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JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & SpavsTanque Verde Ranch
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers. Overall, Tanque Verde Ranch scores slightly higher than JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa. Tanque Verde Ranch is ranked #7 in Tucson with approval from 8 sources such as Gayot, Travel + Leisure and Star Service.
JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa
Fodor's
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
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Jetsetter
Forbes Travel Guide
U.S. News & World Report
Frommer's
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
OysterUpscale
"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 Report3.0
"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
Tanque Verde Ranch Fodor's Oyster Travel + Leisure
Rough Guide Star Service Gayot
Condé Nast Traveler
The Telegraph
Bon Appétit Travel + Leisure Show All Reviews
14301 East Speedway Road, Tucson, AZ 85748
From $365/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "The most upscale of Tucson's guest ranches and one of the oldest in the country, the Tanque Verde sits on 640 beautiful acres in the Rincon Mountains next to Saguaro National Park East." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"This rustic, all-inclusive resort is a quintessential Western dude ranch surrounded by miles of gorgeous mountains and desert." Full review
Travel + Leisure "An upscale, 60,000-acre resort near Tucson, Tanque Verde is best visited in spring or fall, when temperatures are cooler and the desert more lush." Full review
Rough Guide "Arizona most authentic dude ranch, an irresistibly romantic, 400-acre spread adjoining Saguaro National Park twenty miles east of downtown."
Star Service "The pool is a resort-worthy plunge with water features, while the attractive accommodations provide all of the conveniences of home and beaucoup backcountry elegance." Full review
Gayot "This authentic dude ranch, complete with real cowboys and more than 200 horses, offers a comfortable guest ranch experience for those primarily interested in horseback riding."
Condé Nast Traveler "60,000 acres are probably enough to get your mountain adventure on at this premier Dude Ranch." Full review
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All skill levels welcome for horseback riding, but non-cowboys can choose from a wealth of other activities.
The Telegraph8.0
"Experience the old west from the saddle of well-trained steed at this all-inclusive guest ranch in a fascinating desert ecosystem." Full review
Bon Appétit "If you want a quintessential Southwestern cowboy experience, this dude ranch provides it with unmatched polish."
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Travel + Leisure "At Tanque Verde Ranch, Tucson's old-style dude ranch, you can gather prickly pears during the Prickly Pear Harvest from August 14-31, and then reward yourself with a luscious pink prickly pear margarita"
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