Thunderbird Lodge

2.5 star property
Chinle hotel with restaurant

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Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Lobby
Breakfast area
Front of property
Nestled in a rural location, Thunderbird Lodge offers an ideal retreat with amenities like a business center and a restaurant. Connect to WiFi, explore the gift shop, or plan your event at the banquet hall. Helpful staff and scenic views have left guests feeling content.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting room
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
$124 nightly
The total price is $140
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Route 7, Chinle, AZ, 86503

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

When visiting Chinle, Thunderbird Lodge is a great choice to consider. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Thunderbird Cafeteria, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 69 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1984
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Thunderbird Cafeteria - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Thunderbird Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Thunderbird Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Thunderbird Lodge?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Thunderbird Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Thunderbird Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in is available.

Are there restaurants at or near Thunderbird Lodge?

Yes, Thunderbird Cafeteria offers local cuisine.

What's the area around Thunderbird Lodge like?

Thunderbird Lodge is located a short 9-minute walk from Canyon De Chelly National Monument. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Thunderbird Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Location
Cafeteria
Canyons
Bed
Food
Tours
Restaurant
Gift shops

What guests liked

  • The on-site cafeteria served good meals, including local dishes, at reasonable prices. (13 reviews)
  • The property's location offered easy access to the park and ample parking right in front of the rooms. (7 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely location, mom and pop style motel, great location to Canyon de Chelly, beautiful grounds
Doreen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Visit to Chinle AZ

Great place to stay in Chinle. Nice cafeteria for meals on site. Friendly staff.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A very nice local place to stay!
Chris, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service
BRUCE, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I love this place, the environment is great, love the sustainability choices. Overall a fun time, and right next to Canyon de Chelly.
Lyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love this place! Convenient and staff were incredible!
Simon, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Relaxing

Pleasant stay with a great comfortable location
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was wonderful. Just as described, but better. In Canyon De Chelly right in the Navajo Nation. All staff were friendly and courteous. We booked a wonderful 4 hr canyon tour that was amazing! Cafeteria style restaurant, but items were also made to order. Huge portions and delicious.
Ellen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay for south rim hiking!!
Lana, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Excellent place to stay for extended tour of Canyon de Chelly Dining in town and at Canyon was limited
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant. Sure like not having to use an elevator plus Thunderbird Lodge has its own cafeteria for breakfast - they have real shelled eggs that taste good instead of many of the IHG properties serving dried out tasteless eggs. Thunderbird a more homely enviroroment.
Charles, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great little spot. will stay again
Eliot, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good stay, comfortable room. Very close to the Canyon de Chelly
Gijsbertus, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place, with plenty of room.
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place just inside canyon de chelly national monument. Staff was very helpful and the cafeteria food was affordable and excellent
steven, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cozy, cute and with all the amenities. Was very comfortable!
Kathryn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place owned and run by the Navajo people of Chinley. Clean, quiet and safe.
Faith, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and staff was excellent
Rose, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a nice stay at the Thunderbird Lodge. The area around the facility was iffy but everyone very helpful & friendly.
Phyllis, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Large clean rooms, very comfortable. Near beautiful Canyon de Chelly.
Tarik, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

So enjoyed our stay…. Love this area
Dennis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It’s close to the North and South Rims of Canyon de Chelly.
Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful

This is a wonderful lodge with a wonderful staff in a spectacular place!
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I will definitely stay there next year when I go back for Thanksgiving week
Patrick, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Tim, 1-night trip