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486 reviews

Best Western Thunderbird Motel

Best Western Thunderbird Motel

900 South Jefferson Avenue, Cookeville, 38501, Tennessee, United States

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Free parking

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Best Western Thunderbird Motel

Welcome to the Best Western Thunderbird Motel in Cookeville, Tennessee! This charming 3-star motel is conveniently located just 1.6mi from the city center, making it the perfect base for exploring all that Cookeville has to offer. With its excellent reviews and affordable starting price of just $81, this motel is a fantastic choice for budget-conscious travelers.

The Best Western Thunderbird Motel offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. Start your day off right with a delicious breakfast, included in your stay. Take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool, perfect for cooling off and relaxing after a day of sightseeing. Stay connected with free WiFi throughout the motel, and enjoy the convenience of free parking. The motel also features a restaurant and a fitness center, so you can indulge in a good meal and stay active during your stay.

With 486 reviews, the Best Western Thunderbird Motel has a proven track record of providing excellent service and comfortable accommodations. Guests praise the motel's cleanliness, friendly staff, and convenient location. Whether you're visiting Cookeville for business or pleasure, the Best Western Thunderbird Motel is a fantastic choice for your stay.

When you stay at the Best Western Thunderbird Motel, you can bring your furry friends along for the adventure! This pet-friendly motel welcomes pets upon request, although charges may apply. So, you don't have to worry about leaving your beloved four-legged family members behind.

Beat the summer heat and take a refreshing dip in the motel's seasonal outdoor pool. It's the perfect spot to cool down and relax after a day of exploring Cookeville. So, grab your swimsuit and enjoy some quality pool time during your stay.

For a delicious dining experience, you don't have to go far. The Best Western Thunderbird Motel features an on-site restaurant called El Tapatio. This family-friendly Mexican restaurant offers a diverse menu that will satisfy all appetites. So, whether you're craving tacos, enchiladas, or sizzling fajitas, you can indulge in a tasty meal without leaving the comfort of the motel.

With its comfortable accommodations, excellent service, and pet-friendly policy, the Best Western Thunderbird Motel is an ideal choice for both leisure and business travelers visiting Cookeville, Tennessee. Whether you're seeking a relaxing getaway or an adventure-filled exploration of the city, this motel has everything you need for a memorable stay. Book your room today and get ready to experience Southern hospitality at its best!

Most popular amenities

Free parking

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Rooms

 2 Queen Bedroom - Disability Access/Non-Smoking in Best Western Thunderbird Motel

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Room - 2 Queen, Accessible

2 Queen Size Beds

300 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

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"Experience exceptional comfort in our spacious 2 Queen Bedroom, perfect for families or groups. This accessible, non-smoking room boasts modern amenities, including a private bathroom, microwave, and flat-screen TV." (241 characters)

Two Queen Room - Disability Access / Smoking in Best Western Thunderbird Motel

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Room - 2 Queen, Accessible, Smoking Allowed

2 Queen Size Beds

300 sqft

Smoking allowed

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

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Experience comfort and convenience in our Two Queen Room - Disability Access. With spacious accommodations spanning 301 sqft, this room is perfect for up to 4 adults and 3 children. Enjoy a selection of amenities such as a private bathroom, microwave, coffee machine, and flat-screen TV, all designed to make your stay exceptional.

King Room - Smoking  in Best Western Thunderbird Motel

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King Room, Smoking Allowed

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Smoking allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Microwave

Coffee machine

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Relax in our spacious King Room - Smoking, perfect for double occupancy with 301 sqft of comfortable space. Enjoy amenities such as a private bathroom, bathtub, microwave, coffee machine, and a flat-screen TV, making your stay even more enjoyable. Whether for business or pleasure, our room is the ideal choice for a memorable stay.

Two Queen Room - Pet Friendly / Non-Smoking in Best Western Thunderbird Motel

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Room - 2 Queen, Pets Allowed

2 Queen Size Beds

300 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Microwave

Coffee machine

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Our spacious Two Queen Room is perfect for families and accommodates up to 4 adults and 3 children, with two comfortable queen size beds. Enjoy your stay in this pet-friendly and non-smoking room, equipped with a private bathroom, bathtub, microwave, coffee machine, and a flat-screen TV for your entertainment. Other amenities include air conditioning, free toiletries, and a refrigerator to make your stay as comfortable as possible.

King Room - Non-Smoking in Best Western Thunderbird Motel

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Microwave

Coffee machine

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Indulge in comfort and luxury in our spacious King Room - Non-Smoking. This double room offers a generous 301 sqft of space and features a plush king-size bed, a private bathroom with a relaxing bathtub, as well as convenient amenities like a microwave, coffee machine, and flat-screen TV.

