Best Western Thunderbird Motel
Motel, 3-star900 South Jefferson Avenue, Cookeville, TN, United StatesShow on map
Very good
Guests rate it highest for cleanliness, service and value.
8.4929Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.5 out of 10, at 900 South Jefferson Avenue.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Convenient Location Situated in the heart of Tennessee near Interstate 40, Best Western Thunderbird Motel is just a short distance from Burgess Falls State Park, offering easy access to nature and adventure.
Comfortable Accommodations Each room at this motel is equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, and cable TV with HBO channels. Suites even feature a sofa bed for extra relaxation during your stay.
Fantastic Amenities Enjoy the outdoor pool, daily hot breakfast with a variety of delicious options, on-site fitness center, and free WiFi throughout the property. Whether you're here for leisure or business, Best Western Thunderbird Motel has everything you need for a pleasant stay.
Book now to experience comfort and convenience at Best Western Thunderbird Motel!
What this place offers
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
Rooms
8.4
Very good
Rated 8.4 out of 10 by 929 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.9
- Service8.6
- Location8.5
- Rooms8.0
- Amenities8.3
- Value8.5
- Food & drink8.1
Guests mention
Friendly staffCleanlinessConvenient location
BarbaraUnited StatesIt was a better-than-average experience.
The staff was friendly and helpful and the room was immaculate. Excellent pricing.
I stayed in an accessible room. The beds are too tall and the toilet was too low. The bedspreads are unattractive. The room needed…
JustinUnited StatesSatisfied
Front desk staff is always wonderful.
The bed is a pretty firm.
ChadiaIELovely professional staff, really big rooms with 2 sinks, very clean; great value for money. Would definitely stay there again if driving by.
DonnaUnited StatesGood value.
Wonderful stay. Perfect for the price.
We were well pleased with everything. Our room was fresh and clean.
DonnaUnited StatesWe hire Americans
It was clean and very accomodating. Great staff. The only thing I found fault with is the illegal help they hired. They should only hire legal English speaking Americans.
Only that they dont hire legal Americans. I know…
Belinda HarrisUnited StatesThe room was very nice
They forgot to mop the bathroom and breakfast was very picked over
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
900 South Jefferson Avenue, Cookeville, TN, United States
Guests rate the location 8.5 out of 10 — very good.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Pets are only allowed in non-suite Queen Rooms with Two Queen Beds and must be confirmed with the hotel prior to arrival. Please note that pet fee is 20 $ per night.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. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Best Western Thunderbird Motel
What time is check-in and check-out at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Best Western Thunderbird Motel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does Best Western Thunderbird Motel have a pool?
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Does Best Western Thunderbird Motel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Best Western Thunderbird Motel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Best Western Thunderbird Motel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Best Western Thunderbird Motel?
900 South Jefferson Avenue, Cookeville, TN.
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