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Lodge on the Desert

306 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Laundry
Non-Smoking
Parking
Pool
Pet Friendly

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About this property

Lodge on the Desert is a 4-star Coastal Hotels property located in Tucson, Arizona, within the Peter Howell neighborhood. The resort comprises 102 guestrooms, including 10 suites, and sits just 0.7 miles from Reffkin Tennis Center. This smoke-free property serves as a home base for exploring the Tucson area and its surrounding attractions.

Each of the 102 guestrooms features a Tempur-Pedic bed with premium bedding, a flat-screen television, refrigerator, and complimentary wireless internet access. Private bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Cable programming rounds out the in-room entertainment options. Guests consistently rate the comfort of the accommodations at 4.6 out of 5.

Cielos restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner to Lodge on the Desert guests. A buffet breakfast is available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee. The property also operates a bar and lounge where visitors can unwind with an evening drink.

Recreation amenities include a heated outdoor pool with sun loungers, a hot tub, and access to nearby hiking and biking trails. The resort offers complimentary wireless internet throughout, concierge services, gift shops, a garden, library, picnic areas, and a terrace with outdoor furniture. Coffee and tea are available in common areas, and the lobby features a fireplace. The property provides safe-deposit boxes at the front desk, dry cleaning and laundry services, luggage storage, and a business center with computer stations. Golfing and golf lessons are available nearby.

The resort is conveniently positioned within a 10-minute drive of the University of Arizona and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. Saguaro National Park lies 11.3 miles away. Tucson International Airport is approximately 7 miles from the property. The overall guest rating stands at 4.6 out of 5 across 1,856 reviews.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM; check-out is at 11:00 AM. Dogs are welcome in select Casita King and Casita Fireside Double Queen rooms for a nonrefundable $50 fee per pet, per stay. Dog-friendly accommodations are limited and require advance reservation; an etiquette waiver must be signed at check-in. The property provides wheelchair-accessible parking, accessible meeting spaces, and wheelchairs are available on-site. Free self-parking is offered to all guests.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at Lodge on the Desert in Tucson (Peter Howell), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of University of Arizona and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. This resort is 11.3 mi (18.3 km) from Saguaro National Park and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Reffkin Tennis Center.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Reffkin Tennis Center - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
El Con Mall - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi
Randolph Golf Complex - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Reid Park - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Hi Corbett Field - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Tucson Botanical Gardens - 2.8 km / 1.8 mi
Reid Park Zoo - 2.8 km / 1.8 mi
Himmel Park - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
University of Arizona - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
McKale Center - 4 km / 2.5 mi
Steward Observatory Mirror Lab - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium - 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Arizona Stadium - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Park Place Mall - 4.8 km / 3 mi
Centennial Hall - 5.4 km / 3.3 mi

The nearest airports are:
Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 15 km / 9.3 mi
Tucson, AZ (AVW-Marana Regional) - 39.9 km / 24.8 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 102 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your Tempur-Pedic bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Dining

Enjoy a satisfying meal at Cielos serving guests of Lodge on the Desert. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Amenities & features

Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Tucson? This resort has 4500 square feet (418 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

Tucson International Airport - 7 miles
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Complimentary self parking. Approximately 200 spaces available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 4:00 PM - anytime
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 18
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 40
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum number of pets per room 1
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Dogs are welcome at Lodge on the Desert in our Casita Kings and Casita Fireside Double Queens for a nonrefundable $50 fee per pet
  • per stay. Dog-friendly rooms are limited and subject to availability; advance reservations are required. Etiquette waiver must be signed upon check in.
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 16.95 for adults and USD 7.95 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

Know before you go

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • 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 allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Contactless check-out is available.