Thunderbird Lodge

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

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Front of property - evening/night
Breakfast area
Lobby
Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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

Room, 1 King Bed

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

Double Room

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(110 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
  • Spider Rock - 48 min drive - 19.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Junction Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Church's Texas Chicken - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Garcia's Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 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, a gift shop, and an ATM.
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 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

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Thunderbird Lodge?

As of Oct 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Lodge on Nov 1, 2025 start from $87.37, excluding 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.

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.

Is there parking available 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 amenities will couples enjoy 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.

Are there hot tubs at Thunderbird Lodge?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

Does Thunderbird Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies at Thunderbird Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Thunderbird Lodge.

Thunderbird Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 731 out of 1229 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 368 out of 1229 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1229 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1229 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1229 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, neat little gift shop. Didnt try the restaurant but looked nice. Old style motel but interesting and maintained. Lots of easy walking for my doggies. Just enjoyed the retro feel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Aleli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like its location. Makes us feel safe.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosario, Glendale

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They accommodated my requests to change room with no problems. The property is a about 2 mins away to the entrance of the monument. Love that they have a ceiling fan in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ilene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was very nice. Room was good except for the bugs in it. Bed and pillows were very hard
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duoli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to spend a night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Peoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

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

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our third stay at Thunderbird Lodge and we’ll keep coming back. Room are spacious and clean and everything works. The staff is very friendly and we have been quite pleased with our stay. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Darrell

Liked: Amenities
Clean and comfortable place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esther

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

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Valerie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind of had issues with the cafeteria and the motel, shouldnt be laughing about customers when we got issues such as yellow dirty slimy water and slimy food that looked hard & spoiled.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ankit, Quincy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

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

Great location

Stayed for one night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherilyn

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

6/10 Okay

Whitney

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved how quiet it was
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, excellent location for touring Canyon de Chelly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
front desk knowledgeable, quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025