University Inn
$78
/ night
Avg. for September
Prices for University Inn
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$78
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at University Inn average $73 in August, the cheapest month, and $149 in February, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $121 |
| February | $149 |
| March | $104 |
| April | $84 |
| May | $88 |
| June | $73 |
| July | $75 |
| August | $73 |
| September | $78 |
| October | $93 |
| November | $91 |
| December | $79 |
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Most expensive: February (~$149)
Cheapest: August (~$73)
About this property
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 39 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and a turndown service, as well as phones with free local calls.
Location
With a stay at University Inn, you'll be centrally located in Tucson, within a 5-minute drive of University of Arizona and Tucson Convention Center. This motel is 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Tucson Mall and 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base.
What's nearby
Southern Arizona Heritage and Visitor Center(0.8 miles)
El Presidio Park(0.8 miles)
La Casa Cordova(0.8 miles)
Romero House(0.8 miles)
Arizona History Museum(0.9 miles)
Fox Theatre(0.9 miles)
Tucson Museum of Art(0.9 miles)
Rialto Theatre(1.1 miles)
University of Arizona(1.1 miles)
University of Arizona Museum of Art(1.1 miles)
St. Augustine Cathedral(1.1 miles)
Center for Creative Photography(1.1 miles)
Centennial Hall(1.1 miles)
Tucson Music Hall(1.1 miles)
Children's Museum Tucson(1.2 miles)
Tucson International Airport (TUS)(9.9 miles)
Tucson, AZ (AVW-Marana Regional)(20.5 miles)
Parking
Swimming pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Pool Outdoor
Designated Smoking Area
Location
950 North Stone Avenue, Dunbar Spring, Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Southern Arizona Heritage and Visitor Center (0.8 miles)
El Presidio Park (0.8 miles)
La Casa Cordova (0.8 miles)
Romero House (0.8 miles)
Arizona History Museum (0.9 miles)
Fox Theatre (0.9 miles)
Room options
18
Family Room, Multiple Beds
Room details
1 King Bed
and 2 Full Beds
Sleeps 8
400 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
22
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds
Room details
2 Full Beds
Sleeps 4
295 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
4
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible
Room details
2 Full Beds
Sleeps 4
295 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
14
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
295 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
Guest reviews of University Inn
8.5
Very good
Based on 1,002 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
19%
Couple
23%
Family
31%
Group
14%
Solo
10%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At University Inn, travelers consistently praise clean, renovated rooms, comfortable beds, friendly service, and good value in a convenient location near the University of Arizona and downtown, though the surrounding area feels a bit run-down to some.
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What guests think
At University Inn, travelers consistently praise clean, renovated rooms, comfortable beds, friendly service, and good value in a convenient location near the University of Arizona and downtown, though the surrounding area feels a bit run-down to some.
Rooms feature updated decor and generally reliable Wi-Fi, but some guests report noise from traffic, trains, or thin walls. Parking is ample and free, a small clean pool is available, and several reviews mention on-site EV chargers. Overall, expect a practical, affordable stay suited to campus visits or downtown events.
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Facilities
Free on-site parking is frequently praised as ample and felt secure, and several reviews note EV charging. A small, clean pool is mentioned; on-site laundry is limited.
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Matthew
Apr 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed here twice a week apart. Modern, clean, and a great place to stay. Making improvements like electric car charging. Would recommend!
Stayed here twice a week apart. Modern, clean, and a great place to stay. Making improvements like electric car charging. Would recommend!
10
Matthew
Apr 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed here on the way to the eclipse and on the way back. Clean, affordable, easy to access, close to downtown, university, and other areas. I walked down to the Fox Theater for a show the first night I stayed. They have electric car charging for those who need it. Plan on staying here again when I'm in town.
Stayed here on the way to the eclipse and on the way back. Clean, affordable, easy to access, close to downtown, university, and other areas. I walked down to the Fox Theater for a show the first night I stayed. They have electric car charging for those who need it. Plan on staying here again when I'm in town.
