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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9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Pool
Bar
Connecting rooms available
Laundry facilities
Pet-friendly
Free parking
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
Hot tub
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Terrace
Coffee/tea in a common area
Garden
Library
Computer station
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Fridge
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Garden
The current price is £178
£178
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Room options
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Casita Suite
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Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Spa King
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Patio
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Deluxe One King Bed
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Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
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HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Casita Fireside Two Queens
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Patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Standard Casita King
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Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace
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Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace
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Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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1 Bedroom Deluxe Suite
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Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (with Sofa Bed)
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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
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Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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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 travellers 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
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 cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 18 kg 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 on-site 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
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Children's menu
Pool gate
Fence around the pool
What to do
Use of nearby fitness centre
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Co-working 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 reception
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 centre
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
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
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
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that 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 that you 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 18 kg 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 on-site 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 such as hiking and mountain biking, and practise 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 on-site 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. Travellers say that the local area is good for shopping and very walkable.
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Lodge on the Desert Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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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
4 Feb 2025
Nice ambience - great restaurant food & drinks
rebecca
rebecca, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Feb 2025
Clean, comfortable, convenient. Love staying here.
Verified traveller
7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Feb 2025
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
Deane, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Jan 2025
Great friendly service, beautiful grounds and charming room,
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Feb 2025
Delightful and comfortable.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Jan 2025
Lodge on the Desert
My favorite Tucson hotel! Very nice and comfortable stay.
This place is amazing. Front desk was great. Restaurant was so good. I highly recommend this place.
Patty
Patty, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Feb 2025
2 night stay at LOD
Quiet comfortable
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jan 2025
Dogs allowed
I like this hotel. Dog friendly too.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jan 2025
Perfect location
I had a great stay and I'd comeback in a heartbeat. Convenient location, quiet, clean and spacious.
Penelope
Penelope, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Jan 2025
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
Patty, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jan 2025
Front desk staff is great
david
david, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 Feb 2025
The staff was excellent Sayd was extremely helpful. The patio area connected to our room was disappointing and the resort doesn’t really look like it does on the website. The pool area was beautiful and the food at the restaurant was delicious and that area was very nice. I loved all the little nooks and separate seating areas.
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Dec 2024
We love the ambiance and the fire place in the room is an extra special touch.
Mary
Mary, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 Feb 2025
The Lodge is amazing. The lobby, library and common areas are beautiful. Our room wasn’t at same level looked a bit old and tired. Cleanliness was good not great.
The restaurant Cielo’s is one of my favorite in tucson
Pattye
Pattye, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Jan 2025
We only stayed one night and we’re delighted with the size of the room and the bathroom. Spacious and clean.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Dec 2024
It's such a sweet place to stay. I arrived there around noon, and they were happy to accommodate my stay.
Anesh
Anesh, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jan 2025
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
Rheda, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Nov 2024
Enjoyed our stay, the grounds were beautiful.
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Dec 2024
This hotel is my favorite stay when I'm in Tucson. Comfortable, quaint and love the restaurant.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Oct 2024
Fantastic stay and staff was extremely pleasant.
Renee
Renee, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Nov 2024
excellent, beautiful place, the room was great, loved the fireplace and the hot tub.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Oct 2024
Large room, nice bar, secluded stay, convenient location.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Nov 2024
Gorgeous, well- kept property, with friendly, helpful staff.