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I've been to Chinle multiple times and the only complaint I have is the road. There are potholes in some places. I got tire pressure issues when we were on our way to Ganado. Chinle is scenic with the Canyon de Chelly and I have toured the canyon in June of 2022.

Chinle is a small town on the Navajo Reservation. Canyon de Chelly National Monument is the top attraction there and well worth the visit. We had an unpleasant experience at the Denny's Restaurant. The A/C was broken so it was a little warm inside. We ordered two sandwiches, which were good, but took far too long to arrive based on small number of customers there. The service was less than desirable. I highly recommend staying at the Thunderbird Lodge. They do have an on-site restaurant, but it was closed that evening because they were installing some new equipment

Loved the tour in Canyon de Chelly, the rim overlooks, and the horseback ride into the canyon. Thunderbird Lodge was very comfortable and close to the canyon which was very convenient. It was very sad to hear what horrible things happened in the canyon to the Navajo people. However, it was the most enjoyable vacation I have had in my life. Our Navajo guide, Fernando, was the BEST!!

The highlight of Chinle is the sightseeing. There are tours available. We had to go with our tour guide and get a permit for our tour. Our guide explained that we could not take pictures of people, their homes, property or animals without permission. It is disrespectful if you do.

It was an amazing stay! Quiet and relaxing! Absolutely beautiful area! The staff was wonderful and accommodating to my specific needs. They weren't a requirement, they were complimentary to me from the hotel. I asked for a late check out and they graciously gave it to me so thank you!! It was a much needed short vacation on my part!! I will be back!!

This was a quick stopover, so we didn't get time to visit many of the sights in the area - a two night stop would have been better, so we could have spent a day exploring Canyon de Chelly National Monument.