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Thunderbird Lodge

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

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Breakfast area
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Route 7, Chinle, AZ, 86503
  • Place, Canyon De Chelly National Monument
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Hatathali Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(120 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(116 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Chinle

Within a short walk of Canyon De Chelly National Monument, Thunderbird Lodge is within 2 miles (3 km) of Hatathali Museum. This hotel has 69 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Canyon De Chelly National Monument - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hatathali Museum - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility - 12 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Sliding Rock Overlook - 25 min drive - 12.8 miles
  • Antelope House Overlook - 28 min drive - 12.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Junction Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Garcia's Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Edge - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Thunderbird Lodge

Hotel in Chinle with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Thunderbird Lodge features free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a meeting room. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a banquet hall, an ATM, and a gift shop.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

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Property amenity
Holiday Inn Canyon De Chelly by IHG
  • Pool
  • Kids pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 1,000 reviews
$89 nightly
The price is $107
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Canyon De Chelly by IHG

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck 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
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • 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 elevator
  • 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in 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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per night
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Thunderbird Lodge?

Thunderbird Lodge provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do within easy reach of Thunderbird Lodge?

This hotel is located in Chinle within a short 9-minute walk of Canyon De Chelly National Monument. Hatathali Museum is also within a driving distance of 1.9 mi.

Will I be able to park at Thunderbird Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Thunderbird Lodge include a casino on the premises?

No, Thunderbird Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Thunderbird Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Thunderbird Lodge?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk plus some guestrooms include courtyard views.

Does Thunderbird Lodge have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Thunderbird Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Thunderbird Lodge serves breakfast for a surcharge at Thunderbird Cafeteria.

Does Thunderbird Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Thunderbird Lodge for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Thunderbird Lodge?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Thunderbird Lodge?

No, at Thunderbird Lodge, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Thunderbird Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 776 out of 1289 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 377 out of 1289 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 1289 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1289 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1289 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Seung

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean sheet and bath towels and showing area are clean but behind area and air condition heating machine are super dusty so l cleaned up. Parking is very easy and comfortable room feels comfortable and warm without heating. Check in system is very easy and fast so I feel comfortable. If behind areas are clean up this hotel much better. Hotel looks very unique and cultural.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

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

Cozy southwest atmosphere

The Thunderbird Lodge is a delightful place to stay while visiting Canyon de Chelly. The rooms are clean and comfortable. It appears that they have recently been renovated in a sophisticated southwest design. There is a nice gift shop and restaurant on sight.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Teri

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room clean- bathroom tub peeling and very dated
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joyce

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Felt safe
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen S

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Audain

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay here. The rooms are clean & beds comfy. Loved the gift shop!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience at Thunderbird lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Joshua

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place is a dump. The rooms are shabby and dark. The laundry facility (with one washer) was out of service. The restaurant (really a “cafeteria”) was terrible - the food was dished largely from a steam table - barely warm) by unfriendly staff. Disappointing that this is the main option near this spectacular National Monumment.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of the Lodge is perfect, right inside the National Monument. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Coffee maker did not work, very bright floodlights shining in windows curtains could not block plus other unshaded or poorly shaded lights (dark sky community). The main entrees at the cafe, chicken fried steak and chicken Alfredo, bottom of barrel for nutrition and expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Skye

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
There are very few options in Chinle, this is probably the best. It was clean, hotel staff is very friendly and helpful. Food is just so so. We took a tour of the canyon through Thunderbird and it was excellent, would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the things that make this place wonderful is that it fits in with the park and the Indian reservation. This was my third trip to the park, and I would never stay at another hotel in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious room, very comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

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

10/10 Excellent

Mare

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful establishment. Nice people working. Lovely grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Conrad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place was great and super convenient for visiting the canyon. Cafeteria couldn't be more convenient. The price was great too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Elvin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting; nice faciliities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frieda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Happy costumer!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas, CEDAR RAPIDS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice and clean room, it was very quiet, cafeteria on the property, and there was a Dennys just up the street, close the Canyon, and tours were available.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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