From those with luxurious accommodations and stellar dining options to Wes Anderson-esque hotel dreamscapes, hotels in Tucson within five miles of the University of Arizona abound. Stay a night or two, or even more during the upcoming graduation season, at these nine hotels near UofA.
The Leo Kent Hotel
Located in the heart of Downtown Tucson, The Leo Kent hotel offers breathtaking upscale Southwestern design with a made-in-Tucson appeal and a namesake story. The hotel is dedicated to internal medicine doctor, Dr. Leo Kent, who relocated to Tucson from Chicago in 1946 with his wife and daughter. He contributed significantly to the local community and his legacy reflects his passion for serving others and empowering better lives. Check in for the heartwarming story; stay for the panoramic views of Southern Arizona, delicious dining at St. Cruz Restaurant and Bar and easy access to UofA via the convenient Sun Link Streetcar.
Distance to UofA: 2 miles.
For more information: www.marriott.com.
Graduate Tucson
Good vibes, history and Wildcat traditions await at Graduate Tucson. Walk out the door and within a few steps you are on the lawn of the university–yes, it’s that close. Enjoy sips from The Moonstone, Graduate Tucson’s rooftop bar with desert views. Fancy poolside r-n-r? Indulge in the hotel’s Dive In summer special and receive a tote full of pool essentials including koozie, sunglasses, suncare lotion and two drinks.
Distance to UofA: .3 miles.
For more information: graduatehotels.com/tucson.
Arizona Inn
Family owned and run since 1930, Arizona Inn is a historic landmark boutique hotel embracing the spirit of the Southwest. Upon arrival, guests feel a peaceful tranquility ignited by beauty and culture. Enjoy casita-style rooms and suites, sprawling gardens and a convenient location, just shy of two miles from UofA. Guests can hit the courts for a game of tennis, croquet and badminton, borrow a bike to explore the city and access the fitness center for a workout and recovery in the sauna.
Distance to UofA: 1.9 miles.
For more information: www.arizonainn.com.
Hotel Congress
Within every inch of Hotel Congress, built in 1919, is a story, a whisper of a time past and a whimsical design detail making for a most memorable stay in Tucson. The Cactus Garden is a private outdoor atrium only accessible to the hotel’s six Cactus Garden Rooms. If you like a lil’ uhn-tiss-uhn, book the Club Rooms, located over the club and vibrating with the electric nightlife vibes. For a once-in-a-lifetime thrill, book one of Hotel Congress’ Haunted Rooms.
Distance to UofA: 1.6 miles.
For more information: hotelcongress.com.
Hotel McCoy
Seeking a dreamy artsy hotel with neighborhood vibes that embraces the DNA of Tucson’s culinary scene? Look no further than Hotel McCoy. Enjoy vibrant murals around every corner, an onsite art gallery with Tucson artists and the convenience that the hotel is just a few miles from UofA. The beer the hotel serves is brewed down the street, the wine it pours is from Arizona wine country and the coffee in your cup is roasted in Tucson.
Distance to UofA: 4.7 miles.
For more information: hotelmccoy.com/tucson.
Adobe Rose Inn
Stay in the heart of the historic Sam Hughes neighborhood at The Adobe Rose Inn, just two blocks from the university. With only six rooms, this hotel near UofA feels like a comforting home away from home. Enjoy gourmet breakfasts, take a dip in the refreshing seasonal swimming pool and partake in upgrades, including fresh flowers and a cheese, charcuterie and fruit special with a bottle of wine or Prosecco delivered to your room.
Distance to UofA: 1.7 miles.
For more information: www.adoberoseinn.com.
The Tuxon
For a touch of classic Americana and a desert-modernist ambiance with plush bedding, check in to The Tuxon, a motor lodge-like hotel near UofA. Enjoy a prickly pear margarita or strawberry-mezcal margarita poolside. Special events include astronomy nights and bottomless mimosas–paired with live music–on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Plus, complimentary bike rentals are included in reservations.
Distance to UofA: 3 miles.
For more information: www.thetuxonhotel.com.
The Downtown Clifton
The Downtown Clifton was built in 1948 and offers a Wes Anderson cinematic vibe less than three miles from the university. In 2014, the vintage hotel near UofA was purchased and restored and, in 2019, opened an additional 22 rooms in a stylish Sonoran Moderne expansion. Sip a local beer in the Red Light Lounge and enjoy live music every fourth Saturday from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Distance to UofA: 2.3 miles.
For more information: downtowntucsonhotel.com.
Lodge on the Desert
Lodge on the Desert, an authentic Old Pueblo experience and boutique hotel only a few miles from UofA, offers charming hacienda-style accommodations. Wrap up in a terry-lined bathrobe for a little r-n-r, take a refreshing dip in the heated swimming pool and enjoy on-site dining at Cielos.
Distance to UofA: 3.5 miles.
For more information: lodgeonthedesert.com.