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Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside

2.5 star property
Travelers can relax with favorite shows in the TV lounge or get local recommendations from the multilingual staff at this Riverside lodge with express check-in.

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Located in Eastside's heart, Thunderbird Lodge offers free self parking and express check-in for a hassle-free arrival. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi and shows in the TV lounge. The multilingual staff receives consistent praise for their helpful assistance.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
2711 University Ave, Riverside, CA, 92507

What's nearby

  • Riverside Metropolitan Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Riverside Convention Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Fox Performing Arts Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • University of California, Riverside - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Riverside Community Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Riverside-Downtown Station - 12 min walk
  • Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
  • Pho Ha #7
  • El Trigo Restaurant
  • The Old Spaghetti Factory
  • Heroes Restaurant & Brewery

About this property

Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside

Hotel located in Eastside
Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Multilingual staff, a 24-hour front desk, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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Frequently asked questions

Is Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside?

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

What time is check-out at Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside located?

Located in Eastside, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Riverside Art Museum and Riverside Metropolitan Museum. California Museum of Photography and Fox Performing Arts Center are also within 1 mi (2 km). Riverside-Downtown Station is 12 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Thunderbird Lodge in Riverside Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 423 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 93 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 152 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a cheap hotel, but for what it was, the room was good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super easy to get to nice and friendly as well
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good for its price
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Amenities
I loved the staff very amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good value
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

deena

Liked: Staff & service
The room was clean and the staff was nice the prices are h
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the whole atmosphere and the staff is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stotix

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nothing like the pictures, stained sheets or just plain dirty. Broken jetted tub handles. Didn't even stay the first night. Put a claim in to get my money back. Would not recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Typically, my stays here encounter lots of extra creepy crawling guests if you get my point. I basically can't bring in my suitcase unless I want to leave with stowaways. But this time, to my delight, NO BUGS at all. A nice clean room. Thank you thunderbird.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albaro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay

Room was nice had squeaky bed but was comfy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Monica

The young lady that checked me in was extremely kind and welcoming. I think that’s why I didn’t realize it wasn’t the best place. The bottom of the door in my room had a large gap. Big enough for someone to slide something under and unlock my door. There was also a 7x7 square hole in the ceiling
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Payton

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The people who work here are wonderful! However, the photos I don't think fully captured the challenges with this place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay for a decent rate
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kalen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Larger beds in the suites would have been better. If I'm paying for the largest room I should be able to have a King bed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Staff was unable to provide two room keys that worked. Then the only working key stopped working and another working one could not be produced. The front desk is often unstaffed so it is necessary to walk around the property to find someone who can help. When the toilet got stopped up, I was provided with a plunger stored in a plastic bag fouled with human waste.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose Humberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very pleasant experience, clean and cozy place, very comfortable rooms and excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emediong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, serene, affordable. Couldn’t ask for more.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the staff very accommodating and respectful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Really great to find this place for a night while traveling
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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