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Thunderbird Motor Inn

5849 York Rd, Duncan, British Columbia V9L3S3 , Canada
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Thunderbird Motor Inn
Ranked #1 of 5 hotels in Duncan
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Canada
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

This hotel has wonderful new owners and they have transformed this quaint inn to a great place to stay. The rooms are updated and for the price you can't go wrong! When in Duncan you now know where stay!

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Victoria, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

Stayed at the Thunderbird in February due to a family tragedy in Duncan. Know the Thunderbird quite well over the years, but since Martin and Maureen took over, they have done a great remodeling job and turned it into a great place to stay, You also couldn't ask for nicer people as your hosts. They really go out of their... More

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Vancouver, Canada
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2013

We stayed at the Thunderbird Motor Inn with our sons who were participating in a wrestling tournament across the street at "The Stick". The place was sold out, but the proprietor offered us the designated smoking room which she had not planned to rent that night as it was not up to her standards. We decided to take the room... More

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Saskatoon, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

Stayed at the Thunderbird for 4 months from Nov /12 to March /13 and it was awesome nicely renovated and nice kitchenette. Great monthly rate which I recommend if you wish to get away from winter for a few months. The new owners are just awesome people and will make your stay most enjoyable more so than you will find... More

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Wilmington
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013

Recently stayed at this motel for 7 nights. Owners were truly amazing and accommodating. Rooms very spacious and had recently been remodeled. Microwave, refrigerator and flat screen television. Very clean laundry facilities on site. Highly recommend staying here. Caroline E.

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Port Alberni, British Columbia, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2012

we were in Cowichan for our grandsons hockey tournament and found this place by accident, I knew we had found a gem just by the way the office looked, the owner was very friendly,and when I walked into our room it was actually pretty, I have stayed at high priced hotels when we were at other tournaments, but the thunderbird... More

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Regina, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 December 2012

Totally different from a year ago. The outside looks smart and welcoming and decorated for the season. The new owners were very nice and we got to know them quite well. We stayed in two rooms as we went up island in between. Both rooms were very comfortable and clean. Everything you expect in a motel room was there and... More

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Ucluelet, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2012

This motel was recommended to me by new friends in Duncan. The owners are a wonderful couple who bend over backwards to make sure your personal needs are met. Although in the midst of changing and renovating rooms, the surrounding energy is calm and serene. The rooms are clean, bright and well set up. If there is something I forgot... More

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Coquitlam, Canada
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 November 2012

We stayed at the Thunderbird Motel based on the previous reviews. The previous reviews make this place seem way nicer than it actually is. This is an average motel with no amenities and is way over priced for what you get compared to others around. The owners were very nice and made you feel very welcome. The comfort of the... More

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Thunderbird M, Owner at Thunderbird Motor Inn, responded to this review
27 November 2012

Thank you for your feedback; we value our customers' opinions & accept them with the view of improving our facility & our customers' experience. "Overpriced" and "$109" does not tell readers the full story. We were asked to quote on the basis of four people per room over the busy Canada Veterans Day long weekend. This quote included housekeeping services... More

Nanaimo
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 October 2012

I had the good fortune to return to this great lodging once again. Although the new owners were in the midst of changing some of the room furniture, they made time to make me feel welcome once again. The new furniture going into the rooms looks great and certainly makes the rooms look more modern. The on site restaurant provided... More

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Additional Information about Thunderbird Motor Inn

Address: 5849 York Rd, Duncan, British Columbia V9L3S3 , Canada
Region: Canada > British Columbia > Vancouver Island > Duncan
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beverage Selection Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Pets Allowed Restaurant Shuttle Bus service Wheelchair access
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Ranked #1 of 5 hotels in Duncan
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Thunderbird Motor Inn is centrally located in the Cowichan Valley; an easy walk to downtown Duncan, the Cowichan Sports Plex, and across the street from the Cowichan Theatre / Rec Centre / Aquatic Centre.We are 40mins north of Victoria (BC's Capital) and 35 minutes south of Nanaimo (The Harbour City) which makes us the perfect stopping point after travelling from the Washington State Ferries, BC Ferries, or the airports.We are close to the Chemainus Theatre, Cowichan Valley Exhibition Grounds, Sports Fields, many Local Wineries, Golf Courses, Shopping, BC Forest Discovery Centre, Vancouver Island University, Maple Bay Marina, Cowichan District Hospital.Located in the City of Totems, in the heart of Duncan B.C. ... more   less 

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