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Thunderbird Lodge

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

Photo gallery for Thunderbird Lodge

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(101 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
(46 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
(103 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

  • ‪Junction Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Edge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 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. 688 out of 1165 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 1165 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1165 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1165 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1165 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

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was lovely - very helpful and welcoming. We loved our tour of Canyon de Chelly that we took with Harold. We learned so much and really enjoyed our time with Harold and all his personal stories and his vast knowledge about the canyon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Teulon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Terrible nights stay

The heater did not work in our room despite the fact that we had it set to 90 degrees with the fan on high. The room never warmed up. The blankets are very thin. The bed an pillows were hard. I slept wearing my clothes and my winter jacket.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this place! Convenient and staff were incredible!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is convenient right in Canyon de Chelly. We enjoyed our stay. We had lunch at the cafeteria and prices are reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Thunderbird Lodge is a very nice older motel. Design is clearly from the 1950's/ 60"s with small rooms and outdated design. Everything worked well and the staff was very nice. Food was acceptable (actually the best of the food available in Chinle, which is in the heart of the Navaho Reservation and isolated. There are limited options for non meat eaters, we were aware of this and brought some of our own food.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorelei

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm and comfy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

MerryAnn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property location is fabulous, right at the Canyon. It is a bit dated but quaint.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and inviting. Staff were very helpful. Room was clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Better than the rest

Great room next to park entrance. Restaurant next door had it all. Was easy to do evening drive and morning drive being that close
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John, Grand Rapids

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

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is so very friendly. I was a little scared since it was dark and seemed like it was in the middle of nowhere. I got there late from a 16 hour drive on my way to Monument Valley and the restaurant was already closing so I said it was ok, but they insisted they could STILL get me some food and made me a delicious fresh burger with all the fixings and even gave me some chips and nuggets because they didn’t have any more fries! My room was also so clean, and I slept so comfortably! It was the perfect rest I needed. Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alvin, St George

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy access for the canyon tour.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only lodging within the national monument. Very convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen Plant

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

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

Great people and place

It's an older, but very well maintained facility. Everyone was so friendly, the room was very comfortable and we were happy to stay at a place owned and operated by the Navajo people. Would stay there any time!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

khanh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Proximity to canyon de chelly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was dirty. Toilet bowl was dirty! Carpet needed to be vacuumed. Housekeeping never came by to take our trash out and replenish our towels and coffee pods & cups.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

khanh

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025