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Thunderbird Inn

Savannah - GA · United States

W Oglethorpe Ave, 611View location

8.8/10Excellent1,202 Reviews
Cleanliness8.8/108.8
Service9.4/109.4
Comfort8.8/108.8
Condition8.4/108.4
Amenities8.0/108.0
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About Thunderbird Inn

Located in Savannah's historic Yamacraw Village, the Thunderbird Inn is a short walk from SCAD Museum of Art and River Street. This hotel offers complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and premium bedding in all 42 guestrooms. Enjoy on-site amenities including a coffee shop, snack bar, and bicycle rentals.

Guests can also relax in the garden. The hotel provides convenient access to Savannah - Hilton Head International Airport (SAV).

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Located in Savannah (Historic District - North), Thunderbird Inn is within a 10-minute walk of River Street and City Market. This hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Savannah River and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Savannah College of Art and Design.

Stay in one of 42 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and coffee/tea in a common area. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Pet friendly
Concierge
Entertainment
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Noise-free rooms not guaranteed No alcohol served onsite Events/parties not allowed LGBTQIA+ friendly Professional property host/manager Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing Property does not require health documentation at check-in Pets allowed Only dogs and cats are allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • 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.
    • Alcohol is not served at this property.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-out is available.
    • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
    • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
    • Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 25.00 per night (in/out privileges)
    • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees
    • Late check-out fee: USD 40.00 (subject to availability)
    • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day
    • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

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

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

SCAD Museum of Art 0.2 km / 0.2 mi
Chatham County Courthouse 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Savannah Civic Center 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Savannah Visitor Center 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Savannah History Museum 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
City Market 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
First African Baptist Church 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Franklin Square 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Georgia State Railroad Museum 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
River Street 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Ellis Square 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Pulaski Square 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Savannah Children's Museum 0.9 km / 0.6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 42
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wired Internet
  • Wi-fi
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Newspaper stand
  • Shop
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  • Garden
  • Concierge
  • Café
  • Picnic
  • Snacks
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

CB

Continental Breakfast

This meal plan may be available depending on the selected room/rate.

Upon availability

Room types

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG

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    Thunderbird Inn

    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG

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  • QUADRUPLE QUEEN SIZE BEDQUADRUPLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDQUA.QN

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    Thunderbird Inn

    QUADRUPLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.QN

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Thunderbird Inn

8.8
Excellent
1,202 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.8 /10
Service
9.4 /10
Comfort
8.8 /10
Condition
8.4 /10
Amenities
8.0 /10
100 reviews shown
6/10
Pleasant
06 Jul 2026
Kendra
The location is great and the staff is very helpful! I am cold natured and the air conditioners could definitely use some maintenance as it got warm during the day. There was no shower liner so the water from the showers leaked onto the bathroom floors pretty bad. The TVs are casting only meaning you can only cast from an electronic device. The doughnuts were delicious so definitely go early to get the best selection. It was overall good for the price and location. Just keep your expectations at a minimum compared to the accolades.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jul 2026
Jennifer
Excellent donuts for breakfast from a local bakery, plus delicious juices and coffee! Fun rooms - retro style. Close to so much- historic Savannah and SCAD!
Family
2/10
Poor
05 Jul 2026
Lauren
I don’t even know where to begin. It was 7/4. We were so excited to stay at this retro hotel before we left Savannah. Bed had hair in it, you don’t have cable you have to cast your TV. If you have an IPHONE you’re screwed. I stayed in room 101, which Wren the staff said isn’t a room a typically sale due to the massive mold in the bathroom. The bath flooded so we had to use the towels in the room had to wait closer to checkout to more towels. My husband slept in the car because he was so annoyed. Every hotel was sold out in historic Savannah due to holiday, so we didn’t have a choice but to stay basically in the parking lot. It was a nightmare. The mold was awful. Let’s not talk about the ants. I was very disappointed because I wanted to stay here because I love nostalgia. We could book anywhere, money wasn’t the issue it just sucks this place didn’t meet expectation as TikTok hypes it. They couldn’t move us anywhere and provided no help. Wren was helpful when it was time to leave apologizing for the company but we hard and value our little time off. I requested a full refund I hope the honor it. I feel like I was taken advantage off because we paid for our room prior to arrival so we got whatever they had left.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jul 2026
Christian
It's a very nice retro-themed hotel. Street noise can be a little much for some people I'm sure, but didn't bother me at all. Rooms have everything you'll need. Would go back again for sure.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jul 2026
Bryan
The hotel was absolutely amazing. The staff was very accommodating and helps me with any issues we had with booking which were 100% on my end
Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 Jul 2026
Glenn
Location and dog friendly
4/10
Poor
03 Jul 2026
patricia
Room was very clean however the chair in the room had ripped upholstery and big chunk of tile was rotted out in the bathroom. A facecloth with big holes was given as a facecloth- it should be used as a rag
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
02 Jul 2026
kevin
The pros: good location, good rates, nice bed, room was clean-fancy breakfast donuts!

