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Thunderbird Lodge

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Chinle hotel

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Route 7, Chinle, AZ, 86503
  • Place, Hatathali Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Sliding Rock Overlook
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Room, 1 King Bed

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

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

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(122 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

About the neighborhood

Chinle

In Chinle .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Canyon De Chelly National Monument and 2 miles (3 km) of Hatathali Museum with a stay here. White House Overlook and Trail and Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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 - 10 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Sliding Rock Overlook - 21 min drive - 13.2 miles
  • Antelope House Overlook - 25 min drive - 12.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Junction Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Garcia's Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Edge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Church's Texas Chicken - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Thunderbird Lodge

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Chinle hotel
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A business center and a meeting room are available. Gift shops/newsstands, tour/ticket assistance, and an ATM are also featured at Thunderbird Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This Chinle hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1984
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Thunderbird Lodge offers 69 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenity
Holiday Inn Canyon De Chelly by IHG
  • Pool
  • Kids pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 1,000 reviews
$105 nightly
The price is $126
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Canyon De Chelly by IHG

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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.

  • 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

How close is Thunderbird Lodge to the airport?

Thunderbird Lodge is 236.4 mi (238-min drive) away from the Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Thunderbird Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thunderbird Lodge.

Does Thunderbird Lodge offer free breakfast?

Thunderbird Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Thunderbird Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Thunderbird Lodge?

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

Is there free parking at Thunderbird Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Thunderbird Lodge have a pool?

Thunderbird Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Thunderbird Lodge have a restaurant?

Thunderbird Lodge is home to Thunderbird Cafeteria, which features local cuisine.

Does Thunderbird Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Thunderbird Lodge to downtown Chinle?

Thunderbird Lodge is 4 mi away from Chinle.

Thunderbird Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 802 out of 1325 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 386 out of 1325 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 1325 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1325 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1325 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Christopher, San Pedro

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet. Nice Room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and right at the entrance to Canyon de Chelly. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very nice, just older. Clea. Quiet and right at the entrance to Canyon de Chelly. I highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Tamara

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room has a strong odor
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lou

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

KIRK

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All good.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Clean rooms, super friendly staff. Our bed was more firm than we like, and the pillows were not soft either.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Neal

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

6/10 Okay

James, Coolidge

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was okay but the bed was "lumpy" and the pillows were VERY firm. Very nice grounds. Wonderful gift shop. Cafeteria style restaurant was quite lacking in options
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

JED, ALBUQUERQUE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell, Cottonwood Heights

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Awilda

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the place!!!! After Canyon the Chelly that street to the right going to Thunderbird...wowww!!! Beautiful Autum scenary. Breathtaking. The place clean with cute details. Very friendly and hardworking staff I would go back and recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

DuWayne

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an excellent stay! I loved the décor and the rock-built cabin atmosphere of the hotel rooms. The beds are a bit small, but overall, it was an excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theo

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were vintage in a very nice way. They were clean. Staff were exceptional at checkin and particularly in the associated cafe. Would definately stay hete again and next time have time for the canyon tour!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quiet, near Canyon De Chelly, excellent staff,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Rodcell

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room, quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quiet location and everything was clean and all expected supplies were there. We had a problem with the TV and they had someone there within 5 minutes to fix the situation. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Alice Jean

Liked: Staff & service
Staff was very polite & courteous. Pillows were very hard plus need new bed blanket.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodcell

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Asked for a handicap room but didnt get one. Coffee pot didnt work very well. The room was very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A peaceful place to spend the night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful staff—so helpful!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025