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A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of the outside.

A compact living space with a sofa, a small table, a kitchen area with a refrigerator and microwave, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a seating area with a fur throw, and a wall with circular cutouts.

A modern lounge with leather chairs, a round table, a lamp, and a colorful abstract painting on the wall.

1. 3 Palms Tucson North Foothills

18 km from Desert Discovery Center

Madison

￥7,630

￥9,342 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A pool area with lounge chairs and a building with a sign that reads "No Diving Allowed".

Two individuals in white robes with "Hotel McCoy" text, standing in a bathroom with a mirror, vanity, and toiletries.

Two people in white robes sitting on a bed with a magazine, a pillow, and a cup.

A gym with a treadmill, exercise bike, and weight machines.

2. Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine

14.3 km from Desert Discovery Center

Ludmila

￥11,999

￥13,804 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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.

A modern coffee station with branded dispensers, a counter with a digital screen, and a view of the city through large windows.

3. Comfort Suites At Tucson Mall

14.7 km from Desert Discovery Center

Adrian

￥15,265

￥17,563 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

A compact kitchen with a microwave, dishwasher, and a small dining area with a chair.

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

4. LivAway Suites Tucson

South Park, 18.1 km from Desert Discovery Center

Emerick

￥10,736

￥12,352 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

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

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

A clean, well-organized snack and sundries section with a variety of packaged snacks and beverages, a chalkboard sign welcoming visitors, and a decorative wall with a circular sign indicating the treats available.

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson-Mall

Casas Adobes, 16.3 km from Desert Discovery Center

Victoria

￥16,033

￥17,964 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a kitchenette, and a TV.

A pool area with a modern building, palm trees, and outdoor seating.

A modern kitchen area with a large island, seating for 8, and a popcorn machine.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Best Western' sign, multiple entry points, and a well-lit entrance.

6. Best Western InnSuites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites

Casas Adobes, 16.6 km from Desert Discovery Center

Brian

￥10,468

￥11,729 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tucson Mall by IHG

16.2 km from Desert Discovery Center

MARISOL

￥15,217

￥17,507 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A poolside area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a pool.

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.

8. The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western

17 km from Desert Discovery Center

Eric

￥14,080

￥16,198 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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 bar area, seating, and a television.

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

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

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson Marana

16 km from Desert Discovery Center

Stephen

￥17,381

￥19,909 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.

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

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

14.1 km from Desert Discovery Center

Timothy

￥11,578

￥13,263 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in oven, a microwave, and a large flat-screen TV.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

A modern hotel room with a wooden dining table, metal chairs, a green accent wall, a bed with a striped pillow, and a large window.

11. Woodspring Suites Tucson South

South Park, 17.7 km from Desert Discovery Center

Jesus

￥11,061

￥12,727 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and string lights.

A hotel with a central entrance, stone pillars, and a flat roof.

A staircase with a wooden railing, a seating area with a blue sofa and a wooden table, a wall with a stone fireplace, and a shelf with decorative items and plants.

A modern cafe with blue cabinets, wooden tables, and a large TV screen displaying 'Country Inn & Suites'.

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tucson City Center, AZ

13.4 km from Desert Discovery Center

Ruben

￥14,686

￥18,720 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various flowers and palm trees.

A patio area with blue lounge chairs, a wooden pergola, and a yellow umbrella.

A library with bookshelves, a reading table, a red armchair, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a wooden bench, a desk, and a chair.

13. Arizona Inn

Blenman-Elm, 17.5 km from Desert Discovery Center

Mary

￥28,402

￥37,222 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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.

A University Inn sign at a gas station with a sunset sky.

14. University Inn

14.5 km from Desert Discovery Center

Michael

￥10,637

￥13,119 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A hotel corridor with vending machines, including an ice dispenser and a cold drink machine.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, a window with curtains, and a ceiling light.

A white electric vehicle parked in a lot with a building in the background.

A hotel with a pool, parking lot, and a view of mountains.

15. Red Roof Inn Tucson North - Marana

Cortaro, 12.3 km from Desert Discovery Center

Victoria

￥9,842

￥11,274 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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.

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

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

A modern hotel with a flat facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.

16. SpringHill Suites Tucson at The Bridges

South Park, 17.9 km from Desert Discovery Center

Catherine Joy

￥20,749

￥23,871 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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.

