Hacienda Awards worth noting: Most Privacy, Best Wildlife Viewing, Best Interior Design & Decor, One of Best B & B's in Arizona
Enjoy the flavor of a historic Spanish hacienda in a peaceful, secluded desert setting on 16 acres with mountain views attractive to nature lovers and romantics alike. Hike, bird watch, pamper yourselves under the stars in one of our spas, or relax with a good book on one of our patios or porches in a garden environment.
Location: Near Saguaro National Park East, just minutes from restaurants and shopping, but a world away from the pressures of everyday life. This adobe Territorial style home is built around a Spanish style courtyard with fountain and flowers. The large back porch has an outdoor living room from which to enjoy the extensive garden.
Accommodations: Four spacious luxury accommodations each have, private baths, private entrances, ornate antique heating stoves for cool evening ambiance, and more. Three have kitchenettes. Each accommodation is distinctively decorated, incorporating modern conveniences and comforts with antiques, Mexican folk art, and paintings. From the time you enter our Hacienda, we strive to provide the very best in service and comfort. Visit our website to see pictures and descriptions of each accommodation and our gardens.
Wildlife & Gardens: Birders, largely due to our many feeders and garden plants, have identified 51 different types of birds at the Hacienda. Javalina, our wild peccaries, also visit daily. A nature trail on the property has been developed for those guests who are not avid hikers but who want to experience a desert walk. Guests are provided a booklet which identifies many of the native Sonoran desert plants found on the property, identifies the birds found here, and explain the habits of our Javalina.
Massage: Call ahead to arrange a luxurious massage.
Day trips: can be taken to Nogales, Mexico; Tombstone and Bisbee; Wine Country; Tubac; world renowned birding areas, and Kartchner Caverns. Let us help you plan your time in the area.
Tucson attractions: Biosphere II, the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum, Mt. Lemmon, Sabino Canyon, San Xavier del Bac Mission, and a myriad of art galleries and Museums.
Proud to be among the top 5 urban B&Bs in the nation as reported by USA Today and distinguished as "Where to Stay" in Tucson by The Wall Street Journal.
We hear it all the time: “You guys have thought of everything.” Nearly 7,000 guests have so far experienced the history, luxury and personal service that define the Royal Elizabeth. Flip through our pages of guest reviews on TripAdvisor and you’ll quickly uncover a theme—one of exceeded expectations. Your first visit to The Liz will be truly memorable. Ours is a place you will come back to again and again.
Your stay at the Royal Elizabeth—whether for one night or for an extended stay—is designed to be a delightful experience of our uniquely beautiful historic home; an introduction to the abundant colors and flavors of Tucson culture and an offering of something enriching and enchanting for yourself and those with whom you are traveling.
As owners and innkeepers, we pride ourselves in our sharp attention to detail; our priority of maintaining clean, beautiful and peaceful surroundings; our thoughtfully-prepared and beautifully-presented gourmet breakfasts and our expertly-personal level of individual service. These cornerstones will mark the foundation of your guest experience with us and, along with many other quality touches you’ll notice, will raise your standard for overnight accommodations.
The types and quality of guest amenities at The Liz also go far beyond what you have likely encountered at other bed and breakfasts, inns, boutique hotels, and even many fine hotels and resorts. Guest room accommodations at the Royal Elizabeth are absolutely exquisite. There are six options from which to select. Each varies in size, décor and configuration to meet the preferences of your individual tastes and the needs of your particular visit. All of our guest accommodations, regardless of size, come equipped with the same package of technological and service amenities.
While bearing the names of family members of homeowners past, our rooms are not ‘themed’. Rather, each guest room is designed to be a unique environment created with the use of different periods of antique furnishings, artwork, draperies, wallpaper and bold Victorian colors. We must assure you, too, that these aren’t “frilly” Victorian rooms. The solid adobe construction, towering fir columns and palatial wood floors actually blend seamlessly with Victorian whimsy to create a more masculine architectural feel throughout the house. And, while our uncommonly large guest rooms each range in size between 450 and 650 square feet, tall windows, transoms, crown molding and 17-foot ceilings make each space feel even larger and more inviting.
We also promise to delight you each and every morning with a deliciously-memorable two-course gourmet breakfast. We stray far from the often-expected bacon-and-egg breakfast and meals heavy with starchy breads and pastries. On the contrary, we commit to a menu driven by diverse, fresh, healthy and creative ingredients—thoughtfully prepared and artfully presented.
