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Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Hillsboro motel

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Reception
Extra beds
Point of interest
Exterior
Point of interest

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
203 N Interstate 35 Frontage Rd, Hillsboro, TX, 76645
  • Hill Junior College
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Texas Heritage Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Hill County Courthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Hillsboro

In Hillsboro .Within the region of this Hillsboro motel, you'll find Cameron Park Zoo.
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What's nearby

  • Hill Regional Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hill Junior College - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Texas Heritage Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Cell Block Museum - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Hill County Courthouse - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Braum's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Hillsboro motel
Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro offers its guests a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Hillsboro motel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro offers 50 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature air conditioning. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 43-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 17 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • 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.

  • Early check-in 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 17 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro to the airport?

Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro is 36.7 mi (39-min drive) away from the Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro?

As of Jun 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro on Jun 12, 2025 start from $52.0, 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 Motel Hillsboro have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro.

Does Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro offer free breakfast?

Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro have a pool?

Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro does not have a pool.

Does Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro to downtown Hillsboro?

Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro is 2 mi away from Hillsboro.

Thunderbird Motel Hillsboro Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 68 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Price and convenience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

EARL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its an older motel, but I just needed a place to sleep and it was just fine. Happy with the rates, nice big TV, small fridge is nice to keep my travel drinks and snacks cold overnight, would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

cody

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

Do not stay here.

Absolutely disgusting room. Every sheet was stained, comforter had what was clearly body fluids on it. Sheets were also ancient and had t been washed in God know when. Cigarette smell was baked into the walls, combined with a musty smell that reeked of untreated water damage and mold. Spent all of 3 minutes in that room before returning the key. Staff did not speak, just mimed what they needed signed and where the room was, so getting a refund was out of the question. I understand that it's a low budget motel, but your money is better spent atMotel 6 and any of the "Inns".
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

PHILIP

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Next to freeway conveniece. Good beds. Short ride into downdown Hillboro. Helpful freindly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Raul

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Raul

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Davina

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

Sleep

Room served its purpose a place to shower and sleep. Very minimal in room, could use thicker blankets.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Dexter

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Average

The hotel is in need of major repairs. Old and dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Milo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Brian

Business traveler, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is filthy. I saw online checked in with a service dog. I stayed 3 nights and they refused to clean my room or even change the sheets. I went to the office after being gone all day on Sunday and asked why my room hadn't been cleaned again for the 3rd day and the owner started yelling at me I don’t clean room with dog. I explained I showed his wife service dog documentation when i checked in. He still refused later that evening his wife stopped by with sheets to change the bed i showed her the animals bed it stayed and that the dog had caused no problems. She apologized but i said forget changing the sheets I was checking out the next day. The hotel is infested with crickets crawling all over the place and dead one's on the floor they wouldn't even sweep the floor when i was gone. They told me when i checked in the dog wasn't a problem but it wasn't allowed to be left alone in the room alone and my dog never was but still never cleaned the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A place to sleep

It fit the bill for a place to sleep, but it is definitely not fancy by any means. It was cheap.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Davis

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Good but

Just wish they would know the laws about service dogs
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ice was hard to come by. Manager on duty was VERY kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Travis

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place has bed bugs
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Victoria

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place looked pretty shady when we arrived, but I figured being right next to the highway it would be okay. Woke up the next morning to head to our destination and had three cop cars parked out front while they were dragging a person out and entering the room with gloves on. Probably the worst stay ever including the shower not working and the bathroom being tiny and almost impossible to move around in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Lance

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Gidgit

Disliked: Room comfort

Hard beds make it hard to sleep

The beds were like hard slabs of stone. The floor was not clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Nancy

It’s somewhat so-so..

It’s not great. A wet towel was on the bathroom floor at our arrival day. No bath mat too. Asked for the replacement and got just one extra towel and not many towels to offer.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Mike

Business traveler
Disliked: Room comfort

Not happy

Things were ok with the exception of comfort and rest. The bed was as hard as a rock, we were unable to get comfortabld. The curtains were not large or wide enough to block out the light , so you were more or less trying to sleep in the daytime. Other than that it was ok. Would not reccomend to people with back or hip issues, or anyone who cant sleep with lights on.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023