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Lodge on the Desert

4.0 star property
Resort in Tucson with an outdoor pool and a restaurant

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Casita Suite | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk
Lobby
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

The current price is AED 490
AED 563 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr

Room options

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

Casita Suite

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe Spa King

Highlights

Patio
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe One King Bed

Highlights

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

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Casita Fireside Two Queens | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Casita Fireside Two Queens

Highlights

Patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
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

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Bathrobes
  • 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

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Bathrobes
  • 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

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
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 Room, 1 King Bed (with Sofa Bed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 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

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe One King Bed Accessible

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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306 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ, 85711

What's nearby

  • Tucson Botanical Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Reid Park Zoo - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • University of Arizona - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Davis-Monthan Air Force Base - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Tucson Convention Center - 9 min drive - 7.2 km

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, lunch, 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 the lobby.
Other perks include:
  • Heated pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor pool, and express check-out
  • A water dispenser, a gift shop, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, breakfast, and pool
Room features
All 101 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, 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 transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 16.95 for adults and USD 7.95 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 center
  • 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 elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • 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

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • 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
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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

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

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 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

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

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–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 40 lbs 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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out 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. Randolph North Golf Course and Randolph Golf Complex are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Lodge on the Desert Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1491 out of 2105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 388 out of 2105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 2105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 2105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 2105 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed staying here ad would stay here again when visiting Tucson
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel! Cannot wait to go back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niknam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent clean roomy and nice hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful lodge and it is in a very convenient location. The staff was wonderful, the room was roomy and had lots of shelf space. Great restaurant!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice atmosphere. Love restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds, great pool and hot tub, bar and restaurant on site, and very convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully appointed, updated and secure. We were grateful for opportunity to stay at Desert on the Lodge
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great low key property with nice big rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great suite, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Second time my wife and I stay at this place and we love it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well maintained. The rooms were spacious and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Well kept and nice to walk through
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This is the only place you want to stay in Tucson. They set the standard
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quirky and unique. Really great place to stay

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place great atmosphere!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient with a wonderful restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
stayed here many times after discovering it accidently. It's like home away from home. Can't find anything to dislike!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love staying at the Lodge on the Desert. It's conveniently located from the airport. It has a nice southwestern feel. It's very clean and the restaurant is very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is beautiful and staff very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Well maintained, employees helpful, plantings well done and strolling paths
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property! Hotel staff are very friendly and helpful. Cielo’s happy hour was yummy. We would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome atmosphere, wonderful staff, clean rooms,.All around wonderful experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very nice resort. Beautiful landscaping. Pool and hot tub are very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025