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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Kathleen • couple • us
8
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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arigatomrrobato • couple • gb
9
Good location to explore Canyon De Chelly
Pros:

Room was simple but met our needs. Great location to explore Canyon de Chelly. Staff were friendly.

Cons:

Food in the restaurant was unfortunately really bad, the staff there were very friendly though!

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Jo • couple • us
9
We would stay here again.
Pros:

Close to Canyon de Chelly. Very quiet. Large room

Cons:

Hair in the bathtub drain, very loud air conditioner

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Charlie • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Location, location, location!!

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Camille • couple • fr
10
Inoubliable
Pros:

L’emplacement tout près du fabuleux canyon de Chelly, le calme, la sérénité du lieu, l’organisation Lodge avec bungalow privatif dans la verdure, la gentillesse du personnel, avoir sur place une boutique d’artisanat de qualité, une cafétéria tout au long de la journée et la possibilité de réserver des tours guidés dans le canyon.

Cons:

Rien :)

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Heike • solo_traveller • de
7
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Grazia50 • solo_traveller • it
9
Piacevolissimo soggiorno
Pros:

Location molto bella e curata, con prato verde e fiori.
Camera comoda con parcheggio di fronte.
Vicina a Canyon de Chelly.
Possibilità di cena self service nel ristorante interno.
Tutto pulitissimo

Cons:

Tutto perfetto

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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kelly • couple • re
8
Très bien
Pros:

Très proche du Canyon de Chelly
Chambre spacieuse, confortable
Bon rapport qualité/prix
Je recommande

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Quiet, clean and comfortable

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Cathleen • solo_traveller • us
10
Lovely visit, once again took care of me
Pros:

expensive but adequate breakfast, water cooler was my favorite, rooms had fridge, microwave, coffee maker, keurig style coffee maker with nice selection of tea, cocoa and coffee, plus free coffee in the office, staff over 3 days 2 nights were 100% awesome

Cons:

facility age was part of the charm, but better drainage in the shower is always a plus

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Terry • solo_traveller • us
10
Comfortable stay on the border of Canyon de Chelly with tours of the sights conveniently accessed!
Pros:

The property is located next to Canyon de Chelly and had a very nice Indigenous gift shop with many nice art pieces. There also was a cafeteria on the premises which had a good selection of food. We also had a canyon tour the next day that picked up guest in a designated pavilion!

Cons:

There was nothing that we didn’t like here!

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Krista • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Angelo • solo_traveller • nl
5
Room was not as expected.
Pros:

Locatie
Good food

Cons:

Room 8:
Toiletpot zit vrijwel los
1 stoel staat op instorten
Spiegel aan de badkamerdeur (1 - 1,5 meter bij 60 cm) hangt van ellende aan elkaar. Pluggen vallen uit de deur. De eerste avond 2 keer de spiegel moeten opvangen.
Basis onderhoud is hard nodig.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Eileen • family_with_children • us
7
It met expectations. The location is great.
Cons:

The cafeteria food is rather bland.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Andrew C • solo_traveller • us
8
One night stay in Chinle
Pros:

Out of the way and close to the monument

Cons:

Out of the way and close to the monument

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Nikolaus • solo_traveller • at
5
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Eva • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Franz • solo_traveller • de
7
2026-06-21 • 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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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