The cons: Noise! Near a major 4 lane and across the street from the main city bus terminal-and you hear it all night. Bring earplugs.

Maintenance needed-side walks in front of rooms need repainting, bathroom tiles need sanitizing and regrouting, door locks are wierd-sometimes they won’t unlock, sometimes they won’t lock.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2026
Amanda
This hotel is adorable and so centrally located, we were able to walk everywhere to explore Savannah. The retro style was so neat and those glazed donuts were SO good! We loved the room because it was spacious and easy to reach the hotel.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
30 Jun 2026
Michael
I stay in Savannah several times a year probably 10 or more. This is one of the regular places I like, but it does depend on the room. The TV service is not the greatest but then again it is a retro motel I like the RC cola and the moon pie when they have it that’s a nice touch. The donuts in the morning are fresh. The coffee is decent and the location is excellent. It is not the fanciest place in Savannah, but it’s a very nice option 4.1 stars.
Partner
2/10
Poor
30 Jun 2026
Tamika
I saw the room and immediately went back to the front desk to check out. I requested a refund. The box spring mattress was so old, dirty, and nasty I couldn't imagine laying in the bed. The rust at the bottom frame of the bed was awful. They took an old motel, threw some paint in areas in hopes of making it look presentable for customers but it didn't work. I don't understand why a hotel won't invest in the things necessary to attract people to stay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2026
john
This is a really cute little hotel. Great themed I ran into some small snags when I checked in. But the manager was very quick to correct it and help me out. And really turn this experience around. Would definitely stay here again.
2/10
Poor
28 Jun 2026
Thomas
Room smelled of mold. Shower area was damaged. Connecting room doors had no locks. Noise from street was terrible.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2026
Kelly
So cute, super convenient location, 100% walk everywhere, very nice and helpful staff.
Might be ready for a fresh coat of paint and a few maintenance touch ups inside the rooms since the last time we stayed, but the rooms were clean and comfortable so that’s what is most important. Main critique would be to make the hotel 100% non-smoking & speaker phone free as other guests stand outside the rooms or sit on the staircases and smoke with speaker phone on full volume.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
26 Jun 2026
Blythe
The staff was helpful, and my room had a super comfy bed and linens. The bathroom needed repairs, water damage around the bottom edge of the walls, torn shower curtain and terrible shower head led to water spraying outside of the curtain. No hand soap, just the wall-mounted lotion and shampoo in the shower. Towels frayed. Chairs faux leather peeling. Overall, quiet and great location- just needs updates.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2026
Elizabeth
Great
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jun 2026
Toni
Great place!!! Friendly staff, dog friendly and convenient location at a great price! 100% will be back!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2026
Carrie
Fun decor. Some signs of age to the room. Keycard did not work well. Had to try it several times before the door would open.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
19 Jun 2026
Sharon Marie
It's an affordable motel that leans into what it is - a roadside style motel. There is no coffee in the room - but the lobby has fresh coffee and delicious doughnuts.
It is convenient to all the things around. If you are looking for a budget type spot - this is a good spot with comfy beds. Highly recommend you travel with a noise machine btw.
Self
8/10
Excellent
18 Jun 2026
Lori
Great donuts!
Partner
4/10
Poor
18 Jun 2026
Christopher
The faucet dripped all night and you couldn't turn off the noisy bathroom fan. You had to use your phone to cast your own streaming service to get TV.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2026
Lourdes
The room was very clean and the shower had a good water pressure. I liked the charm and retro feel of the place. Take note that there are no elevators and there is only 1 ice machine on the first floor.
Self
