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A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a bench, a mirror, and a patterned carpet.

A compact living space with a sofa, a small table, a kitchen area with a refrigerator and microwave, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern lounge with leather chairs, a round table, a lamp, and a colorful abstract painting on the wall.

1. 3 Palms Tucson North Foothills

18 km from Desert Discovery Center

Randolph Benjamin

AED 176

AED 216 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and a building with a sign that reads "No Diving Allowed".

A modern interior with a white sofa, red chair, and patterned floor tiles.

Two individuals in white robes with "Hotel McCoy" text, standing in a bathroom with a mirror, vanity, and toiletries.

Two people in white robes sitting on a bed with a magazine, a pillow, and a cup.

2. Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine

14.3 km from Desert Discovery Center

Martin

AED 287

AED 330 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a TV, and a cart.

A Comfort Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance, multiple parking spaces, and a well-maintained exterior.

A modern hotel lobby with a grey sofa, two yellow armchairs, a white coffee table, a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden panel, and a bar area with various amenities.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

3. Comfort Suites At Tucson Mall

14.7 km from Desert Discovery Center

VERONICA

AED 367

AED 422 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern building with a sign reading "LIVAWAY SUITES" and a covered entrance area.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, dishwasher, and a small dining area with a chair.

A laundry room with multiple washing machines, wooden flooring, and recessed ceiling lights.

4. LivAway Suites Tucson

South Park, 18.1 km from Desert Discovery Center

Emerick

AED 235

AED 270 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a kitchenette, and a TV.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a stainless steel sink, and a built-in stovetop.

A modern kitchen area with a large island, seating for 8, and a popcorn machine.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Best Western' sign, multiple entry points, and a well-lit entrance.

5. Best Western InnSuites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites

Casas Adobes, 16.6 km from Desert Discovery Center

Edwin

AED 239

AED 268 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, exposed beams, and a mix of seating areas including a long communal table and individual chairs.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a red umbrella, a fountain, and potted plants.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large mirror.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating area with a sofa and armchairs.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson-Mall

Casas Adobes, 16.3 km from Desert Discovery Center

Michel

AED 358

AED 402 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living area with a large orange sofa, wooden flooring, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and shelves.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a pool.

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a large window with a view.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV, and a large bed.

7. The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western

17 km from Desert Discovery Center

Guillermo

AED 327

AED 377 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern kitchen with built-in appliances, a dining area, and a TV.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in oven, a microwave, and a large flat-screen TV.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

8. Woodspring Suites Tucson South

South Park, 17.7 km from Desert Discovery Center

Frankie

AED 253

AED 292 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and string lights.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a staircase, a large blue sofa, a wooden wall clock, and a fireplace.

A hotel with a central entrance, stone pillars, and a flat roof.

A modern cafe with blue cabinets, wooden tables, and a large TV screen displaying 'Country Inn & Suites'.

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tucson City Center, AZ

13.4 km from Desert Discovery Center

Ruben

AED 321

AED 412 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious interior with a staircase, multiple hanging rattan chandeliers, and a modern design aesthetic.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, multiple light fixtures, and two potted plants.

A modern outdoor living area with a stone facade, a red sofa, a fire pit, and outdoor furniture.

A bar area with high stools and a long counter, surrounded by stone walls and shelves with bottles.

10. The Eddy Hotel Tucson, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

Catalina Foothills, 18.2 km from Desert Discovery Center

Stephanie

AED 539

AED 604 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A spacious lobby with a large sofa, armchairs, a round rug, and a grand staircase.

A hotel hallway with carpeted floors, wooden doors, and a long corridor.

A buffet area with a sign reading "Express Start" and a variety of food items displayed in a glass case.

A lobby with a fireplace, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a large plant.

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tucson Mall by IHG

16.2 km from Desert Discovery Center

MARISOL

AED 353

AED 406 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a kitchenette, and a framed picture on the wall.

12. My Place Hotel-Tucson North/Marana/Cortaro, AZ

14.1 km from Desert Discovery Center

Timothy

AED 341

AED 391 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and a sign reading "TUXON".

A building with a wooden door, two windows with curtains, and two large cacti in pots.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

An outdoor seating area with chairs and tables, potted plants, and a wooden ceiling.

