Title: Thunderbird Motel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Thunderbird Motel Motel in Bishop with free airport shuttle and 24-hour front desk ![Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2936000/2935955/c8949178.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2936000/2935955/802147d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2936000/2935955/536b6de9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2936000/2935955/91d63544.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2936000/2935955/5c9fe6f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Thunderbird Motel, in the heart of the city, offers a practical base for urban adventures. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi, morning coffee or tea in the lobby, and convenient luggage storage. The staff consistently earns praise for their helpful service. 7.0 Good ## Popular amenities - Free airport shuttle - Pet-friendly - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping - Parking included - Free WiFi £83 includes taxes & fees 22 Sept - 23 Sept ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 16 - Sept 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=2935955&PinnedHotelID=2935955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=2935955&PinnedHotelID=2935955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 17 - Sept 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-17&endDate=2025-09-18&selected=2935955&PinnedHotelID=2935955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-17&endDate=2025-09-18&selected=2935955&PinnedHotelID=2935955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=2935955&PinnedHotelID=2935955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=2935955&PinnedHotelID=2935955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=2935955&PinnedHotelID=2935955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=2935955&PinnedHotelID=2935955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2936000/2935955/380f5a77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds 8.4 Very good 9 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge TV Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Hairdryer Microwave Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2936000/2935955/8c0c33c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed 8.0 Very good 12 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge TV Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Hairdryer Microwave Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBishop-Hotels-Thunderbird-Motel.h2935955.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBishop-Hotels-Thunderbird-Motel.h2935955.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.36386%2C-118.39584&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bLYQQzC5rCRehxk0J4wmIZ_4Q2A=) 190 W Pine St, Bishop, CA, 93514 #### What's nearby - Little Lakes Valley Trail - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Bishop City Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Northern Inyo Hospital - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles - Tri County Fairgrounds - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Paiute Palace Casino - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles #### Getting around - Bishop, CA (BIH-Eastern Sierra Regional) - 8 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Erick Schat’s Bakkery - ‬6 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk - ‪Jack in the Box - ‬12 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk - ‪Looney Bean - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### Thunderbird Motel Motel in the city centre Thunderbird Motel provides a free return airport shuttle and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self-parking - A 24-hour front desk, coffee/tea in reception and smoke-free property - A front desk safe and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Thunderbird Motel feature comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries - TVs with cable channels - Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 24-hour free return airport shuttle - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Family friendly - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - In the mountains ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - 2 floors - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Microwave - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Iron/ironing board - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total pets Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Thunderbird Bishop Thunderbird Motel Bishop Thunderbird Motel Motel Thunderbird Motel Bishop Thunderbird Motel Motel Bishop ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Thunderbird Motel pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much does it cost to stay at Thunderbird Motel? > As of 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Motel on 22 Sept 2025 start from £82.96, including 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bishop-Hotels-Thunderbird-Motel.h2935955.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Thunderbird Motel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Thunderbird Motel? > Check-in begins at 3 PM. ### What time is check-out at Thunderbird Motel? > Checkout is at 11 AM. ### Does Thunderbird Motel provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's a free airport shuttle. ### Where is Thunderbird Motel located? > Located in the heart of Bishop, this motel is steps away from Canal Walks and Little Lakes Valley Trail. Bishop City Park and Monument Bank are also within 5 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Thunderbird Motel Reviews 7.0 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 105 8 - Good 133 6 - Okay 78 4 - Poor 55 2 - Terrible 45 ### 7.4/10 Cleanliness ### 7.6/10 Staff & service ### 7.2/10 Amenities ### 6.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 7.6/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karl 7 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great value. Clean room recently updated. Larger bed than advertised. Only critique is a lack of a blackout curtain ##### Karl Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Genaro 14 Apr 2025 Liked: Amenities Always a good stay ##### Genaro Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sasikala 4 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good ##### Sasikala Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristian 2 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Always a real pleasure. It's my "go-to place". ##### Kristian Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### bryce 26 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Convenient place to stay ##### bryce Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Leslie 26 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness The property is very small therefore the parking is a little cramped. But overall my stay was good, everything is clean and staff is friendly. Pet Friendly is a plus for me too. ##### Leslie Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Makayla 21 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great for solo or family Great safe place and the owner is a happy business man who cares about his property! ##### Makayla Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Glenn 23 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Tv didn’t work and the parking was very limited ##### Glenn Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valentyna Makayla 5 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Super quiet and perfect Great, clean, quiet and a well stay ##### Valentyna Makayla Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### John 30 Jun 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was a bad stay overall. The room was in very poor condition — the cable box was hanging from the TV, there were stains on the towels, ants crawling everywhere, and crusted candy stuck to the comforter. The outside of the property was also in very bad shape. I definitely would not stay here again. ##### John Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Genaro 17 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything was exactly like in the pictures ##### Genaro Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 15 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great stay. Great location. