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Lodge on the Desert

4.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace
Lobby
Lobby lounge
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly

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306 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ, 85711
  • El Con Mall
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Tucson Botanical Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Reid Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Casita Suite

Casita Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Spa King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe One King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Casita Fireside Two Queens

Casita Fireside Two Queens

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Casita King

Standard Casita King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 Bedroom Deluxe Suite

1 Bedroom Deluxe Suite

  • 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)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Deluxe One King Bed Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Tucson

With a stay at Lodge on the Desert in Tucson (Peter Howell), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of University of Arizona and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. .This resort is 11.3 mi (18.3 km) from Saguaro National Park and 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Tucson Convention Center.
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What's nearby

  • Tucson Botanical Gardens - 3 min drive
  • Reid Park Zoo - 4 min drive
  • University of Arizona - 5 min drive
  • Davis-Monthan Air Force Base - 7 min drive
  • Tucson Convention Center - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 11 min drive
  • Roy Laos Transit Center - 19 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 21 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

Tucson resort in Peter Howell with an outdoor pool and a restaurant
Lodge on the Desert offers 101 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Tucson resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 101 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Cielos serving guests of Lodge on the Desert. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Tucson? This resort has 4500 square feet (418 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Cielos - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM: USD 16.95 for adults and USD 7.95 for children
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • Cielos

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • A hot tub

Family friendly

  • Fence around the pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Fridge

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Library
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (4500 square feet)
  • Coworking spaces
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Braille signage
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 5 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)
  • Wheelchairs available on site

More

  • Fireplace in reception
  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Memory-foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 16.95 for adults and USD 7.95 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision

Property is 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

Lodge on the Desert Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1312 out of 1824 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 323 out of 1824 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 1824 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1824 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1824 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosalinda, Glendale

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vintage Arizona Southwest vibes. Chic and quaint establishment with beautifully kept grounds. A quick 12 minutes drive to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
King suite was very big fireplace was nice. Only wish they had a microwave in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful propert!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benny

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property and there was so much tranquility. I was able to sleep 7 hours with no problem and fall asleep quickly. The comfort of the bedrooms and bed were just absolutely wonderful and the restaurant let’s not forget about that. It was to die for the breakfast was just lick your plate clean good lunch options dinner options you name it. I will absolutely be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kristina, Carlsbad

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Steven

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
I really wanted to like this property. The grounds and public areas were very well kept. It’s a convenient location. However, the furnishings are “tired” at best. And, my room smelled awful the entire time I was there.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfection
This hotel was perfect for us. It was the best of everything without being pretentious. The rooms were quiet and comfortable. The restaurant was fantastic. The pool lovely. We had a great stay and would go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Nikki, Crown Point

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice except the VIP amenity, on Expedia it tells you you have a 21$ food credit but at the hotel it’s only chips and dip with a drink but you have to spend 15$ so we had breakfast there and spend 23$ on breakfast but still didn’t receive the chips and dip or even a credit when dining. That needs to be more detailed in the desceiption. So we didn’t even use the two vouchers we had during the stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice resort! Just beware that in the evening Tucson changes…. It becomes almost “locked” down! Many places around the resort are closed early and there are a good number of homeless people looking for a handout! There is a QT not far away and they have an “armed” officer that patrols inside for them😢
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, friendly staff. Southwest feel and look.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

anthony, lake oswego

Liked: Staff & service
Super load AC next to bed. Towels are not soft but will exfoliate. Shower curtain will attach to you while you shower. Great staff and lobby / pool areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
My king size room was very nice and spacious, with a jetted tub, shower, small refrig, comfortable bed and nice linens. Employees were all very friendly. The surrounding area is not great for walking or nearby amenities. There was no offer of help with luggage when I arrived; I had to ask for someone to carry my bag up the steep stairs to my room. The front desk seems never to answer the phone, nor do they respond to messages left. When I checked out I was unable to get help with my luggage again. The lock on my door was faulty, making it a huge effort to open the door. They said they would send maintenance to repair but they didn’t. For such a nice hotel in other ways, it’s a shame they don’t offer help with your luggage on check-in.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Nikki, Crown Point

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great but the 21$ food and beverage credit was deceiving when you had to spend 15$ to use and it’s only good for chips and dip and a drink.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

anthony, lake oswego

Liked: Staff & service
Crappy towels
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent, beautiful place, the room was great, loved the fireplace and the hot tub.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Duane, Sedona

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Lighting on property not maintained causing a fall Room not serviced after a request No clean towels received after a request Restaurant charged for “free chips and salsa” from expedia Wait staff poor Used to be one of our favorites No more
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room upgrade and a great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024