Thunderbird Lodge

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

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Lobby
Property grounds
Double Room
Lobby
Property grounds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$221
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr

Explore the area

Map
Route 7, Chinle, AZ, 86503
  • Canyon De Chelly National Monument
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Hatathali Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sliding Rock Overlook
    ‪20 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. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. 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 - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hatathali Museum - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • White House Overlook and Trail - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility - 11 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Sliding Rock Overlook - 20 min drive - 16.5 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
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • 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

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 7.99 for adults and USD 7.99 for children
  • 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

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 7.99 for adults and from USD 7.99 for children
  • 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 2 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Lodge on 16 Apr 2025 start from NZ$221.38, 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.

Does Thunderbird Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is served daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

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. 711 out of 1206 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 363 out of 1206 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1206 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1206 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1206 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

James

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elda

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shreya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy place and very friendly staff. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Buford

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason, Lafayette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service and staff!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nick

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Reservations made due to attended family member funeral.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was fine, only issue is no cell phone service. That is with T mobile.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, room, and price. Portions at the cafeteria are huge! Told my friends. Will come back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Weidong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Prasant

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really cool historic place. Close to the canyon
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan, PHOENIX

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large clean room. Beautiful property.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

JENNIFER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Francelia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
😊
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Takashi

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ann

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
We were in one of the old cabins. Our very small window looked at another cabin. The bathtub needed replacing with a seamless tub. The room was otherwise comfortable and well supplied.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobby G

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Annapolis

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large rooms that are well-decorated with comfortable bed. Peaceful location near national monument entrance.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robbie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024