The hotel itself is very artsy and unique but the area it's in is questionable at best. I…read moreunderstand there and good and bad parts of every city that you stay in-- but the area the Hotel McCoy is in not a good area. While we were leaving we saw a man ... using the bathroom (in the most modest way I could say that) on the side of the road next to the hotel. While this is not a reflection of the hotel itself I think it's also important to be transparent about the area of Tucson this hotel is in.

What a hidden little gem in Tucson. There are a lot of retro hotels being renovated around Arizona…read morethese days, and having stayed at multiple ones, I can say Hotel McCoy is doing it really well. I love that it is a single-story motel, meaning you don't have to listen to the neighbors walking above you all night. Also, they have gone out of their way to make things kitschy, artsy, and cool. There is art everywhere, including fun little treats like chalk and chalkboards in the room. The rooms are functional but not fancy. There isn't carpet (a benefit in my opinion), the shower is small, but has excellent pressure. I will say the beds are incredibly comfortable. Everything was clean. We had a small (retro-style of course) fridge in the room. And even though there was just a window unit, our room maintained a comfortable temperature. (Although it wasn't that hot. I am not sure how it would be in the summer.) I do love that they only have keypads, no actual keys, which made it really convenient to go in and out. There is also a little bistro set by the front door, which is delightful for sipping coffee (or eating your free oatmeal) in the morning. The common areas are fun, decorated with a lot of cool art and old school kitsch. The pool is heated saltwater, which is good for the cooler months, but kind of a bummer in the hotter months (aka most of the year) because it was only April but the pool felt like bathwater. You can't bring your own drinks to the pool area, but they have a lot of drinks for sale in the lobby (beer, wine, cider, no hard liquor), and the prices are quite reasonable. And the oatmeal bar in the morning is tons of fun. Service is slightly hit or miss. Some of the employees were amazing (shout out to Alex!), but some kind of felt like they were going through the motions. All in all, this is a good value motel, and I would stay there again.

UPDATE -- Nearly One Year Later…read more I wanted to update this review now that we know what actually happened. Police ultimately identified and arrested an employee of the valet company in connection with the theft of my husband's truck. We learned that the keys were taken during the night and the truck was stolen. We also learned this was not an isolated incident--there was a group involved in vehicle thefts in the area, including at this Hilton and the neighboring Marriott, which used the same valet company. What makes this even more upsetting is that Hilton has done absolutely nothing for us. From the beginning, the hotel distanced itself from the situation, telling us the valet was a third-party company and essentially not their responsibility. We were paying guests and Hilton Diamond members. We handed our keys to the valet service operating at their hotel, and that service parked our truck in an overflow lot without cameras. Our truck was then stolen by someone working for that valet company. Almost a year later, there has been no meaningful accountability or attempt by Hilton to make this right. After everything we learned about what actually happened, I stand by my original one-star review and would not recommend this hotel.

My coworker suggested this place for my stay in Tucson. What a great choice. Super clean and…read morebeautifully designed. Great service; I wish I would have remembered the gentleman working the front counter when we arrived. He recommended the bar/restaurant on the roof for a dinner or snacks and a drink and then recommended I go back up in the morning for some incredible views. He was right about both. This is in a very safe area, located across from the college. My room was great. The room was comfortable and felt very clean.

Found this to be a bit of a mixed bag on a two-night stay in July. It's just a few blocks off the…read moremain downtown stretch, but from what I saw that's not much of an advantage. There really isn't a lot in the immediate area of much interest; most of the best that Tucson has to offer is in the greater metro area, not the downtown core. But it is nice that they offer ample parking just steps from your room at no extra charge. The building looks nice from the outside, with its retro mod style and landscaped courtyard. The bar has very limited hours in the summer, but does have a nice drink menu and makes a good spot to hang out. The room was a bit sparse in my opinion. I was under the impression from the website that there would be a nook with a chair for reading, but my room didn't have one. It just had the bed, a couple of nightstands, a dresser, a mini-fridge, and a narrow desk. There's no closet, just a couple of hooks on the wall. The bathroom was basic, with a prefab shower unit. The decor is limited to a couple of vintage lamps and some patterned fabric for the curtains. The bed was comfortable enough and the air conditioner was wonderful at keeping it cool. There's a window next to the door with a top block that isn't covered by a shade, so anyone could stand on a stool from outside and look in the room. I went looking for ice at about 3pm one afternoon. I knew the bar was closed that day, but the entire front office area was locked and no one was around. Summer is slow season, but I wonder what if there were something more urgent than ice? At least the off-season rates are quite low.

