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Arizona Inn vs Lodge On The Desert

Both properties are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Arizona Inn scores significantly higher than Lodge on the Desert. Arizona Inn comes in at #3 in Tucson with approval from 11 reviewers like Star Service, Gayot and Lonely Planet.

Arizona Inn
Arizona Inn
8 / 10
2200 E Elm Street, Tucson, AZ 85719
From $219 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Although near the University and many sights, the beautifully landscaped lawns and gardens of this 1930 inn seem far from the hustle and bustle." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"The upscale Arizona Inn is one of the swankiest and most beloved boutique resorts in town." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Rooms are huge, furnished with mahogany, and where the mini-bars, in the best WASP tradition, are empty." Full review
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Dine on an extravagant dinner in the restaurant and leave feeling like one of the many movie stars that have stayed on this famous property.
Star Service Star Service
"Concealed in a residential area, 3 miles east of the center and a 15-minute walk from the University of Arizona, this property is the heart and soul of Old Tucson." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Velvet lawns surround pink casitas with sunny patios; the pool is graced by flower-edged walkways."
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Lodge On The Desert
Lodge On The Desert
7 / 10
306 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85711-2855
From $125 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Fodor's Fodor's
"A charming hacienda-style hotel originally built in the 1930s has gotten a long-awaited face-lift and now offers modern comfort in an old-world setting." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The upper-middle-range Lodge on the Desert is a unique slice of Tucson, with a 75-plus-year history and an updated look that gives its historic rooms a modern feel." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Rooms in this gracefully aging 1930s resort are in hacienda-style casitas flanked by cacti and palm trees, and decorated in charmingly modern Southwest style." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"1930s adobe resort a couple of miles east of downtown, tastefully restored to resemble a Mexican hacienda, with large, comfortable rooms and a good restaurant."
Gayot Gayot
"Mature palm trees tower over the swimming pool, and there are lovely views of the Catalina Mountains off to the north."
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