17. voco The Tuxon by IHG

Menlo Park, 14 km from Desert Discovery Center

Marilyn

￥14,364

￥16,525 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies and a prominent entrance with lighting.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, orange patterned pillows, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

A modern kitchen with a central island, dark cabinetry, and a hanging light fixture.

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, including sofas and tables, and large umbrellas providing shade.

18. WaterWalk Extended Stay by Wyndham Tucson

South Park, 16.8 km from Desert Discovery Center

Charie

￥21,962

￥25,268 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a wooden table, a TV, and a hallway leading to a bedroom.

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

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and well-lit signage.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tucson North – Marana by IHG

Cortaro, 13.6 km from Desert Discovery Center

Stephen

￥17,436

￥19,972 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a mix of stone and wood paneling, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

An outdoor patio with stone pillars, tables, and chairs, overlooking a desert landscape with mountains.

20. My Place Hotel-Tucson South AZ

15.1 km from Desert Discovery Center

Bruce

￥12,968

￥14,920 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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Compare popular hotels close to Desert Discovery Center

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills	9.2 Wonderful 7,190 reviews	View
Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine	9.4 Exceptional 3,407 reviews	View
Comfort Suites At Tucson Mall	9.2 Wonderful 1,190 reviews	View
LivAway Suites Tucson	9.2 Wonderful 202 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson-Mall	9.2 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View

Top Desert Discovery Center Hotel Reviews

Ladera Vistas - Available for Christmas - Panoramic Views, Heated Infinity Pool

10/10 Excellent

"This property is absolutely spectacular and completely matches the photos. It was perfect for our visit to U of A and we stayed with some other parents who are friends. It was perfect to return to each afternoon and enjoy the patio, pool, hot tub, and grill dinner. Ron was a fantastic host and made sure we had everything we needed. I highly recommend it!"

Fabulous Luxury Home on Quiet 2 acres

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic! House was perfect for our parents weekend trip and exactly as marketed. Entire process start to finish was 5, they were super communicative and our girls loved the pool / amenities. TY very much! We’ll definitely book again."

Mountain Home Pool VIEWS Garage FUN Backyard Spacious Private Close to UofA

10/10 Excellent

"This was a terrific find for a vacation: spacious, clean, a wonderful pool, great views---it had it all and then some. Helpful and flexible host who helped us with a glitch or two that we had. Thank you very much!"

Historic Stone Sunset Sunrise Mountain View Cabin

10/10 Excellent

"Loved our stay!"

Saguaro Canyon - Luxury Desert Escape with 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!"

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."

Elegant West Side Mountain Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay for my wife and I, 4 kids from 13-20, and my parents. Beautiful property, wonderful pool, and convenient west side location. Host was accommodating and very helpful/responsive."

Historic Dude Ranch Rustic Cowboy Cabin Desert Experience

10/10 Excellent

"beautiful large rooms with full kitchen and good bed!!! We enjoyed the privacy and loved it."

Other attractions near Desert Discovery Center

A rustic sign with 'Old Tucson' and a Western theme, surrounded by desert scenery and wooden buildings.

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 113 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 113 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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1. 3 Palms Tucson North Foothills

2. Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine

3. Comfort Suites At Tucson Mall

4. LivAway Suites Tucson

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson-Mall

6. Best Western InnSuites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tucson Mall by IHG

8. The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson Marana

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

11. Woodspring Suites Tucson South

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tucson City Center, AZ

13. Arizona Inn

14. University Inn

15. Red Roof Inn Tucson North - Marana

16. SpringHill Suites Tucson at The Bridges

17. voco The Tuxon by IHG

18. WaterWalk Extended Stay by Wyndham Tucson

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tucson North – Marana by IHG

20. My Place Hotel-Tucson South AZ

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Top Desert Discovery Center Hotel Reviews

Ladera Vistas - Available for Christmas - Panoramic Views, Heated Infinity Pool

Fabulous Luxury Home on Quiet 2 acres

Mountain Home Pool VIEWS Garage FUN Backyard Spacious Private Close to UofA

Historic Stone Sunset Sunrise Mountain View Cabin

Saguaro Canyon - Luxury Desert Escape with Pool-Spa & Stunning Views

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

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

Elegant West Side Mountain Retreat

Historic Dude Ranch Rustic Cowboy Cabin Desert Experience

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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