Thunderbird Accommodations
Thunderbird Lodge
Thunderbird Lodge, located in scenic Texas Hill Country, lies on the eastern shores of Lake Buchanan. Given the variety of excitement filled activities at Thunderbird and in the Hill Country area, there will never be a dull moment during your stay. The lodging itself features 23 units, ranging from 4 person Studios to 20 person Villas. Each unit has a fully equipped kitchen, appliances, linens, cable television, barbecue grill and a picnic area.
Our Top Units
Up to 20 people
Thunderbird Lodge Villas
Up to 12 people
Lakeside Houses
Up to 8 people
On-Mountain House
Unit Types
Lakeside Houses
Sleep Up to 12 People
Startiing at $129 a night
These are 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom houses, and each bedroom has 2 queen beds. These units have a full kitchen, a living room with futons, and a porch with spectacular views of Lake Buchanan.
Thunderbird Lodge Studios
Sleep Up to 4 People
Starting at $59 a night
The original Thunderbird Lodge consists of cabins 1-10; motel style rooms with a full-kitchen, bathroom, and two queen beds. Conveniently located near the lodge office, hiking and biking trails, and marina.
Thunderbird Lodge Villas
Sleep Up to 20 People
Starting at $169 per night
Our Thunderbird Lodge Villas offer an elegant, relaxing experience for our guests. With capacity for 13 to 20 people, these 4 and 5 bedroom houses are perfect for large gatherings of friends and family.
Stone Cottages
Sleeps anywhere from 6-16 people
Starting at $109 per night
Our Stone Cottages range from 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom cottages to 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom houses. They sleep from 6 to 16 people and are located just steps away from Lake Buchanan.
On-Mountain Accommodations
Meet the Spider House, our newest accommodations right on Spider Mountain near the lift. The three bedroom, two bath Spider House can sleep up to eight people. This house is perfect for your group to stay right on the trails. Downstairs features a full kitchen, dining area and living room, plus a small single room. Upstairs offers two bedrooms with one queen bed & king bed with a full size bath.
Thunderbird Lodge Policies
Check-In Time
Our check-in time is at 4:00 PM or later on the day of your reservation.
Check-Out Time
Check-Out time is 11:00 A.M. You may request a late check out, and if granted, you will be charged 1/2 of the nightly rate on the unit.
Cancellation/Raincheck Policy
- If you need to change or cancel your reservation dates, please call our office 512-756-4878 to take care of this.
- The deposit collected at time of booking is non-refundable. In the event you cannot make your reservation dates, you will need to cancel or change the arrival date at least 7 days out, or the deposit is forfeited. Your booking may be transferred to another arrival date that is within 6 months of the original booking, at the current rate of the new reservation dates. There will be no refunds if you cannot reschedule within the 6 month timeframe.
- There are no refunds for early departures.
Pet Policy
- Certain cabins are pet friendly with a daily pet fee of $20 per pet/per day. Please let our staff know if you have pet(s) with you. Pets are not allowed in the Texan or the Spider House accommodations.
- A minimum cleaning fee of $150 will be charged if pets have been allowed on the beds and furniture. Pets must be crated at all times if they are left alone in the cabin.
- In the event you do not advise our reservation staff that you have pets, we reserve the right to add the cleaning fee to your reservation.
Excessive Cleaning Fee
Units left excessively dirty or damaged are subject to an additional cleaning fee. Please sweep and pick up cottages and don’t leave dirty dishes. Damages will be charged at what it costs us to repair.
Day Guests and Visitors
Day guests & visitors are welcome. Thunderbird Lodge at Spider Mountain offers day use passes for $15 per person over 13 during non-operational days at Spider Mountain and can be purchased at the lodge office. Days where the lift is in operation, day passes are $20 per person over 13 and includes lift access for the day. All day use passes include lake, hiking and pool access.
Deposits
All reservations require a first night deposit. This deposit is non-refundable. If your plans change, the deposit can be moved to another stay within 6 months of the original booking if we are notified 7 or more days prior to your original arrival. In the event you move your reservation, you will be responsible for an updated reservation amount in accordance with rates for those dates.
Linens and Sheets
Cottages are fully stocked with linens on your arrival. We do not provide turn-down or refresh services.
Children 6 and Under
Guests who are six years of age and under stay free.
Smoking Policy
All units at Thunderbird are NON-SMOKING. Guests are welcome to smoke outside. Guests smoking in a cottage will be charged a minimum of $150.00, based on the size of the cottage requiring remediation.
Speed Limit
The speed limit on our grounds is 5 mph – there are many children here at all times, so go SLOW. The speed limit on our entry road is 20 mph. Please be cautious of children, hikers and bikers.
Swimming
Swimming in the pool or in the lake is at your own risk. No Lifeguards! Always take a personal flotation device with you into the water.
