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Thunderbird Motor Inn

2.5 star property
Golf Duncan motel next to a golf course

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2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property
Reception
Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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5849 York Rd, Duncan, BC, V9L 3S3
  • Place, Cowichan Aquatic Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Duncan Farmers Market
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Room options

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1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Duncan

In Duncan .Within a 5-minute walk of this Duncan motel, you'll find Cowichan Aquatic Centre and World's Largest Hockey Stick. Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus and Cowichan Performing Arts Centre are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cowichan Aquatic Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • World's Largest Hockey Stick - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Duncan Visitor Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Duncan Farmers Market - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Motor Inn

Golf Duncan motel next to a golf course
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite business center.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Thunderbird Motor Inn also features a vending machine, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Duncan motel.

  • 1 building
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Thunderbird Motor Inn offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads, bidets, and complimentary toiletries.

This Duncan motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests traveling with pets must contact this property in advance to ensure the availability of a pet-friendly room.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 30 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Weight limit: 60 lbs per pet
  • Certain rooms only
  • 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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.

  • Pet fee: CAD 30 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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, 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • 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.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Thunderbird Motor Inn to the airport?

Thunderbird Motor Inn is 6.2 mi (12-min drive) away from the Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Thunderbird Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thunderbird Motor Inn.

Does Thunderbird Motor Inn offer free breakfast?

Thunderbird Motor Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Chances Cowichan (16-min walk) and Chances Casino (17-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM.

Is there free parking at Thunderbird Motor Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Thunderbird Motor Inn have a pool?

Thunderbird Motor Inn does not have a pool.

Does Thunderbird Motor Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Thunderbird Motor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Thunderbird Motor Inn to downtown Duncan?

Thunderbird Motor Inn is 4 mi away from North Cowichan.

Thunderbird Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 248 out of 779 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 779 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 779 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 779 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 779 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Nice place. Nice room. Kind, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Priced right, clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room. Spacious
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Shane

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kim

Disliked: Cleanliness
Left a tag on our room to be cleaned at 8am got back at 5pm not cleaned. Bed bugs as well never again .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sulin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff were really nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charindu

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Pieter

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Darlene

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Pretty good. Good for the money. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Kanika

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was travelling and needed some rest and a nap. I was super comfortable, the shower is great and my room was nice and warm upon arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pardeep

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Manpreet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

anna

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

deepak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was ok but the parking lot when I pulled up was disgusting and dirty…homeless people sleeping on ground all around hotel. Didn’t feel safe there at all. When I started the tub the water came out dirty at first which is a pretty big turn off. Won’t stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Hugh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The reception staff was nice and helpful and the room is very clean. For the price it was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's located in a strategic area, also next to the homeless. The room floors are not mopped, I had to clean it twice myself. Staff are super friendly and nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

George

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Grant

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Motor Inn that has seen better days

The Thunderbird Motor Inn is old and shows it. Bathtub tax dripped, vanity taps were loose, cleaning was superficial, security minimal. Motel is also in an area where there are many homeless people. They caused no problem for us but it wasn’t a comfortable area to walk. Staff were very helpful and responsive, but there wasn’t much they could do. After we left, my wife discovered her cell phone was missing and we went back to the Motel to see if it had been left there. Staff were very helpful to us as we searched (unsuccessfully) for the phone. We later found it packed in a suitcase (oops) but want to thank the staff (office and cleaning) who helped us look for it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kabal

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All good
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room, everything as expected.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shelley

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very unsafe neighborhood. Dirty room, toilet that didnt flush. People screaming from the hotel room next to us. We couldn’t even stay had to leave and they wouldn’t refund us the money. We walked in the room and right back out. Awful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kular

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025