Best Western Plus Scottsdale Thunderbird Suites
All-suite Scottsdale hotel offering oversize rooms, complimentary breakfast, and easy access to Kierland shops.
The verdict
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Best Western Plus Scottsdale Thunderbird Suites is a family-friendly hotel located near the Scottsdale Airport. Guests appreciate the oversize suites, genuinely friendly front desk staff, and hot complimentary breakfast. However, some rooms feature unremarkable vintage 1980s decor and smaller than average bathrooms. 1106
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What travelers noticed
- The hotel features 120 well-appointed suites with comfortable beds and flat-screen TVs. 10
- The front desk staff delivers seamless, friendly, and professional service throughout the stay. 1069
- Guests consistently enjoy the included complimentary breakfast with plenty of options to start the day. 910
- Rooms facing east provide views of the nearby McDowell Mountains, while pool areas overlook the golf course. 13
The catch
- Some visitors find the location convenient for exploring Kierland and Scottsdale Quarter, whereas others note it is too far from Old Town Scottsdale without a car or rideshare. 6
- While many guests praise the oversize rooms as cozy sanctuaries, others report that the interiors feel like vintage 1980s decor with tight toilet spaces. 1
Who it's for
- — Families traveling with small children
- — Guests visiting Kierland and Scottsdale Quarter
- — Pet owners seeking spacious suites
Skip it if
- — Travelers wanting to walk around Old Town Scottsdale
- — Guests who require ultra-modern room decor and large bathrooms
Seen on camera
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“Each room is designed to be this cozy, inviting sanctuary. You've got modern flat-screen TVs, incredibly comfortable bed…”
youtube.com1:15“And listen, if you are traveling with the whole crew, this is a total winner. They are super family-friendly, and get th…”
youtube.com1:37“Located in a prime spot in the heart of Phoenix, the hotel is perfectly positioned for exploring all the city has to off…”
youtube.com0:24“The friendly staff are always on hand to assist you, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience.”
youtube.com0:36“Start your day with a delicious breakfast included with your stay, and enjoy the convenience of free Wi-Fi throughout th…”
youtube.com1:12“And can we talk about the staff for a second? They're so professional and genuinely friendly. They make the whole proces…”
youtube.com0:58“The hotel has 120 well-appointed rooms, and I have to say, they have thought of everything. Each room is designed to be…”
youtube.com1:10“They allow one pet per room, so your furry little sidekick can come along for the adventure, too. You get free Wi-Fi and…”
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Score breakdown
How the 84/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
88- “On the downside, the bathrooms are smaller than average: Squeezing oneself into the small toilet space requires overcoming a bit of claustrophobia.” 1
Food
86- “They allow one pet per room, so your furry little sidekick can come along for the adventure, too. You get free Wi-Fi and a delicious breakfast to kick-start your mornings, making everything so easy.” 101:53
- “Start your day with a delicious breakfast included with your stay, and enjoy the convenience of free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.” 91:12
Location
89- “Located in a prime spot in the heart of Phoenix, the hotel is perfectly positioned for exploring all the city has to offer.” 90:24
- “The location is the draw. The shops and restaurants of Kierland and the Scottsdale Quarter sit just steps away, while Old Town Scottsdale, with its boutiques, galleries, and Western-rooted charm, lies minutes south.” 6
Noise
91- “Because the hotel is located adjacent to the Scottsdale Airport (the name of the hotel comes from the Air Force Thunderbirds who were once based in Scottsdale), the hotel was constructed using a soundproofing method known as the "Outinord System" which eliminates noise not only from the jets and planes, but also between rooms. Guests can expect a quiet stay.” 1
Room
85Service
89- “And can we talk about the staff for a second? They're so professional and genuinely friendly. They make the whole process feel totally seamless and hassle-free, which is exactly what you want when you're traveling.” 100:58
- “And listen, if you are traveling with the whole crew, this is a total winner. They are super family-friendly, and get this, children between the ages of 3 and 17 can actually stay for free. That is such a huge win for the budget.” 101:37
Bed & Sleep
87Nothing quotable yet on this one — the score leans on the rest of the coverage.
Value
85- “You'll find a direct link to book your stay as well as more details in the description, or you can scan the convenient QR code on screen. This charming threestar hotel offers a blend of comfort, convenience, and excellent value.” 9
Where it is, how to reach it
Details checked 2026-09-12
Where it sits
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Stay value
How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.
On par with what $ usually buys
Scores 2 points above the modest median of 82, across 443 hotels in the same bracket. In Scottsdale it sits 2 points below the local median of 86.
- This hotel
- 84
- Bracket median
- 82
- Index median
- 86
Based on 443 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
What reviewers say about where to sleep inside this building — by room number where one is named, and otherwise by floor, wing, aspect and position. Every line opens onto the quotes behind it.
