Places to stay near Saguaro National Park

The Zendo Oasis. Your Private Resort in Tucson.

Discover the Zendo Oasis, your private resort in midtown Tucson. Don't settle for a sterile hotel room that can cost hundreds more. The Zendo offers a retreat atmosphere that will impress. Exercise in our full gym and luxuriate in a hot stone sauna! After, jump in the pool! Sip wine while enjoying evenings around a chiminea under starlit skies. Lounge by the pool in the sun or shade on the deck or under louvered patios. The Zendo is close to the UA and downtown. Book now and escape the ordinary!

West-side Trailhead Retreat in the Sonoran Desert

2017 guest house in Tucson Mountain foothills adjacent to Sweetwater Preserve (14+ mi.s of trails: mountain biking, horseback, running, & hiking)! Enjoy the giant soaking tub, BBQ grill, sunsets & patio. A full kitchen, sitting area, bath & BR are downstairs (550 sq. ft.). Up a 90-degree ladder to BR/retreat space, wonderful for getaway views. Our property is a 3-acre lot w/ desert flora/fauna, stars, & quietness, yet only 10 mi. from UA. Horses add to the ambiance with a taste of ranch life.

Villa Clemente Central 1br Resort Oasis UofA Dtwn

Welcome to Villa Clemente, your peaceful desert escape in the heart of Tucson! This stylish, resort-inspired 1-bedroom retreat is perfect for solo travelers, couples, or a trio seeking comfort and convenience. Whether you're here for a campus visit, golf weekend, hiking adventure, or a restful staycation, Villa Clemente offers everything you need to relax and recharge. 1BR w/ rain shower, full kitchen, coffee bar, grill, putting green, luxe touches, near UofA, Reid Park, golf & hiking trails.

Historic 1920s farmhouse

Comfortable, cozy, & fully furnished one bedroom farmhouse with covered parking spots. It used to be the only building within an 160 acre radius. Renovated and converted into a cozy guesthouse with modern amenities, while leaving its original charm untouched. Full kitchen w/ fridge, microwave, gas range, pots & pans, dishes, silverware and cooking utensils. Variety of coffees and teas; smart TV; gas grill; WiFi; full bath w/hair dryer, towels & linens. Unshared laundry available. NO SMOKING

Tucson Mountain Retreat

Stunningly beautiful mountain and city views!!! Relax on the spacious patio or in the heated spa with a favorite beverage and enjoy the wildlife and views. This home is situated in the foothills of the majestic giant Saguaro-studded Tucson Mountains, with easy access to the Desert Museum, Old Tucson Studios, Gates Pass, Tucson Mountain Park and the Sweetwater Preserve with outstanding biking and hiking trails. Downtown Tucson, U. of Arizona, and 4 golf courses are within 7-10 miles.

Attractive Casita In Tucson

A charming getaway casita with stunning views of the majestic Saguaro National Park and the Picture Rock Mountains for spectacular sunsets. The 5-acre site is home to many varieties of cacti, including giant saguaros and other native plants and trees. Through the casita's panoramic windows, you can observe desert vegetation, birds, rabbits, coyotes, bobcats, javelinas, and deer. An evening bath in the jacuzzi under the starry sky will certainly remain in your memory for a long time.

Cat Mountain Casitas - Ocotillo

Come stay at the Ocotillo Casita at Cat Mountain! Located feet from Tucson Mountain Park and inside Cat Mountain Station, this location is perfect for nature lovers and style hunters alike. The building was built around a John Wayne museum in the 1950's, but converted into three 1,200 sq. ft casitas in 2023. The unique décor in the space is locally sourced, creating a vintage ranch vibe surrounded by Ocotillo. It is perfect for travelers looking to relax in the Sonoran Desert.

Tucson Poet's Studio

Tucson Poet's Studio was featured in Architectural Digest (10-1-2025) “50 Best Airbnbs Across the United States", New York Magazine (6-19-2015) “Taste the Flavors of Tucson” and LivAbility (7-6-2018) “Accessible Airbnb” *NEW* EV Charger! The studio shares the private, walled courtyard and pool with the main house where my husband and I live. Located in the Peter Howell neighborhood, a convenient midtown area close to everything (2.5 mi to UA, 5 mi to downtown).

Time Capsule in the Sonoran Desert

Vibrant space-age cabin on an 11-acre desert art sanctuary near Saguaro National Park, 35 mins from Tucson! Features WiFi, AC/heat, outdoor bathroom deck & eco-amenities. Sits 15 yards from Groovy Glamper. 🚫 NO PETS/ESAs (Service Animals welcome). Delicate art decor makes this space strictly UNSUITABLE for children/minors. ⚠️ IMPORTANT: Before booking, note that check-in is strictly in person and no later than 10:00 PM. No exceptions!

Saguaro Courtyard Retreat near National Park

If you love nature this casita is just for you. Located 15 minutes from downtown and only a few minutes from stunning hiking and mountain biking trails in the National Park. The property is very much like a botanical garden with fruit trees filling up the back and a wide variety of succulents filling the front. The casita has its own private porch while the property shares two large communal patios with outdoor dining and a fire pit.

Casa de Amapola. Desert retreat, 15 mins to city.

Just like the name, Amapola (Spanish for Poppy), this quaint guest house is a pretty little flower nestled in the foothills of the Tucson Mountains. Perfect for those wishing to embrace the serenity of the desert, yet only 15 minutes from downtown Tucson. Whether you are just passing through or planning to stay a while, this is the perfect place to relax and enjoy.

Sonoran Modernist Beauty

This unique contemporary architectural home has a style all its own. Centrally located to all the best attractions, entertainment, hikes, restaurants and shopping. The newly redeveloped mid-century modern home is a hidden gem for guests and families who seek privacy while being close to all attractions what Southern Arizona and Tucson has to offer.