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Best Western Thunderbird Motel

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a desk with a lamp, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a window with curtains. - Best Western Thunderbird Motel (Cookeville)
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a bar. - Best Western Thunderbird Motel (Cookeville)
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You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour gym at Best Western Thunderbird Motel. The on-site Mexican cuisine restaurant, El Tapatio, offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Accessible-2 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Accessible-2 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Smoking Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a desk, and a view of the outdoors through a window with blue curtains.

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a desk with a lamp, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with blue curtains.

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(86 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a desk, and a view of the outdoors through a window with blue curtains.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a desk, and a view of the outdoors through a window with blue curtains.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a desk, and a view of the outdoors through a window with blue curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outside through a window.

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Pillow Top Mattress, Flat Screen Television, Microwave and Refrigerator, Two Vanities

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Cookeville is home to Best Western Thunderbird Motel. Ironwood Golf Course and White Plains Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Cookeville Performing Arts Center and Cookeville Depot Museum. Visit our Cookeville travel guide
Map
900 S Jefferson Avenue, Cookeville, TN, 38501

What's nearby

  • A forest with tall trees and a grassy ground.
    Dogwood Park
    5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Cookeville History Museum
    5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Cookeville Performing Arts Center
    5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Cookeville Depot Museum
    5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Tennessee Tech University
    6 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA)
    71 min drive

Restaurants

  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
    7 min walk
  • Chick-fil-A
    10 min walk
  • McDonald's
    5 min walk
  • Texas Roadhouse
    10 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    11 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 0.01 per night)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • El Tapatio

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 16 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per night

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0.01 per night (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per night

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Thunderbird Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–11:00 PM.

Is Best Western Thunderbird Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a fee 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Best Western Thunderbird Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Thunderbird Motel located?

Situated in Cookeville, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Dogwood Park, Cookeville History Museum, and Cookeville Performing Arts Center. Cookeville Depot Museum and Tennessee Tech University are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Best Western Thunderbird Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 566 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 305 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Comfortable bed, great AC, breakfast was very good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for a quick overnight so can't give much of a detailed review - but the staff that checked us in were absolutely lovely and our room was clean and cozy. If we ever pass through again I'll be booking here!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It’s definitely an older motel and it shows in the rooms however it was clean and the breakfast was a nice surprise.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great. We liked the double sink. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the pool being open late. Room was perfect. Front desk was very helpful. Would definitely stay here again next time we are in town.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great! Room was clean! Breakfast was nice both mornings. I used the gym both days which was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic motel. Great stopover location and folks working there couldn't be nicer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was great and very helpful. Clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really clean and updated place,love staying here, good hot breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean. Staff were nice. Breakfast- my husband had opened up a danish roll and it was moldy. My muffin was dry.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price for room. Breakfast included. We've stayed here several times as we travel, and the rooms are comfortable and clean. Good location just off the highway and a little outside of Nashville.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Clean, safe place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient close to restaurants
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
One night stay late September. Convenient location within easy/ moderate walking distance of several restaurants and fast food joints. Front desk very friendly and helpful. Breakfast usual selection of cold and hot offerings, no complaints. Hotel and room acceptably clean, no bugs seen, bedding and other linens clean. Had a good quiet night's sleep. Negatives were the lobby absolutely reeked of cigarette smoke and our non-smoking room had a noticeable pot smell. Would stay again if back in area and better rated/ more affordable options not available.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Nice clean place to stay. Staff was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was amazing. Hotel was convenient for our needs. Room was clean the coffee was good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and restful
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
An affordable clean place to stay with our dog.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an old school MCM motel, which has rooms that open on to the parking lot. The rooms are a bit noisier due to that, but overall they are nicely decorated and very clean. Parking is literally right outside the door! Mexican restaurant on site was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The eggs were tasty even if they were square. As always, room was clean as a whistle! This hotel never disappoints!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Parking was easy. Staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
Great room and easily accessible. Even though we booked at the last minute the motel was very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We had a great stay. It was quiet, there is a good breakfast with lots of options and the facilities are clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the bathroom area seemed newly remodeled, but the carpet and chair was a little dated. The bed was comfortable and the breakfast was good. Lots of parking available.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff, clean rooms and doggy friendly😊will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025