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Thunder Valley Casino Resort

4.0 star property
Step into an electrifying getaway with concerts, live shows and round-the-clock gaming action.

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Experience the thrill of Thunder Valley Casino Resort, where entertainment and relaxation meet. Enjoy a cocktail at the poolside bar, indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment, or try your luck at one of 3500 slot machines - all while taking advantage of shopping on site and free wired internet. Top-rated staff make your stay seamless.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
  • 535 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe 2 Queens

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 535 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Lincoln is home to Thunder Valley Casino Resort. Utility Exploration Center and Carnegie Library Historic Building are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Strikes Unlimited and Lincoln Hills Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hardwood Palace or All American Speedway.
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Map
1200 Athens Avenue, Lincoln, CA, 95648

What's nearby

  • Thunder Valley Casino - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cal Expo - 25 min drive - 28.7 miles
  • Sacramento Convention Center - 30 min drive - 32.0 miles
  • Golden 1 Center - 31 min drive - 35.1 miles
  • California State University Sacramento - 32 min drive - 32.0 miles

Getting around

  • Roseville Station - 16 min drive
  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thunder Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fatburger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Thunder Valley Casino Resort

Upscale hotel
Consider a stay at Thunder Valley Casino Resort and take advantage of a casino, a nightclub, and a poolside bar. For those looking to try their luck, this hotel boasts bingo, 3500 slot machines, and 2 casino VIP rooms. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, a deep-tissue massage, and a body scrub at Spa at Thunder Valley, the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, High Steaks Steak House, serves dinner. Free wired internet is available to all guests, along with concerts and live shows and shopping on site.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with cabanas and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
  • Tour/ticket assistance, an elevator, and laundry services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 408 rooms include comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: High-speed internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 25 per person
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 8 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • High Steaks Steak House
  • Red Lantern
  • Thunder Cafe

Things to do

  • 110 gaming tables
  • 24-hour gym
  • 3,500 slot machines
  • Bingo
  • Casino (250,000 square feet of space)
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Nightclub
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • 12 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 17 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2003
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room coffee
  • Phone calls
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 25 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
Parking height restrictions apply
Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Thunder Valley Casino Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Thunder Valley Casino Resort?

As of Jan 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunder Valley Casino Resort on Feb 2, 2026 start from $125.99, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Thunder Valley Casino Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thunder Valley Casino Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Thunder Valley Casino Resort?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Thunder Valley Casino Resort located?

Situated in Lincoln, this spa hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Thunder Valley Casino and within 6 mi (10 km) of Hardwood Palace and William Jessup University. Strikes Unlimited and Lincoln Hills Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Thunder Valley Casino Resort Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 473 out of 604 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 604 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 604 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 604 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 604 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was incredibly comfortable and clean! I will look forward to returning for another visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were welcoming and we loved our room ❤️ We definitely will be returning for another stay 2026
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Balinda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From valet, the room, food, venue, to check out; it was all excellent! Thank you TVCR, we look forward to staying again soon!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, clean room and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorilee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay often and the rooms are beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room is great. Check in was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel I

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and very friendly people
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myrlane

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and comfortable. Very well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great staff was friendly and accommodating Rooms were clean and The bed was comfy Didnt get to try the spa but the in room bathtub was awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

NICOLE

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Birthday get away

Best hotel we have ever stayed in. So clean and up to date. Very comfortable bed and the bathroom and tub was amazing! Friendly staff and so helpful. Will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great Rooms with awesome amenities! Very spacious rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very polite and helpful as well as friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice, clean hotel and casino with a really nice pool
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very pleasant facility is amazing and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice upgraded amenities in room, clean, friendly staff, great food court options
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was accomadating and friendly during the check in time, even though I came in earlier. The staff said I could check in and get my rooms on opposite on a floor or I could wait and they would text me when rooms they are side by side when it's ready.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For my daughter's birthday we went too thunder valley for a night..we stayed at thunder valley resort .i absolutely loved it ,service was excellent and the rooms were clean (beds were comfy)they had everything i needed already in there rooms that i had forgotten..cant want to go back..i give ladies at check in 10/ 10 ..very polite and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

YOLANDA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean Casino, staff was very helpful. Safety was a big concern for staff and staff handled any little problem professionally
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were fantastic. They are modern with Smart TVs that comcast your devices. Nice touch!! Also, the views were very beautiful and peaceful. Thanks for the stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was super easy. The pool area is amazing. The room clean and comfortable. I want to take the bed home with me. It is the most comfortable bed I have ever slept in.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and polite ☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, good food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024