In Thunderbird Motor Inn, you'll find a mix of comfort and convenience. Savor breakfast at York St. Diner or unwind with WiFi in your room while the helpful staff ensure a seamless stay.
Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Connecting rooms available
24/7 front desk
Bar
Laundry facilities
Air conditioning
Main amenities (9)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Coffee shop/cafe
Business center
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Garden
Self-serve laundry
Newspapers in lobby (surcharge)
Feel at home (6)
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Garden
Daily housekeeping
The current price is $69
$69
$79 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Room options
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Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
23 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
City view
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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World's Largest Hockey Stick - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Duncan Visitor Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
BC Forest Discovery Centre - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
Maple Bay Marina - 13 min drive - 10.8 km
Getting around
Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 12 min drive
Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 29 min drive
Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 56 min drive
Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 67 min drive
Mayne Island, BC (YAV-Miners Bay Seaplane Base) - 126 min drive
Bedwell Harbour, BC (YBW-Bedwell Harbour Seaplane Base) - 156 min drive
Galiano Island, BC (YMF-Montague Harbour Seaplane Base) - 166 min drive
Saturna Island, BC (YAJ-Lyall Harbour Seaplane Base) - 174 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min walk
Neko Ramen - 13 min walk
Tim Hortons - 13 min walk
Starbucks - 10 min walk
Green Leaf Vietnamese Bistro - 4 min walk
About this property
Thunderbird Motor Inn
Thunderbird Motor Inn is a great choice for a stay in Duncan. For a bite to eat, guests can check out York St. Diner, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English
At a glance
Hotel size
32 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 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
Guests traveling with pets must contact this property in advance to ensure the availability of a pet-friendly room.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Working away
Business center
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Facilities
1 building/tower
Garden
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Raised toilet seat
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium digital channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
York St. Diner - This diner serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Thunderbird Motor Duncan
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Thunderbird Motor Inn North Cowichan
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Frequently asked questions
Does Thunderbird Motor Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Thunderbird Motor Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Thunderbird Motor Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Thunderbird Motor Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Thunderbird Motor Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Thunderbird Motor Inn?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Chances Cowichan (16-min walk) and Chances Casino (17-min walk) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Thunderbird Motor Inn and nearby?
Thunderbird Motor Inn has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Thunderbird Motor Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, York St. Diner.
Does Thunderbird Motor Inn have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
Does Thunderbird Motor Inn have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Thunderbird Motor Inn like?
Thunderbird Motor Inn is a short 7-minute walk from Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus and 4 minutes' walk from World's Largest Hockey Stick.
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Thunderbird Motor Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
7.2/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Dec 13, 2024
Excellent for the price
Ryan
Ryan, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 2, 2025
Acceptable
All that we needed for a one night stay. Bed was comfortable. The room temperature was a bit challenging to regulate.
Niels
Niels, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 3, 2024
Good place to stay simple no frills clean
Mar
Mar, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 1, 2024
Good stay
Paula
Paula, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2024
Affordable, very friendly staff, and clean accommodation.
James
James, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Nov 9, 2024
Good hotel. Clean and friendly staff. The area is a bit rough
kurtis
kurtis, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 17, 2024
Better place to stay.affordable,spacious and convenient place
Shahil
Shahil, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2024
Good value. I would stay there again.
FRANK
FRANK, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 7, 2024
It was good
Alexandra
Alexandra, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 9, 2024
Clean quiet friendly accommodating.
Alana
Alana, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 24, 2024
The room suited our purposes and we were comfortable
Wendy
Wendy, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Feb 4, 2025
Stressful being told that they would give your mon
We were greeted and being told that our room was not available that they were overbooked and they would give us our money back. The manager came and then found a room for us to have as a king bed but would bring a extra bed in so my daughter and I could share the room that never turned up. Manager was friendly. I did what she could do.
Nina
Nina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 6, 2024
Check in was Perfect. Rooms are clean and beds are actually amazing
Kathe
Kathe, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
This was one of the best Motels we had during our vacation on Vancouver Island!
Very good and helpful staff! Thanks!
Klaus
Klaus, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 10, 2024
Staff was so lovely
Timothy
Timothy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2024
Kerry gave excellent service.
The cleaning staff were lovely.
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 6, 2024
Basic for off road stay
John
John, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 16, 2024
Was fine for spending a single night.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 6, 2024
It's an older hotel but it's comfortable
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 13, 2024
Property is in good location. Clean enough if you have to stay for couple of days.
Sandesh
Sandesh, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 12, 2024
Average place for the night, never been to the island and didn’t realize how pricey motels would be.
Riley
Riley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2024
Very friendly staff
Douglas
Douglas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2024
We would stay here again. Despite being near a busy road it was very quiet. The staff were great and accommodating.
Wilma
Wilma, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 30, 2024
I got there late in the afternoon and the clerk was very efficient to process my booking. Had a good rest for the night before leaving early in the morning.
YH
YH, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 17, 2024
The people were great and helpful. The area is run down and a little noisy, but lots of eating establishments in the area.