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A modern building with a sign reading "LIVAWAY SUITES" and a covered entrance area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

A laundry room with multiple washing machines, wooden flooring, and recessed ceiling lights.

1. LivAway Suites Tucson

South Park, 18.1 km from Desert Discovery Center

Emerick

￥10,812

￥12,439 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a TV, and a cart.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

A Comfort Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance, multiple parking spaces, and a well-maintained exterior.

A modern hotel lobby with a grey sofa, two yellow armchairs, a white coffee table, a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden panel, and a bar area with various amenities.

2. Comfort Suites At Tucson Mall

14.7 km from Desert Discovery Center

Gabriel

￥15,241

￥17,536 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, exposed beams, and a mix of seating areas including a long communal table and individual chairs.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large mirror.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating area with a sofa and armchairs.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a red umbrella, a fountain, and potted plants.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson-Mall

Casas Adobes, 16.3 km from Desert Discovery Center

Michel

￥18,040

￥20,214 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A hotel room with two beds, a modern abstract wall art, a blue accent wall, and a wooden floor.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, and a coffee machine.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a sign that reads "LIVERTY 1st", and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a minibar, and a refrigerator.

4. University Inn

14.5 km from Desert Discovery Center

Nathalie

￥10,321

￥12,758 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio with a long table and wicker chairs, overlooking a historic church with two bell towers.

A modern hotel kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel lobby with a large window, comfortable seating, a TV, and a geometric wall design.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a covered patio and a building with a modern design.

5. Home2 Suites BY Hilton Tucson Downtown

Downtown Tucson, 14.7 km from Desert Discovery Center

Julie

￥18,040

￥20,756 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

An outdoor patio with stone pillars, a table and chairs, and a grill.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a kitchenette, and a framed picture on the wall.

6. My Place Hotel-Tucson North/Marana/Cortaro, AZ

14.1 km from Desert Discovery Center

Timothy

￥13,105

￥15,013 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A restaurant with wooden flooring, bar seating, and a mural on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two armchairs, a small round table, and a bed.

A restaurant interior with wooden flooring, green chairs, a bar area with red lighting, and a green wall with plants.

A bar area with multiple seating options including bar stools and a sofa, a bar counter with various bottles, and a large plant in the corner.

7. Unicorn Zebra

Downtown Tucson, 14.6 km from Desert Discovery Center

Kimberly

￥16,188

￥18,624 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A spacious lobby with a large sofa, armchairs, a round rug, and a grand staircase.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a window with curtains, and a view of a building outside.

A lobby with a fireplace, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a large plant.

A hotel hallway with carpeted floors, wooden doors, and a long corridor.

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tucson Mall by IHG

16.2 km from Desert Discovery Center

MARISOL

￥14,561

￥16,752 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and a sign reading "TUXON".

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

An outdoor seating area with chairs and tables, potted plants, and a wooden ceiling.

A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a view of an outdoor pool area.

9. voco The Tuxon by IHG

Menlo Park, 14 km from Desert Discovery Center

Lisa

￥14,719

￥16,934 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa and armchairs, a dining table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and a small sink. There is a bulletin board on the wall and a door with a carpeted floor.

A reception area with a desk, two armchairs, a lamp, and a mirror.

A multi-story building with a landscaped garden area featuring shrubs and trees.

10. Candlewood Suites Tucson by IHG

13.1 km from Desert Discovery Center

James

￥17,726

￥19,862 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A spacious hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a large window with red curtains.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a coffee station, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a television.

A modern bathroom with a sink, mirror, and wooden cabinets.

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson Marana

16 km from Desert Discovery Center

Gary

￥18,638

￥21,349 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious living room with a sofa, chairs, a TV, and a table.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a coffee station, and a large window providing natural light.

A pool area with two hot tubs, palm trees, and a covered seating area.

12. Comfort Inn & Suites North Tucson - Marana

13.7 km from Desert Discovery Center

Nicholas

￥15,827

￥18,129 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious interior with a staircase, multiple hanging rattan chandeliers, and a modern design aesthetic.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, multiple light fixtures, and two potted plants.

A spacious indoor area with a stone accent wall, wooden furniture, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern outdoor living area with a stone facade, a red sofa, a fire pit, and outdoor furniture.