13. voco The Tuxon by IHG

Menlo Park, 14 km from Desert Discovery Center

Amber

AED 353

AED 406 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel corridor with vending machines, including an ice dispenser and a cold drink machine.

A white electric vehicle parked in a lot with a building in the background.

A hotel with a pool, parking lot, and a view of mountains.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a sign for Red Roof Inn.

14. Red Roof Inn Tucson North - Marana

Cortaro, 12.3 km from Desert Discovery Center

Victoria

AED 221

AED 254 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, four stools, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a coffee machine.

A modern hotel with a flat facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.

15. SpringHill Suites Tucson at The Bridges

South Park, 17.9 km from Desert Discovery Center

Catherine Joy

AED 465

AED 535 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a large arched window.

A hotel with a central entrance, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a covered seating area, and a building with a balcony.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and two wall-mounted lamps.

16. Motel 6 Tucson, AZ - North

12.5 km from Desert Discovery Center

Joseph

AED 184

AED 210 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various flowers and palm trees.

A spacious living room with wooden beams, a fireplace, and a large bookcase.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a wooden bench, a desk, and a chair.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

17. Arizona Inn

Blenman-Elm, 17.5 km from Desert Discovery Center

Mary

AED 656

AED 860 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a modern abstract wall art, a blue accent wall, and a wooden floor.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, and a coffee machine.

A hotel room with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a minibar, and a refrigerator.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a sign that reads "LIVERTY 1st", and a television mounted on the wall.

18. University Inn

14.5 km from Desert Discovery Center

Nathalie

AED 265

AED 325 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A hotel bathroom with a white tiled wall, a large mirror, a sink, and a shower area.

A modern office space with a sofa, a wooden coffee table with candles, a cactus artwork on the wall, and a reception desk.

A modern living room with a wooden coffee table, a potted plant, and a blue chair.

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a cactus painting on the wall.

19. The Alice Hotel

14.1 km from Desert Discovery Center

Hasan

AED 332

AED 418 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A bar with a curved counter, multiple seating areas, and a variety of bottles and glasses on display.

20. La Posada Lodge & Casitas, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Casas Adobes, 16.2 km from Desert Discovery Center

Krystal

AED 368

AED 413 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Desert Discovery Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills	9.2 Wonderful 7,175 reviews	View
Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine	9.4 Exceptional 3,396 reviews	View
Comfort Suites At Tucson Mall	9.2 Wonderful 1,167 reviews	View
LivAway Suites Tucson	9.4 Exceptional 143 reviews	View
Best Western InnSuites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites	8.4 Very good 1,957 reviews	View

Top Desert Discovery Center Hotel Reviews

Fabulous Luxury Home on Quiet 2 acres

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic! House was perfect for our parents weekend trip and exactly as marketed. Entire process start to finish was 5, they were super communicative and our girls loved the pool / amenities. TY very much! We’ll definitely book again."

Mountain Home Pool VIEWS Garage FUN Backyard Spacious Private Close to UofA

10/10 Excellent

"This was a terrific find for a vacation: spacious, clean, a wonderful pool, great views---it had it all and then some. Helpful and flexible host who helped us with a glitch or two that we had. Thank you very much!"

Ultimate Private Desert Escape, Infinity Pool, Million-Dollar View

10/10 Excellent

"It was a great place and a great trip. The pool and hot tub were great. The outside area was why we booked and it was well worth it. Response time for anything was quick and helpful. Would recommend."

Ladera Vistas - Available for Christmas - Panoramic Views, Heated Infinity Pool

10/10 Excellent

"Ron is a fantastic host! A list of his attributes as a host would sound like the old Boy Scout promise. HIs location makes it easy to get around the city with great highway access. Book with Ron. You'll want to re-visit."

Saguaro Canyon - Luxury Desert Escape with Pool-Spa & Stunning Views

10/10 Excellent

"This property has tremendous views and great amenities. Makes it very easy to spend time outdoors. Very responsive property manager, and just a good experience. I would recommend this property, as we had a great time!"

Hollywood Hills of Tucson: 20 Acres, Pool, Hot Tub

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful views, everything you need in the house, comfortable beds and couches! We loved everything about our trip!!"

Casa de Oro: 360° Desert Views, Pool & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"This house was perfect… clean, well stocked with towels and kitchen supplies and appliances, comfortable, and so many fun things to do. We loved the pool, hot tub, and the billiards table. Lots of pool toys were available. Great location- easy access to a national park, hiking trails, shops, and restaurants. The sunsets from the back yard were unbelievably beautiful."

Sonoran Sky Escape - 360 views - Heated Pool Option

10/10 Excellent

"Donovan was everything expected of a host. He was communicative, always responding quickly and resolving my questions. The property was like being in my own home. All the furnishings were comfortable and clean. I’ve been in many VRBO’s, and this was one of the cleanest. His cleaners are meticulous. The back yard is AMAZING. The view both day and night is beautiful. We were there to visit family and there there was something for everyone to do. The kitchen worked for me and we had a lot of visitors for brunch. I found everything I needed. Thank you Donovan. I thank you and my family thanks you for hosting your home. I will rent again and recommend it."

Elegant West Side Mountain Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay for my wife and I, 4 kids from 13-20, and my parents. Beautiful property, wonderful pool, and convenient west side location. Host was accommodating and very helpful/responsive."

Other attractions near Desert Discovery Center

A rustic sign with 'Old Tucson' and a Western theme, surrounded by desert scenery and wooden buildings.

Old Tucson Studios

8.2/10 (987 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Old Tucson Studios during your stay in Tucson. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.

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Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

9.2/10 (2,312 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum during your travels in Tucson. Discover the area's desert landscapes and mountain views.

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Tucson Mountains

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tucson Mountains during your travels in Tucson.

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Golden Gate Mountain

Explore the great outdoors at Golden Gate Mountain and enjoy the desert landscapes during your trip to Tucson. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.

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Labyrinth Garden

Enjoy an outing to Labyrinth Garden during your stay in Tucson.

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Wasson Peak

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Wasson Peak during your travels in Tucson. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene.

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Cactus Garden Trail

You can take time to visit Cactus Garden Trail during your travels to Tucson. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's desert landscapes.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Desert Discovery Center?

Desert Discovery Center is located in a welcoming area of Tucson known for its array of dining options. You'll find 113 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Desert Discovery Center?

JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Desert Discovery Center. Another good choice is La Puerta Azul- Stunning Desert Retreat; Pool/Spa, located 4.5 mi (7.2 km) away.

How many hotels will I find near Desert Discovery Center?

Expedia has 113 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Desert Discovery Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Desert Discovery Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Desert Discovery Center.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Desert Discovery Center?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Desert Discovery Center, click here.

What can I see and do near Desert Discovery Center?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Sweetwater Preserve and Red Hills Visitor Center. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Old Tucson Studios, Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, and Labyrinth Garden. Tucson Mountains, Golden Gate Loop Trail, and Golden Gate Mountain are beautiful places to appreciate nature.

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1. 3 Palms Tucson North Foothills

2. Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine

3. Comfort Suites At Tucson Mall

4. LivAway Suites Tucson

5. Best Western InnSuites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson-Mall

7. The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western

8. Woodspring Suites Tucson South

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tucson City Center, AZ

10. The Eddy Hotel Tucson, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tucson Mall by IHG

12. My Place Hotel-Tucson North/Marana/Cortaro, AZ

13. voco The Tuxon by IHG

14. Red Roof Inn Tucson North - Marana

15. SpringHill Suites Tucson at The Bridges

16. Motel 6 Tucson, AZ - North

17. Arizona Inn

18. University Inn

19. The Alice Hotel

20. La Posada Lodge & Casitas, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Desert Discovery Center

Top Desert Discovery Center Hotel Reviews

Fabulous Luxury Home on Quiet 2 acres

Mountain Home Pool VIEWS Garage FUN Backyard Spacious Private Close to UofA

Ultimate Private Desert Escape, Infinity Pool, Million-Dollar View

Ladera Vistas - Available for Christmas - Panoramic Views, Heated Infinity Pool

Saguaro Canyon - Luxury Desert Escape with Pool-Spa & Stunning Views

Hollywood Hills of Tucson: 20 Acres, Pool, Hot Tub

Casa de Oro: 360° Desert Views, Pool & Spa

Sonoran Sky Escape - 360 views - Heated Pool Option

Elegant West Side Mountain Retreat

Other attractions near Desert Discovery Center

Old Tucson Studios

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Tucson Mountains

Golden Gate Mountain

Labyrinth Garden

Wasson Peak

Cactus Garden Trail

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