10
William
Mar 18, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Family room with three beds was set up really well, kids loved their area with lots of lighting options (they left the LED strip light by the tv on as a nightlight) and the shared vanity was great. Even though it was March the kids wanted to use the pool which was clean with ample deck seating and well secured. My oldest said the bedding was the most comfortable from any hotel we've stayed in. Staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. We would certainly stay here again.
Family room with three beds was set up really well, kids loved their area with lots of lighting options (they left the LED strip light by the tv on as a nightlight) and the shared vanity was great. Even though it was March the kids wanted to use the pool which was clean with ample deck seating and well secured. My oldest said the bedding was the most comfortable from any hotel we've stayed in. Staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. We would certainly stay here again.
10
Anne
Apr 1, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
this property has been updated; the rooms are clean, modern and updated. the bathroom (shower and toilet) is a little small, but has a very large vanity outside of bathroom. room was cleaned nicley. quiet location, easy parking and even has a cute little pool.
this property has been updated; the rooms are clean, modern and updated. the bathroom (shower and toilet) is a little small, but has a very large vanity outside of bathroom. room was cleaned nicley. quiet location, easy parking and even has a cute little pool.
10
Michael
Mar 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff, located close to downtown and university. The Tesla charger was great and the room was clean and comfortable and updated!
Friendly staff, located close to downtown and university. The Tesla charger was great and the room was clean and comfortable and updated!
10
Christopher
Oct 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed for one night to attend a concert in town. The rooms were really cool looking. They were super clean and the bed was very comfortable. It was actually a very quiet hotel, which we appreciated, as we like to sleep in. Plenty of parking in a safe area. The air conditioning worked great! The staff was really nice and had us laughing upon check in. The owner greeted us in the parking lot as we were leaving and asked for our feedback. I was really impressed. We will definitely stay here again. The only suggestion I gave the owner was to CLR the shower head a little, as a few of the streams were clogged. But overall, even that didn't bother me. It was still a very clean shower/tub. Try this Inn in your next stay! Great price and you won't be disappointed!
We stayed for one night to attend a concert in town. The rooms were really cool looking. They were super clean and the bed was very comfortable. It was actually a very quiet hotel, which we appreciated, as we like to sleep in. Plenty of parking in a safe area. The air conditioning worked great! The staff was really nice and had us laughing upon check in. The owner greeted us in the parking lot as we were leaving and asked for our feedback. I was really impressed. We will definitely stay here again. The only suggestion I gave the owner was to CLR the shower head a little, as a few of the streams were clogged. But overall, even that didn't bother me. It was still a very clean shower/tub. Try this Inn in your next stay! Great price and you won't be disappointed!
10
Robert
Aug 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great price and clean and comfortable to boot. Also was able to charge my Tesla overnight so that was a win win for me. Would definitely return.
Great price and clean and comfortable to boot. Also was able to charge my Tesla overnight so that was a win win for me. Would definitely return.
6
Makaria
Sep 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
For the price, it was an ok stay. Rather dingy and rundown, though not dirty. Looks like not much as been updated in decades and decades. Feels a bit uncomfortable and gloomy. Family room included a very cramped, dark second bedroom. Not the least bit inviting. Pool was a nice touch, and very clean. Staff was friendly.
For the price, it was an ok stay. Rather dingy and rundown, though not dirty. Looks like not much as been updated in decades and decades. Feels a bit uncomfortable and gloomy. Family room included a very cramped, dark second bedroom. Not the least bit inviting. Pool was a nice touch, and very clean. Staff was friendly.
10
Marie
Sep 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Property was a good location. Parking was good and available. Rooms were clean and lighting was great (bright).
Property was a good location. Parking was good and available. Rooms were clean and lighting was great (bright).
10
Dana Van
Apr 10, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were helpful with getting us towels for the pool
The staff were helpful with getting us towels for the pool
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Cleanliness
Reviews repeatedly describe very clean rooms and a well-kept, recently renovated property. A few guests noted issues such as odors, mold or bugs, and occasional maintenance lapses.
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Antonio
Oct 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Quick check in. Quiet and clean. Overall, a great experience.
Quick check in. Quiet and clean. Overall, a great experience.
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Chris
Apr 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The tv didn’t work it would work for 1 min then not work for 5 then again. The shower had mold around it
The tv didn’t work it would work for 1 min then not work for 5 then again. The shower had mold around it
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BRETT
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Property was very clean and very well taken care of. Older but the rooms were very nice and the staff was very friendly and helpful.
Property was very clean and very well taken care of. Older but the rooms were very nice and the staff was very friendly and helpful.
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Jeff
Oct 2, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Came into town to see kid at UofA. Friendly staff. Clean rooms that looked to be recently redone. Comfy beds. Worked great for us. Would stay here again.
Came into town to see kid at UofA. Friendly staff. Clean rooms that looked to be recently redone. Comfy beds. Worked great for us. Would stay here again.
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Sarah
Nov 18, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The room I was in was carpeted (opposite from in the photo), but it made no difference in my experience. The room was very clean, plenty of plugs, comfortable beds, and both a mini fridge and a microwave. It's clearly undergone a glow-up from something closer to a Motel 6 and includes some very nice mural art on the wall dividing the bathroom from the rest of the room. The front desk staff was great and I paid very reasonable prices. The only possible drawback would be if I had no car, but overall I'd stay there again in an instant.
The room I was in was carpeted (opposite from in the photo), but it made no difference in my experience. The room was very clean, plenty of plugs, comfortable beds, and both a mini fridge and a microwave. It's clearly undergone a glow-up from something closer to a Motel 6 and includes some very nice mural art on the wall dividing the bathroom from the rest of the room. The front desk staff was great and I paid very reasonable prices. The only possible drawback would be if I had no car, but overall I'd stay there again in an instant.
4
Zachariah
May 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Never seen my socks so dirty
Never seen my socks so dirty
10
Brian
Mar 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We got two rooms. I'm very picky when it comes to cleanliness. I was pleasantly surprised at how clean the rooms were. Absolutely no funky odors. The beds were very comfortable and had nice white bedding. Staff was very pleasant. I will definitely stay there again when I'm in Tucson.
We got two rooms. I'm very picky when it comes to cleanliness. I was pleasantly surprised at how clean the rooms were. Absolutely no funky odors. The beds were very comfortable and had nice white bedding. Staff was very pleasant. I will definitely stay there again when I'm in Tucson.
10
Nita
Mar 18, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Clean and comfortable!
Clean and comfortable!
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Christopher
Oct 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed for one night to attend a concert in town. The rooms were really cool looking. They were super clean and the bed was very comfortable. It was actually a very quiet hotel, which we appreciated, as we like to sleep in. Plenty of parking in a safe area. The air conditioning worked great! The staff was really nice and had us laughing upon check in. The owner greeted us in the parking lot as we were leaving and asked for our feedback. I was really impressed. We will definitely stay here again. The only suggestion I gave the owner was to CLR the shower head a little, as a few of the streams were clogged. But overall, even that didn't bother me. It was still a very clean shower/tub. Try this Inn in your next stay! Great price and you won't be disappointed!
We stayed for one night to attend a concert in town. The rooms were really cool looking. They were super clean and the bed was very comfortable. It was actually a very quiet hotel, which we appreciated, as we like to sleep in. Plenty of parking in a safe area. The air conditioning worked great! The staff was really nice and had us laughing upon check in. The owner greeted us in the parking lot as we were leaving and asked for our feedback. I was really impressed. We will definitely stay here again. The only suggestion I gave the owner was to CLR the shower head a little, as a few of the streams were clogged. But overall, even that didn't bother me. It was still a very clean shower/tub. Try this Inn in your next stay! Great price and you won't be disappointed!
