The Thunderbird Inn

Hotels
8.4 (3093 reviews)
611 West Oglethorpe Avenue , Savannah , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Shared lounge/TV area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Great food options
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noise from the road
Additional parking fees

Categories

Cleanliness
7.56
Several mentions of cleanliness issues, including dust and low shower flow.
Service
9.03
Staff is often described as friendly and helpful, contributing positively to the experience.
Location
9.07
Location is consistently praised for its convenience and accessibility.
Room Quality
7.52
Mixed sentiments with some praise for comfort but issues with room condition reported.
Amenities
8.55
Complimentary snacks and beverages received positive feedback.
Value for Money
8.01
Good value, though some consider parking fees a downside.
Food and Beverage
9.06
Highly positive feedback on breakfast options, especially the donuts.
Overall Experience
8.43
Overall, guests express a strong desire to return, indicating a positive experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 16:41

Property Description

Vintage Charm and Modern Comforts

Classic Accommodations: Experience a stay in a vintage-style room at the Thunderbird Inn, complete with a 43-inch cable TV, refrigerator, and spa-quality bath amenities. Enjoy complimentary MoonPie pastries and sodas during your visit.

Pet-Friendly Amenities: Traveling with your furry friend? Our hotel offers a dog run on site, along with pet bedding and treats upon request. Discover pet-friendly activities in Savannah with the help of our knowledgeable front desk staff.

Convenient Location: Situated just minutes away from City Market and Savannah's downtown historic district, the Thunderbird Inn is the perfect base for exploring popular attractions like River Street shops and the Savannah College of Art and Design.

Book your stay at the Thunderbird Inn now for a delightful blend of nostalgia and convenience.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SAV

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs USD 20 per day.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    People no matter the age stay for US$10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 3093 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.56
Service: 9.03
Location: 9.07
Room Quality: 7.52
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 8.01
Food and Beverage: 9.06
Overall Experience: 8.43
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Sandra • couple • nl
7
Voor de prijs en lokatie een prima overnachtingsplek
Pros:

Lokatie dicht bij centrum , als je van donuts houd hebben ze een fantastisch ontbijt.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • couple • us
5
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Donna • couple • us
8
Great place to stay!!
Pros:

Convenient location, great staff, very comfortable!!

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Ian Strachan • couple • gb
9
Superb
Pros:

The location was great. Central old Savannah was just a short walk away. Coffee, fruit juice and donuts for breakfast were great. Superb hotel with lovely friendly staff.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Marcel • solo_traveller • us
10
Een fijn motel op een geweldige plek
Pros:

De locatie en het personeel

Cons:

Niets

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Carol • couple • us
10
Will be back.
Pros:

Great stay convenient to all.

Cons:

Great customer service and coffee and the best donuts.

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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511rebeccah • Friends getaway • Washington DC, District of Columbia
4
Disappointed
Pros:

The room was not clean; there was a dirty ring around the shower drain and dirty doors and walls. The upholstery was ripped and the lampshade was broken. Towels were very thin. The electricity was out on one whole wall - lights, plug ins.....everything. I was disappointed. I had stayed here before a few years ago and it was much nicer and cleaner. The location is great.......

2026-06-02 • via Tripadvisor
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Dan • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • couple • us
9
The Thunderbird will be our go to anytime we are in Savannah!
Pros:

Staff was amazing. Very polite. Very accommodating. Check in was easy and quick. Theme was on point. Donuts were great. Nice to have coffee available 24/7 and not just a coffee pot. There were options for coffee flavor
And cream. Nice touch! The WiFi was consistent. The room was spotless! I can’t say enough about how
Much I love this motel!

Cons:

The bottom sheet kept coming off in the night. The bed had a bit of a squeak on one side. The bathroom
Fan ran continuously so we had to keep
The door shut but that wasn’t too off putting. I did have to place a hand towel over the sink drain because of a loud drip. None of these were enough to make me never want to stay again. They are minor issues that are fixable.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • family_with_children • us
9
The staff is friendly & room was comfortable but location was a bit far from old Savannah to walk.
Pros:

Vintage

Cons:

Breakfast was not replenished.
Difficulty in getting luggage upstairs: no elevator.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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nancy • extended_group • es
10
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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michellecR5791OD • Friends getaway
6
Retro but rough
Pros:

Upholstery on chairs was ripped, lampshade was damaged, thin towels, dirty walls that could be washed or painted. The worst was the black ring around the shower drain. Location is convenient and beds were comfortable. But the overall condition of the room does not merit the nightly rate.

2026-06-01 • via Tripadvisor
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L9806TBcourtneym • Couples
4
Needs work.
Pros:

I've been waiting years to finally visit this hotel and finally was able to this past week. We arrived, checked in and were told that moon pies were probably not going to be in our room but soda should be.
When walking up to our room we were greeted with a housekeeper going off about people being checked into rooms she wasn't done cleaning. She was stating how she didn't understand why the f**K they kept doing this to her. Our keys did not work so back downstairs we went to wait in line to get that corrected. Once we got in our room we started checking it out. The cleanliness is questionable - stains on the shower curtain, baseboards caked with dirt, paint peeling on the windows. I went to take a shower and there was no body wash (like it was bone dry) to which i went out to ask housekeeping if they could fill it real quick. After that was done I got in the shower only for the shampoo dispenser to not even work.
Once we got back later and settled in we attempted to use the Cast TV system they use. It definitely does not work - we were never able to stay connected to their "internet' and never got the cast to come close to working. We finally gave up and just turned it off.
The best factor may have been the donuts that they provide from a local spot. Paying close to $200 for the one night was not the experience I thought it would be.

2026-06-01 • via Tripadvisor
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Anna • solo_traveller • us
8
Perfect place to stay for a day or two
Pros:

Nice retro motel. The donuts, and other pastries for breakfast, were exceptional, not the prepackaged stuff.

Cons:

Place is a bit noisy and I could hear trucks driving on nearby road

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • solo_traveller • hr
7
Pros:

Big comfortable bed that easily slept all three of us. Enjoyed free lemonade and popcorn.

Cons:

Somewhat spartan furnishings.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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T. Renae • solo_traveller • us
5
Pros:

The location and cleanliness. Cold room was excellent.

Cons:

The noise

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Steven • couple • us
8
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Maria Elena • solo_traveller • us
5
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Julie • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee