Lodge On The DesertvsEl Conquistador Tucson, A Hilton Resort
Both hotels are endorsed by professional reviewers. On balance, El Conquistador Tucson, a Hilton Resort is preferred by most writers compared to Lodge on the Desert. El Conquistador Tucson, a Hilton Resort comes in at 79 with praise from 5 publications such as Forbes Travel Guide, Fodor's and Frommer's.
Lodge On The Desert
306 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85711-2855
From $125/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"A charming hacienda-style hotel originally built in the 1930s has gotten a long-awaited face-lift and now offers modern comfort in an old-world setting." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The upper-middle-range Lodge on the Desert is a unique slice of Tucson, with a 75-plus-year history and an updated look that gives its historic rooms a modern feel." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Rooms in this gracefully aging 1930s resort are in hacienda-style casitas flanked by cacti and palm trees, and decorated in charmingly modern Southwest style." Full review
Rough Guide
"1930s adobe resort a couple of miles east of downtown, tastefully restored to resemble a Mexican hacienda, with large, comfortable rooms and a good restaurant."
Gayot
"Mature palm trees tower over the swimming pool, and there are lovely views of the Catalina Mountains off to the north."
Jetsetter
"Hacienda-style digs in historic Tucson with a pool, desert gardens and modern American eats." Full review
Frommer's
"The relaxing retreat looks a bit like a Mexican village, with narrow pathways winding between buildings. Guest rooms are in both hacienda-style adobe buildings, tucked amid cacti and orange trees." Full review
El Conquistador Tucson, A Hilton Resort
10000 North Oracle Road, Tucson, AZ 85704
From $101/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's
"A huge copper mural of cowboys and cacti, and a wide view of the Santa Catalina Mountains grace the lobby of this golf and tennis resort." Full review
Star Service
"Bordering the Coronado National Forest, 14 miles north of the city and 24 miles north of the airport, this is the largest golf resort in southern Arizona." Full review
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Mountain views are worth the extra price, or better yet, ask for an upgrade to one.
Gayot
"This hotel is set on 500 acres of landscaped desert grounds. ... Tastefully decorated...the hotel's claim to fame is possession of the largest resort convention space in the city."
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"Immerse yourself in nature at Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf & Tennis Resort." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The 428-room El Conquistador Tucson, a Hilton Resort is a large, upscale property popular with all types of travelers." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
12.0
"Boasts beautiful desert views and impressive facilities. Guest rooms here come complete with private patios or balconies and signature Serenity furnishings. " Full review
Frommer's
"Although El Conquistador is a bit out of the way, the view of the Santa Catalina Mountains rising behind the property makes this northern foothills resort one of my favorites in Tucson." Full review
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Be sure to ask for a mountain-view room.