Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility - 11 min drive
Spider Rock - 33 min drive
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
When visiting Chinle, Thunderbird Lodge is a great choice to consider. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Thunderbird Cafeteria, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
69 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Traveling with children
Children's menu
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1984
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Thunderbird Cafeteria - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 7.99 for adults and USD 7.99 for children
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Thunderbird Lodge Chinle
Thunderbird Chinle
Thunderbird Lodge Hotel
Thunderbird Lodge Chinle
Thunderbird Lodge Hotel Chinle
Frequently asked questions
Does Thunderbird Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Thunderbird Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Thunderbird Lodge?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Thunderbird Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Thunderbird Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in is available.
Are there restaurants at or near Thunderbird Lodge?
Yes, Thunderbird Cafeteria offers local cuisine.
What's the area around Thunderbird Lodge like?
Thunderbird Lodge is located a short 9-minute walk from Canyon De Chelly National Monument. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
Thunderbird Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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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
8/10 Very Good
December 15, 2024
Weidong
Weidong, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
December 15, 2024
charles
charles, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
December 5, 2024
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
December 5, 2024
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
December 4, 2024
JENNIFER
JENNIFER, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
December 3, 2024
Takashi
Takashi, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
November 30, 2024
Bobby G
Bobby G, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
November 30, 2024
Katelyn
Katelyn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
November 27, 2024
Luis
Luis, 6-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
November 26, 2024
Well past it's prime (but nice folks)
This m/hotel is something of a local legend but is in dire need of a full renovation. Still, it is a value at under $100/night. The cafeteria (no table service) is low-end institutional quality fare.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
November 24, 2024
Nice hotel, wonderful service
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
November 16, 2024
Comfortable , clean but rustic which is part of its charm. It’s a historic inn. They have a cafeteria on site which was good
sheila
sheila, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
November 11, 2024
Goid
Very good place to. Convenient for us as we visit friends in Chinle
Chris
Chris, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
November 7, 2024
Elaine
Elaine, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
November 5, 2024
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
November 4, 2024
Friendly staff. Loved the way they claimed their Navajo heritage.
david
david, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
November 1, 2024
Mike
Mike, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
October 27, 2024
Russell
Russell, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
October 26, 2024
fLOcated at the opening of Canyon de Chelly National Monument. Location is excellent for visits to monument. Courteous staff and food at cafeteria was very good. This was our second stay at this location.
Robert E
Robert E, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
October 26, 2024
Clean, comfortable, Navajo/Western hotel
Cute and comfortable Western style cabins and grounds. Cafeteria convenient and a nice Navajo tourist gift shop.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
October 23, 2024
Extraordinary!
We were extremely happy with every aspect of our stay. We especially appreciated and enjoyed our tour with our guide, David. He helped us understand more of Navajp culture and land. Thank you, all!
Hanna
Hanna, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
October 22, 2024
Great place!
Absolutely the best location to explore the Canyons!
Nice, friendly and efficient service.
Clean, spacious rooms with 2 Queen beds.
Cafeteria open 6am-9pm serving nutitional breakfast and traditional Navajo food. Blue corn pancakes are to die for! 😋