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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
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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 (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • 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)
The current price is $140
includes taxes & fees
$124 per night
Apr 24 - Apr 25

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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Room, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

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 - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • White House Overlook and Trail - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility - 11 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Sliding Rock Overlook - 20 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Spider Rock - 33 min drive - 25.1 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
DONE

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

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • 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

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 7.99 for adults and USD 7.99 for children

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
Tours
Food
Restaurant
Gift shops

What guests liked

  • The on-site cafeteria served good meals, including local dishes, at reasonable prices with friendly and helpful staff. (12 reviews)
  • The property's location offered easy access to the park and ample parking options. (6 reviews)
  • Breakfast was a highlight with local dishes like Navajo tacos, fry bread, and blue corn pancakes served in generous portions. (6 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Relaxing

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Sheryl, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

We were seeing all of the sites in the area. Enjoyed the friendly people at the Thunderbird Lodge. Comfortable stay.
Laurie, 2-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

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

10/10 Exceptional

Charming, original. Bring healthy food with you if you want good food
Marcia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The place is old but really kept up well. Staff is excellent. Good stay
Chris, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful

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

8/10 Very good

Very quiet, it’s away from the road, nice setting. Older but very clean room. Nice.
Tim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Must visit

Peaceful….friendly staff…very relaxing
Robin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved the lodge, the atmosphere of yesteryear, access to Canyon de Chelly and most of all the staff's welcoming, helpful attitude.
Jean, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location is near Canyon de Chelly
Emma, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

Good for a night’s visit to Canyon de Chelly

Good location for visiting Canyon de Chelly. Hotel is comfortable enough, but not in great condition. Meets the need.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great friendly staff, nice clean quiet rooms. Good food too!
LOUIS, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We stayed one night. It was a nice accommodation and the staff was friendly.
Agnes, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cozy place and very friendly staff. We had everything we needed.
Shreya, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Property was clean, quiet and comfortable. Handy to have the cafeteria on site. Staff at cafeteria were particularly friendly, helpful and welcoming.

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing service and staff!
Jason, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was comfy, nice and warm. Ready for us as it was VERY cold. It is in such a unique location and has charm.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Thunderbird lodge

Cute old cabins, updated bathrooms, good shower. Clean and bed comfortable. Very reasonably priced. Cafeteria good. Your great!
lisken, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Different experience

The rooms are ok but our room had a smell to it. We left the door open even though it was cold outside till it dissipated.
Dennis, 1-night trip