THUNDERBIRD INN
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THUNDERBIRD INN

Address
611 West Oglethorpe Ave.
Savannah, GA 31401
United States (USA)
1-800-230-4134
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Thunderbird Inn
Discounted Savannah lodging in the historic district was never so much fun! Recommended by Ladies Home Journal, Southern Living, 10Best and Bust Magazine, business and leisure Savannah travelers and tour groups meet-up at our delightfully quirky downtown Savannah hotel near the Savannah Visitor’s & Information Center. Pumped with retro southern-ness – that also equates to practicalities -- the popular historic downtown Savannah hotel’s location, very affordable rates, and the inn’s hip, retro motel eccentricities hook up with exceptional guest comforts. Don’t be fooled about the cheap Savannah hotel rates downtown! Inclusive rates cover plush bedding, pillow-top MoonPies® at turndown, fresh Krispy Krème® donuts for breakfast in our cool cafe, plus free on-site parking. Ask about pet-friendly Savannah hotel lodging to please pet-lovers and well-trained dogs and cats. At this fun-loving Savannah inn, travelers enjoy the essentials and simple pleasures for a comfortable stay in the downtown Savannah historic district! • Double, Queen or King Bed choices (including connecting rooms) • Simmons pillow-top mattresses • Crisp linens and comfortable pillows • Individually controlled heating and air conditioning • 25" TV with 70+ cable channels including HBO and ESPN • Cool downtown Savannah rooms with black-out drapes • Complimentary WiFi • A spacious bathroom and vanity • Spa-quality personal care amenities • Hairdryer • Big, fluffy towels • Magnifying makeup mirror Travel light. Thunderbird Inn-hotel in downtown Savannah provides the necessities and more for the Savannah traveler, whether business or personal: • Comfortable reading chairs with good lighting • Refrigerator • In-room coffee/tea service • Writing Desk with high-speed Internet connection • Iron and ironing board • Clock/radio • Free local and toll-free phone calls • Ample toiletries
Star Rating:   2 Stars
Local Attractions:   Savannah Historic District, River Street, Round House Museum, Savannah Civic Center, Savannah International Trade Center, Savannah Wildlife Refuge, Tybee Island Lighthouse, Tybee Island, Savannah College of Art and Design, SCAD, City Market, Broughton Street

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What's Near by? Miles
Savannah History Museum 0.2
Savannah Science Museum 0.2
Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum 0.2
Downtown Savannah 0.3
Alex Baptiste Art Gallery 0.4
Signature Gallery of Savannah 0.4
Exotic African Gallery and Gift 0.4
A T Hun Gallery 0.4
City Market 0.4
Chroma Gallery 0.4
Ralph Gilbert Mark Civil Rghts 0.4
River Street 0.5
Savannah Fine Arts 0.5
Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace 0.5
Kim Iocovozzi Fine Art 0.5
Savannah College of Art & Design 0.6
Jack Leigh Gallery 0.6
Historic Downtown 0.6
Owens Thomas House Museum 0.7
Flannery O'Connor Home 0.7
Lucas Theatre 0.7
Davenport House Museum 0.7
River Street Gallery 0.8
Beach Institute African 0.8
Savannah International Trade & Convention Center 0.9
East End Gallery 1.0
Georgia International Maritime and Trade Center 1.1
Bowles Fine Art 1.6
Savannah Amtrak 2.6
Paradise Wild 3.3
Memorial Health System 3.3
Institute For Regional Cancer 3.6
Savannah Technical College 4.0
The Mackey House 4.1
Savannah State University 4.6
Coastal Harbor Treatment Center 4.7
Oatland Island Education Center 5.0
Knights of Columbus 5.3
South University 5.4
Georgia Regional Hospital 5.5
Aquatic Center 5.9
Downtown Port Wentworth 6.0
Savannah Hilton Head Intl. Airport (SAV) 6.8
Savannah Int'l Airport (SAV) 6.8
St. Joseph's Candler Hospital 7.0
Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum 8.3
K Miller Studios 8.7
Downtown Richmond Hill 15.3
Downtown Tybee Island 15.9
Miriam's By the Sea 15.9
Tybee Island Marine Science 16.0
Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge 16.4
Baynard Plantation Ruins 17.2
Sea Pines Plantation 19.1
Sea Pines Forest Preserve 19.4
Alder Lane Beach 20.1
South Forest Beach 20.2
Newhall Audubon Nature Preserve 20.5
Coligny Beach Park 20.9
Coligny Beach 20.9
Harbour Town Lighthouse 21.1
Coastal Discovery Museum 22.1
Singleton Beach 24.6
Tybee Island 24.8
Burkes Beach 24.9
 
