Thunderbird Lodge

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

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

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

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Housekeeping

Explore the area

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

Wonderful

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Double Room

Excellent

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Wonderful

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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$86 nightly

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner

Oct 13, 2025

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

Oct 13, 2025

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

Sep 25, 2025

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

Sep 14, 2025

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

Aug 29, 2025

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

Aug 7, 2025

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

Aug 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great place to spend a night

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Jul 27, 2025

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

Jul 27, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Thank you

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Jul 25, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Jul 25, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family

Jul 22, 2025

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

Jul 20, 2025

Liked: Amenities

Clean and comfortable place to stay

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Traveled with family

Jul 20, 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Jul 19, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Jul 17, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Valerie

Traveled with family

Jul 14, 2025

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