Places to stay near Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

The Zendo Oasis. Your Private Resort in Tucson.

Discover the Zendo Oasis, your private resort in midtown Tucson. Don't settle for a sterile hotel room that can cost hundreds more. The Zendo offers a retreat atmosphere that will impress. Exercise in our full gym and luxuriate in a hot stone sauna! After, jump in the pool! Sip wine while enjoying evenings around a chiminea under starlit skies. Lounge by the pool in the sun or shade on the deck or under louvered patios. The Zendo is close to the UA and downtown. Book now and escape the ordinary!

Hidden gem in the desert, private pool and hot tub

The home is a classic adobe style 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom with beautiful exposed wooden log ceilings in the living room, custom saguaro rib shutters & traditional saltillo tile floors. Enjoy all the comforts of home in this 1,800 square foot house with a beautiful secluded private back yard with a private pool & hot tub. Enjoy the peace & birdsong. The house is fully equipped with everything you will need for your stay, close to restaurants, shops, Golf & all the outdoor adventure you can imagine

Casa Mabel Unit 2

Centrally located right by the University of Arizona, this newly renovated 1926 house is close to University Boulevard, Downtown, PCC, and 4th Avenue. The property is a duplex with the back unit available for Airbnb guests. The front unit is occupied by other tenants. Parking options: - 2 spots on an elevated area in the back yard behind a 7-foot tall steel gate. - On the drive in front of the steel gate for tall/low profile car. - On-street parking with a permit provided to you upon request

The Cottage @ Sanctuary Cove, 80 acres of serenity

A secluded getaway, Sanctuary Cove's Guest Cottage is surrounded by 80 acres of pristine Southwest Desert. Stewarded by a religious non-profit, Sanctuary Cove is a place of respite from the happenings of modern life. The property has hiking trails, easy access to less explored areas of Saguaro National Park, a non-denominational chapel for prayer and meditation, an amphitheater overlooking the Tucson Valley, and a traditional labyrinth. For more information, visit the Sanctuary Cove website.

West-side Trailhead Retreat in the Sonoran Desert

2017 guest house in Tucson Mountain foothills adjacent to Sweetwater Preserve (14+ mi.s of trails: mountain biking, horseback, running, & hiking)! Enjoy the giant soaking tub, BBQ grill, sunsets & patio. A full kitchen, sitting area, bath & BR are downstairs (550 sq. ft.). Up a 90-degree ladder to BR/retreat space, wonderful for getaway views. Our property is a 3-acre lot w/ desert flora/fauna, stars, & quietness, yet only 10 mi. from UA. Horses add to the ambiance with a taste of ranch life.

Serenity in the Saguaro Forest

Private large studio in a historic 1943 stone craftsman home secluded on 3.2 lush acres just at the edge of the Saguaro National Park! Cleaning fees included in nightly rate. Kitchenette, private indoor/outdoor living spaces, SpaceX/Starlink high speed WiFi, ROKU Smart TV, unique gallery/hallway to private bathroom. Tuft & Needle mattress. 8 miles to downtown, 9 to the Desert Museum. Check out my other similar listing on the property. A great retreat from the crowds! LICENSE: 21465687

Time Capsule in the Sonoran Desert

Time Capsule is a unique experience in an space age module dropped in the middle of an 11 acres desert sanctuary and sculpture park, adjacent to the Saguaro National Park. Enjoy the quietness of the desert in a safe environment located at just 35 minutes from downtown Tucson. Because of the refinement of the interior design we cannot accept any pet, service animal, nor children in the Time Capsule. Please note that check in is in person only and not later than 10:00PM. No exception!

Tucson Mountain Retreat

Stunningly beautiful mountain and city views!!! Relax on the spacious patio or in the heated spa with a favorite beverage and enjoy the wildlife and views. This home is situated in the foothills of the majestic giant Saguaro-studded Tucson Mountains, with easy access to the Desert Museum, Old Tucson Studios, Gates Pass, Tucson Mountain Park and the Sweetwater Preserve with outstanding biking and hiking trails. Downtown Tucson, U. of Arizona, and 4 golf courses are within 7-10 miles.

Attractive Casita In Tucson

A charming getaway casita with stunning views of the majestic Saguaro National Park and the Picture Rock Mountains for spectacular sunsets. The 5-acre site is home to many varieties of cacti, including giant saguaros and other native plants and trees. Through the casita's panoramic windows, you can observe desert vegetation, birds, rabbits, coyotes, bobcats, javelinas, and deer. An evening bath in the jacuzzi under the starry sky will certainly remain in your memory for a long time.

Cat Mountain Casitas - Ocotillo

Come stay at the Ocotillo Casita at Cat Mountain! Located feet from Tucson Mountain Park and inside Cat Mountain Station, this location is perfect for nature lovers and style hunters alike. The building was built around a John Wayne museum in the 1950's, but converted into three 1,200 sq. ft casitas in 2023. The unique décor in the space is locally sourced, creating a vintage ranch vibe surrounded by Ocotillo. It is perfect for travelers looking to relax in the Sonoran Desert.

1BR Casita on 17 Scenic Foothills Acres #9

Retreat to this peaceful 1-bedroom casita in West Foothills, set on a picturesque 17-acre property. Enjoy a king bed, AC/heat, full kitchen with RO water, icemaker, microwave, stove/oven, 65" Roku TV with 220 channels, fast WiFi, in-unit washer/dryer, and game table. ~800 sq ft of comfort and charm. Just 2 miles up Ironwood Hill Dr from Silverbell Rd, 6 miles to UofA. Impeccably clean and inviting, perfect for a tranquil escape. AZ TPT Lic 21337578

Tucson Mountains/Saguaro National Park West

1650 sq ft southwest home welcomes visitors with a full house to feel right at home. 1 acre of native plants, tortoise enclosure, fire pit, horse & goats to pet. Decorated to feel the southwest at its best. Near Tucson Mountains, 4 miles from trap & skeet club, 15 minute drive to Sonoran Desert Museum, 10 minutes from Old Tucson, 10 minutes from the freeway. Family friendly, we will try our best to accommodate any needs your family may have.