The Thunderbird Inn

Hotels
8.4 (3030 reviews)
611 West Oglethorpe Avenue , Savannah , us

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.

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 3030 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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Martha solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

Clean

Cons:

No cable

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Evelina solo_traveller nl
8
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Marcus solo_traveller br
9
Ótimo
Pros:

Das cortesias ( refrigerantes, pipoca e biscoito). Os funcionários. Localização e cama boa.

Cons:

Gostei de tudo

2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Scott couple us
2
Don’t, just don’t.
Pros:

Location.

Cons:

Not clean. Only shampoo in bathroom.

2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Ursula solo_traveller de
3
Gruselig
Pros:

Tee/ Kaffee mit sehr leckeren Doinuts zum Frühstück.

Cons:

Liegt direkt an einer super befahrenen Kreuzung, die Trucks fahren quasi in Kolonne rein und raus aus dem Hafengebiet, Bikes holen ordentlich Schwung. Wer taub ist oder auf extremen Dauerkrach steht, . Ist hier richtig. Das 1 Queen-size Bett war sauber, ansonsten möchten wir nichts anfassen, abgewrackt..Es stank.
Das Bild hatte nichts mit unserem Zimmer zu tun.
Für eine Nacht, haben wir uns überwunden, sonst wären wir gar nicht erst eingezogen.

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Lawrence solo_traveller us
8
2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Taylor couple us
10
THE COOLEST PLACE EVER!
Pros:

Adorable! Super cute, retro, hip theme. You can tell there is a lot of thought and effort put into everything there. Easy process. Front desk staff super friendly. Loved the whole vibe. Honestly, slept the best I’ve slept in months 🤣 Loved the RC Cola’s and Moon Pies in the room too. Popcorn upon arrival. Donuts in the morning. What more could you ask for?! Also loved that I received a personal text the day of our arrival confirming check in and asking if I needed anything. I had a question and they responded immediately. Just an all around great experience and I would recommend this place to anyone!

Cons:

The shower curtain kept sticking to me 🤣

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Wendy couple us
8
Should be 5 stars
Pros:

Cool property with positive vibes. Bed was very comfortable and shower was exceptional. Easy walking to many sights.

Cons:

A lot of traffic noise.

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Jerry couple us
7
As for as location I would stay again, because of noise no.
Pros:

Property was in a convenient location. The bed was comfortable. Staff was friendly.

Cons:

You have to stream the television from your phone if you want to watch anything. Even though you park right by your room there is a $25 a night parking charge. Water pressure was horrible. This motel had more outside noise than any I’ve ever stayed in. Bring ear plugs. Also a man sat down outside our room and talked to himself and knocked on our door. Had to call the office at 1 am to ask for him to move.

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller us
8
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Nico solo_traveller it
9
2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Boguslaw solo_traveller us
9
It was great!
Pros:

Fifties decor!

Cons:

The TV didn’t work

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Diane couple us
10
Pros:

The Thunderbird Inn IS the hippest hotel in Savannah and Wren IS the hippest employee! He is very chill and friendly. Wren offered excellent information about going downtown to River Street. Hubby enjoyed the retro style and the yummy donuts. The room was very clean and the bed/pillows were comfy. I appreciated the mini fridge .. much larger than most places. Shower was hot and pressure good. I liked that there were pump dispensers for shampoo/conditioner/moisturizer. It was the perfect walking distance to River Street and surrounding areas.

I read a plethora of the reviews and I got to say, some people are just too picky or choose to be negative-focused. The bathroom exhaust fan that is always on was actually like a white noise machine and helped us to sleep better. We arrived on a Sunday (Mother’s Day) so traffic noise was minimal. I did hear more street activity the next morning after waking, but it didn’t keep me from having a restful sleep. (I brought earplugs after reading it could be noisy and didn’t need them). The $25 parking fee is a bargain. I searched the downtown hotels and they get $50 per night, plus you have to do valet. I much prefer to have my vehicle right outside my motel door for easy access.

The Thunderbird Inn is a unique, budget friendly, clean motel. We had a wonderful stay and would return. I definitely recommend! 😊🍩

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Stanley couple us
8
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Randy solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Close enough to walk to most of the thing an places we went so very satisfied

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Alisa couple us
7
Doesn’t worth the price
Pros:

Location in downtown

Cons:

Too noisy and doesn’t deserve the price. Parking is not free, $50 for animal. Sum up the money and you can stay in hotel with free parking and cheaper pet fee.

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Maxine family_with_children us
10
Pros:

The Thunderbird Inn has a great vibe. I'll stay here again when I am in Savannah.

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Lynette couple us
8
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Nathália solo_traveller br
10
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Jaroslaw couple pl
10
2026-05-12 via Nuitee