253 reviews
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$300190 West Pine Street , Bishop, 93514, California, United States
253 reviews
1/11
Free parking
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Parking On Site
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Free toiletries
Bathtub
Thunderbird Motel is a 2-star motel in Bishop, California, United States, located just 0mi from the city center at 190 West Pine Street. A practical choice for travelers, it sits close to downtown while staying straightforward and comfortable.
Amenities cover the basics and then some: free parking, on-site parking, and free Wifi; air conditioning, a 24-hour front desk, non-smoking rooms, free toiletries, and a bathtub. Pet Friendly with extra charges.
Reviews total 253, offering a snapshot of past stays and the overall value at this Bishop lodging.
Nestled in Bishop, California, Thunderbird Motel is a practical choice for travelers, just 0mi from the city center at 190 West Pine Street. The two-star vibe keeps things straightforward and comfortable, with essentials like air conditioning, free Wifi, free parking and on-site parking, and a 24-hour front desk ready to help. Non-smoking rooms, free toiletries, and a bathtub round out the basics for an easy, uncomplicated stay.
Pet policy adds a flexible option for four-legged companions: Pets are allowed on request, and charges may apply. This pet-friendly stance makes it a convenient stop for travelers who don’t want to leave furry friends behind, while still keeping the focus on simplicity and value.
When it comes to payment, cash is not accepted, with American Express, Visa, Mastercard, and Discover as accepted methods. Reviews total 253 offer a snapshot of past stays and the overall value, hinting at a steady, reliable choice for visitors exploring Bishop.
Closest airports
Mammoth Lakes Airport
30.3miFree parking
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Parking On Site
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Free toiletries
Bathtub
6.6
253 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Comfort
Location
Facilities
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Value for money
WiFi quality
Featured reviews:
Perry
8.2
October 2024
Renovated & clean room. Staff was quite friendly. I love the retro Thunderbird Motel sign on the roof! Can you please restore it and bring it back to life!
Parking my car was a struggle! There doesn't seem to be enough spaces for the number of rooms.
Josh
10
July 2024
The Thunderbird Motel without a doubt is one of the very best budget motels I've ever stayed in. Obviously they've refurbished the place not too long ago, of which they've done a really nice job. The rooms looked modern, were very clean, spacious, great bathroom and shower, very comfortable bed, good refrigerator and microwave. The owner was friendly and super helpful. Spoke to a guy who cleans the rooms who was really conscientious about the quality of his work which was awesome too. Good wifi, great location in the middle of Bishop.
Really enjoyed the stay, nothing comes to mind that I didn't like.
Lufeng
10
October 2024
Great locations! It has multiple great restaurants within super close walking distance. It is quiet and convenient! If we are traveling to Yosemite/ Mono Lake or Bishop/Mammoth Lake, this is the place to stay! Highly recommended!
The hotel room is very spacious and clean. The heating worked perfectly and saved our life in the cold Oct night. It is super dog-friendly. We had a large lawn right in front of my room so it is very good. The walkability is nice, and the environment is quiet.
George
10
March 2024
Location is good, center of town 👍 Coffee on the Corner👍 The curtains in the room show you to look out but now in, security for your vehicle and belongings. 👍 They allow pets👍 Staff was very accommodating and I am grateful. Allowed me to reserve and pay for the room while I was driving. Nice folks there... I'm a pretty picky person and they met my needs. Kudos
Only one thing, must have been a Family upstairs above me. Sounded like a bowling alley. No offense, was just a one time thing I'm sure. Over all, good stay. Will stay again...
Robert
9.1
July 2025
As far as I could tell there was no breakfast available. The man who checked us in was very friendly and polite.
Housekeeping staff lacked attention to detail when cleaning the room. There was no cream for the coffee, the bulb in the reading lamp on the left side of the bed was burned out and the microwave oven needed to be wiped out.
Amber
10
July 2025
Check in was smooth, and the staff was friendly. Location was great, room was spacious, and the beds were very comfortable. We were able to walk to grab a bite to eat, and grab a few groceries. The little shops were fun to explore. Definitely recommend!
Parking was a little tight, but not terrible
Mexitravels
10
March 2025
Exceptionally clean and super cute decor. The children loved it. Rooms had fridges microwave and coffee maker. Good tv. Checking in was a breeze staff was super nice. Will definitely stay again we travel to mammoth frequently during snow season. Can’t beat the value.
No issues.
Ken
10
May 2025
The rooms are excellent. The parking is kind of tricky, but it is right there on the main street restaurants stores bars, walking distance no problem.
Alycia
10
October 2024
Thunderbird always has excellent customer service. We were worried about it being a small motel but it’s the only place we’ll stay in Bishop now.
The parking situation is a little strange, but we always manage.
Joy
8.2
October 2022
Good coffee place aroundthe corner. Close to restaurants ,walking distanceand gas. Spacious rooms and clean
Spacious remodeled rooms with no carpets! Reception office was a bit overpowering with the scent of Indian food which I love, but nonwelcoming to many folks. May have been an outage but pkg lot which was a bit tight, was completely dark when we left at 6 a.m., very dangerous traversing down the stairs. There were no downstairs rooms available for older folks either.
Airports
Mammoth Lakes Airport
30.3miAirports
Mammoth Lakes Airport
30.3miFree parking
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Parking On Site
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Free toiletries
Bathtub
Bathroom
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Baggage storage
Private check-in/out
General
Air conditioning
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Hardwood or parquet floors
Heating
Hypoallergenic
Non-smoking rooms
Pet Friendly
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Microwave
Refrigerator
Living Area
Desk
Media & Technology
Cable channels
Flat-screen TV
Telephone
Parking
Free parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Room Amenities
Clothes rack
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
Safe
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
Services
Wake-up service
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Age restriction may apply
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
American Express,
Visa,
Mastercard,
Discover
This property does not accept cash.
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