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Eric
May 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Not a terrible place, but it did smell weird in the room. I couldn't get the TV to work at all -- it turned on, but no connection. It was too late at night for me to care enough to call the front desk. But it was annoying.
Not a terrible place, but it did smell weird in the room. I couldn't get the TV to work at all -- it turned on, but no connection. It was too late at night for me to care enough to call the front desk. But it was annoying.
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Rooms
Updated, retro-modern rooms with comfortable beds and functional amenities; Wi-Fi generally works well. Some report noise from street or trains, thin walls, and occasionally noisy or underperforming A/C.
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William
Nov 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was fine. Close to downtown. AC unit in Room 105 was really noisy with weird rattles, and the toilet tank leaked so it filled sporadically through the night. The room was recently renovated, with a large TV and comfortable bed. The price was economical.
The room was fine. Close to downtown. AC unit in Room 105 was really noisy with weird rattles, and the toilet tank leaked so it filled sporadically through the night. The room was recently renovated, with a large TV and comfortable bed. The price was economical.
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Molly
Mar 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
From the outside this was nothing special BUT the service and quality of rooms made it outstanding. We were really surprised how nice the space was.
From the outside this was nothing special BUT the service and quality of rooms made it outstanding. We were really surprised how nice the space was.
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Martin
Oct 20, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Water pressure is garbage, don’t plan on taking a shower here. A/C was not very good. Parking free but, not secure. Noisy street and trains
Water pressure is garbage, don’t plan on taking a shower here. A/C was not very good. Parking free but, not secure. Noisy street and trains
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fred
May 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The motel is situated so that one can easily walk to the University of Arizona. The decor is very colorful.
The motel is situated so that one can easily walk to the University of Arizona. The decor is very colorful.
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Lorena
May 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great mattresses. Great shower pressure. Quiet. Friendly staff. Great location.
Great mattresses. Great shower pressure. Quiet. Friendly staff. Great location.
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Rebecca
Jan 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was great just as shown in the pictures. However the TV kept turning off and on every few minutes, it would show the HDMI signal on the screen and go blank and then turn back on, so think the connection was bad. When turning on the shower it made a very loud squeaking noise that was right in your ear while showering. Other than that, everything else was great. Very clean. Has everything you need inside, microwave, fridge, coffee. iron etc.
Everything was great just as shown in the pictures. However the TV kept turning off and on every few minutes, it would show the HDMI signal on the screen and go blank and then turn back on, so think the connection was bad. When turning on the shower it made a very loud squeaking noise that was right in your ear while showering. Other than that, everything else was great. Very clean. Has everything you need inside, microwave, fridge, coffee. iron etc.
10
Munkhbayar
Nov 12, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great clean property. Internet connection was great too!
Great clean property. Internet connection was great too!
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Carla
Nov 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
For a one night stay this was great. Older remodeled motel, very clean, comfy beds. Train whistle sounds at 5:58am.
For a one night stay this was great. Older remodeled motel, very clean, comfy beds. Train whistle sounds at 5:58am.
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Donna
Apr 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Walls are thin and my neighbors were hard of hearing. Aside from that the hotel is absolutely adorable, clean, adequate parking and the owner made certain I was unquestionably clear this is a non-smoking hotel (which I very much appreciate). Will definitely re-book for my next stay.
Walls are thin and my neighbors were hard of hearing. Aside from that the hotel is absolutely adorable, clean, adequate parking and the owner made certain I was unquestionably clear this is a non-smoking hotel (which I very much appreciate). Will definitely re-book for my next stay.
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Jinyi
May 4, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The property is well maintained and well taken care of. Friendly and helpful staff, clean facility, comfortable bed, and good internet.