Whether you stay with us two days or two weeks, we try our best to be sure that no breakfast items are repeated during your stay. This means the longer you stay, the more tantalizing appetizers, entrees, juice blends and accompaniments you will experience—yet another reason to make the Royal Elizabeth your second home in Tucson. We, of course, will cater to specific dietary or taste requirements including vegetarian, vegan, diabetic, low-carb and special breakfasts for younger children. Please talk with us by phone in advance of your arrival so that we anticipate and have a good sense of your individual needs.
And though we set a beautiful formal table and the dining parlor presents an elegant atmosphere, nothing is a greater compliment to us than to have our guests come to breakfast in their PJs, hair undone or in their bare feet. Feeling at home enough to be casual and comfortable at breakfast is what it’s all about.
Reserve a room at one of the best places to stay in Southern Arizona! This Tucson Inn offers luxury defined by Arizona’s rich western heritage. Go back in time as you enter the historic 1950’s Ranch House and estate built by Merle Norman. Carved wood beams overhead in every room, rope trim, and hand-hewn local rock fireplaces make this Tucson Bed and Breakfast a vintage western experience. Relax under deep shaded porches or enjoy breakfast in the spacious breezeway beneath a long mission tile roof with views of the Catalina Mountains. Stroll the paths to the large swimming pool directly from your room, soak in the whirlpool as you watch the moon rise or challenge a companion to a game of table tennis or horseshoes.
Pattie Bell brings 35 years of hospitality experience to El Rancho Merlita, twenty of them managing Bed and Breakfast Inns in Arizona. Her freshly prepared breakfasts will knock your boots off, with special needs graciously accommodated. Take advantage of her designation as a Certified Tourism Ambassador when planning your itinerary. Allow her to recommend a favorite trail in Saguaro National Park East, where to eat after visiting the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum, check the tram schedule for your day exploring Sabino Canyon and Mt. Lemmon, or map out a road trip tasting Arizona Wines, such as those from Callaghan Vineyards. Whether you are seeking a rejuvenating respite or enthusiastically indulging in all of the activities Tucson and Southern Arizona have to offer, Pattie will ensure your travel aspirations are met.
Greet the day with a private or group yoga session, a short stroll away through our desert meditation gardens. A soothing massage melts away tension after a bike ride up the Catalina Scenic Byway in our private massage therapy studio. Stargaze from our dedicated patio through a Mead telescope. Grab a book or a movie from our extensive Western collection. Cuddle up in our soft Egyptian cotten sheets and luxurious Museum of New Mexico Collection bedding couture. Make sure you check out this Tucson Gem’s many complimentary in-room amenities.
A Spanish-inspired 1931 house, Sam Hughes Inn Bed and Breakfast takes its name from the historic district just east of the University of Arizona, and is one mile south of the University Medical Center. Its red tiled roof, original oak floors and Art Deco architectural details add to the incredible variety of early Tucson homes in this residential area. This lodging, often recommended by U of A departments, is a contributing historic property with giant shade trees, a huge walled courtyard area with a brick sunken fountain garden, mature foliage and many places to sit and relax on the large Ramada covered patio.
The house features 4 bedrooms with private baths and antique pieces in every room, plus a large public area Great Room with library & TV and a smaller sitting/game room. Guest laptop & printer available plus wireless internet access throughout. Parking is on site. Walk to bus, grocery store ( bank, ATM & pharmacy), restaurants, shops, and on-campus museums & theaters. A picturesque in-town park is just 1.5 miles away with golf course, tennis courts, year round heated swimming pools, zoo, rose garden & jogging paths. Theaters, restaurants and downtown historic destinations are five minutes away by car. Four easy to reach mountain ranges surround Tucson.
Indian Hill B&B is set in almost four natural acres of the unique and amazing Sonoran Desert in NE Tucson. Mountain-framed, peaceful, private and with a sense of seclusion yet close to restaurants and area attractions such as the Saguaro National Park, Sabino Canyon and Mount Lemmon, our hacienda-style B&B was designed purely with the comfort of our guests in mind. Relax amidst Native American/Southwestern décor featuring custom, handcrafted furniture, browse local lore, history and area guides in our library, view up close the flora and fauna of this fascinating region, watch the nearby mountains turn pink at sunset, enjoy a good night’s sleep in a Tempur-Pedic bed and begin a new day fortified by our delicious breakfasts!
