Lodge On The DesertvsJW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa
Both hotels are rated very highly by expert writers. Overall, JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa ranks slightly better than Lodge on the Desert. JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa comes in at 81 with positive reviews from 7 reviewers including Oyster, Forbes Travel Guide and Jetsetter.
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
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