Verified Reviews of Lodge on the Desert
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Excellent Experience"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Wonderful facility with clean uniquely southwestern rooms. The pool and spa were superb. I’ll do this again for a staycation!
Bruce L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
08-Jul-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Jul 07 to Mon Jul 08 2024 at a $92.76 average nightly rate.
"My favorite place to stay in Tucson."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Admissions of a repeat offender. I admit it. I've done this before, and I'll do it again. Lodge on the Desert is a great place to stay. The rooms are comfortable. The pool/hot tub is great. And the crew is always so helpful. I'll be back.
Rick L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
22-May-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri May 17 to Mon May 20 2024 at a $166.99 average nightly rate.
"Amazing! Beautiful grounds."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Great room. Very comfortable. Looking forward to my next stay.
Patricia B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
04-May-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed May 01 to Thu May 02 2024 at a $115.99 average nightly rate.
"Beautiful & Relaxing"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
I will recommend this place and I will be back! It's beautiful and relaxing!
Lynne W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
04-May-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Apr 30 to Sat May 04 2024 at a $206.99 average nightly rate.
"Comfortable Stay"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Bedding was clean and comfortable; towels were soft and absorbent; on site restaurant had a great breakfast buffet. The front desk staff was friendly and great with sightseeing suggestions.
Sue P. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
22-Apr-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Apr 18 to Sat Apr 20 2024 at a $197.10 average nightly rate.
"Beautiful Property"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Beautiful property!
Marsha W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
09-Apr-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Apr 07 to Tue Apr 09 2024 at a $208.99 average nightly rate.
"Friendly staff. Lovely room."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Friendly staff. Lovely room. Quiet property.
Nyla N. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
16-Mar-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Mar 15 to Sat Mar 16 2024 at a $261.99 average nightly rate.
"Great Place to Stay"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
We come here every time we are in Tucson. Large, quiet rooms many with fireplaces. Great parking. Big wonderful beds and great rates.
Kevin C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
31-Jan-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jan 25 to Sun Jan 28 2024 at a $305.66 average nightly rate.
"Clean place, close to everything."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Quiet and calming, close to everything. Employees were super nice. Clean place!
Debra C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
23-Jan-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jan 19 to Mon Jan 22 2024 at a $218.10 average nightly rate.
"Excellent!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Everything was clean, operational, comfortable, quiet and the decor was picturesque. Especially loved the burnt orange window treatment, double sinks and walk in shower.
Debra G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
01-Jan-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Dec 27 to Thu Dec 28 2023 at a $152.10 average nightly rate.
Summary of Verified Reviews
Customer Reviews of Lodge on the Desert
- 4.6 of 5Overall
- 4.6 of 5Cleanliness
- 4.6 of 5Comfort
- 4.5 of 5Condition
- 4.6 of 5Service
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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. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Make yourself at home in one of the 101 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
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
Arizona Stadium - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Park Place Mall - 4.8 km / 3 mi
Arizona State Museum - 5.3 km / 3.3 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
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.
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 laundry100% recycled and 80% post-consumer public area and guestroom paper productsGreen stays for guests include offering water saving options for sheets and towelsRecycle program for guestroom magazinesCFL lighting in most areasLow-flow toilets and showerheadsFeatured 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.
Amenities you and your pet will enjoy
Airport & Shuttle Information
Tucson International Airport - 7 miles
Airport Shuttle?
Sorry,
no airport shuttle available.
Breakfast Information
Plated complimentary Lodge breakfast included with each stay. Chef Miguel Angel Heredia has a rotating selection each morning offering guests a hot or cold option that pays tribute to Southwest ingredients.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Maximum number of pets per room 1
Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 40
Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 18
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Only dogs are allowed
Pets allowed
Dogs are welcome at Lodge on the Desert in our Casita Kings and Casita Fireside Double Queens for a nonrefundable $25 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.
Parking Info
Complimentary self parking. Approximately 200 spaces available.
Internet / WiFI
All guestrooms & public areas offer complimentary access to Wi-Fi
Misc 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
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
- 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.
Cleaning Policies
Columbia Hospitality partners with Ecolab to launch Columbia Clean. This program spans across Columbia Hospitality's managed properties. We are thrilled to partner with Ecolab to offer Columbia Clean as it builds on the best practices and protocols we've always had and have been enhancing over the last several months.-Utilizing highly-effective and environmentally-friendly Ecolab cleaning products to clean and disinfect throughout the property. -Increasing the frequency and intensity of cleaning and disinfecting high touch, high traffic areas at every property, such as light switches, door handles, remotes, elevator buttons, thermostats, and more-Increasing the frequency and intensity of cleaning and disinfecting culinary tools and kitchen work areas, along with team members wearing personal protective equipment,sanitizing POS systems between use and more. -Enhancing cleaning and sanitation standards throughout guestrooms, event spaces, common areas, meeting and event spaces, and amenities.
Contactless check-out is available