Second to Phoenix in size, the city of Tucson, Arizona, is surrounded by soaring mountain peaks and is just 60 miles north of the Mexican border. Home to the University of Arizona, this Sonoran Desert city is prized for its mild climate and abundant sunshine. Hotels near the Tuscon city center offer guests excellent accommodations along with some exceptional deals.
This 12-story, 307-room hotel is next to the Tucson Convention Center and is within Tucson's art district. Hotel amenities include a parking garage, concierge services, room service, business center, banquet facilities, an outdoor heated swimming pool and complimentary fitness passes to the local YMCA. Hotel features the Coyote Cafe and Bistro, serving Southwestern-themed meals including breakfast, lunch and dinner. Next to the cafe is the Saguaro Lounge. Each room has one or two full or double beds or one king bed, a coffee maker, high speed Internet and a work desk. Walk to 4th Avenue for shopping, restaurants and entertainment. Hotel is 3 miles from the Reid Park Zoo and less than 2 miles from the campus of the University of Arizona. As of September 2010, room rates start at $62 per night.
The Hotel Arizona
181 West Broadway Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85701
520-624-8711
thehotelarizona.com
This five-story, 92-room hotel is near Interstate 10 and less than 3 miles from the University of Arizona. Hotel amenities include free daily breakfast, lobby beverage service, fitness center, outdoor pool and business services. Each room has one king or one or two queen beds, Internet access, a laptop work desk, a microwave, a refrigerator and a coffee maker. The Hampton Inn is 5 miles from the Tucson Botanical Gardens, 10 miles from the Pima Air & Space Museum and 15 miles from the Catalina State Park featuring bike trails, horseback riding, fishing, birding and hiking. As of September 2010, room rates begin at $109 per night.
Hampton Inn Tucson North
1375 West Grant Road
Tucson, AZ 85745
520-206-0602
hamptoninn.hilton.com
This nine-story, 250-room hotel is at the main gate to the University of Arizona and is 10 minutes from the airport. Hotel amenities include valet parking, child care service, concierge service, coffee in the lobby, room service, fitness room, outdoor pool, and a banquet facility. The Saguaro Grill Restaurant serves traditional American and Southwestern fare and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Each room has one king or two double beds, a sitting area, a work desk, Internet access and a coffee maker. Walk around campus and to restaurants, shopping and entertainment. Hotel is 16 miles from Catalina State Park and 3 miles from the Reid Park Zoo. As of September 2010, room rates are from $169 per night.
Tucson Marriott University Park
880 East Second St.
Tucson, AZ 85719
520-792-4100
marriott.com
