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Best Western Thunderbird Motel

2.5 star property
Cookeville hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Outdoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
The price is CA $104
CA $125 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - 6 Jan 2025

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pool
Free breakfast
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Free parking
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1007)
The price is CA $109
CA $131 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - 6 Jan 2025
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About the area

Map
900 S Jefferson Avenue, Cookeville, TN, 38501

What's nearby

  • Cookeville History Museum - 4 min drive
  • Cookeville Performing Arts Center - 4 min drive
  • Cookeville Depot Museum - 5 min drive
  • Tennessee Tech University - 6 min drive
  • Cummins Falls State Park - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Best Western Thunderbird Motel

Enjoy your visit to Cookeville with a stay at Best Western Thunderbird Motel. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at El Tapatio, which serves Mexican cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. A 24-hour fitness center and a fitness center are offered, and in-room conveniences include sofa beds and refrigerators. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 76 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Express check-out available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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 18

Children

  • Children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets allowed (2 total, up to 80 lbs per pet)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*

Internet

  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
  • WiFi in rooms*

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 6 AM–9 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Business center
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 36-inch LED TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Sofa bed
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • WiFi (surcharge)
  • Free long-distance and local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

El Tapatio - This restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for USD 0.01 per night (rates may vary)

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 15.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM

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 accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 80 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Best Western Thunderbird Motel and nearby?
Best Western Thunderbird Motel has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Best Western Thunderbird Motel?
Yes, El Tapatio offers Mexican cuisine.

Best Western Thunderbird Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Betsey, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kimberly, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Check in was lengthy. Computers were running slowly, hotels.com booked my stay for 4 nights instead of the one on my confirmation, poor clerk was frustrated but very nice. Overall condition of the hotel was very good.
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

debra, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Newbie
My 1st time at a Best Western and def. awesome. Desk help on top of things and very knowledgeable. Very clean. Exceptional stay.
4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

On the way to Nashville
One night stay before hitting Nashville. Rooms are done nicely but lacking some general maintenance. Easy parking and there was good Mexican food right there.
Miranda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Julianti, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Skyler, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay
Room was large. Very clean. Bed was a bit firm for me, otherwise a great room. Ate at the Mexican Restaurant across the lot. Food was great.
Nina, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Old, run down, noisy, questionable area, ok for one night
Christine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Stephen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Hotel lobby was smell smoky
Rattana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great easy stay staff was great
Cara, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

We came for a softball tournament and were pleased how easy it was to get from the hotel to the fields! That's also true for the restaurants we We loved our room!! Parking was good. There were places to dine close by and also there was a restaurant across the parking lot! The continental breakfast good, but I would change to larger waffle maker. Would for sure stay there again!
Kathy, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

We had to request a room change right away because the room we were assigned was full of flying insects. They were on the walls, in the shower and toilet and on the pillow cases and bed frame. There was no way we could stay there!
Shelly, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Good motel we would stay here again.
MICHAEL, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Tony, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff is so sweet and helpful! This is our second time staying here, anytime we plan to go through Tennessee, this is our place! So pet friendly, we just love that there’s a full trail/area around the hotel for pet owners to bring their animals and get their energy out! You can tell how much everyone is enjoying their stay when we got there! There were families enjoying the pool in the rain and everyone was super happy! Stay here if you need a comfortable, affordable, pet safe & friendly place!
Kiiri, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

ALL Excellent, but the biggestTREASURE was Miss Glenda, in charge of breakfast buffet, always smiling, and so attentive to all of our needs as she kept the breakfast items refurbished. I remember this establishment as having been in Cookeville when I was a faculty member at TTU over 50 years ago. There are reasons that it has survived when various other businesses have folded. Of note, numerous appealing dining options within walking distance.
madeline, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and quiet
Myla, 2-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Robert, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay for the night!
We stopped here for 1 night to and from a trip to Arkansas. Hotel is older but in great condition. Room was clean, bed comfortable, nothing walking around with more than 2 legs. Breakfast was basic but really good, and the staff were wonderful. There is also a Mexican restaurant on the property, and they were delicious. Would definitely stay here again!
KENNETH, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lori, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really nice place to stay!
Well kept older hotel with a decent breakfast, great staff, qnd a really good Mexican restaurant next door.
KENNETH, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I stay here often.
Marissa, 3-night trip
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