8/10
Excellent
16 Jun 2026
David
It was good on the cleanliness front. Not perfect but good.
Partner
2/10
Poor
16 Jun 2026
Victoria
Not a great experience. The male with the piercings at the front desk was extremely unhelpful and unprofessional. Most of the information he gave us wasn’t accurate. I was very disappointed with where I had chosen to stay until we spoke with the lady who I believe has the shift after him. She was super helpful and kind and gave us great recommendations. The room was not very clean, especially shower. The parking fee is ridiculous especially since it is not made clear at all when booking. They send you an email 2 days before your reservation letting you know but at that point you are unable to make changes to your stay and still get a full refund. The reason we even booked was because of the affordability, but adding $25 each night for parking makes staying here the same or more expensive as staying somewhere much nicer. They are also misleading about parking and make it seem like there will be no where to park for free when in reality there is street parking right beside the motel. I was also really excited about the donuts but they were stale every morning :( unfortunately I won’t be booking again.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Jun 2026
John
It was clean, comfortable.Everything worked and bed was comy
Self
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2026
Stuart
I was welcomed at the front desk by a young man whose name was Wren. He was very professional and assisted me accordingly. Gave me some ideas about restaurants in the area and everything was relatively close. All of the weather was hot I preferred to walk and everything was great within a 10th of a mile and more. I took a gray line tour of the city and it was very enjoyable, there's a lot of history in Savannah. The bed in the hotel was awesome extremely comfortable and I slept like a baby. Very friendly staff very helpful. And when I checked out early, the front desk agent was very helpful also. She explained the refund process to me and how it worked because I had gone through Expedia. Expedia also did a great job. Thank you to the Thunderbird Inn, my next stay in Savannah will be with your hotel. By the way traffic goes by the hotel and can be loud, but when you're with someone or your TV is on or you fall asleep you don't even hear it. It is an old style Hotel, but very comfortable. Thank you again to the staff for the great stay I had.
Self
4/10
Poor
15 Jun 2026
Anthony
***Read the very bottom of the disclosure before you reserve, there is a non-negotiable $25 parking fee and one of the worst WiFi I’ve ever experienced at any hotel nation wide. Good luck watching TV, that’s a totally different nightmare. Also, the property is on a ver busy street, theres loud thumping for yiur sleeping pleasure cruising by all night. I couldn’t wait to get out of there!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2026
Pamela
It is a great place. Showers are small but the beds are so comfortable. Staff was wonderful. The check in was great and in the morning g they have the best donuts! It was great to stay in a place that was quiet and comfortable. Loved the old time feeling.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jun 2026
Myra
We had a really great time! It was myself and my children, and because they are homeschooled, we can get away during weekdays as opposed to only the weekends. So when my girlfriend‘s birthday landed on a Tuesday, it was a great opportunity to not only pop up on her as a surprise, but to spend a little bit of time in Savannah. I was looking for a budget friendly, kid friendly, centrally located hotel, and when I did a Google search and went on ChatGPT the Thunderbird Inn came up. I checked other people’s reviews and to my surprise everything was on the Up and Up. It’s right on Oglethorpe Avenue walking distance away from places like city market and River Street. We did a day at Tybee, visited with my friend, and then a little bit of River Street and historic Savannah. It was a great value for the money spent, and we will be back there when we come back to Savannah in July. The parking was great at only $25 per night versus $50 per night for other hotels in the area. I felt safe, beds were very comfortable, and it was really a great stay for the money. We loved the photo ops around the hotel and my sons loved the donuts, popcorn and lemonade. We will definitely stay again when we come back to Savannah.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
