In the heart of the city, Thunderbird Motel offers a convenient retreat. Connect to free in-room WiFi, unwind with coffee/tea in the lobby, and enjoy luggage storage. Guests appreciate helpful staff.
Bishop, CA (BIH-Eastern Sierra Regional) - 8 min drive
Mammoth Lakes, CA (MMH-Mammoth Yosemite) - 45 min drive
Fresno, CA (FAT-Fresno Yosemite Intl.) - 83.8 miles/134.8 km
Free airport shuttle
Restaurants
Erick Schat's Bakkery - 6 min walk
McDonald's - 3 min walk
Starbucks - 10 min walk
Jack in the Box - 12 min walk
Paiute Palace Casino - 6 min drive
About this property
Thunderbird Motel
Located just 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from the airport, Thunderbird Motel offers a free shuttle (available 24 hours). Free perks include WiFi and self-parking.
Languages
English, Hindi
At a glance
Hotel size
22 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Check-out time is 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Transfers
Free airport shuttle (available 24 hours)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Thunderbird Motel Bishop
Thunderbird Bishop
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Thunderbird Motel Bishop
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Frequently asked questions
Does Thunderbird Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Thunderbird Motel 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Thunderbird Motel?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Thunderbird Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Thunderbird Motel?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Thunderbird Motel?
You can check in starting at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Thunderbird Motel?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Paiute Palace Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.
What's the area around Thunderbird Motel like?
Thunderbird Motel is in the heart of Bishop, a short 1-minute walk from Little Lakes Valley Trail and 4 minutes' walk from Bishop City Park.
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Thunderbird Motel Reviews
Reviews
7.0
Good
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7.4/10
Cleanliness
7.6/10
Staff & service
7.2/10
Amenities
6.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
21 February 2025
Great for solo or family
Great safe place and the owner is a happy business man who cares about his property!
Makayla
Makayla, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 January 2025
Super quiet and perfect
Great, clean, quiet and a well stay
Valentyna Makayla
Valentyna Makayla, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 October 2024
Friendly staff. Comfortable beds. Could use a more thorough cleaning. Laundry facilities close by.
Tracy
Tracy, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 September 2024
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
Sara, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 September 2024
Clean and comfortable
Nikhil
Nikhil, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 September 2024
OLd motel with cool neon sign. Friendly and helpful owner. Old motel, but it looks like they are steadily improving it.
John
John, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 September 2024
Everything was great. Definitely coming back.
Crystal
Crystal, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 November 2024
A nice little motel in the process of being update
The gentleman at the check in was friendly and helpful. The rooms were clean and they are in the process of updating them. Our room had more electrical outlets and usb plugs than any other motel we stayed in! Only issue was noise from unit above us due to hard floors ...noise carries easily.
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 December 2023
Great stay. Great location.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 July 2024
Friendly front office staff!
Alex
Alex, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 August 2024
Gentlemen at front desk very nice . Give a room very quick . Large bed , bathroom are.
good A/c
Courtney
Courtney, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 August 2024
Not the best remodeling. Bed was satisfactory. Staff wad pleasant.
George
George, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 July 2022
Love staying here staff is amazing.
Dawn
Dawn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 August 2022
Location was great and check in was easy
Kelan
Kelan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 September 2024
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
Felix, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 October 2023
great place for the price. the bed was very confortable
DON
DON, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
13 October 2024
Bishop fishing trip
The room was small and very dated. The TV was very dark and very hard to watch. The hair dryer was pulled out of the wall and was laying on the counter. The shower drain was clogged and the tub filled up while showering. Overall, the room was not maintained and it made the stay disappointing. This is the first time I’ve ever given a bad review but I feel it needed to be put out there.
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 November 2023
Comfortable, soft mattress, clean rooms, available desk for business things. Came with fridge and microwave. Will stay here again!
Ryan
Ryan, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 June 2024
The thunderbird is a work in progress. Will be fabulous when completed. The location is priceless. Off the main road. The room is super clean and large. The covers are way too heavy for summer but perfect for winter. Bath soap be nice. The shades are total blackout / perfect, every hotel should have them. Within walking to everything. Good stay.
Cornelia
Cornelia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 March 2023
Clean and great service.
Lam
Lam, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 August 2024
Great Stay - would come again
After 5 days in the backcountry this was just what I needed. Comfy bed, (2 pillow options for softness). Had fridge and microwave which I didn't need or use but was nice to have for some folks. Soap in dispensers was great. No shampoos which was ok because I'd brought my own, but just need to know in advance. I had flown into Bishop airport so originally picked this motel for the free airport shuttle. I had a friend pick me up but needed a ride back to the airport which was supplied for me with no hassle and greatly appreciated. Since I didn't have a car it was also nice to have various food options within walking distance as the Main Street/ hwy 395 was just 1/2 block away.
Nancy
Nancy, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
27 May 2024
Filfty room, stained towels and torn blankets
Fidel
Fidel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 September 2023
Tight parking lot
Joseph
Joseph, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 July 2022
These bed covers are awesome last minute booking so worth the price. I will boook again clean and awesome.
Bengee
Bengee, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 January 2023
Affordable. Comfortable. Convenient. Nice staff. My only complaint was my room had a noisy, very loud heater that cycled every 4 minutes. For the money, a great motel for a good place to crash.