See all properties
Save

Lodge on the Desert

4.0 star property
Resort in Tucson with outdoor pool and restaurant

Photo gallery for Lodge on the Desert

Breakfast and dinner served
Lobby
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Breakfast and dinner served
Breakfast and dinner served

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

The current price is AU$248
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec

Explore the area

View map
306 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ, 85711
  • Place, El Con Mall
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Reid Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Reid Park Zoo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Casita King

Standard Casita King

Standard Casita King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(73 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe One King Bed

Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe One King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe One King Bed Accessible

Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe One King Bed Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Casita Fireside Two Queens

Casita Fireside Two Queens

Casita Fireside Two Queens

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Spa King

Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Spa King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Casita Suite

Casita Suite

Casita Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 1 Bedroom Deluxe Suite

1 Bedroom Deluxe Suite

1 Bedroom Deluxe Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (with Sofa Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

You may also like

Ad
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM, free pool cabanas

Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine

Tucson
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, 3,020 reviews
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine

About the area

Tucson

At Lodge on the Desert you'll be within a 20-minute walk of El Con Mall and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from University of Arizona. Highlights at this resort include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Cielos, is open for breakfast and dinner. At the resort's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the Hot tub and pool loungers. 4500 square feet (418 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre and coworking space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Peter Howell resort include Davis-Monthan Air Force Base and Tucson Convention Center.
View more Resorts in TucsonOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • El Con Mall - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Randolph North Golf Course - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Reid Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Hi Corbett Field - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Reid Park Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 11 min drive
  • Roy Laos Transit Center - 19 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Portillo’s - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Lodge on the Desert

Resort in Tucson with outdoor pool and restaurant
Lodge on the Desert offers its guests an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre, meeting rooms, and coworking spaces are available. Event space at this resort measures 4500 square feet (418 square metres) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Lodge on the Desert. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Tucson resort is smoke free.

  • 102 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 4500 sq ft of conference space
  • 418 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1936
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Lodge on the Desert offers 102 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and coffee/tea makers. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Tucson resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Similar properties

Tennis court
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 1,001 reviews
The price is AU$312
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 15 for adults and USD 8 to 15 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 refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

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 centre
  • 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 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1936
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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
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: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 15 for adults and USD 8 to 15 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 15.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Lodge on the Desert?

Lodge on the Desert offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Lodge on the Desert?

As of 10 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lodge on the Desert on 12 Dec 2025 start from AU$248.43, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Lodge on the Desert?

Yep, Lodge on the Desert has a free self car park.

Does Lodge on the Desert have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Lodge on the Desert has a heated pool and an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Lodge on the Desert?

Lodge on the Desert features a heated pool, an outdoor pool and 1 hot tub. All guestrooms come with memory foam beds and premium bedding.

What makes Lodge on the Desert a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and romance packages, as well as memory foam beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Lodge on the Desert.

Is Lodge on the Desert family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, a picnic area and an outdoor pool, it's no surprise that Lodge on the Desert is a hit with families.

Does Lodge on the Desert serve breakfast?

You bet, visitors are hooked on the cooked-to-order breakfast here! Offered daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lodge on the Desert?

No, Lodge on the Desert does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Lodge on the Desert?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lodge on the Desert?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lodge on the Desert?

Dogs are welcome at Lodge on the Desert, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet, with a maximum weight of up to 18 kg per pet.

Lodge on the Desert Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1444 out of 2011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 360 out of 2011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 2011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 2011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 2011 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trina

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Derric

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

john

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One of our favorite hotels

Really nice place with a great restaurant on site. Rooms are massive and clean. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

mary ann

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

JAY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Good. Nice pool area & surroundings. It would be nice if Cielo was less expensive for families as well as other soaps not in large containers. Great staff & comfy beds!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the meal and drinks at Cielo’s
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Randy, Corpus Christi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice, clean place with a professional, friendly staff. It is pet friendly and having a restaurant on the property added to the enjoyment of staying here. If you are tied to your technology, internet, etc, note that there are only traditional outlets in the room (no USB, etc) and we found the wifi to be weak. We did receive a strong 5G signal on our phones and used our hotspots to connect instead of the available wifi. Also, if you can't walk up stairs, there is no elevator to the second floor and there are two floors of rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

katherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tania

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable & Nice

The hotel was very quaint and the room was nice. It was the front desk service that left much to be desired.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rainy

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

peggy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was large, very clean, nice television, staff was friendly and responsive. Bed was not comfortable. Iron was broken but was replaced promptly upon notification to the front desk. Extra toilet paper was placed in a strange place; it should always be in the bathroom within reach of the toilet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location, nice and clean property, would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great restaurant

Cielos is the restaurant was very good. Casita king was spacious. Location is in the middle of Tucson so no lights in the parking at night or security
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terra, Colorado Springs

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. Restaurant was delicious, good wine options. It was quiet ans we enjoyed the pool innthe evening. The grounds are beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Amenities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overnight stay

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Evelyn

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked a room a month in advance, when we checked in we didn’t get the room we were expecting. The receptionist told us the pictures online are not going to match the rooms and admitted to false advertisement. We got checked into room 240 and it was disgusting. The bathtub was filthy and the shower had no work done to it, old and filthy. There was one wall unit with no remote and no ceiling fans, our room number was spray painted on, the only room that was like that and our door lock was loose. We then realized there was a bird stuck/living in the fireplace there was no cover/glass over the fireplace. We spent the first night there, the second night is when we realized there was black dust staining our shoes, clothes, towels assuming it was debris and ash from the fireplace. Morning after our second night, I went to talk to a receptionist about how filthy our room was. She was SO disrespectful, rude and also admitted to false advertisement about the room that I booked online and was expecting but didn’t get. Both of us raising our voices at each other in front of other guests and me finally asking when the next receptionist would be in so I could speak to him instead because a manager was not available until Monday. Monday morning we speak to a manager he took notes about our complaints and said “sorry for the trouble, and the bird? That was something”. We spent $693 on 3 nights and the manager was barely apologetic. There’s no way people like to stay here. ZERO recommend!
Bath tub we never used.
We would wash our hands and black debris was all over them.
My sister showered and black stains were everywhere from where she was stepping.
This was after cleaning the bottom of my feet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025