09 Jun 2026
denise
Room was clean and staff was kind and helpful.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Jun 2026
Maria
Breakfast and room clean but there was strong smell of cleaning supplies in the room
Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Jun 2026
Tiffany
This is a great value for your money. It is an aesthetic hotel. The rooms were clean and updated enough for me. It loses a star from me due to the room not having black out curtains and the lights outside the rooms staying on all night, it was very bright in the room all night. Also the water pressure in the shower was not very good. Otherwise great location, easy check in, nice staff, and cheap!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2026
Brad
Super cool place.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jun 2026
Sandra
Unique fun little hotel close to downtown. Mid century modern hip furniture, spacious room, loved the free popcorn, didn’t try the free donuts but they looked yummy. Walked everywhere!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jun 2026
Deborah
Definitely a great place to stay!!
We will be back!!
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
04 Jun 2026
Kristy
The location of this hotel and the concept behind it are great. I wanted to love it! Unfortunately, our room was in terrible condition. The chain lock was broken and the shower head was so clogged that it literally sprayed all over the entire bathroom. There was water damage all around the door and baseboards so it has clearly been happening for quite some time. The gap under the room door was sizable and allowed all of the road noise into the room. While the idea of the Thunderbird was fun, staying here wasn’t unfortunately.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
02 Jun 2026
Bryce
I enjoyed my stay at the Thunderbird Inn. The retro vibe was cool, it is in a great location, and the price was unbeatable. The room was spacious and clean however the water pressure wasn't great and the shower curtain setup was such that water leaked onto the floor from a normal shower. If you are on the bottom floor it can feel a little less private as well. Complimentary donuts and coffee in the morning are a plus.
Self
8/10
Excellent
01 Jun 2026
Kimberly
Good
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2026
Sylvia
This was such a cute motel. The retro look and vibe is different and fun. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. Close to many local places. Would definitely stay again.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2026
Nicole
10/10 as always. This is my second time staying here in 6 months and, despite it only being for a few hours due to my incredibly delayed train, the bed was SO comfortable and I had a wonderful hot shower and night’s sleep. Will always recommend this place/stay here when on a trip to Savannah. Also shout out to the super kind guy holding down the fort at night! He even reassured me he’d watch me walk to my room to make sure I got in alright since it was 3am when I got there (young woman, traveling solo). That gesture made me feel very safe and I really appreciated it. I will be back!
Self
8/10
Excellent
29 May 2026
Darla
Our stay was enjoyable. The room was comfy. My only complaint would be the strong smell of cleaning products in the room and we could not open the window to air out for a bit. Other than that, it was very satisfactory.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2026
Kelly
Comfortable, friendly, and I'm a repeat guest.
Pet
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2026
Adam
this place was just what we needed and it was even better than advertised! the property was extremely dog friendly- they had a dog park and dog treats everywhere and other pets staying. they also had a free breakfast every morning that included fresh donuts from a local bakery. also very close to river street, just a 15 minute walk.
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2026
Joshua
great experience
Friends
8/10
Excellent
25 May 2026
Leigh
I love the idea of this place. It’s nostalgic, cute, and in a great location, but it could definitely use a remodel. It’s basically a painted motel, and the bathroom in our room was very small. There were also obvious signs of past leaks in the room we stayed in.

