LODGE ON THE DESERT 306 North Alvernon Way, Tucson AZ 85711

306 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85711 United States

near Exit 263b on I-10 (~3.9mi)

In Tucson (Peter Howell)

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The Lodge on the Desert offers a range of amenities including a bar/lounge, pool, gym, spa tub, and a complimentary full breakfast.

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Breakfast available (surcharge)

Free WiFi

Wheelchair accessible parking

Pets allowed

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"Excellent Stay!"

Perfect size hotel with great price and location. Quiet, private rooms and excellent restaurant and bar.

"Wonderful Stay!"

The location is convenient, centrally located, spacious.The room was spacious,clean, artful, efficient and easy to access. The grounds are very interesting and well maintained. The Lodge's lobby is delightful and quite educational...The staff was efficient, unobtrusive, helpful and cheerful. I look forward to return visits to this property and especially appreciated the reduced summer rates.

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Property Description

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 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Tucson Convention Center.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 102 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your memory foam 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.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

El Con Mall - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi
Randolph North Golf Course - 1.8 km / 1.1 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
University of Arizona - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
McKale Center - 4 km / 2.5 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
University of Arizona Museum of Art - 5.7 km / 3.6 mi
The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures - 5.8 km / 3.6 mi
Rialto Theatre - 6.2 km / 3.9 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

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.

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.

Check-In/Check-Out

Check-In: 4:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out: 11:00 AM

Check-In Instructions:

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

Green Sustainability

Environmental conservation is an important element of Lodge on the Desert’s mission and vision. The hotel embraces green practices across all departments, acknowledging that environmentally-friendly initiatives are responsible as well as economically beneficial. Eco-conscious cleaning products throughout property, including laundry 100% recycled and 80% post-consumer public area and guestroom paper products Green stays for guests include offering water saving options for sheets and towels Recycle program for guestroom magazines CFL lighting in most areas Low-flow toilets and showerheads Featured in all Lodge on the Desert guestrooms are William Roam bath products. All products in The Roam Collection contain a unique blend of antioxidants, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals and are American made. All packaging has been sensibly produced with post-consumer resin and cartons are made from 100% recycled paper.

Airport & Shuttle Info

Tucson International Airport - 7 miles

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Breakfast Information

Chef Edwin has a rotating selection each morning offering guests a hot or cold options that pays tribute to Southwest ingredients.

Pet Friendly?

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.

Parking Info

Complimentary self parking. Approximately 200 spaces available.

Internet / WiFi

All guestrooms & public areas offer complimentary access to Wi-Fi

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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.

Contactless check-out is available

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"Excellent Stay!"

Perfect size hotel with great price and location. Quiet, private rooms and excellent restaurant and bar.

"Wonderful Stay!"

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