Thunderbird Lodge

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

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Lobby
Property grounds
Property grounds
Lobby
Double Room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May

Explore the area

Map
Route 7, Chinle, AZ, 86503
  • Canyon De Chelly National Monument
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Sliding Rock Overlook
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
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.

How much does it cost to stay at Thunderbird Lodge?

As of 8 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Lodge on 22 May 2025 start from NZ$210.11, 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?

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. 667 out of 1129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 339 out of 1129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1129 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

Robert, Boerne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great spot to explore Canyon de Chelly. Our accommodations were excellent and convenient to the cafeteria, office and gift shop.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Maggie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
2 night stay so we could spend a full day exploring the Canyon. Loved the cafeteria on site.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

English

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cozy accommodations at an excellent rate. The staff was very accommodating, checking us in at a very late hour. After a long day on the road, our room was just what we needed, clean, quiet & warm. Would stay again. Would recommend to friends.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy Sr

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

6/10 Okay

Francisco

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARTHA

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Eunhee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The HVAC noise was too loud.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

lisken

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

Thunderbird lodge

Cute old cabins, updated bathrooms, good shower. Clean and bed comfortable. Very reasonably priced. Cafeteria good. Your great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and staff was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherilyn

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

10/10 Excellent

Amberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Emma

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is near Canyon de Chelly
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cope

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

Hard to beat

We loved everything about this facility. We use it every time we are near there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean, quiet and comfortable. Handy to have the cafeteria on site. Staff at cafeteria were particularly friendly, helpful and welcoming.

8/10 Good

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel is beginning to show it's age. The staff was helpful and seemed happy to see me.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025