Tucson Mountain Park, AZ

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Sunset over the Arizona desert.
Sunset over the Arizona desert.
The highlight of our trip to #tucson #arizona was the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum. You'll get to see hundreds of acres of desert, including plants and cacti from both the Sonoran and Mohave desert, similar to what you might find at Joshua Tree National Park. For more information on admission fee and when to visit, check my blog post: https://culturalfoodies.com/2019/12/31/what-to-do-and-where-to-eat-in-tucson-arizona/

We were delighted to find that this was quite literally the only thing in all of Tucson open on Christmas Day!

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Saguaro National Park near Tucson, AZ #lifeatexpedia
Tucson mountain view at West Gates pass road. This picture does not do it justice with all the Saguaro growing up the side of this steep mountain.  A roadside park is nearby.  Just a beautiful find after we visited the west Saguaro National park.  We were not here at sunset but hear this is the time of day to visit this area.

Where to stay in Tucson Mountain Park

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Mountain Gardens Estates

While Mountain Gardens Estates isn't home to many top sights, Starr Pass Golf Club and Old Tucson Studios are some notable places to visit nearby.

Mountain Gardens Estates
Just after sunset over Starr Pass, Tucson, Arizona

Starr Ridge

While Starr Ridge might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Starr Pass Golf Club and Old Tucson Studios.

Starr Ridge
JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort and Spa

JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort and Spa

4.5 out of 5
3800 W Starr Pass Blvd Tucson AZ
The price is ₩459,555 per night from Feb 21 to Feb 22
₩459,555
₩601,133 total
Feb 21 - Feb 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Tucson. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort and Spa
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills

3 Palms Tucson North Foothills

3 out of 5
7411 N Oracle Rd Tucson AZ
The price is ₩134,456 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
₩134,456
₩164,649 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,288 reviews)
We loved the room and area, clean, comfortable and friendly staff. My only complaint was that our ground floor room was under the outdoor stairway where we heard noisy guests until midnight and then again early in the morning. However, I still would give a good review.

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine

Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine

3 out of 5
720 W. Silverlake Road Tucson AZ
The price is ₩136,988 per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12
₩136,988
₩159,350 total
Mar 11 - Mar 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,086 reviews)
Comfortable room

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge

Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge

4 out of 5
6200 N Club House Ln Tucson AZ
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Tucson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (788 reviews)
Excellent place to stay. Great rooms, staff are very friendly. Food is tasty. I did not want to leave!

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge
Landing Apartments Tucson near La Cholla Professional Park

Landing Apartments Tucson near La Cholla Professional Park

4 out of 5
5750 N La Cholla Blvd Tucson AZ
Stay at this apartment in Tucson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Tucson Mall and Sporting Chance Center are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
The apt was beautiful. Checking in was hard. Couldn’t get code to unlock door. Ok once we got in two hours later.

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Landing Apartments Tucson near La Cholla Professional Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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