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Loews Ventana Canyon ResortvsThe Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa
Both properties are recommended by professionals. On balance, Westin La Paloma Resort and Spa ranks marginally higher than Loews Ventana Canyon Resort. Westin La Paloma Resort and Spa comes in at #6 in Tucson with accolades from 8 sources including Oyster, Gayot and Star Service.
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Fodor's
Oyster
Rough Guide
Gayot
Travel + Leisure
Jetsetter
Star Service
Condé Nast Traveler
U.S. News & World Report
Frommer's
7000 North Resort Drive, Tucson, AZ 85750
From $121/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's "This is one of the most luxurious and prettiest of the big resorts, with dramatic stone architecture and an 80-foot waterfall cascading down the mountains." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The Loews Ventana Canyon Resort is located right at the foot of the Santa Catalina Mountains, and the views are terrific." Full review
Rough Guide "Grand red-brick resort, reaching majestically across a hundred acres at the foot of the Santa Catalina mountains northeast of the city, with its own on-site waterfall."
Gayot "This resort is just five minutes by foot from trails leading into the untouched wilderness of Ventana Canyon."
Travel + Leisure "Enveloped by the Santa Catalina Mountains and backed by a waterfall, the 371-room Loews is a serene spot where, paradoxically, there's plenty to do." Full review
Jetsetter "This Arizona hideaway beckons hikers, bikers and horse riders, but don't confuse it with a dude ranch. Ventana delivers sophistication with its art collection." Full review
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Be sure to ask the concierge when local musicians will be on stage.
Star Service "It takes a back seat to Miraval, but overall this is a wonderful, well-rounded retreat, and families and even couples will find fun and romance in this exceptionally picturesque setting." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Nestled in the foothills of the glorious Santa Catalina mountains, Ventana Canyon serves up wildlife, waterfalls, and for those preferring more manicured nature: two Fazio-designed golf courses." Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"Home to 398 spacious guest rooms, each with its own balcony with sweeping desert mountain views...many praise the resort for its two sprawling pools, as well as its Lakeside Spa Fitness center." Full review
Frommer's "With two fabled desert-style golf courses out the front door and a national forest trail out the back, this luxurious resort is a great choice for both golfers and hikers" Full review
The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa Fodor's Oyster Star Service Gayot
Afar Magazine Travel + Leisure
Where
The Telegraph U.S. News & World Report Frommer's Show All Reviews
3800 East Sunrise Drive, Tucson, AZ 85718
From $127/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's "Popular with business travelers and families, this sprawling resort has grand views of the Santa Catalina Mountains above and the city below." Full review
OysterUpscale
"In addition to beautiful surroundings, this upscale resort offers numerous amenities that include three golf courses, five pools, and 10 tennis courts." Full review
Star Service "For leisure guests, the centerpiece is the lagoon-style pool with waterfalls, natural rock landscaping, ponds, a 177-ft sidewinder waterslide and a swim-up bar." Full review
Gayot "Three immense arches greet visitors upon arrival, and the lobby is cavernous with immense picture windows overlooking the mountains."
Afar Magazine "Refined elegance, century old cacti and Santa Catalina mountains create a unique ambience while offering award-winning golf, spa and dining." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Family-oriented Mission Revival resort in the Santa Catalina foothills with over-the-top amenities, such as a 177-foot waterslide, and a celebrated 27-hole Jack Nicklaus golf course." Full review
Where "Resort guests have access to three nines—Canyon, Hill, Ridge—of Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Located in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains, The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa boasts a backyard worth bragging about." Full review
U.S. News & World Report5.0
"Sure, this resort in Tucson, Arizona's Sonoran Foothills has the usual golf course (27 holes designed by PGA pro Jack Nicklaus), spa and gourmet dining (four restaurants, to be exact)." Full review
Frommer's "If grand scale is what you’re looking for, this is the place. Everything about the Westin La Paloma is big—big portico, big lobby, big pool area...there are big views." Full review
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Couples should opt for the king rooms (ask for a mountain or golf-course view if you don’t mind spending a bit more).