King Suite with Jetted Tub / Non-Smoking in Best Western Thunderbird Motel

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Suite, Jetted Tub

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Microwave

Coffee machine

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Relax and indulge in our elegant King Suite with Jetted Tub, where you can unwind in the privacy of your own spacious room, complete with a luxurious king size bed and an array of top-notch amenities including a private bathroom, microwave, and flat-screen TV. Leave your worries behind as you luxuriate in comfort and style. Welcome to your oasis.

Two Queen Bed Suite / Non-Smoking in Best Western Thunderbird Motel

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Suite, 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

300 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Microwave

Coffee machine

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Our Two Queen Bed Suite offers a spacious and comfortable retreat, perfect for families or groups of friends. With its 301 sqft of space, private bathroom, and featured amenities such as a bathtub, microwave, coffee machine, and flat-screen TV, you'll have everything you need for a relaxing stay. Plus, with its non-smoking policy and accommodations for 4 adults and 3 children, everyone can enjoy a clean and comfortable environment.

King Room with Roll-in Shower - Disability Access - Non-Smoking in Best Western Thunderbird Motel

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King Room, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

x4

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x3

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Suite, Whirlpool

1 King Size Bed

Smoking not allowed

Microwave

Refrigerator

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

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Two Queen Room / Non Smoking in Best Western Thunderbird Motel

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Room - 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

300 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Microwave

Coffee machine

x4

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x3

More details

King Room - Pet-Friendly/Non-Smoking in Best Western Thunderbird Motel

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King Room, Pets Allowed

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Microwave

Coffee machine

+

More details

Two Queen Room / Smoking in Best Western Thunderbird Motel

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Room - 2 Queen, Smoking Allowed

2 Queen Size Beds

300 sqft

Smoking allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Microwave

Coffee machine

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More details

Guest reviews

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486 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Civitts

10

May 2023

I was so pleasantly surprised by how nice our stay was here!! We got in super late after the Taylor Swift concert and the woman working the front desk was so sweet. She was welcoming and very helpful. It is clear that this place takes safety seriously by getting the make, license plate, and state of registration of all guests cars. As two college girls traveling together, safety is an absolute MUST and the Thunderbird delivered. The room was very clean and the shower had great water pressure. The beds were very comfortable with very plush pillows and soft sheets. In the morning we stopped by the free breakfast before heading out and the options were right on par with any hotel continental breakfast. There were also lots of grab and go options like Jimmy Dean breakfast sandwiches and single-portion cereals. Check-in and check-out were a breeze as well. Will absolutely stay here again!!

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Rex

8.2

April 2023

The building is old but they have made many renovations and they are ongoing. The two sink vanities are a very convenient feature for a couple to both be able to access at the same time. Their hot breakfast with eggs and sausage or bacon is very good and staffed with an employee that keeps the breakfast well stocked and the tables wiped after each use to keep things moving.

This hotel is very close to a busy street and is built for room access from the parking lot. These features combine for potential for a lot of noise (street noise and guest noise while loading and unloading their luggage), I prefer the hotel with inside doors to enter the rooms. We did get a room near the back of the property, and it was quiet.

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Mazar

8.2

July 2023

Just passing through and needed a decent place to stay. The reviews were good so we chose this one. The motel was a Very quiet area. I believe the place was almost full and we had No issues. Very roomy room with two sinks was a nice surprise. Has an outside elevator to the second floor.  The breakfast was decent and the staff very friendly. We did no go in the pool, but we did notice several people were enjoying it.

Didn’t come in with big expectations so we left satisfied with no complaints .

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Glenn

9.1

April 2023

The motel was very well placed to access the intestate and other roads. There were a couple of restaurants conveniently nearby as were local shops etc. Even though the motel was on a busy highway my room was quiet and I heard no traffic noise. The staff came in and tidied the room each day which was welcomed as it does not happen in all motels.

There was nothing that particularly niggled me or irritated me.

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Terry

8.2

August 2023

Great location, nice staff. Close to restaurants, and shopping. Planet fitness is close by. Good breakfast and the room was a great size. Had a handicap accessible room with a roll in shower.

The room was musty, it needed to be aired. Bought my own free breeze and sprayed the room. The bathroom could use better ventilation to remove humidity after showers. It would help with the musty smell.

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Marilyn

9.1

July 2023

Everything,our room was much bigger than usual,very clean had carpet and we was able to walk barefoot no problem very clean and soft the wall divided our beds from the bathroom and the beds are very comfortable, just loved it.the pool was good and had a nice breakfast,just right off the interstate and had plenty of restaurants and shopping stores to choose from.

