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Thunderbird Lodge

2.5 star property
Hotel in Chinle with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Front of property - evening/night
Double Room
Front of property
Lobby
Breakfast area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Route 7, Chinle, AZ, 86503
  • Canyon De Chelly National Monument
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Hatathali Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(108 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(109 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Chinle

At Thunderbird Lodge you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Canyon De Chelly National Monument and 3 km (1.8 mi) from Hatathali Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Thunderbird Cafeteria, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Chinle hotel include White House Overlook and Trail and Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility.

What's nearby

  • Canyon De Chelly National Monument - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hatathali Museum - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility - 12 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Sliding Rock Overlook - 25 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Spider Rock - 48 min drive - 31.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Junction Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Garcia's Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Thunderbird Lodge

Hotel in Chinle with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. Gift shops/newsstands and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Thunderbird Lodge. Self parking is free.
  • 1 floor
  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1984
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Gift shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Thunderbird Lodge offers 69 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Thunderbird Cafeteria

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1984

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Thunderbird Lodge Chinle
Thunderbird Chinle
Thunderbird Lodge Hotel
Thunderbird Lodge Chinle
Thunderbird Lodge Hotel Chinle

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Thunderbird Lodge?

Thunderbird Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Thunderbird Lodge?

Yep, Thunderbird Lodge has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thunderbird Lodge?

No, Thunderbird Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Thunderbird Lodge?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Thunderbird Lodge's onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Thunderbird Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Thunderbird Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 704 out of 1194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 361 out of 1194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 1194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1194 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet peaceful and soft beds. We enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Santa Cruz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for visiting Canyon De Chelly. Clean and quiet property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra, Fort Worth

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and beautiful gardens
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Beverly

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful and very friendly. The grounds were clean and beautiful. Although we only stayed one night, we would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine by me
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Not a lot of accommodation choice at Canyon de Chelly but I’d say Thunderbird Lodge easily beat the nearby Holiday Inn for charm and a good position close to the Canyon. The rooms were clean and comfortable, not super smart, but fair enough for the price. The cafeteria is the only on-site dining option where friendly staff served up pretty basic food. Easily the best things on offer were the Mexican and Navajo offerings, I’d stick with those myself.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This lodge is like a little piece of history and run in a no-fuss manner reminiscent of travel lodges I’ve visited in National Parks over the years. Run by friendly, capable staff and situated near the entrance to Canyon de Chelly, it was the perfect place for me to stay. I hope to return soon, but stay longer next time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for tour of Canyon de Chelly as they pick up right at hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple room with a superb bed, linens, slept wonderfully. Like how quiet it is. Will be back. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melisande

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if you are going to Canyon de Chelly. The rooms are clean and comfortable with a decent fridge and microwave. There is a laundromat on site. Cafeteria style dining offers a limited selection but food is fine, not fancy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Nadia

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice people, clean, quiet, safe. ,
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Paula

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In general, it was very nice and a good location for Canyon de Chelly. My only issue was that the bottles of Bath Gel and Shampoo in the shower had not been filled and I didn’t realize it till I got in the shower. Fortunately, I had brought some soap with me.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

erin

This is a beautiful little motel with a quaint cafeteria and lots of help and information about this amazing area!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique and pleasant property. Clean and very nice and helpful employees. Cafeteria on the property and beautiful setting and views.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and hotel are wonderful, the meals were good and generous. We were impressed with the room, the store and the tour offered was breathtaking. A wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Steven, Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older historic property close to Canyon de Chelly with a restaurant and gift shop on site. They can also provide guided jeep tours of the canyon. Quiet location and nice grounds where it is nice to just hang out and relax.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Elena, Dallas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Actually in Canyon de Chelly- perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Canyon de Chelly

It is a great location for visiting Canyon de Chelly. The cafeteria needs updating- breakfast is nice but I would not recommend eating dinner there. The tours leave from the property and are wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Denette

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergey

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is spacious and clean. Silence. Very polite staff. Everything was fine.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025