With a stay at University Inn, you'll be centrally located in Tucson, within a 5-minute drive of Tucson Convention Center and University of Arizona. .This motel is 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Saguaro National Park and 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Tucson Mall.
Tucson Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
Getting around
Tohono Transit Center - 8 min drive
Tucson Station - 18 min walk
Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 6 min walk
Time Market - 12 min walk
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 4 min walk
Starbucks - 7 min walk
Eegee's - 9 min walk
About this property
University Inn
University Inn offers 39 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.
Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.
Make yourself at home in one of the 39 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and a turndown service, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transportation
Electric car charging station on site
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Outdoors
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Grab bar near toilet
Low-height counter and sink
No elevator
Raised toilet seat
Wheelchair accessibility
More
2 floors
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Microwave
Refrigerator
Restaurant dining guides
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 10:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Tucson University Inn
University Inn Tucson
University Tucson
University Inn Motel
University Inn Tucson
University Inn Motel Tucson
University Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
THE HEATING AND PARKING WAS GOOD. THE ONLY COMPLAINT WAS THE SMELL IN THE ROOM.
CHRISTINA
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stella
Dec 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was an excellent value for the money. It was close to downtown and the university. aThis was an excellent value for the money. It was close to downtown and the university. There’s a nice shower head and the rooms are clean and spacious. Neighborhood wasn’t great but there was a park across the street.
Staff was very courteous, it was clean and very quiet. It's only rated at a 2star, but I would give it at least a 3. The only downfall was no hairdryer. A plus is a great restaurant right across the street that has very good, huge burgers and sandwiches. We will be staying again on our route back through Tucson.
The person checking me in was very pleasant, and you could tell they were trying hard to keep the hotel in good condition, but it was just very LOUD. The nearby road noise was terrible. Also the AC/heat unit was broken and appeared to not have any batteries in it.
The room I was in was carpeted (opposite from in the photo), but it made no difference in my experience. The room was very clean, plenty of plugs, comfortable beds, and both a mini fridge and a microwave. It's clearly undergone a glow-up from something closer to a Motel 6 and includes some very nice mural art on the wall dividing the bathroom from the rest of the room.
The front desk staff was great and I paid very reasonable prices. The only possible drawback would be if I had no car, but overall I'd stay there again in an instant.
Sarah
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Sophia
Traveled with family
Nov 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and staff was helpful. This is an older hotel that has been updated. The neighborhood was sketchy but the hotel felt quiet and secure
Sophia
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Bobbi
Nov 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Didn't feel safe at all for me. But once i got in the room it was good. Just locked all the locks and prayed. 😆
Bobbi
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alexandra
Traveled with group
Nov 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, nice staff/owner
Alexandra
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
William
Nov 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was fine. Close to downtown. AC unit in Room 105 was really noisy with weird rattles, and the toilet tank leaked so it filled sporadically through the night. The room was recently renovated, with a large TV and comfortable bed. The price was economical.
William
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sonya
Traveled with family
Nov 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and beds were comfortable. The staff was friendly. The only mention is that the area seems a little be less than desirable. It is a stones throw away from a public park. With that being said we did not feel unsafe.