Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch ResortvsJW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa
Both properties are recommended by expert writers. Overall, Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch Resort is preferred by most professionals compared to JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa. Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch Resort comes in at 95 with praise from 11 publications such as The Telegraph, Oyster and Forbes Travel Guide.
Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch Resort Show All Reviews
5501 N. Hacienda Del Sol Rd., Tucson, AZ 85718
From $275/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"This 32-acre hideaway in the Santa Catalina Foothills is a charming and more intimate alternative to the larger resorts." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"This historic property is one of the few resorts in Tucson that has authentic old Arizona character." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Hammered-tin lamps and carved-beam ceilings add old-world atmosphere to this charming property." Full review
Gayot
"Set in the desert landscape of the Catalina foothills, Hacienda Del Sol was one of the original guest ranches in the Tucson area."
DK Eyewitness
"It is now a relaxing luxury resort with exquisite rooms decorated in warm Southwestern tones and Spanish Colonial design."
Jetsetter
"Historic Tucson resort with a spa, celebrated restaurant, Santa Catalina mountain views and miles of desert trails." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"A luxury, historic guest ranch resort with romantic old-west charm." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Having as a background the scenic Catalina Foothills in Tucson, Arizona and only miles away from Tucson’s vibrant downtown scene, Hacienda Del Sol is not just a hotel but a guest ranch and resort." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"The quiet service and style of Tucson’s Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch Resort are reminiscent of a genteel, bygone era." Full review
Frommer's
"With its colorful Southwest styling, historical character, mature cactus gardens, and ridge-top setting, Hacienda del Sol is one of Tucson’s most distinctive getaways" Full review
JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa
3800 W. Starr Pass Boulevard, Tucson, AZ 85745
From $159/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Set amid saguaro forests and mesquite groves in the Tucson Mountains (yet only 15 minutes from Downtown), this is the city's largest resort." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Big, luxurious, and loaded with activities, the JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa is a family- and business-friendly hotel located on the outskirts of west Tucson." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Set in Tucson Mountain Park, the JW Starr Pass Resort & Spa is southern Arizona’s largest resort, comprising 575 rooms on more than 330 acres." Full review
Gayot
"This property features 575 spacious guestrooms and 35 suites, as well as a number of recreational activities."
Star Service
"Southern Arizona's liveliest and largest business and leisure retreat...with all the commercial ingredients for success: luxurious spa, championship golf and the most comprehensive meeting space." Full review
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There is often a long wait for the valet when leaving the property (be sure to call down before you leave your room).
Jetsetter
"Striking family-friendly stay in Tucson Mountain Park, with multiple swimming pools and a sophisticated spa." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
"Starr Pass sets out to reflect the early Native American, Mexican and Spanish cultures as well as the Old West of ranching that lie under today's modern, vibrant Tucson community. " Full review
U.S. News & World Report
3.0
"Combines the peace and quiet of a secluded getaway with the convenience of a suburban location. Guests appreciate having plenty of opportunities to enjoy Tucson...hiking and mountain biking trails." Full review
Frommer's
"Set on the edge of Tucson Mountain Park, this sprawling resort on the far west side of Tucson is a golfers favorite but also makes a good choice for families and outdoorsy types" Full review