One of the most unique and historic homes in Tucson. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Built of solid Redwood and Maple by the master craftsmen of Tucson's Ronstadt Family in the summer of 1899. Occupied by Pepe Ronstadt until his death in 1933, then by his wife until the 1950s.
The Big Blue House Inn was remodeled into Tucson's most unique Boutique B&B Inn in 2006. The Big Blue House is far more convenient and a better value than most any Tucson lodging. Park your car in front of your room and walk to the local restaurants and shops. Upscale furnishings, great amenities, extra private and the best location in Central Tucson make The Big Blue House B&B the perfect extended stay Tucson lodging or Tucson vacation rental.
Each or our Seven Boutique B&B Rooms have a Private Bath and Private Entrance. Some have Kitchens.
When you check-in to your room you will find very unusual amenities such as hot/cold bottled water dispenser with unlimited filtered water so you can make hot teas, hot cereals etc... all complimentary and stocked daily in your kitchen shelves. The unlimited supply of Reverse Osmosis filtered water can be a substantial daily savings for travelers in Arizona. The refrigerator will have several different kinds of fruit juice, milk, V8 juice, quality coffee and much more...
The Big Blue House Bed and Breakfast is special Tucson Arizona accommodation in many respects and our Private Exterior Entrances are part of what makes this Upscale Tucson Lodging so unique. None of our seven rooms require you to enter the owners quarters or common area to access your room; Totally private comings and goings... because you have your own apartment...
Dunn's Way is one of Tucson's newest luxury Bed and Breakfasts, where you will receive a warm friendly welcome from your gracious host.
Dunn's Way is located 10 minutes from historic downtown Tucson, adjacent to the Saguaro National Park West. Marvel at the magnificent Saguaro cacti and the unique desert beauty. Be amazed at the spectacular sunrises and the splendid colorful sunsets. Every direction affords a stunning vista. You will be surprised by the abundant wildlife and native desert vegetation in the area. Listen to the howl of the coyote, the singing of the birds or just relax and enjoy the serene desert quietude. Each morning as you awaken, you will rejoice that you are staying at Dunn's Way.
Near restaurants, golf, biking & hiking trails, minutes from the Sonoran Desert museum, Old Tucson Studios, the University of Arizona, Downtown Tucson, and Tucson International Airport. Tours scheduled or just relax and surrender to serenity.
Your comfort is a priority. Each of our two private guest rooms feature a full private bath and patio, refrigerator, microwave oven, TV/cable, phone and newspaper.
Awards, Accolades and Memberships:
"Best Customer Service" from Inn Traveler Magazine for 2006.
Spotlighted in "Homes of Color" magazine as one of the "Outstanding Bed & Breakfast of the Southwest."
Member of Arizona Association of Bed and Breakfast Inns.
Rated #1 Bed and Breakfast in Tucson by Trip Advisor & Voted Most Scenic View by Inn Traveler Magazine
Welcome to our serene desert oasis, Alta Vista Bed and Breakfast Inn of Tucson, Arizona. The Alta Vista Bed and Breakfast is perched high upon a hill with panoramic views of the beautiful Santa Catalina Mountains in the North, the lovely Rincon Mountains in the East, and the lush Tanque Verde Valley spread out before you.
Alta Vista Bed and Breakfast is nestled near the Saguaro National Park East known for its great birding, hiking, running, biking and horseback riding trails. You may just want to spend your day at the B&B having a relaxing afternoon sunning by the pool, enjoying a dip in the pool or a nice soak in the whirlpool spa. Plan ahead to arrange for a wonderful hot stone massage available at the Inn. Our conveniently located inn provides easy access to many sightseeing attractions that the Tucson area provides including the Sonoran Desert Museum, Sabino Canyon, Agua Caliente Park, Colossal Cave, Pima Air and Space Museum, the University of Arizona,Tucson Botanical Gardens and Kartchner Caverns. We offer a 2 for 1 discount on many of these attractions. You will love the star gazing observation at the Mt Lemmon SkyCenter. Also fun day trips are easy to Tubac, Tombstone, Bisbee, Madera Canyon and the Wine Country.Each of our lovely quest rooms offers comfortable casual elegance for your romantic getaway. All guest rooms provide a warm and cozy atmospehere each with private baths, kiva style gas fireplaces, refrig, microwave, satellite TV and Wifi.
