Hotel Details
900 S Jefferson Avenue, Cookeville, Tennessee 38501-0953 United States

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Hotel Overview

Conveniently located off Interstate 40, Highway 70 and Highway 111, and situated between Knoxville, Nashville and Chattanooga, the Best Western Thunderbird Motel offers an easy access to the surrounding area and comfortable accommodations while on the road.

When staying at the Best Western Thunderbird Motel, there's plenty to do and something for everyone. Visit students attending Tennessee Tech University, check out Cane Creek Park Sports Complex, attend an event at Waterloo Venue and Events, stroll through the historic downtown, or attend the annual Muddy Roots Festival. Coming to visit any of our surrounding state parks? Burgess Falls, Cummins Falls, and Edgar Evins State Park are all within a short drive. Swing away on local golf courses and discover breathtaking waterfalls in the Cumberland Plateau area. Rich Froning’s CrossFit Mayhem is only a few minutes from our hotel.

Inside each spacious accommodation at the pet-friendly Best Western Thunderbird Motel, guests will find all the comforts of home, in addition to all the premium amenities that Best Western hotels are known for, including an iron, ironing board, microwave, refrigerator, hairdryer, coffee/tea maker and more. Enjoy our double vanities featured in our standard guest rooms. Two-room suites and hot tub suites, which include a microwave, refrigerator and sofabed, are also available upon request. Other amenities at the Best Western Thunderbird include an outdoor pool, fitness center, and guest laundry facilities. If you’re a motorcycle rider, enjoy using our free motorcycle washing station.

Whether traveling here on business, heading through town on a road trip or staying for vacation, the Best Western Thunderbird Motel offers spacious, comfortable accommodations and all the amenities needed while on the road. Book a stay online and save today!

We are a pet friendly hotel and allow them in specific pet designated rooms only.

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Location

Hotel location and the surrounding area

900 S Jefferson Avenue
Cookeville, Tennessee

Nearby Attractions

Area Business

  • 0.80 mile(s) from Portobello America
  • 1.90 mile(s) from Fortis Institute
  • 2.00 mile(s) from Cooksville Regional Hospital
  • 2.10 mile(s) from Flowserve
  • 2.10 mile(s) from Leslie Town Centre
  • 2.50 mile(s) from Cummins Filtration
  • 2.80 mile(s) from Averitt Express
  • 3.90 mile(s) from Ficosa
  • 4.10 mile(s) from ATC Automation Tool
  • 4.40 mile(s) from Dacco Inc
  • 6.70 mile(s) from Hormann
  • 15.00 mile(s) from Fitzgerald Collision and Repair

Attractions

  • 0.60 mile(s) from AMC Classic Highland 12
  • 4.40 mile(s) from Cane Creek Park, Sports Complex
  • 8.40 mile(s) from Del Monaco Winery & Vineyards
  • 10.00 mile(s) from Burgess Falls
  • 15.00 mile(s) from Appalachian Craft Center, at Tennessee Tech University
  • 35.00 mile(s) from Fall Creek Falls
  • 45.00 mile(s) from Cumberland Caverns
  • 50.00 mile(s) from Isha Institute
  • 67.00 mile(s) from Grand Ole Opry
  • 95.00 mile(s) from Tennessee Aquarium
  • 135.00 mile(s) from Dollywood

Dining

  • El Tapatio, on premises, bar/lounge, Mexican, open for: lunch, dinner
  • 0.15 mile(s) from Long Horn's Steakhouse, full service, steak house, open for: lunch, dinner
  • 0.20 mile(s) from O'Charley's, full service, American, open for: lunch, dinner
  • 0.25 mile(s) from Cracker Barrel, full service, American, open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner
  • 0.38 mile(s) from IHOP, full service, American, open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner
  • 0.38 mile(s) from Olive Garden, full service, Italian, open for: lunch, dinner
  • 0.56 mile(s) from Cheddar's, full service, American, open for: lunch, dinner
  • 0.57 mile(s) from Golden Corral, buffet, American, open for: lunch, dinner
  • 0.57 mile(s) from Buffalo Wild Wings, bar/lounge, American, open for: lunch, dinner
  • 0.63 mile(s) from Outback, full service, steak house, open for: lunch, dinner
  • 0.64 mile(s) from Logan's Roadhouse, full service, steak house, open for: lunch, dinner
  • 0.68 mile(s) from Fazoli's, fast food, Italian, open for: lunch, dinner
  • 0.79 mile(s) from Chili's, bar/lounge, American, open for: lunch, dinner
  • 0.80 mile(s) from Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers, fast food, American, Open for: lunch, dinner
  • 0.90 mile(s) from Starbucks®, coffee shop, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner6
  • 0.90 mile(s) from Chick-fil-A®, fast food, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner
  • 0.90 mile(s) from Texas Roadhouse®, full service, Steakhouse, Open for: lunch, dinner
  • 1.50 mile(s) from Persis Indian Grill, full service, Indian, Open for: lunch, dinner
  • 1.99 mile(s) from Crawdaddy's, full service, cajun, open for: lunch, dinner
  • 2.21 mile(s) from Mauricos, full service, Italian, open for: lunch, dinner
  • 3.20 mile(s) from House of Thai, full service, Thai, Open for: lunch, dinner

Education

  • 1.70 mile(s) from Volunteer State Community College
  • 1.90 mile(s) from Fortis Institute
  • 2.60 mile(s) from Tennessee Tech University
  • 4.40 mile(s) from Cookeville High School

Nearby Cities

  • 78.80 mile(s) from Nashville
  • 95.10 mile(s) from Chattanooga
  • 102.00 mile(s) from Knoxville
  • 133.00 mile(s) from Pigeon Forge & Gaitlinburg
  • 169.00 mile(s) from Lexington, Kentucky
  • 215.00 mile(s) from Asheville, North Carolina
  • 290.00 mile(s) from Memphis

Recreation

  • 3.10 mile(s) from Hooper Eblen Center
  • 3.50 mile(s) from Cane Creek Park
  • 4.50 mile(s) from Putnam County Sports Complex
  • 10.00 mile(s) from Cummins Falls
  • 10.70 mile(s) from Window Cliff Falls
  • 11.00 mile(s) from Burgess Falls
  • 18.00 mile(s) from Center Hill Lake
  • 22.00 mile(s) from Standing Stone State Park
  • 26.00 mile(s) from Rock Island State Park
  • 33.00 mile(s) from Virgin Falls State Natural Area
  • 36.00 mile(s) from Dale Hollow Lakes
  • 42.00 mile(s) from Fall Creek Falls

Shopping

  • 0.03 mile(s) from Walmart®
  • 0.44 mile(s) from JC Penny's
  • 0.70 mile(s) from Academy Sports + Outdoors
  • 1.10 mile(s) from Publix
  • 2.70 mile(s) from Cookeville-Putnam County Visitors Center
  • 2.83 mile(s) from Belk's
  • 2.83 mile(s) from Old Navy
  • 2.83 mile(s) from TJ Max
  • 3.45 mile(s) from Kohl's

Transportation

  • 72.00 mile(s) from Nashville International Airport
  • 1.00 mile(s) from Greyhound bus station

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Does the Best Western Thunderbird Motel offer breakfast?
The Best Western Thunderbird Motel includes a free breakfast, served daily.
Q. Is the Best Western Thunderbird Motel Pet Friendly?
Pets allowed based on the availability of pet friendly rooms. Up to 2 dogs per room with an 80 pound weight limit. Additional pet types (cats, birds, etc) may be accepted at the hotel's discretion. Pet rate is $20 per day with a $100 per week maximum.
Q. What time is Check-in at the Best Western Thunderbird Motel?
Check-in time at the Best Western Thunderbird Motel is 3:00 P.M.
Q. What time is Check-out at the Best Western Thunderbird Motel?
Check-out time at the Best Western Thunderbird Motel is 11:00 A.M.
Q. Does the Best Western Thunderbird Motel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, we offer free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and all guest rooms.  
Q. Does the Best Western Thunderbird Motel have a pool?
Yes, enjoy our outdoor pool
Q. Does the Best Western Thunderbird Motel have a fitness center?
Yes, the Best Western Thunderbird Motel is pleased to offer guests a fitness center/health club