Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near University of Arizona

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Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Lobby
Outdoor pool
Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June

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222 S. Freeway Rd., Tucson, AZ, 85745
  • Tucson Convention Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Rialto Theatre
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • University of Arizona
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Basic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Tucson

Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown places you in the centre of Tucson, within a short 5-minute stroll of Garden of Gethsemane and Pusch Ridge Resort Course. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include a 24-hour business centre and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Menlo Park hotel include University of Arizona and Tucson Convention Center.

What's nearby

  • Fox Theatre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Tucson Convention Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Rialto Theatre - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • University of Arizona - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Arizona Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 6 min drive
  • Roy Laos Transit Center - 7 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Charro Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Monica - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪La Estrella Bakery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Street- Taco and Beer Co. - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪La Chaiteria - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown

Hotel with free breakfast, near University of Arizona
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business centre and 3 meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is available daily. An outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Tucson hotel.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Beds feature down duvets. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25.00
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)

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, 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 uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. This property uses a grey water recycling system.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Red Lion Inn Tucson Downtown
Red Lion Tucson Downtown
Red Lion & Suites Tucson
Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown Hotel
Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown Tucson
Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown Hotel Tucson

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown?

Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown?

As of 15 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown on 29 June 2025 start from AU$99.44, 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 Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown?

Yep, Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking. Onsite parking is limited.

Does Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown have a pool?

Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown has an outdoor pool.

Is Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, as well as free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown is a hit with families.

Does Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown serve breakfast?

Yep, guests speak well of the free continental brekkie here! Available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown?

No, Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown?

There isn't one on site, but Pusch Ridge Resort Course is a short 5-minute walk away.

Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 330 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 176 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 114 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 224 out of 1003 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Herb, Coulee Dam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The front staff was excellent. We have stayed at many Red Lions. Their rooms are very consistent. Not this time. The room was stripped down. Very few towels, no cups, two pillows, one thin blanket, the heat could not be turned up etc. The breakfast left a lot to be desired. Though they did have raisin bread. This hotel was not up to Red Lion standards.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cyril

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No hot water in some of the rooms No TV not WiFI
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Theres no coffee pot, the electric didn't work in bathroom, you had to be let in your room everytime because door keys did not work! The telephone in room didnt work so you were screwed if you needed in. Morning shift was absolutely the rudest when you tried to complain. Mind you i run a motel and understand customer service very well but dude was an a@#hole! Dont spend your money here GO STAY SOMEWHERE ELSE!!We are not hard to please at all and wewere just so tired from driving we wanted to rest. Good point...no bed bugs !!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Martha p

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muhieldin

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Katherine

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julieta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service, comfy beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I realize that this place was very budget friendly, but we were given a room with only 2 bath towels! The bed was only made once, and towels were never washed! The rooms opened on both sides. Duct tape help the remote control together, and held cabinets closed in the breakfast area. There was no clock or radio in the room. There is a $100.00 security deposit required for each room. my partner and I are in no way undesirables, but that is how we felt here. We've speculated that homeless people are given a room for the night and that's a wonderful thing; our daughter was homeless for a time. But this kind of situation did absolutely nothing to make us comfortable. Why did we stay? Simply that the situation didn't bother my husband so much as me. By the way, we stayed a night at a low-cost motel in Williams, but it was clean, neat, and fine. Don't stay at the Red Lion Inn and Suites unless you are truly desperate is my opinion!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Francisco

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Dave

Liked: Staff & service

They try, but

Staff were helpful, owner was very nice, but hotel was plagued with problems. At checkin, was told having hot water issues, and upgraded my room to a suite. However, tv in living room would not turn on. Bedroom tv took several tries to bring up menu. Phone in room didn’t work. Power outage in evening. Off and on issues with internet. Free breakfast, but limited.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeremy

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The WiFi and tv stopped working after the first couple hours
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Skyeler

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t stay here!!

Wifi didn’t work during the stay, no towels in the bathroom, no hand soap, dirty and sticky floors, and overall it was a horrible experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Monica

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dirty. Do not recommend. Torn and stained bedding, bugs in shower, toilet ran all night, dried white stuff on the side of be end table and desk was about to break. Hotel has the potential to be amazing, but it’s very run down and scary.

2/10 Terrible

vanessa

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service
The gentleman handling check out around 6am was extremely rude. He ignored that i was standing at the window for a while. When he took my key card i asked for a receipt, he typed in something on the computer, printed a paper out sat it down then walked away. I was waiting for my receipt and he had his headphones on listening to music and dancing. After 5 minutes i just left.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Veronica

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we first got there to check in the woman at the front desk was very rude. Their wifi was down and we walked up to the counter to check in and instead of explaining that to us. She told us there was a line and we needed to wait. There were other people in the waiting area but they were all over. We had no idea they were waiting to check in. After watching her play on her phone for 10 mins she finally started calling people to check in. We got into the room the fridge had hair in it and was leaking from the top. The shower curtain had what looked like stained red gatorade all over it, as well as the lamp in the bedroom. The bed was hard and the pillows it came with were incredibly thin. I went and bought my own pillows. Check out was definitely better. There was someone different at the counter. She waa quick and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Jaclyn

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The floor was so filthy we had to wipe our feet before getting into bed. There were huge cobwebs on the walls. Not even a chair on which to set our clothes. No plastic, paper or glsss cups in room. The bed was comfortable. Breakfast had lots of carb choices with awful weak coffee. We were allowed to park our van and trailer in back of property
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and next to all the events in tuscon
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

ANNA

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The attendant Toni was difficult evasive worked hard at not being helpful and ATTITUDE
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025