Couldn't stay any longer

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Elena

9.1

August 2022

The lady at the reception was very friendly and even called me about an item I had left at the reception. The room was clean, and all the amenities were working. We were too late to use the pool, but it was there. Wi-Fi worked very well. Breakfast was surprisingly good and included eggs and sausages. Bathroom was clean, no problems with hot water. Overall, it was a good one-night stay.

Nothing about the hotel itself, it was fine. The location wasn't great, but it's Cookeville. Getting something to eat at 10pm if you don't have a car is basically impossible because your only options are drive-throughs. Crossing the street is a dangerous affair anywhere in this town. At least, there was a crosswalk for pedestrians relatively close to the hotel, which is already impressive. If you have a car, you would be much better off.

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Phillips

10

August 2023

This was the second time we stayed, and just like the first time, the room was very clean and nice. The staff were very friendly and helpful .a big nice clean pool ,Restaurants shopping, and all of this right off the Interstate .if you are traveling and need to stop, Best Western Thunderbird Motel is the place.

. it's a nice place

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Angela

10

February 2022

We had the best hotel experience we have had in a long time. Breakfast was made in small batches so it was always fresh. We loved that there were lots of options so we didn’t have to eat the same thing for breakfast every day for the whole week. There was always someone there to help even before we asked. The staff was phenomenal. We really appreciated that there was a washer and dryer available for a small fee. The room and bathroom was clean. I didn’t have to worry about anything gross with the baby crawling on the floor like other hotels. We visit Cookeville a lot and will definitely be returning to this location.

Nothing

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Owen

9.1

August 2023

they put us in HCP room I requested no stairs or they had to have elevator that my wife. cannot walk up stairs When I booked they replied all my requests were made

The HCP parking space was used by no. HCP vehicle. They should mark it better put room number on it and enforce that space is for guest of that HCP room

Restaurants

El Tapatio

Cuisines

  • Mexican

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Availability

  • Seasonal

Amenities of Best Western Thunderbird Motel

Free parking

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Best Western Thunderbird Motel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Best Western Thunderbird Motel

Does Best Western Thunderbird Motel have accommodations for guests with pets?

Yes, you can stay with your pet at the Best Western Thunderbird Motel. However, please note that there may be charges applied for bringing a pet.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?

When you book a stay at Best Western Thunderbird Motel, you can access your room from 03:00 PM and should leave by 11:00 AM.

Can guests park for free at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?

Yes, the Best Western Thunderbird Motel offers free public parking on site. Reservations for parking are not required.

What are the rates at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?

The base price for Best Western Thunderbird Motel starts at $81. Do note, the cost might change depending on room preferences and dates. To see the actual prices, input your desired dates.

What types of rooms does Best Western Thunderbird Motel offer?

The Best Western Thunderbird Motel offers a variety of room options. These include King Suites with jetted tubs, 2 Queen Bedrooms with disability access, King Rooms with and without smoking options, Two Queen Rooms that are pet-friendly or have disability access, and King Suites. The rooms are all 301 sqft in size and can accommodate between 2 and 4 adults, with beds ranging from King size to 2 Queen size beds.

What activities does Best Western Thunderbird Motel offer?

Guests at Best Western Thunderbird Motel can spend their time enjoying the leisure amenities provided by the hotel. They can relax and soak up the sun by the outdoor swimming pool, which offers beach chairs and loungers for added comfort. For those who want to stay active, there is a fitness center available where guests can workout and keep fit.

In terms of dining options, guests can enjoy delicious Mexican cuisine at the on-site restaurant, El Tapatio. This family-friendly restaurant offers a variety of dishes to satisfy everyone's taste buds.

Additionally, there is a business center available for guests who need to attend to work-related matters during their stay.

Overall, guests at Best Western Thunderbird Motel have access to a range of amenities that cater to their leisure and dining needs, allowing them to have a pleasant and enjoyable stay.

Is there a swimming pool at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?

The Best Western Thunderbird Motel has one pool available. The pool is located outdoors, and it is seasonal, meaning it is open only during certain times of the year.

Does Best Western Thunderbird Motel feature its own restaurants?

Yes, the Best Western Thunderbird Motel has a restaurant on site called El Tapatio. The restaurant offers Mexican cuisine and has a family-friendly ambiance.

Does Best Western Thunderbird Motel accept credit cards?

Yes, Best Western Thunderbird Motel accepts credit cards. They accept American Express, Mastercard, Discover, and Visa. Cash payment is not accepted.