One thing to note: I didn’t see anything mentioning that parking needed to be reserved ahead of time, so we ended up parking on the street each night. It wasn’t a huge issue, but definitely something future guests should know — reserve parking in advance if possible.

The breakfast was simple — donuts, coffee, and juice — but the donuts were delicious! They also leave MoonPies and RC Colas in each room for guests, which was a fun and cute touch.

Overall, the place has some charming little perks, but it didn’t quite live up to the hype for me. I didn’t have much interaction with the staff, so I can’t really comment on the service.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2026
G
Such a fun, retro feel. Bed and rooms clean, night seating area and a mini fridge. The donuts and popcorn, lemonade and coffee were an extra treat. It was walkable to the local attractions and more affordable than some of the other hotels.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
24 May 2026
Stacy
$25 to park your car yourself in the parking spots that are there for each room.

We had two rooms. One was cleaner…although it needed maintenance. The other was dirty and needed ALOT of maintenance. Tiles falling off in bathroom. Rusty shower. Paint peeling from everywhere. Damaged trim. Could see light through cracks in windows and doors. Had to dust before using air conditioner so we didn’t inhale all of it.

Bugs! Two roaches in room (not big ones, cause that’s how staff tried to justify it initially)

Staff was pleasant. Donuts were great.

Pics on here and website do not show true state of this motel.
Family
8/10
Excellent
24 May 2026
Lisa
Great location. Interesting theme. Free Donuts and coffee
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
22 May 2026
David
Very clean room. I didn't have a pet, but they cater to and encourage pet owners (good for them). Retro rooms are great. Very comfortable bed. The only minus is the $25 a day parking fee. It makes the room price artificially low and just seems like a sleazy ploy. The room was worth the total price, it just made me think less of the owners.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 May 2026
Andrew
I like the idea they are portraying but didn’t like how they didn’t have any bottled water for sale. We had to go down the road to a gas station and buy some there. Otherwise the place was clean and comfortable.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 May 2026
Larry
Convenient for walking to food, drink, history, and art.
Self
8/10
Excellent
22 May 2026
Nancy
Great location and super staff
Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 May 2026
Anika
Parking was very convenient right in front of the door (if you’re lucky). It’s not assigned parking but there’s plenty of space. The room felt and smelled clean. Which is a big bonus because some places you can just feel and smell that it isn’t cleaned properly. The bed was incredibly comfortable and spacious. Unfortunately the only down side was the “continental breakfast “. We had a donut ,orange juice and coffee. I feel that it was a bit misleading putting that as “breakfast “. We specifically chose this place for the good location and that it supposedly had breakfast included. We were starving when we walked out the door. Bit of a bummer when you thought you were going to have breakfast and save money on having to go out and getting a meal but didn’t get breakfast so we had to go and get food anyways. I think they should remove that from the description or just clarify that with the customers.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 May 2026
Val
Funky place. Well located. Great donuts!!
6/10
Pleasant
17 May 2026
tina
What breakfast? AC would not cool below 73
10/10
Exceptional
17 May 2026
scott
loved the retro vibe. Wren was a great host.
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2026
Kenneth
Love the place. Staff members were excellent
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2026
Kathryn
What a find! A 1964 property restored and upgraded for today. Great location, ample parking, amazing price, staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Delicious doughnuts and coffee in the lobby, and mini Moonpies and RC colas in the room.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2026
christina
Doughnuts were the bomb! My friend and I were supposed to go to Cumberland Island but weather chose otherwise. Crystal was kind, helpful and adorable. We snuggled in for another Thunderbird night followed by a doughnuts with Crystal morn! See !ya soon
Friends_and_family Friends
6/10
Pleasant
14 May 2026
Melody
Cleaning service was so rude and it was while we were leaving. Just walked into the room and basically pushed us out!
Otherwise the place was ok not greatc cute idea but not for the price we paid!!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 May 2026
Shari
What a refreshing place to stay, such wo derful service, clean rooms, spacious and cute as could be. Really liked our stay, location a bit farther than we though from the waterfront. Overall I would recommend this place for sure and we will be repeat customers too.
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2026
Michael
