Thunderbird Lodge
7 North Village Loop Drive, Grand Canyon National Park, AZ 86023
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#4 of 14 Specialty lodging in Grand Canyon National Park
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Contemporary style blended with natural touches make Thunderbird Lodge an ideal accommodation choice at the south rim of the canyon. Family-focused, the lodge has ample amenities to make for a memorable stay in the heart of the Historic District. Many of the comfortable, modern rooms offer canyon views while others overlook Historic Village streets. Thunderbird Lodge is walking distance to restaurants, gift shops, Kolb Studio, Verkamp’s Visitor Center and Bright Angel Trail Head. Please Note: Guests staying at Thunderbird Lodge will need to check-in at the Bright Angel Lodge Front Desk. Situated directly on the canyon rim, many of the rooms at Thunderbird Lodge have partial canyon views available, called canyon-side rooms. The rooms have either one king bed or two queen beds. Guest room amenities include a full bath, in-room Keurig coffee maker, refrigerator, flat screen television with satellite TV, telephone, hair dryer, and safe.
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Free parking
Street parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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Hiking
Shuttle bus service
Non-smoking hotel
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Air conditioning
Safe
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
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Non-smoking rooms
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69Somewhat walkable
Grade: 69 out of 100
36Restaurantswithin 10 km
52Attractionswithin 10 km
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7 North Village Loop Drive, Grand Canyon National Park, AZ 86023
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The Thunderbird lodge would not be worth the money if it were outside the park. BUT it’s probably worth double the price given the location to the canyon. Just check out the webcam for the entrance station to see the long lines at the gate. You get to avoid those by staying in the park. It’s worth the money.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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The Thunderbird Lodge is a glorified motel. That might be excusable if it did not cost us $413 for one night. No elevator outdated decor. Its canyon rim location is not worth it. It’s so called historic pedigree is a poor excuse for this dump.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded 1 week ago
We appreciate your review and feedback, your comments have been shared with our management team. Regards, GCSR Team
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After exploring the North Rim and driving back to South Rim, I was too exhausted to take pictures. What I do remember, is that the room was nicely appointed, had a very comfortable bed, and was in a prime location. It's nice to be able to have everything in walking distance. The view.... the rim view was breathtaking and LITERALLY just steps from the lodge. It was in walking distance to where we had dinner, at El Tovar.
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Sam L, Sales at Thunderbird Lodge
Responded 23 Jan 2023
Thank you for sharing your review! Best, GCSR Team
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Curt K wrote a review Nov 2022
While touring the Grand Canyon we stayed at the Thunderbird Lodge. The lodge offers spectacular views of the Grand Canyon itself and has free shuttles to take you to different parts of the park and trails. The wildlife, elk, deer, and bighorn sheep, are surprisingly unafraid of people and can be seen along the roadways, trails and common areas.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip: The best views from the rooms of the canyon are on the back of the lodge. We were on the front...
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Response from Sam L, Sales at Thunderbird Lodge
Responded 8 Nov 2022
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You can't beat the view. The room is just average and overpriced but you can't beat the location and view. Just wish they had assigned parking spots for guests staying there. Parking is a big pain. Make sure you make reservations for dinner in the village before you get there.
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Room Tip: Good luck on finding parking.
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Responded 8 Nov 2022
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We stayed at the Thunderbird Lodge for two nights. We found a parking place in front and didn't move the car except for one time, but took shuttles everywhere. Initially, we thought it odd to check in at another property, but the logistics weren't that bad. The front desk person that we dealt with the entire time was Linda. She was an absolute joy! Yes, it was expensive and no, the room wasn't commensurate with the price. However, the view couldn't be beat and THAT was worth it! It truly was convenient to be steps away from such grandeur. Our trip was a once in a lifetime experience and staying on the South Rim was very worthwhile.
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Date of stay: September 2022
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Responded 9 Oct 2022
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Ideally positioned on the Canyon rim at the Bright Angel point. I’d booked a partial rim view room, which gave a lovely sight to wake up to. We arrived early & were able to check in a good 2 hours or so before the usual 3pm time, which was great. The room was a good size, with a safe and fridge available. No complimentary breakfast (as expected for in-park accommodation) but food is available at the Bright Angel lodge a couple of minutes walk away. Although there’s parking outside & next to the lodge, it’s 1st come 1st served with all park visitors, so you may need to walk a bit to get to the lodge (although we were lucky & got a spot just outside!)
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Date of stay: August 2022
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Response from Sam L, Sales at Thunderbird Lodge
Responded 29 Aug 2022
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Obviously you stay here for the location. I did think the room was overall decent. Yes, the check in and parking is a pain, but that's the case for all of the hotels on the rim. The beds were comfortable, and the automatic shades were a nice feature. Sure, it's expensive, but you are paying for the location. If it's your first visit to Grand Canyon (as it was for us), it was worth the price.
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Response from Sam L, Sales at Thunderbird Lodge
Responded 29 Aug 2022
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Really disappointed with this hotel. It’s location is the only thing stopping me giving this a one star rating! Check in is a pain as you have to go to a different hotel to do so. Car parking is limited so be prepared to drive around. Room was very poor (floor creaking, smell of feet, shower faucet falling off wall and Wi-Fi weak). Needs a huge refurbishment.
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Sam L, Sales at Thunderbird Lodge
Responded 18 Aug 2022
Good afternoon and thank you for your review and feedback. We are disappointed that the Thunderbird Lodge fell short of expectations, your comments will be passed along to our Rooms management team. Best, GCSR Team
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Stayed as a family of four in July. Rooms pretty functional but good enough. Great views over the Canyon. Wi-Fi in room surprisingly good - as was (as a golfer) live coverage of the Open on the TV! Location - literally a stone's throw from the canyon rim - was excellent. Breakfast (in main dining room) and drinks at El Tovar (cocktail lounge) highly recommended: dinner a bit overpriced - Fred Harvey's at Bright Angel Lodge a better value bet. Easy to find a parking space close to the hotel. The place generally seems to have over reacted to Covid: masks compulsary indoors, housekeeping not permitted to make beds, restricted opening hours (Arizona Room, a steakhouse, open for lunch only!). Overall though, very much enjoyed our stay and would return.
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Sam L, Sales at Thunderbird Lodge
Responded 16 Aug 2022
Thank you for your review and feedback, we're pleased that you enjoyed your stay! Best, GCSR Team
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US$345 - US$433 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
55
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Frequently Asked Questions about Thunderbird Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Thunderbird Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Grand Canyon South Rim (1.0 km), South Kaibab Trail (5.2 km), and Rim Trail (2.9 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Thunderbird Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and shuttle bus service.
Which room amenities are available at Thunderbird Lodge?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
Is parking available at Thunderbird Lodge?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Thunderbird Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Phantom Ranch, Bright Angel Bicycles and Cafe, and Grand Canyon Village Market & Deli.
Does Thunderbird Lodge have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Thunderbird Lodge offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are there any historical sites close to Thunderbird Lodge?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Hermit's Rest (2.8 km), Grand Canyon Railway Depot (0.3 km), and Trans-Canyon Telephone Line, Grand Canyon National Park (0.3 km).
Does Thunderbird Lodge have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.