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

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

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

A gym with a treadmill, exercise bike, and weight machines.

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

14.3 km from Desert Discovery Center

Ludmila

AED 317

AED 364 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

2. LivAway Suites Tucson

South Park, 18.1 km from Desert Discovery Center

Reese

AED 235

AED 270 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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 pool area with a modern building, palm trees, and outdoor seating.

3. Best Western InnSuites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites

Casas Adobes, 16.6 km from Desert Discovery Center

Brian

AED 243

AED 272 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 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 modern coffee station with branded dispensers, a counter with a digital screen, and a view of the city through large windows.

4. Comfort Suites At Tucson Mall

14.7 km from Desert Discovery Center

Sophia

AED 337

AED 388 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

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.

5. Woodspring Suites Tucson South

South Park, 17.7 km from Desert Discovery Center

Jesus

AED 257

AED 296 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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.

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

6. 3 Palms Tucson North Foothills

18 km from Desert Discovery Center

Madison

AED 199

AED 244 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

A hotel with a red and white sign, numbered 4940, parking in front.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a coat rack.

7. Red Roof Inn Tucson North - Marana

Cortaro, 12.3 km from Desert Discovery Center

Victoria

AED 228

AED 261 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A clean, well-organized snack and sundries section with a variety of packaged snacks and beverages, a chalkboard sign welcoming visitors, and a decorative wall with a circular sign indicating the treats available.

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

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

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson-Mall

Casas Adobes, 16.3 km from Desert Discovery Center

Victoria

AED 331

AED 371 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and artwork on the walls.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A spa with a tiled wall and a window displaying various items.

A hotel with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

9. Estrella at Casino Del Sol

Drexel Heights, 12.5 km from Desert Discovery Center

Walter

AED 214

AED 265 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a large window with red curtains.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a coffee station, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a television.

A modern bathroom with a sink, mirror, and wooden cabinets.

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson Marana

16 km from Desert Discovery Center

Nick

AED 400

AED 458 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with stone pillars, a table and chairs, and a grill.

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

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

14.1 km from Desert Discovery Center

Araya

AED 288

AED 330 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a green patterned wall, a black refrigerator, and a wooden bench.

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

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.

12. The Alice Hotel

14.1 km from Desert Discovery Center

Hasan

AED 279

AED 356 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

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

A University Inn sign at a gas station with a sunset sky.

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

13. University Inn

14.5 km from Desert Discovery Center

Michael

AED 247

AED 305 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.

The Kennedy Hotel with a white facade, palm trees, and a clear sky.

14. The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western

17 km from Desert Discovery Center

Eric

AED 327

AED 377 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A resort with a central pool, palm trees, and a view of distant mountains.

A large hotel with multiple floors and a prominent dome structure, surrounded by landscaped areas.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, comfortable seating, a reception desk, and a television.

A large conference room with rows of red chairs, a chandelier, and a carpeted floor.

15. Casino Del Sol Resort

Drexel Heights, 12.5 km from Desert Discovery Center

Daniel

AED 328

AED 367 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern lobby with a sofa, armchairs, and a patterned rug.

A spacious indoor area with a polished marble floor, multiple seating arrangements, and large windows allowing natural light.

A lobby with a bench, a staircase, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with two beds, a large painting of a sunset, a lamp, and a small table.

16. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson/Marana

Cortaro, 13.7 km from Desert Discovery Center

Ashley

AED 294

AED 337 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A buffet with labeled food options including turkey sausage and bacon.

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathtub, and a mirror.

17. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tucson Mall by IHG

16.2 km from Desert Discovery Center

MARISOL

AED 342

AED 393 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

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

A spacious indoor area with a stone accent wall, wooden furniture, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

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

18. The Eddy Hotel Tucson, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

Catalina Foothills, 18.2 km from Desert Discovery Center

Janie

AED 425

AED 476 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

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

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

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

19. voco The Tuxon by IHG

Menlo Park, 14 km from Desert Discovery Center

Shawn

AED 307

AED 354 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A building with a sign reading 'La Posada Lodge and Casitas' with a fountain and cacti in the foreground.

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

A building with a curved facade, a pathway, and well-maintained landscaping including bushes and a palm tree.

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

Casas Adobes, 16.2 km from Desert Discovery Center

Yolanda

AED 352

AED 395 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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AED 317 AED 364 total includes taxes & fees 1 Nov - 2 Nov	AED 235 AED 270 total includes taxes & fees 3 Nov - 4 Nov	AED 243 AED 272 total includes taxes & fees 26 Oct - 27 Oct	AED 337 AED 388 total includes taxes & fees 22 Nov - 23 Nov	AED 257 AED 296 total includes taxes & fees 25 Oct - 26 Oct

Top Desert Discovery Center Hotel Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

"Great place with a great view. Loved the quiet and privacy. We all loved the expansive outdoor living area."

Fabulous Luxury Home on Quiet 2 acres

10/10 Excellent

"Great place. Very fun for the family"

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

10/10 Excellent

"This property is absolutely spectacular and completely matches the photos. It was perfect for our visit to U of A and we stayed with some other parents who are friends. It was perfect to return to each afternoon and enjoy the patio, pool, hot tub, and grill dinner. Ron was a fantastic host and made sure we had everything we needed. I highly recommend it!"

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!"

Historic Stone Sunset Sunrise Mountain View Cabin

10/10 Excellent

"Loved our stay!"

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!!"

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."

Historic Dude Ranch Rustic Cowboy Cabin Desert Experience

10/10 Excellent

"beautiful large rooms with full kitchen and good bed!!! We enjoyed the privacy and loved it."

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

2. LivAway Suites Tucson

3. Best Western InnSuites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites

4. Comfort Suites At Tucson Mall

5. Woodspring Suites Tucson South

6. 3 Palms Tucson North Foothills

7. Red Roof Inn Tucson North - Marana

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson-Mall

9. Estrella at Casino Del Sol

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson Marana

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

12. The Alice Hotel

13. University Inn

14. The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western

15. Casino Del Sol Resort

16. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson/Marana

17. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tucson Mall by IHG

18. The Eddy Hotel Tucson, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

19. voco The Tuxon by IHG

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

Compare top hotels near Desert Discovery Center

Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine

LivAway Suites Tucson

Best Western InnSuites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites

Comfort Suites At Tucson Mall

Woodspring Suites Tucson South

Top Desert Discovery Center Hotel Reviews

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

Fabulous Luxury Home on Quiet 2 acres

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

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

Historic Stone Sunset Sunrise Mountain View Cabin

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

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

Elegant West Side Mountain Retreat

Historic Dude Ranch Rustic Cowboy Cabin Desert Experience

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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