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Thunderbird Lodge - Inside the Park

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Bright Angel Lodge

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Horse riding
Horse riding
In-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AU$342
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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7 North Village Loop, Grand Canyon, AZ, 86023
  • Place, Grand Canyon National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bright Angel Lodge
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Canyon Railway
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Partial Canyon View)

In-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Partial Canyon View)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Grand Canyon Village

Thunderbird Lodge - Inside the Park places you steps from Bright Angel Lodge and within a 10-minute stroll of Bright Angel Trailhead. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a free area shuttle. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a picnic area. Plus you'll find tour/ticket assistance. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this Grand Canyon hotel include Grand Canyon Railway and Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent's Residence.

What's nearby

  • Grand Canyon National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bright Angel Lodge - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Grand Canyon Railway - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bright Angel Trailhead - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent's Residence - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Yavapai Lodge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cafe at Mather Point - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Yavapai Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Maswik Cafeteria - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Lodge - Inside the Park

Hotel with free parking, steps from Bright Angel Lodge
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. A free area shuttle within 25 mi is available. Thunderbird Lodge - Inside the Park also features tour/ticket assistance and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This Grand Canyon hotel is smoke free.

  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Business facilities
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Thunderbird Lodge - Inside the Park offers 55 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle up to 25 mi
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • Picnic area

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 accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Bright Angel Lodge Front Desk]
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 6 December 2025 to 16 December 2025 (dates subject to change).

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Thunderbird Lodge - Inside the Park?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Thunderbird Lodge - Inside the Park?

As of 27 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Lodge - Inside the Park on 9 Jan 2026 start from AU$342.20, including 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 parking available at Thunderbird Lodge - Inside the Park?

Yep, Thunderbird Lodge - Inside the Park has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Thunderbird Lodge - Inside the Park?

The closest beach to Thunderbird Lodge - Inside the Park is Pipe Creek Beach (5.4 km).

Is Thunderbird Lodge - Inside the Park family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a picnic area and a free local area shuttle, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Thunderbird Lodge - Inside the Park is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thunderbird Lodge - Inside the Park?

No, Thunderbird Lodge - Inside the Park does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Thunderbird Lodge - Inside the Park?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Thunderbird Lodge - Inside the Park's onsite restaurant.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Thunderbird Lodge - Inside the Park?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Thunderbird Lodge - Inside the Park Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 465 out of 879 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 879 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 879 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 879 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 879 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, good size and exactly as described. LOCATION!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sudarshana, Monmouth Junction

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is located right on the rim trail. However the view of the canyon was obstructed by the roof of the lower floor. The room was dated but comfortable. The staff was very helpful and helped us with our suitcases. Parking adjacent to the building was limited but plenty of parking near the Bright Angel lodge which is a five minute walk. The location was perfect, being right next to the canyon and a short walk to the shuttle for the Hermit’s rest. There are two restaurants next to it. One right across from the parking lot and the other inside the Bright Angel Lodge.
The view of the property from the rim trail
This is what they mean my partial view. The lower half of the view is blocked by the roof of the lower building. Kind of frustrating but you do see the top of the canyon from thr room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jurie, Gardner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Photos online do not compliment the property at all, but we took a gamble and found that it was a great place to stay, and we had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Makoto

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

Edge of the Grand Canyon

The location was very nice and so good atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yajuan

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

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Amenities
Hotel was clean and in an excellent location but outdated
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view is incredible and the location is convenient to other amenities however, it is very confusing to find parking and the room is somewhat outdated
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Eungyeong

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As soon as we entered the room, we could smell a sewage/mold odor throughout the space. The bed seemed old and sagged in the middle, making it uncomfortable for the back while sleeping. Considering its age, the condition is acceptable, but in terms of price, it does not offer good value.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

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

6/10 Okay

John

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

sushanta

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
No staff available in this hotel. Need to check in a different place. Parking is a joke. Had to park half a mile away. They advertise for free parking is a scam. basically, the hotel doesn't have any designated parking of its own. Broken chair was a bonus. Expensive considering the condition.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carey

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property right steps from the rim. Awesome location & good accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a very beautiful area of the Grand Canyon the staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Would have loved a microwave in room. Staff and check in were all very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Aivar

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

Perfect location for the Grand Canyon

Thunderbird Lodge was the perfect location for our 3-night stay to visit the Grand Canyon. Our room was no more than 20 metres from the edge of the canyon itself and the South Rim Trail passes through the site of the village's main hotel / lodge area, so it's super easy to access the trail whenever you like. Staff were really friendly and we found the prices of food and gifts in the shops to be reasonable - especially given you're a captive audience!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simeon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: The Grand Canyon outside your door. Welcoming and friendly staff, great food options - and no judgement when you walk into a high end dining room in shorts and a t-shirt (hadn’t expected to be eating there…), great vintage room - with really comfortable beds and a strong shower. Cons: leaving. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Hideyoshi

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Grace

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025