Thunderbird Lodge

Property class: 2.5

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A rustic lodge with a stone facade, surrounded by large trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A stone building with a red roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and large trees.
A rustic building with a stone facade, a red roof, and a sign reading "TRADING POST".
A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and walls adorned with framed pictures.
A lobby with wooden ceiling beams, a reception desk, leather armchairs, a Coca-Cola refrigerator, and a scenic view poster.

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, Sliding Rock Overlook
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Antelope House Overlook
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Mummy Cave Overlook
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(62 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(147 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(142 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single King

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Full

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Thunderbird Lodge

A restaurant, a business centre and a meeting room are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance and gift shops/newsstands are on-site.
Thunderbird Lodge offers 69 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Satellite televisions are provided. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the comfortable beds at Thunderbird Lodge. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Canyon De Chelly National Monument. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Enjoy local cuisine while dining at Thunderbird Cafeteria
  • Amenities include a business centre, a meeting room and a gift shop
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the cleanliness and comfy beds
  • Steps from Canyon De Chelly National Monument and 11 minutes by car from White House Overlook and Trail
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
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.

Thunderbird Cafeteria – This restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Phone

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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

Thunderbird Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 865 out of 1446 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 417 out of 1446 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1446 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1446 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1446 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great basi place to stay in a fantastic location!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deblin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Chinle.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wilfried

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is in a sensationally beautiful area and I like the staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the park and great access.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful place to stay. Loved coming back to my room after a long day photographing and exploring this wonderful area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff. Clean room with nice amenities. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable, the staff was friendly. The location was ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room, parking right in front, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Susan M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant motel property with great location for visiting Canyon de Chelley.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Geno

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location...kind staff...nice rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Soham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very good stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Weather was great had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location for our plans
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying there
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was very pleasant. The room was clean, staff were friendly. I would recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Belynda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in staff were very courteous and respectful, rooms were clean, food was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the atmosphere and the space surrounding countryside was great. Just had a great time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a cool old retro lodge in a great location by Canyon De Chelly. Rooms are smallish but well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gimi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here. Comfy rooms, beautiful location. Cafeteria is great. Looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy. Close to the drives to the Canyon and lookouts. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend to others
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy and ac was nice and cold. Staff was very helpful and courteous. We love this place. Second time stay.
Canyon de Chelly nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Geno

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff - terrific gift shop - great location - nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, ample parking, basic amenities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026