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Lodge on the Desert

4.0 star property
Peter Howell resort with outdoor pool and 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
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk
Lobby lounge
Lobby
Nestled near the University of Arizona, Lodge on the Desert offers a serene retreat with a spa tub and heated pool. Unwind in the garden or browse through books at the library. With an on-site restaurant serving breakfast to dinner and free in-room WiFi, this resort is perfect for relaxation.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Hot tub
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
The current price is $215
includes taxes & fees
$188 per night
Mar 9 - Mar 10

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
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

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace | 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
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

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
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

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
306 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ, 85711

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 International Airport (TUS) - 21 min drive
  • Tucson, AZ (AVW-Marana Regional) - 33 min drive
  • Tucson Station - 11 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

Lodge on the Desert puts you within a 10-minute drive of University of Arizona and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Cielos, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a hot tub, and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the pool and comfortable beds.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 101 units
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
DONE

Children

    • Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Use of nearby fitness center
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Working away

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

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Built in 1936
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • An outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 5 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

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

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

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.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 16.95 for adults and USD 7.95 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Lodge on the Desert does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Lodge on the Desert?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Lodge on the Desert?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 40 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Lodge on the Desert?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Lodge on the Desert?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Lodge on the Desert?

No, this resort doesn't have a casino, but Desert Diamond Casinos and Entertainment Tucson (17-min drive) and Casino of the Sun (24-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Lodge on the Desert and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and mountain biking, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Lodge on the Desert also has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Lodge on the Desert?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Cielos.

What's the area around Lodge on the Desert like?

Lodge on the Desert is in Peter Howell, a short 16-minute walk from El Con Mall. Travelers say the local area is good for shopping and very walkable.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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 Exceptional

2 night stay at LOD
Quiet comfortable
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

MATTHEW, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

nice stay
Second time here and an excellent value with top notch facilities and service. Also, had dinner at Cielos and it was excellent.
Deane, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable, convenient. Love staying here.
7-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice ambience - great restaurant food & drinks
rebecca, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

David, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jack, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This place is amazing. Front desk was great. Restaurant was so good. I highly recommend this place.
Patty, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Peter, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I highly recommend this place! Staff was so helpful and we received alot of place to eat. The restaurant at the hotel was excellent the bar was excellent. This place is so quiet. I loved this place.
Patty, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Charissa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

David, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lodge on the Desert
My favorite Tucson hotel! Very nice and comfortable stay.
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A great winter escape.
We spent a nice few days exploring Tucson. The hotel is conveniently located and is territorial style with great landscaping featuring many different cactus. The pool and hot tub area looked nice, but the weather was too cool to enjoy these amenities.
Rheda, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location
I had a great stay and I'd comeback in a heartbeat. Convenient location, quiet, clean and spacious.
Penelope, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Dogs allowed
I like this hotel. Dog friendly too.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Glen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great friendly service, beautiful grounds and charming room,
Richard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

jack, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hidden gem in the heart of Tucson
Absolutely loved our stay. Room was perfect, beautiful property, exemplary service.
Maria, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We only stayed one night and we’re delighted with the size of the room and the bathroom. Spacious and clean.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

James, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"The restaurant is excellent."
Reasons to Book
Spacious Rooms & Onsite Restaurant/Bar
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM