Best Western Thunderbird Motel

Cookeville hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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At Best Western Thunderbird Motel, kickstart your day with a free breakfast buffet and energize at the 24-hour gym. Unwind by the outdoor pool with sun loungers or grab lunch at El Tapatio, serving delicious Mexican cuisine. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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
$66 nightly
$79 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 20 of 20 rooms
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

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

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

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

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

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

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly) | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly) | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly) | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

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

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

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

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
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
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
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
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub 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 neighborhood

Map
900 S Jefferson Avenue, Cookeville, TN, 38501

What's nearby

  • 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

When visiting Cookeville, Best Western Thunderbird Motel is a great choice to consider. 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.

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

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

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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.

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Best Western Thunderbird Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently good with a variety of options and often made with fresh waffles. (56 reviews)
  • The property is conveniently located near multiple dining options and has a restaurant on site. (10 reviews)
  • The pool was a highlight, described as awesome, nice, refreshing, great, and a hit with kids. (13 reviews)
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Popular mentions

RoomService staffBreakfastBedRestaurantMexican restaurantLocationBathroomFoodValue

6/10 Good

Checking in was quick and staff was very polite and helpful. Room was comfortable but no extra blanket and was a little drafty. Parking was great and attached Mexican restaurant was good.
Thomas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Plenty of parking. The room was clean and comfortable. The breakfast was really good and the staff were very friendly.
Amanda, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice room. Great staff. Would stay there again.
Kim, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The whole stay was great!
Tracie, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The woman who checked me in was quite lovely and I appreciated her warmth. That was the last warmth I my B experienced since the room was COLD Ddiring this extreme weather.
I admit having the occasional bug in my own home. This still took me by surprise.
I don’t have holes in my sheets.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice place

Great place to stay
Sean, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best stay ever!
MARY, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

They switched our room for us without any problem. The first room smelled like smoke. It must have come in from outside. The room was clean and bright. The staff was very nice.
Shari, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean the bed was great and the Mexican restaurant being close was a plus
Wendy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean and comfortable room
Carleigh, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, clean rooms and doggy friendly😊will definitely stay again!
Amber, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Marcus, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Darrel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Helpful and friendly staff.
Sveinn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great clean place to stay. Staff was very nice.
beverly, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location.
Shandy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Many great dining options very close.
Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful room
Jen, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

We book a room that shows a hot plate and large refrigerator as we were going to stay a week. The hotel doesn’t have any of these rooms. Also, the hotel shows its age. Water leak by the toilet and stairs to the second floor has broken/rusted railings.
Richard, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice staff
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay Low key quiet n afordable
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a good place to stay. Clean and pretty pleasant
Blake, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Rebecca, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Breakfast was great
Ron, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
michelle, 1-night trip