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Lodge on the Desert

Property class: 4

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An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and potted plants.
A desert garden with cacti and a pathway leading to a building.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a tiled floor.
A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table. There is a chandelier hanging from the ceiling, and the room has large windows with curtains.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a water feature, and a building with a distinctive architectural style.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
The current price is $183
$159 nightly
$183 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15

Explore the area

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306 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ, 85711
  • Place, Reffkin Tennis Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, El Con Mall
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Reid Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Casita King

A bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a sofa, and a patterned rug.

Standard Casita King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(89 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of mountains through a sliding door.

Deluxe One King Bed Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two single beds, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, a lamp, and a chair.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Casita Fireside Two Queens

A hotel room with two beds, a fireplace, and a TV.

Casita Fireside Two Queens

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Spa King

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a fireplace.

Deluxe Spa King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Casita Suite

A bedroom with a bed, desk, chair, ceiling fan, and two windows with blinds.

Casita Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 1 Bedroom Deluxe Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

1 Bedroom Deluxe Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a fireplace.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (with Sofa Bed)

A hotel room with a bed, a ceiling fan, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a view of greenery through a window.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (with Sofa Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Casita King

A bedroom with a bed, desk, chair, television, and a potted plant.

Casita King

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

HOUSE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 8

HOUSE QUEEN SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 8

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About the neighborhood

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 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Tucson Convention Center and 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from Tucson Mall.
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What's nearby

  • Reffkin Tennis Center - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • El Con Mall - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Randolph Golf Complex - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Reid Park - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Hi Corbett Field - 4 min drive - 1.5 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
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Portillo’s - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Lodge on the Desert

Lodge on the Desert offers 102 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Tempur-Pedic 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. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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 102 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your Tempur-Pedic bed comes with premium bedding. Cable television is provided 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. Wrap up your day with a 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, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: 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 17.95 to 27.95 for adults and USD 8.95 to 8.95 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 crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

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 on-site 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

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

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 20 per night

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 17.95 to 27.95 for adults, and USD 8.95 to 8.95 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 20 per night

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

Lodge on the Desert Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1509 out of 2106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 372 out of 2106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 2106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 2106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 2106 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here! One of the best staycation in town!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was all terrific, including an excellent restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and very nice breakfast staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Connelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rocky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the second time we have stayed at this hotel, and each visit was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very nice, the rooms are nice and spacious, the restaurant was great, and everything by was super clean!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very much a full on resort feel without the price tag
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a friendly and helpful staff. On site restaurant is delicious. Rooms are spacious with very comfortable beds and always clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the staff was friendly and helpful. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marybeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the PERFECT desert oasis! My second time coming and already have plans to return.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Repeat visitor at this hotel, not fancy, but the price is right, the staff is friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

siobhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful and well maintained, the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. We stopped here for a quick overnight on our road trip across America, but can’t wait to plan a trip back to the lodge.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Central location, pretty grounds and well maintained!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Authentic vintage Southwestern resort with modern amenities. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely designed and decorated room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a good stay. All went well
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's my favorite hotel in Tucson
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was incredible! The breakfast buffet was a tad expensive for what it was, it should be included. Overall amazing place to stay though
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phil

My favorite place in Tucson, Arizona
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really ejoyed our deluxe queen room. It was spacious and clean. The pool area was very nice and the bar was great. The location was very convenient to University of Arizona.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome room, balcony, pool, very pleased with our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Madeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the most charming getaway that’s local in Tucson. It’s like a hidden gem in the middle of a big city! Where the bartender is top-notch we’ll be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2026

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