Hotel Reviews for Thunderbird Inn
Hotel reviews 4.0 out of 5 Based on 604 guest reviews, Very Good

4.0 of 5 stars Based on 636 traveler reviews
4.5 based on 584 reviews  Value
4.0 based on 538 reviews  Rooms
4.0 based on 585 reviews  Cleanliness
4.5 based on 582 reviews  Service
Excellent
260
Very Good
217
Average
87
Poor
42
Terrible
30
Most Recent Traveler Reviews:
5 of 5 stars “Great Place”
May 17, 2013   alwaysgone60, alabama | Trip type: Couples
Retro but amazing. This is a trip in itself. The staff especially Peyton and Leslie could not have shown more hospitality. They were ready to help with all our questions... more »
4 of 5 stars “Funky motel in downtown Savannah”
May 12, 2013   ThePackedBag, Sydney, Australia | Trip type: Solo travel
The marketing is very smart as they tell you they are the Hippest Hotel in Savannah, so you are predisposed to like them even before you arrive. On the outside... more »
5 of 5 stars “Canadians are cozy and connected....”
May 7, 2013   Jo-Anne G, Sydney Mines, Canada | Trip type: Business
Listen this motel and staff were wonderful ...as from another country well up North and our first time in the deep south we were blessed here . Shana the front... more »
3 of 5 stars “Mixed feelings about this gem of a place”
May 7, 2013   HeySuz_12, Woodbury, Minnesota | Trip type: Family
The outside of the Inn is a throwback to another time. The inside of our room was spacious and classy. Got our RC Colas and Moon-pies. Very fun detail. Was... more »
4 of 5 stars “Well worth the price”
May 7, 2013   Kyle R, Kennesaw, Georgia | Trip type: Couples
A lot of Savannah locals cringed when I told them my groomsmen and I were staying at the Thunderbird Inn, so I doubled down and got the honeymoon suite for... more »

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Details
Check In: 3:00PM
Check Out: 11:00AM
Year of Last Renovation: 2006
Floors: 2
Rooms: 42
Non Smoking Rooms: 42
Handicap Rooms: 0
Suites: 3
Room Windows: Windows Don't Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 0
Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 3.0 Mi
Dist. to Nearest Gym: 0.3 Mi
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Individual Room: 48 Hours Group Blocks: More Than 30 Days Before Arrival - No Cancellation Penalty, 29 Days before Arrival - 50% of Total Room Revenue, 14 Days before arrival - 75% of Total Room Revenue, 7 Days before arrival - 100% of Total Room Reven
Nightly Parking: 0
Total Taxes: 13.00%
Total Misc Fees: $1.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 6.00%
Occupancy Tax: 7.00%
City Tax: 1.00 Per Night
Parking Fee: 0.00 Per Night

 
Room Types - Thunderbird Inn
Standard w/2 Queens at Thunderbird InnStandard w/2 Queens
  • Two Queen Beds
Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and the 25-inch TVs is offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker and a refrigerator are provided. You will have a shower/tub combination, as well as designer toiletries, a hair dryer, and a makeup/shaving mirror. A desk, a wake-up call service, and daily housekeeping are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.

Standard w/King  at Thunderbird InnStandard w/King
  • One King Bed
Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and the 25-inch TVs is offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker and a refrigerator are provided. You will have a shower/tub combination, as well as designer toiletries, a hair dryer, and a makeup/shaving mirror. A desk, a wake-up call service, and daily housekeeping are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.

Standard w/2 Doubles  at Thunderbird InnStandard w/2 Doubles
  • Two Full Beds
Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and the 25-inch TVs is offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker and a refrigerator are provided. You will have a shower/tub combination, as well as designer toiletries, a hair dryer, and a makeup/shaving mirror. A desk, a wake-up call service, and daily housekeeping are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.

 
Amenities - Thunderbird Inn
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • ATM
  • Central location
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Concierge service
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Electronic key card
  • Fax available
  • Free local calls
  • Hairdryer available
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - ethernet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Pets allowed
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shower
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • Travellers cheques accepted
Pets Allowed Pet Friendly?
Yes! Pets are allowed.
Show Pet Policy
 
Airport & Shuttle Information - Thunderbird Inn

Savannah Hilton Head International Airport (SAV). 16 Miles Away From Hotel. Estimated one-way taxi cost ranges from $25-$35.

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
 
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