Forsyth Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 9 min drive
  • Savannah - Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Grey - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Congress Street Social Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rogue Water Tap House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Rail Pub - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Corleone's Trattoria - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Inn

Hotel near River Street in Savannah
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Gift shops/newsstands, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Thunderbird Inn. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Savannah hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1964
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
Thunderbird Inn offers 42 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include showers.

This Savannah hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards, hair dryers, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 40.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 25.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 40.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Thunderbird Inn.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Thunderbird Inn to the airport?

Thunderbird Inn is 15.8 mi (23-min drive) away from the Savannah - Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Thunderbird Inn?

As of Sep 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Inn on Oct 2, 2025 start from $97.24, 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 Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thunderbird Inn.

How close is Thunderbird Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 13.2 mi (26-min drive) from Butter Bean Beach.

Does Thunderbird Inn offer free breakfast?

Thunderbird Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Thunderbird Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Thunderbird Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Thunderbird Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 25.00 per night.

Does Thunderbird Inn have a pool?

Thunderbird Inn does not have a pool.

Does Thunderbird Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Thunderbird Inn to downtown Savannah?

Thunderbird Inn is 0.6 mi away from Savannah.