Thunderbird Lodge

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Independent
8.8 (304 reviews)
Route 7, Chinle, Arizona, 86503 , Chinle , US
1-928-674-5842

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Gift shops or newsstand
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Tours/ticket assistance
Wheelchair accessible parking
RV, bus, truck parking
Free self parking
Free RV, bus, truck parking
Banquet hall
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Comfortable stay
Cons:
Basic amenities
Inconsistency in food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.78
Guests frequently mention clean rooms and overall cleanliness.
Service
9.25
Staff is described as friendly and professional across multiple reviews.
Location
9.29
Hotel's beautiful location near Canyon de Chelly is highlighted positively.
Room Quality
8.74
Rooms are noted as spacious and comfortable, although some comments on amenities.
Amenities
8.77
Onsite restaurant and gift shop; however, some amenities may be basic.
Value for Money
8.23
While some reviews mention it being a lower-level hotel, overall experience justifies the cost.
Food and Beverage
8.28
Food quality received mixed comments, but generally meets guest needs.
Overall Experience
9.05
Guests enjoyed their stays and recommended the hotel for its charm and location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 06:41

Property Description

Convenient Amenities
Make use of complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance provided at Thunderbird Lodge.

Satisfying Dining
Indulge in a flavorful meal at Thunderbird Cafeteria where buffet breakfasts are available daily for a fee from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Featured Amenities
Enjoy a comfortable stay with a business center, 24-hour front desk, and free self-parking available onsite at Thunderbird Lodge.

To experience convenience and comfort near attractions like Canyon De Chelly National Monument, book your stay at Thunderbird Lodge.

Important information:

  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
  • Contactless check-in is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ABQ

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 2

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • General

    Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 304 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.78
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.29
Room Quality: 8.74
Amenities: 8.77
Value for Money: 8.23
Food and Beverage: 8.28
Overall Experience: 9.05
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Suzan • solo_traveller • us
8
My day was very comfortable, and I felt safe being that I was a woman alone at your lodge.
Pros:

Everybody was kind and professional. The room was perfect for me. The location of the property of course to Canyon de Chelly was excellent. Good value for the money.

Cons:

The rooms are looking a little worn down. They could use a little updating in the future.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Zahir • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Reiner • couple • de
8
Cons:

Die Mitarbeiter waren nicht sehr freundlich, ich will nicht sagen dass sie unfreundlich waren aber das Verhalten war sehr emotionslos und fühlte sich genervt an.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Gabriela • solo_traveller • ch
5
Lage perfekt, sollte aber dringend saniert werden
Pros:

Personal war freundlich.

Cons:

Das Bad und die Teppiche haben ihre Live Time überschritten.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Gebhard • family_with_children • de
9
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Todd • family_with_children • us
10
Excellent option for a visit to Canyon de Chelly
Pros:

Clean, comfortable and incredible location. Staff was friendly and helfpul.

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Veronica • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

The location is fantastic.

Cons:

Could use some updating.

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Helle • solo_traveller • us
3
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Cynthia or Mark • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Best location near Canyon de Chelly. Rustic historic resort isn’t fancy but was clean and comfortable.

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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holloway • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Ronald • family_with_children • us
9
A wonderful stay
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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stelamb • family_with_children • fr
8
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Tamara • solo_traveller • us
1
2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • us
10
Stay here you'll love it.
Pros:

The lodge is beautiful cozy little spot on the way into the canyon. Staff were excellent friendly and informative. The food was great at the restaurant cafeteria. Just loved it.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Larry • couple • us
9
Clean room, helpful staff, and easy access to Canyon d'Chey
Pros:

Breakfast was fast, but mediocre, with a fairly high price.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Dave • couple • us
10
Pros:

If you're visiting Canyon de Chelly, consider staying at or stopping by Thunderbird Lodge. The lodge sits right at the mouth of the canyon, and the log-cabin style buildings immediately set the mood for the trip. It feels like you're already in the canyon experience before you even reach the overlooks.
One thing I appreciated is that Canyon de Chelly is entirely on Navajo land. Everyone I met during my visit was Navajo, which gave the place an authenticity that would be difficult to find elsewhere.
The lodge and the Thunderbird Cafeteria were highlights of the day. Sometimes a destination is remembered as much for the atmosphere as for the scenery, and this was one of those places.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Cindy • solo_traveller • us
6
Pros:

Location and jeep tour

Cons:

Room was stale and the shower floor was dirty

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Carlyn • solo_traveller • no
10
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Nell • couple • us
5
Pros:

Clean & comfortable beds & sheets

Cons:

Bathroom floor could've been cleaner

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • solo_traveller • de
5
Ist eine lodge und kein Hotel
Pros:

Die Lage zum Chelly Canyon ist ideal. Wir sind dann von dort auch zum 4 Corners Monument gefahren.

Cons:

Das Hotel hat seine besten Zeiten hinter sich.Die Klimaanlage war leider laut und wirkungslos.
Das Personal war leider nicht sehr freundlich. Das angeschlossene Café bzw. Selbstbedienungs Restaurant war ein Nightmare. Vom unfreundlichen Personal bekam man überteuertes zum Dinner oder auch zum Frühstück serviert. Am zweiten Abend sind wir dann nach Chinle zu Dennys gefahren. Das war dann in Ordnung

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee