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Lodge on the Desert

4.0 star property
Resort in Tucson with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Breakfast and dinner served
Breakfast and dinner served
Lobby
Breakfast and dinner served
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

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Casita Suite | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Casita Suite

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe Spa King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)

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Patio
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 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)

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

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Casita Fireside Two Queens

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)

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

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Standard Casita King | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Casita King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(68 reviews)

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

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

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

9.2 out of 10
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(12 reviews)

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

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1 Bedroom Deluxe Suite | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk

1 Bedroom Deluxe Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

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

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe One King Bed Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

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306 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ, 85711

What's nearby

  • El Con Mall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Reid Park Zoo - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • University of Arizona - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Davis-Monthan Air Force Base - 8 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Tucson Convention Center - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles

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

Upscale resort near University of Arizona
A terrace, a garden and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Lodge on the Desert. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, Cielos, offers breakfast, dinner, light fare and happy hour. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception.
Other perks include:
  • Heated pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor pool and express check-out
  • Wedding services, a water dispenser and a computer station
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, breakfast and pool
Room features
All 101 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, size rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 15 for adults and USD 8 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Cielos

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4,500 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1936
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • 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
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 are 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 18 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 15 for adults and USD 8 to 15 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Lodge on the Desert have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is Lodge on the Desert pet-friendly?

Yes, this resort allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 18 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Lodge on the Desert?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lodge on the Desert?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Lodge on the Desert?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Lodge on the Desert located?

Located in Peter Howell, this resort is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from El Con Mall and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from University of Arizona. Dell Urich Golf Course and Reid Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Lodge on the Desert Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1368 out of 1901 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 334 out of 1901 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1901 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1901 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1901 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Savannah

Liked: Amenities
Loved our little staycation at the lodge on the desert!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic woman at check in, gorgeous place we staycation here
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, quiet place. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best breakfast, the rooms are quiet, the pool is the perfect size and the staff was quick and respectful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little boutique lodging! Nice bathrooms, comfy bedding, nice grounds, good staff and a cute little bistro. All in the center of town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms, top notch staff. We enjoyed our stay here very much.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable, perfect location, great margaritas!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Amenities
Everyone is so helpful and kind will stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittiny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! 100% going back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet boutique hotel in area close to U of AZ, wish I had found it earlier!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICARDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice people.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Okay place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very and clean. The restaurant provided an excellent meal. We enjoyed our stay and will come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Adel

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location and friendly staff. Rooms were a little outdated
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this property. We have stayed her multiple times. Great value, extremely well maintained in both the rooms and the entire property. Super clean. Restaurant has very tasty well prepared food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favourite place to stay in Tucson
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good pricing, comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Esthetically pleasing buildings and landscaping. Comfortable room that was very clean. Excellent staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pueblo style; restaurant excellent; super quiet, great staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was an older place but was well kept. Quite and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable hotel with Southwestern flair.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in one of the casitas. Property is beautiful, staff is friendly. Our room was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little diamond gem in the area. Great room with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

JOONYONG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I enjoyed my stay very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the history of the property and the photos from 1950s. Very friendly staff that went above and beyond to meet our requests. The food was excellent at Cielos restaurant on the property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025