Arizona Inn

Hotels
9.1 (430 reviews)
2200 E Elm St , Tucson , UNITED STATES
520-325-1541
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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

On-Site Concierge
Resort Bicycles
Lawn Games
Resort Pool
Fitness Center
Clay Tennis Courts
Wedding & Event Venues
Main Dining Room
Audubon Bar & Patio
Fireside Library
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful grounds, gardens and pathways
Excellent and attentive staff/service
Strong amenities (pool, tennis courts, upgraded gym)
Comfortable, large and quiet rooms with good beds
High-quality restaurant/food
Historic charm and tranquil location
Free parking and convenient location
Library coffee/tea and poolside service
Cons:
Ongoing construction/renovation causing noise (jackhammers) and temporary closures
Some rooms noted musty smells
Some furniture and room decor feel dated and could use updating
Lounge/piano bar temporarily unavailable during renovations

Categories

Cleanliness
8.7
Generally clean grounds and well-kept public spaces; a few guests noted a musty odor in rooms and construction can cause dust/noise so cleanliness is slightly impacted.
Service
9.4
Multiple mentions of marvelous/excellent staff and attentive but unobtrusive service; consistently praised by long-term guests.
Location
9.4
Very favorable: quiet side street, close to the University and central for Tucson — described as a peaceful oasis in town with gorgeous grounds and convenient location.
Room Quality
8.8
Rooms described as large, quiet, very comfortable beds/pillows and soundproof, but some furnishings are dated and a few guests mentioned musty smells or need for updates.
Amenities
9.3
Strong amenities: fantastic pool, tennis courts, expanded/upgraded gym, poolside service and library coffee/tea — lounge was under renovation during some stays.
Value for Money
9
Long-term repeat guests and lower summer prices suggest good value; value slightly affected during renovation periods when some outlets/amenities were limited.
Food and Beverage
9.2
Restaurant repeatedly called excellent with great food; during renovations the menu was simplified but still tasty and breakfast/coffee service is available.
Overall Experience
9
Overall very positive: beautiful historic property, excellent service and comfortable rooms; experience tempered at times by on-site construction/renovation noise and some outdated furniture.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-10-30 20:30

Property Description

A Tucson legacy since 1930, Arizona Inn has stood as Tucson's cherished haven for nearly a century. Within a collection of 90 casita-style rooms and suites set across 14 desert garden acres, garden paths lead to private entrances, where sunlit interiors and thoughtful details create spaces of comfort and calm. Each accommodation reflects Southwestern character and enduring design, offering a retreat defined by grace, ease, and timeless hospitality. The Inn offers a resort pool, clay tennis courts, a 24-hour fitness center, a fireside library, the Main Dining Room, the Audubon Bar & Patio, and The Spa.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: TUS

Property Policies

  • Check-in / check-out

    Check-in from 16:00:00, check-out until 12:00:00.

  • Minimum age

    Guests must be at least 21 years old to check in.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed; charges may apply.

  • Extra bed

    Extra bed available for ages 0–None: 25 per night.

  • Cot

    Cot available for ages 0–2: free.

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 430 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.7
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 9.3
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 9.2
Overall Experience: 9
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Pilar • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

This place was absolutely gorgeous and tranquil. Beautiful grounds and architecture, and excellent rooms, dining, and staff! (Room was also huge with a walk-in closet.)

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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shoshana • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

The grounds are beautiful. The restaurant food is great. The service was marvelous.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Johanna • family_with_children • nl
9
Fantastic
Pros:

Old english feeling. Nice rooms, coffee & tea in the library 6-10 in the morning. Fantastic pool. Tennis courts

Cons:

All good. Even better when maintenance is finished

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Richard • family_with_children • us
9
Needs renovation
Pros:

Colorful pleasant

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • us
9
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Doris • couple • us
10
Beautiful old traditional charm with gorgeous grounds
Pros:

I loved all the grounds, flowers, gardens, pathways and location, restaurants and ambiance. Very beautiful gem of a place. Very old school, traditional aesthetic and ambiance with a hint of classic luxury.

Cons:

I have no real complaints? Maybe they could update some of the furniture in the rooms?

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Mia • couple • us
10
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Riverdrill • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Age and history

Cons:

Construction

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Betsy • couple • us
10
A peaceful oasis in the center of town
Pros:

We always stay here when we visit Tucson because we love this place. It's a quiet, peaceful oasis in town. The restaurant is excellent, and the grounds are beautiful.

Cons:

It will be better after the construction is completed.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Terry • solo_traveller • us
10
I have been coming to the Arizona in for over 20 years and it is always beautiful, welcoming
Pros:

did not have breakfast

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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sophia • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Revis • couple • us
9
Arizona Inn continues its traditions
Pros:

Located close to the University of Arizona on a quiet side street is the iconic Arizona Inn, built in the 1930’s occupying an entire city block (walled grounds). It was owned and operated by a single family until 2025 when it was acquired by a local group of investors that includes Steve Kerr a former Arizona wildcat standout and current coach of the NBA Gloden State Warriors. The good news is they are dedicated to keeping the Inn’s unique features intact while undertaking some important upgrades.
This is our ~ 10th visit over a twenty-year period always in the summer when there are fewer guests and lower prices. To date our stays have never been a disappointment. The support staff consists of a number of local students and is impressive in their understanding that the clientele appreciates attentive but not obsequious service.
During this stay the Inn was under renovation, but the accommodations made were most acceptable. The main dining menu which has been a historical highlight was operating with simplified but tasty offerings. Sadly, the lounge and piano bar (a favorite) were under full renovation so no lounge lizard activities were available. The NY Times is delivered and available daily with your morning coffee. The pool area was unchanged, pool side service available starting at 1000h. The gym has been expanded and upgraded.
The beds/pillows and room are extremely comfortable, the rooms highly soundproof for an excellent night’s sleep. A throwback to another era is that suites have a full-sized bathtub and shower combination. The high-speed internet performs flawlessly. Coffee is available starting at 0600h…breakfast at 0730h. Free parking is available across the street from the Inn.

Cons:

There are no significant negatives for this property. With the upcoming upgrades the good should only get better.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • us
10
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Tara • solo_traveller • us
8
Great property! I would definitely stay here again, unless there was construction going on.
Pros:

Beautiful property with great location. Staff were excellent. Rooms were very large and quiet.

Cons:

I was unaware when I booked this facility that there was construction going on. Jackhammer’s were being used the entirety of time I was at breakfast, which was very annoying. Apparently, they are redoing the lobby area.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Bradley • couple • us
9
Lively stay. Beautiful property!
Pros:

Beautiful property They said they were doing upgrades. Hopefully they keep the vintage charm.

Cons:

Rooms smelled a bit musty.

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Woody • solo_traveller • us
9
Great dinner and slumber
Pros:

Staff

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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gregory • couple • us
10
Awesome great clean fun stay!
Pros:

Everything about this place was great—no complaints!

Cons:

We liked everything!

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • at
9
Sehr angenehme Unterkunft
Pros:

Gute Lage, komfortable Zimmer, schöne Gartengestaltung , zuvorkommender Service am Pool und im Restaurant, sehr gutes Frühstück und feines Abendessen

Cons:

Die neuen Ventilatoren auf der Terrasse des Restaurants sind viel zu laut und beim Essen möchte ich auch nicht mit Wassernebel besprüht werden

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Rowena • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee