Having an enjoyable hotel experience can make or break a traveler's trip, especially when visiting a state that isn't exactly known for a robust roster of activities. The Red Rock, Arizona area fortunately offers an extensive number of affordable hotels. The town of Red Rock is situated near Picacho Peak State Park off of Interstate 10 and is one of the more rural areas of the Grand Canyon State.
Less than 20 miles from Red Rock, the Holiday Inn Express includes a complimentary breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center and an outdoor swimming pool. Elsewhere, La Quinta Inn & Suites also offers ample amenities, including a microwave and refrigerator in every room, a coffee maker, a hair dryer, and a pets-welcome policy. Days Inn is another option for travelers who wish to be near Red Rock, with two locations in the vicinity--one in Tucson/Marana and another in Eloy, Arizona. The Tucson/Marana location includes complimentary coffee in the lobby, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, free parking, a business center and a swimming pool. The Eloy location includes a complimentary continental breakfast, free wireless Internet, an ironing board and iron in each room, and a pets-welcome policy for an additional $10.
Holiday Inn Express
8373 Cracker Barrel Rd.
Marana, AZ 85743
520-572-4777
hiexpress.com
La Quinta Inn & Suites
6020 West Hospitality Road
Tucson, AZ 85743
520-572-4235
lq.com
Days Inn Tucson/Marana
8370 North Cracker Barrel Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85743
520-744-6677
daysinn.com
Days Inn Casa Grande
5300 South Sunland Gin Rd.
I-10 at exit 200
Eloy, AZ 85131
520-426-9240
daysinn.com
The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain has a nightly price tag that matches its high-class name, with packages starting at $349 per night, as of August 2010. The hotel is located 23.9 miles from Red Rock, which is about a 30-minute car ride on Interstate 10. The amenities include spa packages, golf, elegant dining, and rooms that come with feather beds, down comforters and duvets. Westward Look Resort is another expensive choice of lodging near the Red Rock area, but offers many exclusive recreation activities, from hiking to xeriscape classes to horseback riding. Hotel packages start at $168 per night, as of August 2010.
Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain
15000 North Secret Springs Dr.
Marana, AZ 85658
520-572-3000
ritzcarlton.com
Westward Look Resort
245 East Ina Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85704
520-297-1151
westwardlook.com
For the budget traveler, there is always the tried-and-true chain hotel. The Best Western Continental Inn features mountain views, pillow top mattresses, and access to activities like hiking and biking. Prices start at $72 per night, as of August 2010. Red Roof Inn rates begin at $39.99. Rooms feature coin laundry and free wireless Internet. The Super 8 Motel also starts at $39.99 per night and features an outdoor pool, two computers with Internet access, free parking, and a microwave and refrigerator in each room.
Best Western Continental Inn
8425 North Cracker Barrel Rd.
Marana, AZ 85743
520-579-1099
bestwesternarizona.com
Red Roof Inn
4940 West Ina Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85743
520-744-8199
redroof.com
Super 8 Motel
8351 North Cracker Barrel Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85743
520-572-0300
super8.com