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara 27 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wow, this was an unassuming but excellent stay. The beds were comfortable and they only charge $10 per night for pets. Thank you for a restful night of sleep! ##### Sara Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Tracy 18 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff. Comfortable beds. Could use a more thorough cleaning. Laundry facilities close by. ##### Tracy Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Nikhil 9 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean and comfortable ##### Nikhil Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### John 1 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities OLd motel with cool neon sign. Friendly and helpful owner. Old motel, but it looks like they are steadily improving it. ##### John Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### DON 21 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities great place for the price. the bed was very confortable ##### DON Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Crystal 2 Sept 2024 Everything was great. Definitely coming back. ##### Crystal Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex 26 Jul 2024 Friendly front office staff! ##### Alex Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 10 Mar 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort The room was not as clean as it should have been. The bed spread was filthy, the sheets looked horrible. Good thing we were prepared with our own bedding. It was poorly cleaned. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lam 5 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean and great service. ##### Lam Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Courtney 27 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Gentlemen at front desk very nice . Give a room very quick . Large bed , bathroom are. good A/c ##### Courtney Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan 18 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Comfortable, soft mattress, clean rooms, available desk for business things. Came with fridge and microwave. Will stay here again! ##### Ryan Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Felix 2 Sept 2024 Liked: Amenities Pleasantly surprised by their prices and how quiet everything was overnight. AC, WiFi, Dish Network all worked with perfection and had no issues. The water pressure was excellent however, the water drained very slow in the shower I just didn’t feel like calling the front office for that. I would definitely recommend them and would stay there again. ##### Felix Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### KARIME 29 Dec 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness We got the storage room and it was not clean at all. ##### KARIME Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Los Gatos](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Gatos-Hotels-Hotel-Los-Gatos.h896049.Hotel-Information) > > [Wuksachi Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sequoia-National-Park-Hotels-Wuksachi-Lodge.h893730.Hotel-Information) > > [Narrow Gauge Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fish-Camp-Hotels-Narrow-Gauge-Inn.h4905068.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Marguerite Anaheim/Garden Grove, Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Garden-Grove-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Garden-Grove-Anaheim-South.h917954.Hotel-Information) > > [Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Omni-Rancho-Las-Palmas-Resort-Spa.h1703.Hotel-Information) > > [Papillon Cellars](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mariposa-Hotels-Papillon-Cellars.h36250072.Hotel-Information) > > [Casablanca Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Clemente-Hotels-Casablanca-Inn.h13340.Hotel-Information) > > [Yosemite View Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/El-Portal-Hotels-Yosemite-View-Lodge.h576660.Hotel-Information) > > [The Ameswell Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mountain-View-Hotels-The-Ameswell-Hotel.h67369193.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Palo Alto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palo-Alto-Hotels-The-Westin-Palo-Alto.h428694.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Indian-Wells-Resort-Spa.h16130.Hotel-Information) > > [Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Tahoe-Hotels-Tahoe-Lakeshore-Lodge-Spa.h19231.Hotel-Information) > > [Pismo Lighthouse Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Luis-Obispo-Hotels-Pismo-Lighthouse-Suites.h10966.Hotel-Information) > > [Riviera Resort Palm Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Margaritaville-Resort-Palm-Springs.h26011.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Monterey-Hotel-Spa.h18152.Hotel-Information) > > [Yosemite Southgate Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakhurst-Hotels-Yosemite-Southgate-Hotel-Suites.h3650.Hotel-Information) > > [Tenaya at Yosemite](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fish-Camp-Hotels-Tenaya-At-Yosemite.h28451.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn & Suites South Lake Tahoe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/South-Lake-Tahoe-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-South-Lake-Tahoe.h8881.Hotel-Information) > > [AutoCamp Yosemite](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mariposa-Hotels-AutoCamp-Yosemite.h29554711.Hotel-Information) > > [Little Sur Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Simeon-Hotels-Little-Sur-Inn.h1340615.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Vinea, a Travelodge by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Healdsburg-Hotels-Hotel-Vinea.h126590.Hotel-Information) > > [SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Luis-Obispo-Hotels-SeaCrest-OceanFront-Hotel.h1365352.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Santa Clara](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Clara-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Santa-Clara.h4313.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Orange County](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Garden-Grove-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Orange-County.h15965.Hotel-Information) > > [Nature's Inn Bed and Breakfast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ahwahnee-Hotels-Natures-Inn-Bed-And-Breakfast.h5409429.Hotel-Information) > > [Sea Mountain Inn Nude Resort and Spa - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Sea-Mountain-Inn-Nude-Resort-Adults-Only.h27490625.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Vacation Club Lake Tahoe Resort South](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Tahoe-Hotels-Lake-Tahoe-Vacation-Resort-By-Diamond-Resorts.h64098.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palm-Springs-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Desert-Springs-Resort-Spa.h17123.Hotel-Information) > > [Carmel Mission Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Hotels-Carmel-Mission-Inn.h21218.Hotel-Information)