Tanque Verde RanchvsWestward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Both hotels are rated very highly by professionals. Overall, Tanque Verde Ranch is preferred by most writers compared to Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa. Tanque Verde Ranch comes in at 85 with praise from 8 sources such as Star Service, Oyster and Gayot.
Tanque Verde Ranch 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
Oyster
Upper-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 Telegraph
8.0
"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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"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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Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
245 East Ina Road, Tucson, AZ 85704
From $108/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide
"Fancy but very affordable resort, in attractive landscaped grounds north of the city, which retains its atmospheric 1912 core while modernized to eco-friendly standards."
Michelin Guide
"An artful cross between a guest ranch and a leisure resort, the comfy casitas here line a ridge beneath the Santa Catalina Mountains."
Gayot
"Its adobe accommodations, western decor, 80 acres of desert landscape, tremendous views and respected heritage attract guests seeking a less hyped-up resort experience."
Jetsetter
"Thoroughly modernized former dude ranch with 80 acres of grounds in the hills of the Sonoran Desert that still have their own riding trails." Full review
Fodor's
"This laid-back lodging with gorgeous city views and desert gardens has Southwestern character and all the amenities you expect at a major resort." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
13.0
"Nirvana for nature lovers, the 80-acre Westward Look Wyndham encompass numerous hiking, biking and horseback riding trails." Full review
Frommer's
"The large guest rooms have a southwestern flavor and private patios or balconies with city views...if you aren’t a golfer but do enjoy resort amenities, this is one of your best bets in Tucson. " Full review
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For the ultimate in Southwest luxury, opt for one of the stargazer spa suites, which have outdoor hot tubs.