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Lodge on the Desert

4.0 star property
Tucson resort with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Breakfast and dinner served
Lobby
Lobby lounge
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Casita Suite
Nestled near the University of Arizona, Lodge on the Desert offers a serene retreat with a spa tub and heated pool. Unwind in the garden or browse through books at the library. With an on-site restaurant serving breakfast to dinner and free in-room WiFi, this resort is perfect for relaxation.
VIP Access

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Hot tub
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Fridge
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden

Room options

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Casita Suite

Casita Suite

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Spa King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe One King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Casita Fireside Two Queens

Casita Fireside Two Queens

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Casita King

Standard Casita King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(68 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 Bedroom Deluxe Suite

1 Bedroom Deluxe Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (with Sofa Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe One King Bed Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
306 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ, 85711

What's nearby

  • Tucson Botanical Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Reid Park Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • University of Arizona - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Davis-Monthan Air Force Base - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Tucson Convention Center - 9 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 21 min drive
  • Tucson, AZ (AVW-Marana Regional) - 33 min drive
  • Tucson Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Lodge on the Desert

Lodge on the Desert puts you within a 10-minute drive of University of Arizona and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Cielos, which serves breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge, a hot tub and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travellers love the pool and comfortable beds.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 101 units
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 18 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's menu
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Use of nearby fitness centre
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Co-working spaces
  • Conference space (4500 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Built in 1936
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in reception
  • An outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 5 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Memory-foam mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Cielos – This restaurant serves breakfast, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 to 15 for adults and USD 8 to 15 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Eurocard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Desert Lodge
Lodge Desert
Lodge Desert Hotel
Lodge Desert Hotel Tucson
Lodge Desert Tucson
Lodge On The Desert Hotel Tucson
Hotel On The Desert
On The Desert Tucson
Lodge on the Desert Resort
Lodge on the Desert Tucson
Lodge on the Desert Resort Tucson

Frequently asked questions

Does Lodge on the Desert offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Lodge on the Desert does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Lodge on the Desert?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Lodge on the Desert?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 18 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Lodge on the Desert?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Lodge on the Desert?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Lodge on the Desert?

No, this resort doesn't have a casino, but Desert Diamond Casinos and Entertainment Tucson (17-min drive) and Casino of the Sun (24-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Lodge on the Desert and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and mountain biking, and practise your swing on the nearby golf course. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Lodge on the Desert also has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Lodge on the Desert?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Cielos.

What's the area around Lodge on the Desert like?

Lodge on the Desert is in Peter Howell, a short 16-minute walk from El Con Mall. Travellers say that the local area is good for shopping and very walkable.

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Lodge on the Desert Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Restaurant
Breakfast
Food
Bathroom
Fireplace
Bed
Location
Ambience

What guests liked

  • The pool and hot tub were very nice, pleasant, and inviting, with many guests enjoying them during their stay. (91 reviews)
  • The breakfast buffet was consistently described as delicious and a highlight of the stay. (156 reviews)
  • The hot tub was warm and great, with many guests enjoying it, especially in the morning. (44 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Have stayed here multiple times, try to each visit to Tucson. Pretty hard to beat the accommodation for the cost.
1-night trip

10/10

This was one of the best hotels we’ve ever stayed at, and we travel a lot. From the hotel it self the way it’s maintained, the staff, restaurant everything about this place is a 10 plus. We will stay here again
1-night trip

10/10

Amazing experience here, even in the hot summer months. Very clean facilities and convenient location.
2-night trip

8/10

Property is pretty, restaurant on site is pricey but food was really good.
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent hotel. Staff were very friendly and helpful, room was very clean at check-in, cable TV channels were superb, hotel location is very, very convenient. All in all, this was a very pleasant stay !!
10-night trip

10/10

Loved this place so much, we extended our stay! Peaceful, quiet, clean, lovely casita, nice pool and beautiful grounds. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Good looking cation too - a straight shot into the city.
4-night trip

8/10

I enjoyed my stay very much.
5-night trip

10/10

My family had an amazing, fun, and comfortable stay! We enjoyed the delicious food and friendly staff at cielos!
2-night trip

10/10

Very nice and convenient to Saguaro National Park.
1-night trip

10/10

We really like this place. Plenty of parking for guests, nice pool with guest towels, free coffee each day in the lobby, rooms cleaned daily and given fresh towels without asking for them, comfortable bed, huge rooms, jacuzzi and fireplace in the deluxe king room, very well maintained buildings and grounds, and Cielo’s restaurant right next door with good food. We will stay here again the next time we go to Tucson.
3-night trip

10/10

The Lodge on the Desert was a great place to stay. Unique and had lots of offer. The staff were helpful and very friendly. Rooms were nice and clean. Would definitely stay here again. Only down side is we were only there one night. Would love to have had more time.
1-night trip

10/10

I enjoyed staying here ad would stay here again when visiting Tucson
2-night trip

10/10

very clean, extremely friendly and professional staff, great on-site restaurant, hacienda style buildings and grounds are truly a gem in the modern world of plain vanilla hotels
2-night trip

10/10

Beautiful hotel! Cannot wait to go back!
1-night trip

10/10

Such a great low key property with nice big rooms.
1-night trip

10/10

The ambiance is beautiful i just wished the lodge had better restaurant and bar service to room and pool.
1-night trip

10/10

Great location and yet private. Enjoyed the restaurant and drinks at bar. Everyone was so friendly
2-night trip

10/10

Love this place great atmosphere!
1-night trip

10/10

Great suite, would definitely stay here again.
6-night trip

10/10

First time here and will definitely repeat when Tucson. Beautiful local resort with friendly staff and beautiful rooms.
1-night trip

10/10

Very nice atmosphere. Love restaurant
1-night trip

10/10

Wonderful hotel and restaurant. Bathroom and doors in the room are a little dated but very comfortable and spacious accommodation. I will definitely stay here again.
2-night trip

10/10

Clean, comfortable, convenient. Love staying here.
7-night trip

10/10

Beautiful, tranquil desert themed hotel. Oasis is the middle of the city. Great food, service, will definitely be back
1-night trip

10/10

Hotel dinner left a lot to be desired. Otherwise, the stay was nice
1-night trip