In the morning enjoy a full hearty and healthy breakfast which include fresh brewed coffee, juice, homemade muffins or breads, prickly pear cactus jams and fresh fruit. Breakfast entrees may be such delights as Grand Marnier French toast, Spanish omelets or multigrain pancakes with real maple syrup. We are always happy to cater to your special diet needs and personal desires. We look forward to welcoming you into our desert retreat. We love to pamper our guests!
Originally built in 1933, the Adobe Rose Inn is located in the historic Sam Hughes neighborhood in Central Tucson, just two blocks east of the University of Arizona (UA). Nestled in this architecturally diverse neighborhood, the Adobe Rose Inn is an ideal stop for vacationers and professional travelers alike.
The Adobe Rose Inn offers 6 unique rooms, all with private baths. Amenities of the inn include, swimming pool, spa, and wireless internet (WiFi). All rooms are fully appointed with private bathrooms, cable TV, hair dryers, robes, irons, ironing boards, and coffee makers, replete with gourmet coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. Some rooms have fireplaces, microwave ovens, and mini-refrigerators.
The AdobeRoseInn proudly serves delicious vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-free products from Miracle Munchies.
If you are coming to Tucson to experience the desert, Casa Tierra Adobe Bed & Breakfast Inn is the place to be! Casa Tierra is located on five acres of beautiful Sonoran desert thirty minutes from downtown Tucson and the University of Arizona. As you drive over Gate’s Pass through Tucson Mountain Park and Saguaro National Park West you enter an area known for its magnificent Saguaro cacti and fiery sunsets. Every direction provides spectacular mountain views. Abundant wildlife and native vegetation provide a perfect backdrop for our adobe hacienda home. Come relax with us in the quiet of the desert where the voices of the coyotes and birds blend perfectly with the beauty and tranquillity of our private courtyards and fountains.
The Inn
This rustically elegant home of Dave Malmquist, Casa Tierra, recalls true Spanish haciendas of old Mexico. The adobe home features over fifty arches and niches, entryways with vaulted ceilings, saguaro ribbed cabinetry, brick and Saltillo tile floors and brightly colored Talavera tile baths. Rooms open into the beautifully landscaped central courtyard with fountain and the Sonoran desert. The sun baked adobe bricks have been left exposed so that the natural color and texture can be appreciated. The inn features handmade ceramic lights and viga and latilla ceilings.
Rooms
Casa Tierra has three beautifully decorated guest rooms with private desert view patios and baths and a two bedroom family suite. Guestrooms have queen size beds, Talavera tile wet bar areas, refrigerators, microwaves, private entrances and patios or decks with Mexican chimenea fireplaces overlooking the Sonoran desert landscape. You are greeted with complimentary bottled water and iced tea in your refrigerator, fresh fruit and flowers, snack basket and chocolates. Your bath comes complete with plush robes, hair dryer and full amenity package. Each room opens into the central courtyard with fountain where guests can enjoy the lush gardens. Guests also enjoy the large gathering room with TV, games, guest computer with high speed internet and WiFi and library, or they can work out in the fully equipped, state of the art gym. There is a separate outdoor hot tub area with a telescope where guests enjoy watching the sun setting, the moon rising and stars falling. In the evening Casa Tierra glows in candle and luminaria light giving a feeling of times past.
Breakfast
Mornings at Casa Tierra begin with fresh ground coffee or an assortment of fine teas. A full gourmet vegetarian is served in the formal dining room overlooking the lush Sonoran desert or on the portal (arched covered patio) overlooking the courtyard. Breakfast always includes a fruit course, fresh-baked bread, pastries, rolls or muffins and a hot main dish as well as coffee, tea and juice. Complimentary yogurt, bagels and granola are available 24 hours a day.
Recognition
Casa Tierra Adobe Bed and Breakfast Inn was named “One of the best Bed & Breakfasts in the state of Arizona” by PHOENIX MAGAZINE in July, 2001 and again in May, 2003. We were voted one of the “Most Unique Inns in America” by ARRINGTON`S INN TRAVELER MAGAZINE, 2004. We are recommended by FODORS and FROMMERS and have been featured in numerous publications including SMART MONEY MAGAZINE, the WASHINGTON POST, TORONTO TRIBUNE, BOSTON GLOBE, CHICAGO TRIBUNE and BIRDER’S WORLD MAGAZINE.
