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Thunderbird Lodge Chinle

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Average price*: $80 (year-round)
  • Hotel class: 1 of 5
  • Rooms: 72
    • Address
      Box 548 (1/2 Mi South Of Canyon De Chelly Visitor Center)
      Chinle, AZ 86503
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars 47 reviews
47 Reviews
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 3 hotels in Chinle
Description: Small Lodge & Motel authorized by National Park Service, situated on Navajo Indian Reservation.

TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars Based on 47 traveler reviews
  • What to Expect:
    • 3.5 based on 35 reviews Rooms
    • 3.5 based on 29 reviews Service
    • 3.5 based on 36 reviews Value
    • 4 based on 36 reviews Cleanliness
    • 3.5 based on 8 reviews Dining
  • Recommended For:
    • 60% based on 41 reviews Older travelers
    • 40% based on 41 reviews Families with young children
    • 40% based on 41 reviews Families with teenagers
    • 30% based on 41 reviews An amazing honeymoon
    • 20% based on 41 reviews Young singles

Reviews of Thunderbird Lodge Chinle

( 1-10 of 47 )
Jul 16, 2008

Thunderbird Lodge was just what we were looking for. Local flavor, clean and neat and quiet, really made us feel like we were experiencing life in the southwest, not in a chain hotel that could be anywhere USA. The people were nice, it was so convenient to Canyon de Chelly where we rode horses the next day. This is an... more

Jul 15, 2008

This seems to be the right place to stay in Chinle, given its proximity to the Canyon. The other hotels are not favourably-positioned. The rooms are more than adequate. They are comfortable without being in any way 'flashy'. The cafetieria is basic but serves reasonable food at a very economic price. The service is good. The Thunderbird tour is excellent... more

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3 of 5 stars
San Diego
Jun 2, 2008
3/3 found this review helpful

This older motel style accommodation is well maintained and quaint. Perfect for a stay in a national park. We had two queen beds that were comfortable, everything in the room worked, the shower had plenty of hot water and water pressure and the staff was pleasant. Although the rooms lack hair dryers and irons, they are available for loan at... more

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3 of 5 stars
Puerto Rico
May 19, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

This hotel is located inside the Canyon De Chelly. The visitor's center is within walking distance. We arrived Friday (May) at 4pm without reservations and we were able to get the last room. My only complain with the room (actually it is called the Adobe House) is that the facilities need a little restoration. The mattress was awful and the... more

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4 of 5 stars
Belle Vernon, PA
May 18, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Stayed at the Thunderbird Lodge while visiting Canyon de Chelly. The rooms were nothing fancy, but well kept and had all the basics you would find at chain hotels with the exception of a coffee maker. The location was great if you are interested in visiting Canyon de Chelly, and the price is right. Did not eat at the restaurant,... more

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2 of 5 stars
Hinsdale, IL
Dec 25, 2007
0/1 found this review helpful

One of the few lodging choices in the area. It was basically an old style drive up motel that hasn't been updated in many years. The best thing going for it is the fact that it is the closest hotel to Canyon De Chelly. Don't bother eating at the cafeteria stlyle restaraunt as you will probably be dissapointed. more

Nov 22, 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

Since this is a review of the hotel and not the tour, then I must mention that I have been on the hotel premises now for 2 hours. The room is decent looking, I have the One King Bed Room. The rates were cheaper than the Holiday Inn. Plus, I have to vouch for the wireless internet in the rooms.... more

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4 of 5 stars
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Oct 11, 2007
5/5 found this review helpful

We stayed here for two nights because I wanted to be inside the park. Our room was nice enough; the beds were comfortable and everything was clean. I was a bit concerned about some of the comments I read regarding the service, but most of the people we came into contact with were pleasant and we didn't have any problems.... more

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5 of 5 stars
Sheffield, United Kingdom
Sep 2, 2007
8/8 found this review helpful

When I telephoned I asked for a room with a canyon view and was advised to go for the Adobe. Of course when we arrived I realised there were no rooms with canyon view and feel I should have been told! However, our room consisted of two queen beds night stands and tv. The bath with shower over and wc... more

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4 of 5 stars
lincs, England
Aug 31, 2007
7/7 found this review helpful

Very well located for canyon de chelly. Our room was no better or worse than others we stayed in on our travels (Holiday Inns, Best Westerns, Marriott etc) although the water pressure in the shower was a bit dodgy - dont know if that was a general problem or just our room. Location was peaceful Tho air con was a... more

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Box 548 (1/2 Mi South Of Canyon De Chelly Visitor Center), Chinle, AZ 86503