I stayed at the Downtown Clifton for a recent work trip, only one night but I was pleased with my…read morevisit. I like the area it was quiet, but still close to the Downtown stuff and walkable to a bunch of different things. Guess depending on the time of year, you might not want to walk as much. But I was able to get everywhere I wanted to go within 20 minutes walk. There are a ton of great food options all around as well as coffee, shops, and more. The staff was very accommodating and more than willing to help me out with an early check-in. The check in process was really smooth and all they needed was an ID as there was already a credit card on file with my reservation. They handed me a key and showed me my room and that was it. The room was super cute, I love the exposed brick and the decor. The only thing I would know is maybe request a top floor room as being on the bottom floor I could hear the people above me moving around quite a bit. However, it is a really old building and that's just life I guess.

Visited Hacienda del Sol today with a day pass and it was absolutely gorgeous! I love the pool and…read moreall the beautiful views of the Santa Catalina Mountains. The grounds are so pretty with all the gardens, desert landscaping and historic buildings. There are also some great food and drink options, so it is a really nice place to spend the day relaxing. It is such a beautiful and historic hotel. Hacienda del Sol dates back to 1929 when it started as a private school for girls and later became a guest ranch. You can really see the history throughout the property and I love how they have kept so much of the original character. We ordered some guacamole with chips and it was absolutely delicious! Everything was fresh and flavorful. I definitely enjoyed being able to come for the day, relax by the pool, enjoy some food and take in the beautiful Tucson scenery. Such a pretty place for a relaxing day in Arizona! .

Large room, comfortable beds/pillows and beautiful surroundings…read more Both restaurants are. very good. Staff was warm, welcoming and helpful. Would def return.

What a wonderful place to stay and dine! We have stayed there twice now and each time we've agreed…read morewith superb customer service, wonderful accommodations, and excellent dining! It is under new management and ownership now so I expect a lot of the wear and tear that this historic building has, will be repaired.

Arizona Inn is a historic treasure in Tucson dating back to the 1930s. Tucked a few blocks into a…read moreneighborhood from busy N Campbell, it can be easy missed if only navigating by main roads. This might be part of the charm though as the campus grounds and architecture will take you back to an earlier time preserved from the past. The Inn has a lavish formal dining room with intricate ceiling lamps, sturdy cross beams, and a roaring fireplace to host upscale dinners with family or a business client. There's a library was high ceilings, high backed upholstered arm chairs, and old books on the shelves all around. The center of the property has multiple well maintained lawns, flowers and fruit trees. While I have not stayed at Arizona Inn, I have dined there twice, once in the formal dining room and once on the more casual club patio and both have been pleasant experiences. Their menus have a wide variety of options from several meat dishes like beef bourguignon, steaks, to salmon, and even a vegetarian option. Prices are definitely high in the formal dining room. They have an extensive beer, wine and cocktail list and even offer several more upscale nonalcoholic drink options such as prickly pear lemonade and several mocktails. Both times that I have visited, the service can be on the slower end so plan to have a more leisurely visit without a strict timeframe to leave. Overall, a really interesting spot.

Beautiful property. Great breakfast. Topshelf bath products. Comfortable beds & linensread more