No reviewer has yet described a room, floor or aspect specifically enough to act on at this property. Room intelligence appears here the moment they do.
Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
View the 18 things travelers said behind this verdict▾
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- “And listen, if you are traveling with the whole crew, this is a total winner. They are super family-friendly, and get this, children between the ages of 3 and 17 can actually stay for free. That is such a huge win for the budget.” On camera101:37
- “Check-in is easy starting from 300 p.m. allowing you plenty of time to settle in.” 9
- “A boutique feel runs through the suites, with the comforts of a larger resort and personal service at the front desk, and the hotel welcomes pets.” 6
- “Rooms are nice and modern but nothing grand.” 3
- “And can we talk about the staff for a second? They're so professional and genuinely friendly. They make the whole process feel totally seamless and hassle-free, which is exactly what you want when you're traveling.” On camera100:58
- “The friendly staff are always on hand to assist you, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience.” On camera90:36
- “On the downside, the bathrooms are smaller than average: Squeezing oneself into the small toilet space requires overcoming a bit of claustrophobia.” 1
- “Hotel is far enough from old town etc - so I would suggest either waymo/lyft/uber combo to get around - off hours waymo ridiculously cheap or get a car - honestly not really anything walking distance.” 3
- “Located in a prime spot in the heart of Phoenix, the hotel is perfectly positioned for exploring all the city has to offer.” On camera90:24
- “The location is the draw. The shops and restaurants of Kierland and the Scottsdale Quarter sit just steps away, while Old Town Scottsdale, with its boutiques, galleries, and Western-rooted charm, lies minutes south.” 6
- “Start your day with a delicious breakfast included with your stay, and enjoy the convenience of free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.” On camera91:12
- “They allow one pet per room, so your furry little sidekick can come along for the adventure, too. You get free Wi-Fi and a delicious breakfast to kick-start your mornings, making everything so easy.” On camera101:53
- “Food selection is quite limited compared to other grand clubs. To their credit the hotel recognizes they are having growing pains with the club so maybe improves in the future.” 3
- “The Silver Wings Restaurant serves typical American hotel fare in a generic space.” 1
- “Because the hotel is located adjacent to the Scottsdale Airport (the name of the hotel comes from the Air Force Thunderbirds who were once based in Scottsdale), the hotel was constructed using a soundproofing method known as the "Outinord System" which eliminates noise not only from the jets and planes, but also between rooms. Guests can expect a quiet stay.” 1
- “The hotel has 120 well-appointed rooms, and I have to say, they have thought of everything. Each room is designed to be this cozy, inviting sanctuary.” On camera101:10
- “Despite a partial renovation to the interiors in 2007, the rooms still feel vintage 1980s. Decor is mid-range and unremarkable.” 1
- “You'll find a direct link to book your stay as well as more details in the description, or you can scan the convenient QR code on screen. This charming threestar hotel offers a blend of comfort, convenience, and excellent value.” 9
What we still don't know
What we can’t tell you yet, said plainly. These close as we read more coverage of this hotel.
- No reviewer has named an individual room number here yet.
- Nothing reliable said about room types.
- Nothing reliable said about floor level.
- Nothing reliable said about building or wing.
- Nothing reliable said about which side it faces.
- Nothing reliable said about view.
- Nothing reliable said about position on the floor.
- Noise rests on 1 source — too thin to rely on.
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How much we read
Deep coverage · 51/100We read 10 sources for this property, and pulled 26 traveler insights worth knowing. Last checked 2026-09-12.
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- 3Quick Review GH Scottsdale : r/hyattreddit.comForum thread2025-02-19Recent4 quotes used
“Hotel is far enough from old town etc - so I would suggest either waymo/lyft/uber combo to get around - off hours waymo ridiculously cheap or get a car - honestly not really anything walking distance.”
Read originalreddit.com - 1Best Western Plus Scottsdale Thunderbird Suitesoyster.comReview site2024-08-11Ageing5 quotes used
“On the downside, the bathrooms are smaller than average: Squeezing oneself into the small toilet space requires overcoming a bit of claustrophobia.”
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- 4Scottsdale Thunderbird Suitesthunderbirdsuiteshotel.comReview siteDate not statedRead originalthunderbirdsuiteshotel.com
- 5BEST WESTERN PLUS SCOTTSDALE THUNDERBIRD ...best-western-plus-scottsdale-thunderbird-suites.wheree.comReview siteDate not statedRead originalbest-western-plus-scottsdale-thunderbird-suites.wheree.com
- 6Best Western Plus Scottsdale Thunderbird Suitesbestwestern.comReview siteDate not stated3 quotes used
“A boutique feel runs through the suites, with the comforts of a larger resort and personal service at the front desk, and the hotel welcomes pets.”
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