Tucson, Arizona, is 118 miles southeast of Phoenix. It is referred to as the "Old Pueblo" or "Old Town" and is home to more than 500,000 people. The oldest, most historic buildings are around Tucson's downtown district. Many tourists come to Tucson for the saguaro forests and the mountains, while others are drawn to its history and Southwestern culture. No matter what brings visitors to Tucson, they will find a hotel that fits their needs and lifestyles.
Located in the center of Tucson's historic downtown district, the Hotel Tucson offers guests a hot buffet breakfast, pool, social hour at its cafe, airport shuttle, high-speed Internet, fitness center and spa. There is a restaurant and lounge, and barbecues are available for some suites. Other suites come with Jacuzzis. The hotel is pet-friendly and rooms are available for both smokers and non-smokers. Summer rates in 2010 start at $60 a night.
Hotel Tucson City Center
475 N Granada Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85701
520-622-3000
hoteltucsoncitycenter.com
The Historic Hotel Congress was built in 1919. Aptly named, the hotel is decorated with antique beds, vintage radios and a fully operational 1930's switchboard. It has 40 rooms, all on the second floor and all specially furnished so that no two are the same. Room service is not available but they do provide take-out service from the in-house cafe. The building is pet-friendly. Summer rates for 2010 start at $69 a night.
The Historic Hotel Congress
311 East Congress St.
Tucson, AZ 85701
800-722-8848
hotelcongress.com
Close to Tucson's downtown and the University of Arizona, the Hampton Inn Tucson - North is part of the Hilton chain of hotels. There is a swimming pool, fitness center, business center, wireless Internet and a whirlpool. The building allows pets for an extra fee and offers multi-lingual staff to assist its guests. Breakfast is included in the rates, which start at $95 for the 2010 summer season. Special packages and discounts are available.
Hampton Inn Tucson-North
1375 West Grant Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85745
520-206-0602
hilton.com
The Country Inn is located near Tucson's downtown, minutes from the University of Arizona and 10 miles from the Tucson Airport. The hotel is new with modern amenities like high-speed Internet, microwaves and cable TV. Some suites have whirlpool tubs. Breakfast is included in the rates and guests can enjoy the hotel's heated outdoor pool and fitness center. There are also complimentary cookies and coffee available 24 hours a day. Summer 2010 rates start at $89.
Country Inn & Suites By Carlson
705 North Freeway
Tucson AZ 85745
800-596-2375
520-867-6200
countryinns.com
The Riverpark Inn has 174 rooms and offers its guests a complimentary, full American breakfast. It is located close to museums, the University of Arizona, the Reid Park Zoo and Saguaro National Park. High-speed Internet, Direct TV, a cafe, pool, jacuzzi, fire pit, fitness center, and sporting activities like tennis and croquet are available. Rates start at $69 for 2010.
The Riverpark Inn
350 South Freeway
Tucson, AZ 85745
800-551-1466
520-239-2300
theriverparkinn.com
