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Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK

2.0 star property
Motel near University of Oklahoma in Norman

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Stroll through the serene park, surrounded by a mature tree and a charming gazebo.
Kitchen area with a refrigerator, microwave, gas stove, sink, and countertop.
A formal dining setting with a square table and four chairs, featuring fine china and glassware.
Two single beds with wooden headboards and matching nightstands, adorned with white linens and decorative pillows.
Enjoy cooking and brewing in this well-equipped kitchen with a microwave and coffee maker.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1430 24th Ave SW, Norman, OK, 73072
  • Riverwind Casino
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • University of Oklahoma
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Oklahoma City, OK (OKC-Will Rogers World)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for No Pets, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking Permitted, Kitchen Studio (Ground Level)

1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

No Pets, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking Permitted, Kitchen Studio (Ground Level)

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

No Pets, 1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Kitchen Studio (Second Level)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for No Pets, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Standard Unit with Refrigerator & Microwave (Ground Level)

No Pets, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Standard Unit with Refrigerator & Microwave (Ground Level) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

No Pets, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Standard Unit with Refrigerator & Microwave (Ground Level)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Dog Friendly, 1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Kitchen Studio (Second Level)

1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Dog Friendly, 1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Kitchen Studio (Second Level)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Dog Friendly, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Kitchen Studio (Ground Level)

Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, freezer

Dog Friendly, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Kitchen Studio (Ground Level)

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

View all photos for No Pets, 1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Standard Unit with Refrigerator & Microwave (Second Level)

1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

No Pets, 1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Standard Unit with Refrigerator & Microwave (Second Level)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(63 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for No Pets, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking Permitted, Kitchen Studio (Second Level)

1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

No Pets, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking Permitted, Kitchen Studio (Second Level)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for No Pets, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking Permitted, Kitchen Studio (Ground Level)

1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

No Pets, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking Permitted, Kitchen Studio (Ground Level)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for No Pets, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Kitchen Studio (Ground Level)

1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

No Pets, 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Kitchen Studio (Ground Level)

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

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About the neighborhood

Norman

Close to airport.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Norman motel, you'll find University of Oklahoma and Sooner Mall. Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History and Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Riverwind Casino - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • University of Oklahoma - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Lloyd Noble Center - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Station - 7 min drive
  • Will Rogers World Airport (OKC) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK

Motel near University of Oklahoma in Norman
Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK offers its guests barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK also features a picnic area and express check-out. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Norman motel.

  • 90 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK offers 90 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Norman motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

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
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 35 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
  • 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: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Long-term renters welcome.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK to the airport?

Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK is 21.7 mi (26-min drive) away from the Will Rogers World Airport (OKC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK?

As of Jul 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK on Jul 21, 2025 start from $69.0, 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 Lodge, Norman, OK have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK.

Does Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK offer free breakfast?

Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Riverwind Casino (4-min drive) and Newcastle Casino (20-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK have a pool?

Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK does not have a pool.

Does Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK to downtown Norman?

Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK is 2.4 mi away from Norman.

Thunderbird Lodge, Norman, OK Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 572 out of 812 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 812 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 812 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 812 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 812 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This room had a nice mini-kitchen which I made a bit of use of. The bed was comfy and the climate control was perfect. As always, Mel was super friendly and made me feel welcome.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

MARYBETH

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

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

10/10 Excellent

Dana

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

Returning customer!

We stay at the Thunderbird Lodge for our annual trip to the Medieval Faire of Norman. It is perfect for us. Dog friendly and a small kitchen to heat breakfast and make lunches for the day. Mel is a gem and makes sure we have everything we need.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis

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

8/10 Good

Bryan

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

JAMES

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Although no issues , neighborhood not appealing. Ok for the money to lay your had down. I personally will not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nostalgic. Like walking back into the 80’s, in a good way. I wished we had time to stay longer. Would do an extended stay there and have everything needed in a motel room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronda

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

Awesome

The room was awesome. Lots of room. The kitchenette is very nice. Very, very clean. They even came and checked on us during a storm. We're going back next month. They even have smoking rooms. Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice budget hotel with super friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JORDAN

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

Clean and Comfortable

Older place but reasonably priced. VERY clean and comfortable! Super friendly staff. Close to campus and pretty much everything else in Norman. If you are coming thru for an OU game or two, this is a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARTHA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaToya

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

Number 1 Spot

I stay here often when visiting OKC and overall every stay has been wonderful. It’s quiet, the bed is comfortable, the shower water hits just right. And most of all the lady Mel is such an amazing person. She is very bubbly and blunt.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

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

No frills motel, immaculately clean rooms

I've been staying here when i come to visit with old friends for a few days. All I need is a clean quiet room to sleep in; Thunderbird Lodge provides just that. On the outside, it appears that it might be previously neglected property undergoing slow modest careful renovation. It's a solid two-star motel offering no breakfast nor functional swimming pool, but quiet, inexpensive, immaculately clean rooms, with extremely helpful and friendly front desk and housekeeping staff. Perfect for my purpose.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

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

A nice getaway

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meg

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The manager and hostess Mel was extremely helpful and made our girl's stay awesome!! Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The visit was wonderful, and the staff was incredibly friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a nice stay. Great staff. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

YAVUZ

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There was construction just infront of my room. They started working very early and it was impossible for me to focus on my works. This was my worst hotel experience. I do not recommend to anybody.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Great customer service!

Service was excellent. Only complaint we had was the size of bed and mattress, but again we have a California King at home. Will stay again but will upgrade to two beds or a king. Otherwise very satisfied.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Traveled with group

Pennies from Heaven.

Staff (Mel), was very personable and friendly. She called me to confirn my reservation letting me know what time I could check in till. And, she told me of all the places I may be interested in doing, as far as attractions and different types of restaurants we might want to eat at. I recommend this little piece of heaven for those of you who pinch your pennies and want to save on the hotel room. We had more money to play with @ Riverwind Casino!!!!!! They even have a little casino named, Thunderbird. Go figure!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025