Places to stay near Catalina State Park

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 an infrared or hot stone sauna! After, jump in the pool! Sip wine while enjoying evenings around a chiminea under starlit skies—lounge 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!

Tucson Poet's Studio

Tucson Poet's Studio was featured in Architectural Digest (1-19-2024) "59 Best Airbnbs Across the United States", New York Magazine (6-19-2015) “Taste the Flavors of Tucson” and LivAbility (7-6-2018) “Accessible Airbnb” *NEW* EV Charger! The studio shares the private, walled courtyard and pool with the Eucalyptus Suite Airbnb and the main house where my husband and I live. Located in the Peter Howell neighborhood, a convenient midtown area close to everything (2.5 mi to UA, 5 mi to downtown).

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.

Desert Bohemian Cottage

This cute and comfy desert cottage with a hint of boho flair sits on a private acre of desert landscape with beautiful mountain views, yet allows you all the conveniences of town close at hand. With access to the Catalina State Park one can wake to the desert's natural beauty, brew a fresh cup of coffee, put on your hiking boots and explore the beautiful Sonoran Desert. Come back and settle in for a relaxing evening while enjoying a beautiful Arizona Sunset. We hope you find it inviting!

Private Tucson Desert Guest House Getaway

This guest house is a pleasant desert retreat in Northeast Tucson, nestled on a large property with spectacular views of the Catalina Mountains. Minutes from from Sabino Canyon, Mt. Lemmon, and close to sumptuous dining. Guests will enjoy a recently space which includes a kitchenette complete with a microwave, coffee-maker, toaster oven, refrigerator, and more. Large bathroom and closet. Also available are a pool, BBQ grill, outdoor seating, and play yard. Laundry available upon request.

Modern & Elegant Desert Hideaway

The perfect desert hideaway in a quiet, scenic and secure community! This guest suite is simple, clean and bright with private access and views of the mountains and the city. Spectacular hiking less than 3 miles away, quick 20 minute drive to downtown and less than 5 minutes to gyms, restaurants, grocery, pharmacy, gas station, etc. Hosts would love to help make sure you feel at home and have the best stay possible. They are native Tucsonans with plenty of recommendations and expert tips!

Cozy Mountain Retreat w/ Hot Tub

Come visit our small horse ranch in NW Tucson! Tucked into the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains, you’ll enjoy great views, and slightly cooler temperatures. You'll be close enough to town to have access restaurants,shopping, entertainment, etc, yet you'll have unlimited access to hiking and mountain biking right out our gate. * Not suitable for children under 12yrs. **This is a smoke-free property, sorry, no exceptions. *you must be able to climb a small flight of stairs*

Charming Private Guesthouse with Mountain View

Check out our weekly and monthly discounts! Enjoy the beautiful mountain view from the cozy wrap around porch. Perfect for your morning coffee. Private guest house located on small horse ranch. Close to hiking, biking, and site seeing. Cozy up to the fire pit in the evening to watch the eastern mountains turn pink as the sun sets in the west. Check out our 120 plus 5 star reviews. This is truly a magical place. Non smoking of any kind, no pets, service animals, infants or children.

Birder AirBnB near the beautiful Catalina mnts

Small quiet casita surrounded by beautiful desert vegetation with a stunning view of the Catalina mountains. Desert wildlife frequently encountered. Near Biosphere II, hiking and biking trails, and a few small-town eateries. Near town of Oro Valley which has restaurants, a movie theater, shopping and events. Six miles N of Catalina State Park and 20 miles SW of Oracle State Park. Birdwatcher friendly with local guide available for birding tours. 1 hr. from airport.

Private Casita in Casas Adobes

411sq ft private Casita just newly REMODELED! Sleeps up to 4. King feather bed & a pullout sleeper. Located just past a quaint garden where you can catch hummingbirds drinking. Private parking & entrance, just come and go. ASK ABOUT: Our other King Suite just feet away! Can sleep 2 more! Cool off in pool (rarely used by us), use outside patio (where cooking station is located, there's no kitchen in the casita). Min. from I-10 & stellar Tucson Biking Loop!!

Saguaro Courtyard Retreat near National Park

If you love nature this casita is just for you. Located 15 minutes from downtown and only a few minutes from stunning hiking and mountain biking trails in the National Park. The property is very much like a botanical garden with fruit trees filling up the back and a wide variety of succulents filling the front. The casita has its own private porch while the property shares two large communal patios with outdoor dining and a fire pit.

Catalina Foothills West Red Suite Rooftop Patio

Welcome to Casita Tolsa! We are close to La Encantada Mall with Shopping, and Restaurants close by. Our Studio Guest Suite has private entrance, parking, outdoor BBQ, Patio Dining, Private Roof Deck, mini fridge, coffee Machine, toaster oven and microwave. Local Art Galleries close by with views of every mountain range and the city. Enjoy the traditional territorial style, the wood beam ceilings, the patio, the fireplace.