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Thunderbird Lodge
2 stars

Thunderbird Lodge

2711 University Avenue, Riverside, CA 92507, United States
Riverside, CA
See location+1 951 683 2070
From
$130
Cheapest

rate per night

7.0
Good
based on 301 reviews
301 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Superior room
Standard Room

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Art Deco Riverside hotel in Eastside with free parking A 24-hour front desk, express check-in, and express check-out are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, free newspapers, tour/ticket assistance, and a TV in a common area are onsite. Housekeeping is available once per stay. Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside offers 44 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Rating
7.0
Good
Based on 301 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Thunderbird Lodge

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • Express check-out
  • Golf

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free toiletries

Bathroom

  • Spa bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Microwave

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Cable or satellite TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled access

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

General

  • Family rooms
  • Carpeted

Services and conveniences

  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock

Things to do

  • Golf

Reviews of Thunderbird Lodge

7.0
Good
301 verified ratings
Wonderful
95
Very good
33
Good
37
Okay
25
Fair
30
Mediocre
19
Poor
62

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the friendly staff but were disappointed with the cleanliness and noise levels at the motel. Many mentioned issues such as outdated facilities, lack of breakfast, and uncomfortable beds. The atmosphere was described as unsettling due to the surrounding area, leading to an overall negative experience for many visitors.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Bed Comfort5 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
Atmosphere2 out of 10
Cleanliness1.5 out of 10
Service1 out of 10
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8.0
Very good
Ana, Apr 2019
Pros (+) Very quiet and peaceful. Wonderful staff.
Cons (-) Outdated television and it kept on losing signal. The refridgerator was noisy. Other than that everything else was good.
3.4
Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2018
Pros (+) Nothing
Cons (-) Constant vehicles in and out. People in and out all night. Loud running water. Over priced. Hole in tub. Oh and the police showed up...safe?
8.2
Very good
Richard, June 2017
Pros (+) Reasonable price, Easy access, nice staff
Cons (-) Pillows were poor. Bed comfort ok
3.1
Poor
Anonymous, Feb 2017
Pros (+) The woman who works behind the counter was nice.
Cons (-) I don't know what planet the other reviewers for this place are on. I booked this room based on reviews, but was horrified when I drove into this motel. It is in a VERY SCARY part of town. There was a homeless man sitting outside one of the rooms the entire time I was there. It is right next to tattoo and massage parlors. Everything in the room was very dated and there was no outlet by the sink. I...
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7.4
Good
Anonymous, Nov 2016
Pros (+) Close to downtown area.
Cons (-) Location.
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2016
Pros (+) The room are excellent
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Apr 2016
Pros (+) Clean, big rooms. Relatively quiet.
Cons (-) No restaurant on premises or near.

Location

2711 University Avenue, Riverside, CA 92507

What's nearby

  • Riverside Art Museum0.9 km
  • Riverside Municipal Auditorium1 km
  • Universalist Unitarian Church of Riverside1 km
  • Riverside County Library System1.1 km
  • Riverside Metropolitan Museum1.1 km
  • California Museum of Photography1.2 km
  • Mission Inn Museum1.2 km
  • Riverside Fox Theater1.4 km
  • Victoria Hill (Riverside County)2 km
  • Riverside Sports Complex2.7 km
  • Mount Rubidoux2.9 km
  • UC Riverside Student Recreation Center3.2 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Thunderbird Lodge

Low season

February

High season

February

Average price (weeknight)

$220
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Thunderbird Lodge

  • How long should you stay at Thunderbird Lodge? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 7 days.

FAQs when booking at Thunderbird Lodge

  • Where is Thunderbird Lodge located?

    Thunderbird Lodge is located at 2711 University Avenue in Downtown, 1 km from the centre of Riverside. Riverside Art Museum is the closest landmark to Thunderbird Lodge.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Thunderbird Lodge?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Thunderbird Lodge.

  • Does Thunderbird Lodge offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Thunderbird Lodge offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Thunderbird Lodge offer free parking?

    Yes, Thunderbird Lodge offers free parking.

  • How far is Thunderbird Lodge from the airport?

    Thunderbird Lodge is 17.7 km from San Bernardino Int. Thunderbird Lodge is 23.4 km from Ontario.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Thunderbird Lodge hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Thunderbird Lodge and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Thunderbird Lodge.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.1

Distance to city centre

1.0 km

Nearest airport

San Bernardino Int

Distance to airport

17.7 km