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Thunderbird Inn

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City Market and Savannah College of Art and Design are located near Thunderbird Inn, which provides free continental breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. In addition to a snack bar/deli, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(76 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Historic District - North, a neighborhood in Savannah, Thunderbird Inn is in a shopping district and near a metro station. River Street and City Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Savannah River and Forsyth Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Enmarket Arena or Savannah Civic Center. Visit our Savannah travel guide
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611 W Oglethorpe Ave, Savannah, GA, 31401

What's nearby

  • A room with red netting and four wooden chairs.
    SCAD Museum of Art
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A street with a Savannah Civic Center sign, a speed limit sign, and a pedestrian crossing.
    Savannah Civic Center
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A bustling street with a vintage carriage, a City Market, and various shops.
    City Market
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A cobblestone street with a tram, shops, and pedestrians.
    River Street
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Savannah Visitor Center
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station
    9 min drive
  • Savannah - Hilton Head International Airport (SAV)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Grove Savannah
    9 min walk
  • Congress Street Social Club
    7 min walk
  • Origin Coffee Bar
    9 min walk
  • Vinnie Van Go-Gos
    9 min walk
  • The Portal
    7 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1964
  • Local artist showcase
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individually decorated
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 40.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
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, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
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 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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.

You need to know

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Thunderbird Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 25.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Thunderbird Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Thunderbird Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 40.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Thunderbird Inn located?

Located in Historic District - North, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of SCAD Museum of Art, River Street, and City Market. Savannah River and Savannah College of Art and Design are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Thunderbird Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 677 out of 1199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 307 out of 1199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1199 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Super nice staff and delicious food
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Was such a cool place ! If your good with a no frills comfortable place to stay this is it … especially if you like moonpies and RC cola!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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6/10 Okay

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The staff is really nice. The location is good. The bed was comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Thunderbird Inn was awesome. I loved the complementary breakfast and popcorn that they offered all the staff was very courteous and I had a really late check-in and they were so accommodating excited to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Helpful staff at check in and check out. If you grew up with motels this place brings back a great deal of nostalgia. There are nice touches like a rotary phone, RC Colas and moonpies in the room. The hotel was clean and parking was cheaper than some other hotels. The Inn is located about a block from the courthouse and within easy walking distance to restaurants and many of the sights.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was great had car problems lady at desk went above and beyond to help me thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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the room was clean, no weird smells, however the walls were thin and we could hear all the noises from the street outside , also the room was humid. Not fans of doughnuts therefore we skipped breakfast. Location was good. It was ok for one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing. The room was horrible. Very run down with cockroaches. Drywall had huge cracks with mold.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the Thunderbird. The location was perfect and the retro feel was really fun.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love the 60 -70 style. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I did not like that I was not given a notice that parking cost 25 dollars a day.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing location, walkable to many historic sites. The donuts were fantastic and staff was extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Retro Motel conveniently located on the edge of the Historic District. 24 hour popcorn. Reasonable parking and this is a plus! Super comfy beds. Sink water was very low pressure. Shower was very powerful and the showerhead is positioned so that it actually stung sensitive body parts and the curtain didn’t keep the water in the shower stall. Nothing is updated, but it was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff. Clean updated rooms. All around great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a wonderful experience, especially since we were able to bring our dogs with us. The staff at the hotel was incredibly helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Friendly staff and loved the donuts. They pull off their theme well. Quiet and felt safe travelling solo. Rooms were clean but dated and could use some updating
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property was built in 1964 and definitely has that mid-century look and style. The staff were very friendly, the room spacious and clean, the doughnuts and coffee delicious. Added bonus were the RC colas and mini MoonPies! If you want fancy this place may not be for you, but if you want nostalgia in a great location stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Room was clean and staff was kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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i’ve always wanted to stay a night here…it looked fun, so i tried it and it didn’t disappoint. staff for night time AND daytime were great. if you’re looking for a 5 star…this ain’t it. but definitely a pretty cool place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Comfortable, friendly, and I'm a repeat guest.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Convenient for walking to food, drink, history, and art.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Run-down old motel that happens to have good design and a cool old sign. It's too bad, everything sounds good on paper but the execution was terrible and prices are wild for what you get. $25 to park in an empty lot with random people milling around your car. Free Moon Pies and a couple of cans of soda don't make up for a gross old motel. On the plus side, very pet friendly including nice treats and dog park on the side of the property (although the gate didn't shut properly so what's the point?).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great price, great location, great donuts!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026