Thunderbird Lodge Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon

Thunderbird Lodge - Inside The Park - A 2-star canyon-rim hotel with historic district access

Thunderbird Lodge - Inside The Park offers 55 air-conditioned rooms with refrigerators, flat-screen televisions with satellite channels, and bathrooms with shower/tub combinations. Rooms feature either one king bed or two queen beds, with some offering partial canyon views. The property provides complimentary wireless Internet access, a business center, and non-smoking rooms. Guests can dine at the on-site restaurant and bar/lounge serving the guests of Thunderbird Lodge. The lodge's location places it directly on the Rim Trail, a 2-minute walk from Bright Angel Lodge and 6 minutes from Bright Angel Trailhead. Additional amenities include tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area, and accessible rooms with roll-in showers. The property is walking distance to Kolb Studio, Verkamp's Visitor Center, Hopi House, and Native American handicraft shops.

Pros

Direct access to the Rim Trail spanning approximately 13 miles from Hermits Rest to Kaibab Trailhead

Walking distance to Bright Angel Trailhead, Kolb Studio, and Verkamp's Visitor Center

Some rooms offer partial canyon views

Accessible rooms with roll-in showers available

Complimentary shuttle service and free in-room WiFi

Cons

Rooms are accessed by stairs only with no elevators

No microwaves available in guest rooms