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Best Western Thunderbird Motel

2.5 star property
Travelers can energize with a morning workout at the 24-hour gym or start their day right with a complimentary breakfast buffet at this welcoming motel

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Best Western Thunderbird Motel offers a free breakfast buffet, a 24-hour gym, and an outdoor pool with sun loungers. Guests love El Tapatio's Mexican cuisine, and the staff is praised for their helpfulness.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is ฿2,269
฿2,718 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

Room options

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

Pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, WiFi

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, WiFi

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, WiFi

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 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) | Pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, WiFi

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, WiFi

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(73 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, WiFi

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, WiFi

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, WiFi

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room;with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible-2 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Pillow Top Mattress, Flat Screen Television, Microwave and Refrigerator, Two Vanities

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Pet Friendly Room, Pillow Top Mattress, Microwave and Refrigerator, High Speed Internet Access, Coffee Maker

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Smoking Room, Pillow Top Mattress, Flat Screen Television, Microwave and Refrigerator, Two Vanities

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, 2 Room, 2 Flat Screen Tvs, Microwave And Refrigerator, High Speed Internet Access, Coffee Maker

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible-2 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Smoking Room

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Pet Friendly Room, Pillow Top Mattress, Microwave And Refrigerator, High Speed Internet Access, Coffee Maker, Full Breakfast

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room;with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Cookeville is home to Best Western Thunderbird Motel. Ironwood Golf Course and White Plains Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Cookeville Performing Arts Center and Cookeville Depot Museum. Visit our Cookeville travel guide
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900 S Jefferson Avenue, Cookeville, TN, 38501

What's nearby

  • Dogwood Tree, Spring, Cades Cove in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    Dogwood Park
    5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Cookeville History Museum
    5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Cookeville Performing Arts Center
    5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Cookeville Depot Museum
    5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Tennessee Tech University
    6 min drive - 4.5 km

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
  • Texas Roadhouse
    10 min walk

About this property

Best Western Thunderbird Motel

Property highlights
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities and a 24-hour gym at Best Western Thunderbird Motel. The on-site Mexican cuisine restaurant, El Tapatio, offers lunch and dinner. In addition to a business centre, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, a lift and a vending machine
  • A 24-hour front desk and coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 76 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as high-speed Internet. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses, sofa beds and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 36-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 0.01 per night)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6 AM to 9 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • El Tapatio

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 36 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 16 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 0.01 per night (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

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Best Western Thunderbird Cookeville
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Cookeville Best Western
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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Thunderbird Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Thunderbird Motel on 10 Mar 2026 start from ฿2,269, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Best Western Thunderbird Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 36 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 20 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Thunderbird Motel located?

Situated in Cookeville, this hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Dogwood Park, Cookeville History Museum and Cookeville Performing Arts Center. Cookeville Depot Museum and Tennessee Tech University are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Best Western Thunderbird Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 562 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 314 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room. Great staff. Would stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean the bed was great and the Mexican restaurant being close was a plus
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff, clean rooms and doggy friendly😊will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a terrific place to stay. It's right off I-40, very easy to get to, and with many good places to eat nearby. We stayed four days along with our little dog and will stay there every time from now on.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed several time at this location and the staff have always been courteous and the breakfast is always good. The rooms are always very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sveinn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room suited its purpose. It was clean. Breakfast was good. Very friendly staff. We stayed 4 nights, spent most of time with family. Nothing fancy but did the job.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Clarissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great! Lots of restaurants to choose from and plenty of places to shop!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stop

It’s a older hotel but it’s been fixed up but Clean rooms, bed was comfortable, breakfast was good and staff was friendly I would stay here again if I was passing through.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

AC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to restaurants and highway.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good breakfast, quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for work. The pool is excellent, rooms clean and quiet. Would book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, close to several restaurants, adequate parking
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Among the cleanest hotels in the area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

Hot breakfast, pet friendly, quiet, clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay the BW way

Nice big room,great fitness room and good fresh breakfast. Staff were friendly and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean place to stay. I’ve stayed here before and was pleased then as well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff was very friendly and helpful enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay here a lot for work travel. Clean and reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful. Nice room. Comfortable bed. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very friendly on check in. Room was very spacious for 3 people. Pool was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean nice staff great room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

KENNETH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really nice place to stay!

Well kept older hotel with a decent breakfast, great staff, qnd a really good Mexican restaurant next door.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024