13. The Eddy Hotel Tucson, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

Catalina Foothills, 18.2 km from Desert Discovery Center

Stephanie

￥23,297

￥26,105 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious living area with a large orange sofa, wooden flooring, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and shelves.

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a large window with a view.

The Kennedy Hotel with a white facade, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV, and a large bed.

14. The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western

17 km from Desert Discovery Center

Guillermo

￥13,817

￥15,896 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern hotel lobby with a red sofa, multiple armchairs, a glass coffee table, a TV mounted on a wall, and a large window with a cityscape view.

A self-service breakfast area with a coffee machine, toaster, and refrigerated display case.

A Best Western hotel with a covered entrance, a parking lot, and a sunset sky.

A reception area with a marble counter, decorative wall art, and a clear sign indicating a staff-only area.

15. Best Western Gold Poppy Inn

12.2 km from Desert Discovery Center

Sarah

￥14,623

￥16,751 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel bathroom with a white tiled wall, a large mirror, a sink, and a shower area.

A modern living room with a blue armchair, an orange sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window with blinds.

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a cactus painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a wooden coffee table, a potted plant, and a blue chair.

16. The Alice Hotel

14.1 km from Desert Discovery Center

Alejandro

￥10,563

￥13,690 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, four stools, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window providing natural light.

An outdoor patio area with modern seating, a stone wall, and large windows.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a coffee machine.

17. SpringHill Suites Tucson at The Bridges

South Park, 17.9 km from Desert Discovery Center

Catherine Joy

￥18,027

￥20,740 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a seating area with sofas and tables.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a bookshelf, and a large window.

A modern building with large windows and a green-lit interior.

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Tucson Downtown Convention Center

Downtown Tucson, 14.5 km from Desert Discovery Center

Clayton

￥19,597

￥22,546 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern restaurant with long wooden tables and black chairs, a bar area with a counter, and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel with a prominent sign reading "HYATT PLACE".

A woman in a yellow dress sitting by a pool with wicker chairs and a white table with a vase of flowers.

A hotel room with a sectional sofa, a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a framed abstract artwork, and a wooden panel wall.

19. Hyatt Place Tucson – Central

12.3 km from Desert Discovery Center

Amado

￥15,954

￥18,355 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A hotel with a prominent neon sign reading "Graduate Hotels" and a brick facade.

A rooftop lounge with a city view, furnished with sofas and a central fire feature.

20. Graduate by Hilton Tucson

West University, 15.8 km from Desert Discovery Center

DEREKKENJI

￥23,750

￥27,325 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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Top Desert Discovery Center Hotel Reviews

Ladera Vistas - Panoramic Views, Heated Infinity Pool-Spa, Access to Hiking

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely stunning view of Tucson mountains and saguaros. The house is fantastic for group gatherings, and Ron was a very communicative and caring host. Nearby hikes and J.W. Marriott resort were bonuses! The kitchen was fully outfitted, a huge blessing when cooking for a bigger group and not wanting to go out to eat a whole lot. We had a really great time!"

Starr Pass Golf Suites

10/10 Excellent

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JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was amazing and honestly was one of the best rooms and best experiences I’ve ever had"

Saguaro Canyon - Luxury Desert Escape w Heated Pool-Spa & Stunning Views

10/10 Excellent

"This property has tremendous views and great amenities. Makes it very easy to spend time outdoors. Very responsive property manager, and just a good experience. I would recommend this property, as we had a great time!"

4BR Home w/ Mountain Views, Pool, Spa, Firepit & Gazebo

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay and property a real oasis and super back yard"

Hollywood Hills of Tucson: 20 Acres, Pool, Hot Tub

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful views, everything you need in the house, comfortable beds and couches! We loved everything about our trip!!"

Casa de Oro: 360° Desert Views, Pool & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"This house was perfect… clean, well stocked with towels and kitchen supplies and appliances, comfortable, and so many fun things to do. We loved the pool, hot tub, and the billiards table. Lots of pool toys were available. Great location- easy access to a national park, hiking trails, shops, and restaurants. The sunsets from the back yard were unbelievably beautiful."

