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Thunderbird Lodge

2.5 star property
Hotel in Chinle with free parking

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Front of property – evening/night
Property grounds
Breakfast area
Lobby
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Route 7, Chinle, AZ, 86503
  • Place, Hatathali Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Antelope House Overlook
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 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
(120 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(116 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen 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 - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Sliding Rock Overlook - 21 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Antelope House Overlook - 25 min drive - 19.7 km

Restaurants

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

About this property

Thunderbird Lodge

Hotel in Chinle with free parking
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A business centre and a meeting room are available. Gift shops/newsstands, tour/ticket assistance, and an ATM are also featured at Thunderbird Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This Chinle hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1984
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • 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.

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  • Kids’ pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
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includes taxes & fees
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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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • ATM
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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. 794 out of 1312 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 381 out of 1312 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 1312 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1312 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1312 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful staff—so helpful!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice clean room comfortable beds Able to watch the World Series game
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pierre-Jean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's like being at home. The frybread was delicious, amazing. You can't miss this place, highly recommended. Lovely and peaceful area. We'll be back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lupe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, spotless room, close to my list of adventures.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Need more pillows
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless. The staf was courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Efficient, helpful check-in and clean comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this place and stayed an extra day. A vintage-feeling motor hotel. The rooms are clean and comfy. Staff was lovely. The restaurant is cafeteria-style with excellent comfort food and Navajo specials. I did the North and South canyon rim drives, which were breathtaking. The ultimate “can’t miss” was the guided tour of the canyon with Terrill Spencer. This was the all day tour and it was wonderful, with Mr. Spencer sharing history and knowledge and wonder with us. I will come back and do it all again. Thank you to everyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property and friendly staff. The food was excellent and the gift shop is a must visit!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ellen

Okay for an older property. Clean room. Adequate parking. Issue with coffee maker quickly resolved. Nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The LODGE was the perfect place to stay at while visiting Canyon De Chelly. Everyone was friendly & helpful. Being able to schedule a guided tour of the canyon was convenient. We enjoyed our stay tremendously.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and comfortable. Liked that there was bottled water in the room. Enjoyed the cafeteria and the Navajo culture.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel at the entrance to Canyon de Chelly. Clean with comfortable beds for a reasonable price. Single story hotel which was nice for people with limited mobility. Breakfast was not included but there was a cafeteria on the premises open for breakfast and dinner. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamas

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

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

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

Peaceful stay at the bottom of Canyon de Chelly.

All good except for barking dog in nearby wire cage. Enjoyed dinner in cafeteria.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

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

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was perfect. Everyone very friendly and helpful. No better place to stay to see this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Dena

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine, oro valley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique and rustic property off the beaten path. Older but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025