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1. Work, Hike & Swim: Central Tucson Condo w/ Pool

13.8 km from Desert Discovery Center

NT$3,652

NT$8,034 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

House, Multiple Beds, Garden View (Sparkman Tucson) | Laundry

House, Multiple Beds, Garden View (Sparkman Tucson) | Private kitchen

House, Multiple Beds, Garden View (Sparkman Tucson) | 3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

2. Sparkman Tucson

19.3 km from Desert Discovery Center

NT$4,338

NT$16,651 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

55-inch TV with satellite channels, Netflix, streaming services

3. 3 Palms Tucson North Foothills

18 km from Desert Discovery Center

ANGEL D

NT$1,467

NT$1,796 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

4. Estrella at Casino Del Sol

Drexel Heights, 12.5 km from Desert Discovery Center

ESTELA

NT$1,909

NT$2,370 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM, free cabanas

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

5. Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine

14.3 km from Desert Discovery Center

Michael Mercatoris

NT$2,829

NT$3,255 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Suite, Non Smoking (2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed) | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

6. Comfort Suites At Tucson Mall

14.7 km from Desert Discovery Center

Gabriel

NT$2,932

NT$3,373 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson-Mall

Casas Adobes, 16.3 km from Desert Discovery Center

emily

NT$2,863

NT$3,208 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

8. Casino Del Sol Resort

Drexel Heights, 12.5 km from Desert Discovery Center

MELINDA

NT$2,696

NT$3,020 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tucson City Center, AZ

13.4 km from Desert Discovery Center

Viviana

NT$2,423

NT$3,157 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson Marana

16 km from Desert Discovery Center

PHILIP

NT$4,072

NT$4,664 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Coffee/tea maker, full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop

11. My Place Hotel-Tucson South AZ

15.1 km from Desert Discovery Center

Davina

NT$2,387

NT$2,746 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

12. The Eddy Hotel Tucson, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

Catalina Foothills, 18.2 km from Desert Discovery Center

BELINDA

NT$3,389

NT$3,797 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

13. SpringHill Suites Tucson at The Bridges

South Park, 17.9 km from Desert Discovery Center

Suzett Osuna

NT$3,684

NT$4,238 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tucson by IHG

11.9 km from Desert Discovery Center

Wendy

NT$2,787

NT$3,206 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

15. Best Western InnSuites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites

Casas Adobes, 16.6 km from Desert Discovery Center

Viviana

NT$2,124

NT$2,379 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communication Accessible) | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

16. Candlewood Suites Tucson by IHG

13.1 km from Desert Discovery Center

James

NT$3,011

NT$3,374 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas

17. The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western

17 km from Desert Discovery Center

Maria

NT$2,830

NT$3,256 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

18. WaterWalk Extended Stay by Wyndham Tucson

South Park, 16.8 km from Desert Discovery Center

Diana

NT$3,267

NT$3,759 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

19. Graduate by Hilton Tucson

West University, 15.8 km from Desert Discovery Center

Mark

NT$3,914

NT$4,503 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, freezer

20. Woodspring Suites Tucson South

South Park, 17.7 km from Desert Discovery Center

Stephanie

NT$2,018

NT$2,322 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

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Top Desert Discovery Center Hotel Reviews

Starr Pass Golf Suites

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was very helpful and the property was very nice. I will definitely be staying here if I come back"

La Puerta Azul- Stunning Desert Retreat; Pool/Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The property is beautiful, in a beautiful area and beautifully maintained. We enjoyed our stay. It was relaxing and we had everything we needed. It was a great stay."

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A rustic building with a wooden porch and a sign reading "The Last Outpost."

Old Tucson Studios

8.2/10 (987 reviews)

This Western movie studio and theme park with rides, gunfights and stunt shows has been the setting for hundreds of Hollywood productions.

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A sunset over a mountainous landscape with silhouetted trees.

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

9.2/10 (2,312 reviews)

Encounter wolves, rattlesnakes, coyotes, bighorn sheep and rare plant species at this living museum in the desert.

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Tucson Mountains

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tucson Mountains during your travels in Tucson.

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Golden Gate Mountain

Explore the great outdoors at Golden Gate Mountain and enjoy the desert landscapes during your trip to Tucson. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.

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Labyrinth Garden

Enjoy an outing to Labyrinth Garden during your stay in Tucson.

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Wasson Peak

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Wasson Peak during your travels in Tucson. Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.

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Cactus Garden Trail

You can take time to visit Cactus Garden Trail during your travels to Tucson. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's desert landscapes.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Desert Discovery Center?

Desert Discovery Center is located in a welcoming area of Tucson known for its array of dining options. You'll find 118 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Desert Discovery Center?

JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Desert Discovery Center. Another good choice is La Puerta Azul- Stunning Desert Retreat; Pool/Spa, located 4.5 mi (7.2 km) away.

How many hotels will I find near Desert Discovery Center?

Expedia has 118 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Desert Discovery Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Desert Discovery Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Desert Discovery Center.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Desert Discovery Center?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Desert Discovery Center, click here.

What can I see and do near Desert Discovery Center?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Red Hills Visitor Center and Sweetwater Preserve. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Old Tucson Studios, Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, and Labyrinth Garden. Tucson Mountains, Golden Gate Mountain, and Wasson Peak are beautiful places to appreciate nature.

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Our top choices for Desert Discovery Center hotels

1. Work, Hike & Swim: Central Tucson Condo w/ Pool

2. Sparkman Tucson

3. 3 Palms Tucson North Foothills

4. Estrella at Casino Del Sol

5. Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine

6. Comfort Suites At Tucson Mall

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson-Mall

8. Casino Del Sol Resort

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tucson City Center, AZ

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson Marana

11. My Place Hotel-Tucson South AZ

12. The Eddy Hotel Tucson, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

13. SpringHill Suites Tucson at The Bridges

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tucson by IHG

15. Best Western InnSuites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites

16. Candlewood Suites Tucson by IHG

17. The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western

18. WaterWalk Extended Stay by Wyndham Tucson

19. Graduate by Hilton Tucson

20. Woodspring Suites Tucson South

Top Desert Discovery Center Hotel Reviews

Starr Pass Golf Suites

La Puerta Azul- Stunning Desert Retreat; Pool/Spa

Other attractions near Desert Discovery Center

Old Tucson Studios

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Tucson Mountains

Golden Gate Mountain

Labyrinth Garden

Wasson Peak

Cactus Garden Trail

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