Sonoran Sky Escape - 360 views - Heated Pool Option

10/10 Excellent

"Donovan was everything expected of a host. He was communicative, always responding quickly and resolving my questions. The property was like being in my own home. All the furnishings were comfortable and clean. I’ve been in many VRBO’s, and this was one of the cleanest. His cleaners are meticulous. The back yard is AMAZING. The view both day and night is beautiful. We were there to visit family and there there was something for everyone to do. The kitchen worked for me and we had a lot of visitors for brunch. I found everything I needed. Thank you Donovan. I thank you and my family thanks you for hosting your home. I will rent again and recommend it."

Fabulous Luxury Home on Quiet 2 acres

8/10 Good

"House was great. Back bedroom needs help with Ac. Comfort level of beds in the back two rooms not good. Back bedroom also needed carpet cleaned better. There was a needle in the carpet that was stepped on by one of us. Host ensured they would clean carpets. House was well stocked and comfortable."

Other attractions near Desert Discovery Center

A rustic building with a wooden porch and a sign reading "The Last Outpost."

Old Tucson Studios

8.2/10 (987 reviews)

This Western movie studio and theme park with rides, gunfights and stunt shows has been the setting for hundreds of Hollywood productions.

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Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

9.2/10 (2,312 reviews)

Encounter wolves, rattlesnakes, coyotes, bighorn sheep and rare plant species at this living museum in the desert.

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Tucson Mountains

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tucson Mountains during your travels in Tucson.

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Golden Gate Mountain

Explore the great outdoors at Golden Gate Mountain and enjoy the desert landscapes during your trip to Tucson. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.

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Labyrinth Garden

Enjoy an outing to Labyrinth Garden during your stay in Tucson.

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Wasson Peak

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Wasson Peak during your travels in Tucson. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene.

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Cactus Garden Trail

You can take time to visit Cactus Garden Trail during your travels to Tucson. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's desert landscapes.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Desert Discovery Center?

Desert Discovery Center is located in a welcoming area of Tucson known for its array of dining options. You'll find 116 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Desert Discovery Center?

JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Desert Discovery Center. Another good choice is La Puerta Azul- Stunning Desert Retreat; Pool/Spa, located 4.5 mi (7.2 km) away.

How many hotels will I find near Desert Discovery Center?

Expedia has 116 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Desert Discovery Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Desert Discovery Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Desert Discovery Center.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Desert Discovery Center?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Desert Discovery Center, click here.

What can I see and do near Desert Discovery Center?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Sweetwater Preserve and Red Hills Visitor Center. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Old Tucson Studios, Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, and Labyrinth Garden. Tucson Mountains, Golden Gate Loop Trail, and Golden Gate Mountain are beautiful places to appreciate nature.

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Our top choices for Desert Discovery Center hotels

1. LivAway Suites Tucson

2. Comfort Suites At Tucson Mall

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson-Mall

4. University Inn

5. Home2 Suites BY Hilton Tucson Downtown

6. My Place Hotel-Tucson North/Marana/Cortaro, AZ

7. Unicorn Zebra

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tucson Mall by IHG

9. voco The Tuxon by IHG

10. Candlewood Suites Tucson by IHG

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson Marana

12. Comfort Inn & Suites North Tucson - Marana

13. The Eddy Hotel Tucson, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

14. The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western

15. Best Western Gold Poppy Inn

16. The Alice Hotel

17. SpringHill Suites Tucson at The Bridges

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Tucson Downtown Convention Center

19. Hyatt Place Tucson – Central

20. Graduate by Hilton Tucson

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Top Desert Discovery Center Hotel Reviews

Ladera Vistas - Panoramic Views, Heated Infinity Pool-Spa, Access to Hiking

Starr Pass Golf Suites

JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort and Spa

Saguaro Canyon - Luxury Desert Escape w Heated Pool-Spa & Stunning Views

4BR Home w/ Mountain Views, Pool, Spa, Firepit & Gazebo

Hollywood Hills of Tucson: 20 Acres, Pool, Hot Tub

Casa de Oro: 360° Desert Views, Pool & Spa

Sonoran Sky Escape - 360 views - Heated Pool Option

Fabulous Luxury Home on Quiet 2 acres

Other attractions near Desert Discovery Center

Old Tucson Studios

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Tucson Mountains

Golden Gate Mountain

Labyrinth Garden

Wasson Peak

Cactus Garden Trail

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