Armory Park Inn has a lot of potential, but unfortunately our experience left something to be…read moredesired, and I would not choose to stay here again. I really wanted to like this place. The inn itself is a charming historic home in downtown Tucson. The neighborhood felt quiet, and was a convenient location for exploring the area. We stayed in the Pennington Room, which was comfortable overall, and there were several aspects of the property we genuinely enjoyed. Unfortunately, our check-in experience overshadowed the rest of our stay. We booked and prepaid our reservation through Priceline, which is a common booking method for travelers. Before our trip (July 1-5), I called the inn on June 20 to confirm our reservation, let them know we would be arriving late, and request a breakfast basket for the following morning since we planned to sleep in. They confirmed everything, including our reservation, breakfast request, and even provided our door codes. When we arrived that evening, we were locked out. I called the owner, who answered, but told me Priceline had canceled our reservation. The next 45 minutes to an hour consisted of multiple phone calls, requests for my payment information, and confusion over whether we even had a room. Eventually, after speaking with the manager, they acknowledged the issue was on their end and let us into our room. After traveling all day in the Arizona summer heat, it was frustrating to arrive at a room that had not been prepared for our arrival. The air conditioning had not been turned on, the room was extremely warm, and the sheets had black streaks on them that looked like ink marks. The breakfast basket we had requested in advance was also missing. The following morning, I contacted Priceline directly. They confirmed my reservation had never been canceled and that everything was correct on their end. Later, the explanation from the inn changed from "Priceline canceled your reservation" to "Priceline provided us with an invalid virtual payment card." Regardless of where the payment issue originated, it was concerning that we were repeatedly asked about payment after already prepaying, and I wanted written confirmation that we would not be charged a second time at checkout. Thankfully, the inn did provide that reassurance, and we did not experience any additional billing issues. My impression is that the property struggles with third-party bookings. If you plan to stay here, I would recommend booking directly through the inn rather than through a travel site to hopefully avoid a similar experience. Once the check-in issues were resolved, our stay was generally peaceful. However, the staff continued bringing up the reservation problem during breakfast each morning and repeatedly told us they wanted to treat us like "normal guests," which unintentionally kept reminding us of the difficult start to our stay. Breakfast ended up being one of the highlights of our visit. We were told the first morning's breakfast was not up to their usual standard because they had not been expecting us due to the reservation confusion. Even so, it was delicious. Each morning included fresh pastries and a yogurt parfait topped with fresh fruit and honey. While the parfait remained consistent each day, the hot breakfast changed and gave us the opportunity to try different dishes. One morning featured chile eggs that were especially delicious. Every breakfast also included a simple arugula salad with balsamic vinaigrette, which was a nice, fresh addition. Throughout the day, guests also had access to complimentary refreshments, including Nespresso coffee, spring water, and Pepperidge Farm cookies available 24 hours a day. The breakfasts and hospitality in this regard were definitely a standout part of the experience. The property itself has its strengths. The bathrooms are nicely updated, the room was refreshed daily, the water pressure was good, and housekeeping kept everything smelling clean. Just note that the standard refresh service does not include changing the sheets each day. Because it is a historic home, the room stayed fairly warm, and while the shower had good water pressure, the temperature never became especially hot or cold. The television also only offered DirecTV, so if you're accustomed to streaming services or a smart TV, that's something to be aware of. Overall, the inn is charming, the breakfasts were excellent, and it's located in a great neighborhood. However, the disorganized check-in process and inconsistent communication made what should have been a relaxing vacation start on a stressful note.

My stay here was impeccable and the staff did an amazing job. They were friendly and…read moreaccommodating. I spent two days here and enjoying relaxing at this facility. The king size bed was really comfortable and the bed was just the right height to get in and out of. Perks:! Complimentary breakfast Evening cocktail hour for guests To be specific: do not get Room 110 (it has an obstructed view of the pool area from my patio, I would recommend spending a little more and get the Mountain View room on the top floor...it's worth it! Finally, if I come back to Tucson, I would definitely stay here.

Great hotel, great location, and very reasonably priced…read more From the front desk to the bartender in the bar area, the service was outstanding...kudos to everyone. They offer pretty good breakfast options, including a made-to-order omelette station. I wish their breakfast ended at 10:00 a.m. like other Embassy Suites... must be a regional thing. The room was clean, modern, and very well decorated. The AC was super cold, which was perfect for the Arizona heat. The room also has ceiling fans for extra cooling. The evening reception is a big plus. You get two free drinks, some snacks, and can watch sports at the bar. Great atmosphere and good drinks. I will probably book this hotel again for my next business trip--I had a good experience and the location is perfect.

Good location, easy to find, plenty of parking. Smooth check-in with friendly & professional front…read moredesk clerk. He recognized me for my loyalty as a Gold Member with 2 bottles of water. Hotel lobby, elevator was clean & inviting. The room (King) was clean, bed was comfortable & A/C was cold. Pool was adequate, narrow, but went to 5 feet and you could do mini-laps if desired. Towels were available (outside) and pool was clean. Breakfast was great, lots of selections, eggs & bacon were delicious. The young lady managing the breakfast was friendly & on it. Kept area clean & well-stocked. You could find something to eat from cereal to waffles. Overall Staff & amenities was 5 Stars, hotel is dated, but well maintained. The TV was small, and older model. The greeting name on screen was incorrect. I am not sure if front desk knew how to update Would stay here again if in the area.

I only needed a short-term stay, but I appreciated having a full-sized fridge and the ability to…read moreprepare my own meals. This place actually supported the "mobile key" properly: I wouldn't have had to visit the front desk unless I wanted to. I was able to get my key, unlock my room and even check out without problems. I only went to the front desk to ask about the possibility of a late check out since I'd forgotten to do that in when I checked in on the app. My room was spacious and clean and had a comfortable bed. The elevator was functional and not too noisy and the staff were friendly and helpful. The ice machine worked (first floor) and there was a good laundry facility on my floor if I'd needed it. The property is tucked back away from the main road, so no road noise kept me awake at night.

We asked for an early check in at 2 PM. The standard check in time is 4PM…read more It's 4:40 PM and our room still is not ready. The room has great views and was worth the wait. We had drinks at the lower lobby bar while waiting and they were very nice Note for management: Have rooms ready on time Don't wait until 4 PM on Father's Day to open the lobby bar

Four Diamonds, Three Bad Options, Zero Planning!…read more I stayed at the JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa on September 10, when the hotel was sold out and hosting a major urology conference with several thousand attendees on top of its normal guest load. Despite this entirely predictable demand, management closed the resort's signature Italian restaurant for an employee appreciation event. The other major dining outlet was also unavailable. That left guests with three spectacular options: eat outside by the pool in 100 plus degree heat, attempt to make lunch from the coffee bar, or order room service with an estimated 90 minute wait during the lunch rush. Apparently, receiving a meal before the next calendar day is not part of the AAA Four Diamond standard. I support employee appreciation, but closing the main restaurant at a sold out luxury resort during a massive conference without providing adequate alternative dining is absurd. Hold the event in a ballroom. Increase staffing. Create a temporary dining option. Do literally anything that resembles planning. The property may have four stars and four diamonds, but the operational planning deserved one plastic rhinestone. Beautiful resort. Premium prices. Limited service. Embarrassing management decision.

I had a good experience here. Check in/checkout was easy. I was initially worried about the AC…read moreduring Tucson's 100 degree summer heat, but my room had no problems staying below 70 degrees at night, even though it had an exterior-facing door. The resort itself is beautiful, with a modernist exterior and interior columns clearly meant to resemble saguaro cacti. I wasn't able to fully explore the grounds due to the heat, but there's a good mix of curated and wild trails. The pool area is extensive and they show movies at the pool at night. The lobby and bar area is huge and was a pleasant place to sit and work or watch the World Cup. I particularly enjoyed watching night hawks hunting over the parking lot at night.

Lovely, lovely brunch at Loews Ventana Canyon resort. It was crowded but service was attentive,…read morefriendly and fairly quick. Their famous "bottomless" mimosas found their bottom this year, first one is free, but you pay for additional. I get it, price of everything has gone up so sad but it is understandable. But the stationed buffet is still amazing and bountiful. Literally soup to nuts, the outdoor grill station is a flurry of activity, complete with live music and misters. This brunch is well worth the price and you are encouraged to eat as long as you are able to. It's really enjoyable to observe packed tables with multiple generations of guests who are smiling, laughing, quaffing and eating beautifully crafted dishes that are endless! It's a go to place for special occasions, the property is absolutely beautiful with amazing views, and because of their reputation I believe reservations are a must. If you haven't already been there, I highly encourage you to visit and if have been a prior guest just remember the endless mimosas are a thing of the past. Enjoy