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.

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!

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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.

The Jeremiah Inn Bed & Breakfast is a Tucson Arizona Bed and Breakfast offering travelers a desert retreat on their 3+ acres nestled at the threshold of the Catalina Mountains. Our Tucson Arizona bed and breakfast is the perfect getaway for Tucson lodging, swimming, bird watching, hiking and other activities available for your Tucson vacation.

All guest rooms feature private baths, queen beds, sofa, table and chairs, TV, phone, wireless internet, robes, hairdryer and great views. Guest refrigerator and guest laundry available

Enjoy the beauty of the Sonoran desert, the vistas of nearby mountains
and the breathtaking sunsets, all within minutes of fine dining and local attractions.

Come relax and refresh yourself at our 3+ acre desert retreat nestled at the threshold of the Catalina Mountains.

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!

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.

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.

Welcome to Tucson, Arizona, a visit to the Old West where here at Desert Dove Bed and Breakfast you can relax, enjoy and reminisce. Our territorial adobe bed and breakfast is situated on four acres and nestled in the foothills of the Rincon Mountains near the Saguaro National Park East.

The Desert Dove Bed and Breakfast offers beautiful scenic views of Tucson, Arizona, and the Sonora Desert. Hiking and biking trails, horseback riding, and bird watching all located near by in the Saguaro National Park East.

Take a step back in time to the Old West with a relaxing stay at the Desert Dove Bed & Breakfast, where innkeepers Harvey and Betty Rose dedicate themselves to the ultimate comfort of their guests. Housed in an authentic Territorial adobe home, this inviting bed and breakfast offers a glimpse of the Southwest's pioneer days while keeping you firmly in the lap of luxury with modern amenities and comforts, such as wireless Internet, a hydrotherapy spa and delicious gourmet breakfasts and treats. The Desert Dove has two spacious guest rooms, each with its own entrance and bath. The Rosses are avid collectors and have lovingly furnished the inn with antique and period furnishings, along with wonderful collections of dolls, vintage toys and quilts. In the morning, savory scents lure guests to the kitchen, where Betty,a culinary artist of some renown, treats them to a scrumptious breakfast. A 1927 wood-burning cook stove dominates on corner of the inviting country kitchen, while Betty turns out homemade muffins or sensational Southwest-style frittatas with fresh salsa for your dining pleasure. Visitors here release favorable reports to Arrington's Inn Traveler, which has honored the Desert Dove on several occasions, including a second place for customer service. Desert Dove is just a short walk from Saguaro National Park East and convenient to numerous Arizona attractions, including Desert Museum and Colossal Cave. Experience serene comfort in the desert with a stay at Desert Dove Bed & Breakfast.

www.desertdovebb.com Celebrating 10 Years of "Serene Comfort in the Desert" 1998 - 2008 "Oh, that I had the wings of a dove! I would fly away and be at rest. I would fly away and stay in the desert." Psalm 55 : 6 & 7

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