Thunderbird Lodge

Property class: 2.5

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Thunderbird Lodge provides amenities like a business center and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AED 311
AED 364 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with chairs, and lamps.

Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(64 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two double beds with white linens, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Double Room

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, a microwave, and a bathroom visible through an archway.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, lamp, and a small refrigerator.

Single King

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and two wall lamps.

Double Full

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Located in Chinle, Thunderbird Lodge is in a rural area and in a national park. Canyon De Chelly National Monument and Antelope House Overlook are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at White House Overlook and Trail and Spider Rock. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing. Visit our Chinle travel guide
Map
Route 7, Chinle, AZ, 86503

What's nearby

  • A rugged canyon with layered red rock formations and sparse green vegetation.
    Sliding Rock Overlook
    25 min drive - 20.5 km
  • A large rock formation with visible stratification and a small cave-like structure at its base.
    Mummy Cave Overlook
    31 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Antelope House Overlook
    27 min drive - 19.7 km

Restaurants

  • Burger King
    6 min drive
  • The Junction Restaurant
    5 min drive
  • Garcia's Restaurant
    2 min drive
  • Thunderbird Cafe
    1 min walk
  • Church's Texas Chicken
    4 min drive

About this property

Thunderbird Lodge

  • Hotel in a rural location
  • Thunderbird Lodge provides amenities like a business center and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • Tour/ticket assistance, a gift shop, and a 24-hour front desk
    • ATM/banking services, 1 meeting room, and a banquet hall
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All 69 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
    • TVs with satellite channels
    • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea 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
  • Phone

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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Thunderbird Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Thunderbird Lodge?

As of 18 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Lodge on 18 October 2026 start from AED 311, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thunderbird Lodge?

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

What time is check-out at Thunderbird Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Thunderbird Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is steps from Canyon De Chelly National Monument, and within 6 mi (10 km) of White House Overlook and Trail and Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility. Antelope House Overlook and Sliding Rock Overlook are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Thunderbird Lodge Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 871 out of 1462 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 423 out of 1462 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1462 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1462 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1462 reviews

Reviews

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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Property is well located. They secured our guide who was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was helpful and professional. The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and well maintained for this older property. Convenience of the cafeteria is an added bonus. Really good food for a cafeteria!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room. Excellent staff. Good food at restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained and very clean and comfortable. The breakfast is worth it! Lots of choices. We chose $8 for a breakfast burrito with hash browns, bacon, eggs and a homemade tortilla.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very nicely decorated. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Food in the Lodge cafeteria was very tasty and reasonably priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was quiet and clean. It was a little on the small side and the bed was very firm. All in all it was nice. 😀
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

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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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Carpeted floors and running water. Friendly staff. The seates in the cafeteria are run down.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

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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8/10 Good

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was easy to check in. The rooms were nice, clean, staff was helpful. It was great to be at the edge of Canyon De Chelly, near the Visitor Center and the overview drives. Quiet premises, laundry, beautiful gift shop.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were very friendly and accommodating. The room was clean and organized. The parking was convenient and easily accessible from our room. I'm so glad we chose to stay here. I would definitely stay again. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All very good. At night it is a very peaceful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and safe location. Right at the bottom of Canyon de Chelly, though the other hotels are just a couple of miles away. Enjoyed it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel - clean, nice staff, good parking. The location for the Canyon de Chelly tour was very convenient. There is a good cafeteria on site and a very nice gift store.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026