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Best Western Thunderbird Motel

2.5 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this Cookeville hotel

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Relax in our welcoming lobby, featuring a reception desk, comfortable seating, and a small bar area.
Relax in a stylish room with a sofa, armchairs, and a flat-screen TV.
Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, sofa, and coffee table.
Two double beds with white bedding and pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with blue curtains.
Relax by the pool surrounded by lush greenery and a serene atmosphere.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
900 S Jefferson Avenue, Cookeville, TN, 38501
  • Cookeville History Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Tennessee Tech University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Cane Creek Park
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room;with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly) | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cookeville

In Cookeville .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Cookeville hotel, you'll find Dogwood Park and Cookeville History Museum. Cookeville Performing Arts Center and Cookeville Depot Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Cookeville History Museum - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Cookeville Performing Arts Center - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Tennessee Tech University - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Cane Creek Park - 8 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Cummins Falls State Park - 25 min drive - 14.1 miles

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Best Western Thunderbird Motel

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this Cookeville hotel
Best Western Thunderbird Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

There's an onsite business center. Best Western Thunderbird Motel also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cookeville hotel.

  • 76 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Best Western Thunderbird Motel offers 76 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 36-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 0.01 per night)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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

  • Pets: USD 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lbs per pet)
  • 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! Children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per night.

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.

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0.01 per night (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Children 16 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.
  • Pets are welcome in certain 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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Thunderbird Motel to the airport?

Best Western Thunderbird Motel is 71.7 mi (66-min drive) away from the Nashville International Airport (BNA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?

As of Jul 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Thunderbird Motel on Jul 30, 2025 start from $80.96, 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 Best Western Thunderbird Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Thunderbird Motel.

Does Best Western Thunderbird Motel offer free breakfast?

Best Western Thunderbird Motel offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?

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

Is there free parking at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Thunderbird Motel have a pool?

Best Western Thunderbird Motel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Does Best Western Thunderbird Motel have a restaurant?

Best Western Thunderbird Motel is home to El Tapatio, which features Mexican cuisine.

Does Best Western Thunderbird Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Thunderbird Motel to downtown Cookeville?

Best Western Thunderbird Motel is 1.5 mi away from Cookeville.

Best Western Thunderbird Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 546 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 331 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1012 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

MICHAEL, BARTLETT

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeremy

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The reviews are very misleading. The room smelled awful. I went in, spent less than two minutes there, and went back to the front desk and requested a refund. There was no way I was going to sleep there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great service, clean room.

The staff was incrdibkey friendly and helpful. The hotel was obviously a bit okder but was clean and in good repair. I will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

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

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable room. Staff was friendly, polite and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Among the cleanest hotels in the area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

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

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

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

Comfortable stay.

Clean comfortable room. Stayed with my husband for 3 nights while visiting family. Love the M3xican restaurant on propery, very convenient. The food was really good, and prices were reasonable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen, Fort Collins

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice enough
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Perry

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

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good breakfast, quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lucinda

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, staff friendly, breakfast was good, and Mexican restaurant on site was good and very convenient. Pet areas were not lighted- one was close to the road with a lot of holes,, and the other a very small area next to dumpsters and a steep hill without a fence which made it unsafe for pet and owner. Suggest at the very least install lighting in those areas.

6/10 Okay

Latoyia D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The mattresses are not comfortable at all other than that facility was clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean nice staff great room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Joerg

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