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

13.8 km from Desert Discovery Center

NT$3,630

NT$7,985 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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

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

2. Sparkman Tucson

19.3 km from Desert Discovery Center

NT$4,311

NT$16,550 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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

Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

3. 3 Palms Tucson North Foothills

18 km from Desert Discovery Center

ANGEL D

NT$1,559

NT$1,909 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

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

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

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

14.3 km from Desert Discovery Center

Michael Mercatoris

NT$2,560

NT$2,946 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

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

5. Comfort Suites At Tucson Mall

14.7 km from Desert Discovery Center

Gabriel

NT$2,980

NT$3,429 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

6. Estrella at Casino Del Sol

Drexel Heights, 12.5 km from Desert Discovery Center

ESTELA

NT$1,943

NT$2,411 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson-Mall

Casas Adobes, 16.3 km from Desert Discovery Center

emily

NT$2,846

NT$3,189 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

8. The Eddy Hotel Tucson, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

Catalina Foothills, 18.2 km from Desert Discovery Center

BELINDA

NT$3,368

NT$3,774 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tucson Mall by IHG

16.2 km from Desert Discovery Center

Michelle

NT$2,929

NT$3,370 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

10. 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 13 - Sep 14

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$2,361

NT$2,717 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

12. SpringHill Suites Tucson at The Bridges

South Park, 17.9 km from Desert Discovery Center

Suzett Osuna

NT$3,661

NT$4,213 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

13. Casino Del Sol Resort

Drexel Heights, 12.5 km from Desert Discovery Center

MELINDA

NT$2,551

NT$2,858 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

Studio, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Wet bar) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson Marana

16 km from Desert Discovery Center

PHILIP

NT$4,072

NT$4,664 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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$2,110

NT$2,364 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

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

16. The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western

17 km from Desert Discovery Center

Maria

NT$2,813

NT$3,236 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

17. Candlewood Suites Tucson by IHG

13.1 km from Desert Discovery Center

James

NT$3,120

NT$3,496 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

18. Graduate by Hilton Tucson

West University, 15.8 km from Desert Discovery Center

Anita

NT$4,006

NT$4,609 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tucson by IHG

11.9 km from Desert Discovery Center

Wendy

NT$2,961

NT$3,407 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

20. DoubleTree by Hilton Tucson Downtown Convention Center

Downtown Tucson, 14.5 km from Desert Discovery Center

Scott

NT$3,890

NT$4,476 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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Top Desert Discovery Center Hotel Reviews

JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The room was beautiful with a private deck and beautiful views."

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."

Other attractions near Desert Discovery Center

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?

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

5. Comfort Suites At Tucson Mall

6. Estrella at Casino Del Sol

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson-Mall

8. The Eddy Hotel Tucson, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tucson Mall by IHG

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

11. My Place Hotel-Tucson South AZ

12. SpringHill Suites Tucson at The Bridges

13. Casino Del Sol Resort

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Tucson Marana

15. Best Western InnSuites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites

16. The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western

17. Candlewood Suites Tucson by IHG

18. Graduate by Hilton Tucson

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tucson by IHG

20. DoubleTree by Hilton Tucson Downtown Convention Center

Top Desert Discovery Center Hotel Reviews

JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort and Spa

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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