Tucson, AZ

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Tucson
Tucson featuring desert views and a sunset
Tucson showing desert views and wildflowers
Tucson
Titan Missile Museum

Where to stay in Tucson

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Catalina Foothills

Nestled north of Tucson, this affluent community boasts upscale shopping at La Encantada and luxurious resorts along the resort corridor. Explore attractions like Sabino Canyon, DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, and the scenic Santa Catalina Mountains.

Catalina Foothills
Downtown Tucson

Downtown Tucson

3.5/5(413 area reviews)

Theaters, river views, and live music highlight some of the noteworthy features of Downtown Tucson. Make a stop by Fox Theatre or Rialto Theatre while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Downtown Tucson
Tohono Chul Park which includes outdoor art and desert views

Casas Adobes

Visitors highly recommend Casas Adobes for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Catalina Golf Course while you're in town.

Casas Adobes
Tucson Botanical Gardens featuring a garden

Midtown

If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Midtown
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Tanque Verde

Tanque Verde is noteworthy for its golf courses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Agua Caliente Park and Arizona National Golf Club.

Tanque Verde
Old Tucson Studios showing heritage elements and tranquil scenes

Tucson Estates

While visiting Tucson Estates, you might make a stop by sights like Old Tucson Studios and Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum.

Tucson Estates
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills

3 Palms Tucson North Foothills

3 out of 5
7411 N Oracle Rd Tucson AZ
The price is AED 210 per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
AED 210
AED 257 total
11 Jan - 12 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,119 reviews)
I have been staying in quite a few motels in the last three months, and this one has topped the list for just about every box that can be checked. If you’re looking for a place that serves breakfast in the morning, don’t come here. I personally never use the “complimentary breakfast “. If I want ...

Reviewed on 8 January 2026

3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine

Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine

3 out of 5
720 W. Silverlake Road Tucson AZ
The price is AED 294 per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
AED 294
AED 344 total
11 Jan - 12 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,078 reviews)
Everything wa spot on! A delight

Reviewed on 6 January 2026

Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
Lodge on the Desert

Lodge on the Desert

4 out of 5
306 North Alvernon Way Tucson AZ
The price is AED 500 per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
AED 500
AED 574 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly resort in Tucson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,035 reviews)
We loved how spacious the room was! We were here three days and were quite comfortable. The one thing that was missing was a microwave in the room. We enjoyed the on-site restaurant, too. And... the dog charge is a daily charge. It should just be a one-time charge.

Reviewed on 6 January 2026

Lodge on the Desert
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge

Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge

4 out of 5
6200 N Club House Ln Tucson AZ
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Tucson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (785 reviews)
We will definitely be back, absolutely no complaints the rooms were clean and the staff was very pleasant

Reviewed on 2 January 2026

Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge
Desert Dreams & Group Adventures Await

Desert Dreams & Group Adventures Await

Tucson AZ
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Tucson. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
10/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
It was such a smooth process and the amenities were perfect for staying in with kids and adults alike. It truly felt like a vacation, better than a home away from home.

Reviewed on 11 December 2025

Desert Dreams & Group Adventures Await
Private Southwestern Style Casita with Lush & Fully fenced Lush Yard**

Private Southwestern Style Casita with Lush & Fully fenced Lush Yard**

Tucson AZ
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Tucson. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Tucson Mall and Cinemark Century El Con 20 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (158 reviews)
The house was cozy and clean, very pet-friendly, and the hosts were very responsive to our questions. We had a wonderful desert vacation. Thank you so much!

Reviewed on 2 January 2026

Private Southwestern Style Casita with Lush & Fully fenced Lush Yard**
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Tucson

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
1781
5 - Excellent 37%
4 - Good
2150
4 - Good 45%
3 - Okay
747
3 - Okay 16%
2 - Disappointing
84
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
41
1 - Terrible 1%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nothing unique, passing through

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

Tucson is beautiful with excellent weather which I love but now it’s become a complete dump! I want to move away from this place.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Amazing sunsets

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Tucson rocks and this hotel provided affordable accommodations in a prime location.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Lots of places to eat and shop. Busy roads and lots of construction.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love Tucson.