Lodge on the Desert puts you within a 10-minute drive of University of Arizona and Tucson Convention Center. 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 spa tub, and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the pool and comfortable beds.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
101 units
Arranged over 2 floors
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
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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
Spa 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 spa 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 spa 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.
Lodge on the Desert Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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We only stayed one night and we’re delighted with the size of the room and the bathroom. Spacious and clean.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
January 13, 2025
James
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
January 12, 2025
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
January 12, 2025
Byron
Byron, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
January 11, 2025
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
January 10, 2025
Front desk staff is great
david
david, 2-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good
January 10, 2025
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
January 7, 2025
Diana
Diana, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
January 6, 2025
Fabulous stay
There was a plumbing issue so we were moved to another room that wasn't as nice as the one we had originally. However, we still had a fabulous stay. This is still the only hotel that we will stay at.
Diana
Diana, 2-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good
January 4, 2025
Verified traveler
4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
January 4, 2025
Julia
Julia, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
January 4, 2025
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
January 3, 2025
Zoe
Zoe, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
December 31, 2024
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
December 31, 2024
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
December 30, 2024
I thought it was free breakfast so we ate but the food was not good just the typical free food at hotels breakfast, don’t go it’s not FREE and no choices. Loved the big rooms and it was clean. The ladies at the restaurant were nice and respectful
Gloria
Gloria, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
December 30, 2024
We love the ambiance and the fire place in the room is an extra special touch.
Mary
Mary, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
December 28, 2024
Ricardo
Ricardo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
December 26, 2024
katherine
katherine, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good
December 23, 2024
Beautiful grounds and loved the adobe style spacious rooms. Enjoyed the hot tub and seated deck area off our
room to watch the sunset. Loved having the fireplace to take the chill off and enjoyed sitting outside at Cielos for dinner.
Suzanne
Suzanne, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
December 21, 2024
Upgraded
Because of our Hotels.com membership they upgraded us to a room with a fire place.
Nice!
Verified traveler
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
December 20, 2024
Lovely Southwestern hotel
One night visit close to Winterhaven and Tucson Botanical Garden to see Christmas lights. Enjoyed coming back to a room with a fireplace to warm us up. Spacious well appointed room with balcony. Enjoyed their restaurant and breakfast buffet too. Will definitely return.
Laureen
Laureen, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
December 20, 2024
It's such a sweet place to stay. I arrived there around noon, and they were happy to accommodate my stay.