It was an absolutely lovely stay. The room was definitely mid-century modern with no detail left out. The room was very clean and it is centrally located right at the edge of the historic District. We would definitely stay there again on our next visit to Savannah.
Family
6/10
Pleasant
12 May 2026
Kathleen
Pros - great staff, donuts, pet area, close to
8/10
Excellent
12 May 2026
Mark
Place is cool. Staff is incredible. Place is located close to everything and is very reasonably priced. The walls are thin. We had a sink that dripped all night. People smoked outside of our room.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2026
Patricia
Room was clean. Donut selection varied and fresh. Would love hot water and tea in morning!
8/10
Excellent
11 May 2026
Jose J
Needs some renovation
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
11 May 2026
Jose J
It is pet friendly. During the night there should be preventive rounds. The neighbor we had took out a chair and sat down to smoke. And it wasn't cigarettes. The proximity to the avenue makes the hotel unsafe. In general, we had a good time
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
09 May 2026
Michael
It’s starting to look a little dated and I mean that from when I originally stayed there several years ago . I understand it’s a throwback hotel but it’s not it’s nice and clean as it once was in my opinion. It’s not as fresh as it once was I think when you first stay there and everything is clean and new it’s very nostalgic and nice for the money. It’s OK, but I would not put it in my top list of Savannah spots however it’s worth a visit if you’re into the nostalgia of it all. The coffee, the donuts and the juice are nice, but that is a lot of sugar enjoy I would give it 3 1/2 out of five stars.
8/10
Excellent
08 May 2026
Jacqueline
Clean room, even though it does need some repairs. First floor can also be a bit loud, but overall good for the price and you’re able to walk to many places. Staff was super nice too. Would stay here again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2026
Michele
Cute retro clean rooms. The staff is very friendly! Love the morning donuts and coffee bar!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 May 2026
TIM
I can't say enough great things about this Inn. The room so clean it almost squeaked. The bed and pillows comfortable. The staff was friendly and acted like they were glad you were there. Every time I went into the office, I was greeted with a warm hello. They answered all my questions--and it seemed no bother at all. The Inn is decorated nicely--I'd even say Groovily! The Inn is located a block from a welcome center--something we took advantage of every day. I'm definitely booking it again when I go to that part of the country. Thanks Thunderbird Inn for being so gracious!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 Apr 2026
Paul and Barbara
The motel is old. Very busy location across from a large bus terminal. Very loud traffic noise. Hard to sleep due to bright lights and loud road noise.
Nice to have coffee and donuts in the am.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Apr 2026
Florence
The room was clean & spacious.
The staff was friendly & helpful answering any questions we had. There is a microwave in the lobby that can be used if needed. Coffee & donuts a nice touch.
Easy walking distance to sights. Bed & pillows nice & comfortable.
Definitely recommend
Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Apr 2026
kerwin
Donuts were wonderful
Pet
10/10
Exceptional
27 Apr 2026
Daven
Our stay at Thunderbird Inn was great. The staff were very sweet and accommodating for our two fur babies. The place is very centrally located. Will definitely stay again!
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
24 Apr 2026
Nicole
It’s a motel. Fun theme, but no amenities except coffee and donuts for breakfast and popcorn in the afternoons. The room was clean and comfortable, although some of the furniture was a little beat up. Good location, quiet at night. Very nice staff. $25 extra per night for parking.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Apr 2026
Julie
Had a great stay for our overnight spot. Crystal at the front desk was awesome. The room was spotless. And…great donuts and coffee!
As it is on a main road the traffic is noisy so I used earplugs. My husband sleeps through everything and had no problem.
Everything was in walking distance, which we love.
Overall a great stay.
Partner
2/10
Poor
24 Apr 2026
Susan
Our door didn't seal so lots of outside noise. Our mattress had gross stains showing through the sheet. There was a Coffee maker & coffee but no cups. Toilet bowl had rust stains. Chairs were torn & dirty. Extra $25 charge to park in the motel's lot.
Shower was nice & breakfast was good.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2026
Veronica
Best hotel in Savannah!! I love the retro feel, the breakfast options, and that it's per friendly. They even have a small dog area!
Friends_and_family Friends
6/10
Pleasant
22 Apr 2026
BONNIE
Not a great breakfast. Donuts are not my preference for breakfast. But over all good location and staff friendly. However hotel was a little worn.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
22 Apr 2026
Rhonda
Pros: Reasonable clean, staff were great, great location and price.

Cons: The 'Continental breakfast' is coffee and donuts, we're used to the usual fare of eggs/waffles/fruit/ etc. Parking was $25 a night and the TV situation is terrible. You must 'cast' you computer/phone to the TV to watch your streaming services. That wasn't clear in the description and was difficult, we don't watch a lot of TV, but my husband gets up much earlier than me and likes to watch the news.

Would I stay there again, no. Would I recommend it for a night, sure.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Apr 2026
Andreana
Staff was incredibly kind, knowledgeable and helpful
Self
8/10
Excellent
20 Apr 2026
Valerie
Stayed two different times: each room needs minor repair: same as every motel, maintenance.
Cons: $25 per night to park in their own parking lot! Wow! No cable so no tv unless you download apps. What!? Super sugary donut for breakfast.
Pros: love the retro look. Very comfortable bed and pillows. Everything within walking distance. Not super loud at night so able to sleep comfortably.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
Heidi
Clean, friendly.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
james
The staff were very nice and the room was spotless. They were very helpful explaining the area. Delicious donuts were available with coffee in the office in the mornings! It's a sweet quirky place that took me back to childhood.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
Nancy
Loved the donuts. Loved the retro look. Loved the proximity to the action. The desk clerk was helpful with recommendations.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
Donald
The room was exactly like the picture. Comfy bed and clean room. Easy paid parking.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
Angela
Staff was great, great location. Rooms were nice. The donuts were the bees knees. Overall great experience.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Apr 2026
Danny
Such a cute and VERY thoughtful place! We loved it! Especially how they provide a place for your fur baby to enjoy!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Apr 2026
George
The staff was very nice and welcoming. The property was clean. Breakfast was minimal but fine. One odd thing, you can only watch tv if you link to your own phone or tablet and your streaming service. They don't have free over the air channels. You are given a brochure claiming availability of over 200,000 shows, movies and songs. Sure, if you provide them via casting/mirroring. Not a huge deal but unusual.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Apr 2026
Barbara
The staff is great, the beds are comfortable, but the infrastructure needs work. I know they're going for some kind of retro look, but the chairs in our rooms had splitting vinyl and the tiles along the bathroom were cracked & looked dirty, although they may have just been blackened with age. Thunderbird IS convenient to the historical area, but the traffic outside can be pretty noisy. The breakfast donuts were phenomenal. Some of the outlets didn't seem to work. None of this was a problem for me as all I wanted was a comfortable, clean, affordable room for a couple of nights. And other than the tiles, the room seemed VERY clean to me, the bathroom just threw me off. No curtains in the room meant the sun seeped in very early.
I know this is a very confusing review, but I feel I got what I paid for. And, I cannot stress enough the friendliness & helpfulness of the staff.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2026
DANIEL
Good coffee and doughnuts and popcorn
Great spot to stay in Savannah
Everything is a shot walk
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
12 Apr 2026
Timothy
The room was kinda gross/dirty. There were areas in the bathroom, where the floor molding had black nasty looking stuff in it and in the corners of the floor.
A lot of “gunk” in the air conditioner vents and dust in the lamp shade. The shower faucet is kind of gross looking. Easy to hear the people in the rooms next door. The fixture that should be where the door knob would be to stop someone coming into your room from the adjacent room was not attached and it was laying on the ground.

The air conditioner was cool, bed was comfortable and the doughnuts were good.
Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Apr 2026
Jackie
Great location & great rates. Old hotel not fancy but clean, location location!
6/10
Pleasant
11 Apr 2026
Ashley
I don’t think it’s a great walking distance and room was very basic. Shower pressure was painful making showering a little torturous and it flooded the entire bathroom soaking all your towels each day. Staff did nothing to accommodate because they were fully booked. I never complain either but being able to shower is kinda the reason for a room.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
10 Apr 2026
Robert
Good place, outside noise, traffic, and dogs barking in the next room, trying to sleep
Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 Apr 2026
David
Clean room, great price, great location, great donuts!
10/10
Exceptional
09 Apr 2026
Mykel
Great stay for one night
Self
4/10
Poor
07 Apr 2026
Kayla
The rooms were clean. The hotel wasn’t bad but there wasn’t breakfast like i was expecting, or like it says they have, it was just donuts. The wifi was pretty bad i lost connected dozens of times trying to cast movies on the TV. I had to literally pay $26 to keep my car in the parking lot of the hotel i paid to stay at which was ridiculous. wouldn’t stay here again or recommend.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Apr 2026
Rudy
decent 2 star hotel right IN the historic district. Everything is walkable from the motel. My only knock is that as a smoker, I don't particularly appreciate having the (smokers section) share with the (pet relief area)
Partner

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Thunderbird Inn
W Oglethorpe Ave, 611, Savannah, United States

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