Most of the Tucson resort hotels are in the northern foothills, which offer great mountain views and more space, but there is a choice of good hotels and inns downtown, and some budget motels and hotels, too.
Travelers who are merely looking for an overnight stop while driving on the road should look for the budget motels that line I-10, the main interstate highway through this southern Arizona city. Many of these cheaper motels are located just south of Downtown, on the west side of the interstate, and make their room rates clearly visible from the road. Downtown Tucson is just on the eastern side of I-10.
These Downtown Tucson inns, hotels, and motels are divided into Budget (most rooms under $100 a night), Mid-range (most rooms $100-150 a night) and More Expensive (most rooms over $150 a night). Bear in mind that many of the More Expensive downtown places may still have rooms available in the budget range at certain times of year, with special offers, or if booking last-minute, so check around for the best prices.
No hotel descriptions are given here, just an indication of how close they really are to the heart of Downtown Tucson.
Budget Downtown Tucson Inns, Hotels, and Motels
- Econo Lodge, 1130 N. Stone Avenue
One mile due north of Downtown, and one of the cheapest downtown Tucson lodging options.
- Ramada, 655 N. Freeway
On the west side of Downtown, about a mile from the city center.
- Rodeway Inn, 1248 N. Stone Avenue
One of the furthest out while still being called Downtown Tucson, this inn is just over a mile due north but a good bargain.
- University Inn, 950 N. Stone Avenue
About a mile north of Downtown, a 5-minute drive.
Mid-Range Downtown Tucson Inns, Hotels, and Motels
- Best Western Royal Sun Inn and Suites, 1015 N. Stone Avenue
About a mile north of Downtown, or a 5-minute drive.
- Catalina Park Inn Bed and Breakfast, 309 E. 1st Street
1st Street is a mile north of Downtown Tucson, a 5-minute drive, and this inn is in the West University Historic District.
- El Presidio Bed and Breakfast Inn, 297 N. Main Avenue
Great location right in the El Presidio historic district of downtown Tucson.
- Executive Inn and Suites, 333 W. Drachman St
About a mile north of Downtown.
- Hotel Arizona, 181 W. Broadway Blvd
On bustling West Broadway in the heart of Downtown.
- Hotel Tucson City Center Innsuites Conference Suite Resort, 475 N. Granada Avenue
Good location just east of I-10 and a short walk from Downtown.
- Peppertrees Inn Bed and Breakfast, 724 East University Boulevard
In the historic West University district, 1.5 miles northeast of Downtown.
More Expensive Downtown Tucson Inns, Hotels, and Motels
- Adobe Rose Inn, 940 N. Olsen Avenue
1930s inn in an historic district 2.5 miles from Downtown and near the university.
- Four Points by Sheraton Tucson University Plaza, 1900 East Speedway Boulevard
One of the best quality options but about a 2.5 mile drive northeast of Downtown, next to the University of Arizona.
- Marriott University Park Hotel, 880 E. 2nd Street
Near the Arizona State Museum and university campus, about a 1.5 mile drive northeast of Downtown.
- Riverpark Inn, 350 S. Freeway
Just west of I-10, opposite the Convention Center, and a few minutes from Downtown.
- Royal Elizabeth Bed and Breakfast Inn, 204 S. Scott Avenue
Historic B&B inn, a short walk from Convention Center and Downtown.
Tucson International Airport
Tucson International Airport is about 10 miles south of downtown Tucson, roughly a 20-minute drive given average traffic conditions. There are some hotels near Tucson Airport but for dining and entertainment it’s better to stay downtown unless catching a very early flight.
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See Also Best Hotels near Tucson Airport.
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