The property is well maintained and well taken care of. Friendly and helpful staff, clean facility, comfortable bed, and good internet.
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Service
Staff and owners are widely described as friendly, welcoming, and efficient at check-in. However, a minority reported rude interactions, confusing deposit policies, or inconsistent responsiveness.
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Antonio
Oct 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Quick check in. Quiet and clean. Overall, a great experience.
Quick check in. Quiet and clean. Overall, a great experience.
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Gary
May 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location not far from the university campus. The rooms have been remodeled recently; we were quite pleased with them. The manager was very friendly and checked us in quickly. He stopped what he was doing a little later to help me with the soda machine. We would recommend this motel if you have an event in Tucson. We also walked across the street to Bumsteads for a drink and dinner. Wow, great food!
Excellent location not far from the university campus. The rooms have been remodeled recently; we were quite pleased with them. The manager was very friendly and checked us in quickly. He stopped what he was doing a little later to help me with the soda machine. We would recommend this motel if you have an event in Tucson. We also walked across the street to Bumsteads for a drink and dinner. Wow, great food!
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Kristen
Apr 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I thought the room was very nice. Though, I was disappointed in the friendliness and lack of accommodations from the staff when they were needed. I had a college visit and was told to leave my bags in the middle of the office. Felt really uncomfortable about this and asked for another option but they didn’t help me in any way. Hopefully no one stole from me while I was out.
I thought the room was very nice. Though, I was disappointed in the friendliness and lack of accommodations from the staff when they were needed. I had a college visit and was told to leave my bags in the middle of the office. Felt really uncomfortable about this and asked for another option but they didn’t help me in any way. Hopefully no one stole from me while I was out.
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David
Feb 26, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff...was AMAZING!
Staff...was AMAZING!
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Sarah
Nov 18, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The room I was in was carpeted (opposite from in the photo), but it made no difference in my experience. The room was very clean, plenty of plugs, comfortable beds, and both a mini fridge and a microwave. It's clearly undergone a glow-up from something closer to a Motel 6 and includes some very nice mural art on the wall dividing the bathroom from the rest of the room. The front desk staff was great and I paid very reasonable prices. The only possible drawback would be if I had no car, but overall I'd stay there again in an instant.
The room I was in was carpeted (opposite from in the photo), but it made no difference in my experience. The room was very clean, plenty of plugs, comfortable beds, and both a mini fridge and a microwave. It's clearly undergone a glow-up from something closer to a Motel 6 and includes some very nice mural art on the wall dividing the bathroom from the rest of the room. The front desk staff was great and I paid very reasonable prices. The only possible drawback would be if I had no car, but overall I'd stay there again in an instant.
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Nanette
Feb 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We were in town for Mom’s Weekend at UofA & very pleased with our accommodations! From the courtesy call on the day of check in to the retro-modern decor and MCM charm, the Inn was a pleasant experience.
We were in town for Mom’s Weekend at UofA & very pleased with our accommodations! From the courtesy call on the day of check in to the retro-modern decor and MCM charm, the Inn was a pleasant experience.
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Biodun
May 19, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The property is ok but the manager is very rude, he doesn’t know how to talk to clients, this rude guy was asking me if I have ever stayed in an hotel before because he saw a black couple coming to lodge in the hotel. He said he doesn’t guarantee me of my safety in the hotel, I have never heard something like that from an hotel manager in my lifetime
The property is ok but the manager is very rude, he doesn’t know how to talk to clients, this rude guy was asking me if I have ever stayed in an hotel before because he saw a black couple coming to lodge in the hotel. He said he doesn’t guarantee me of my safety in the hotel, I have never heard something like that from an hotel manager in my lifetime
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Kaitlynn
Mar 13, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
It’s a great location. Just felt as if staff was a bit too nosy and it made us feel uncomfortable. We had room service knocking on our door all morning when we had the do not disturb sign out as well.
It’s a great location. Just felt as if staff was a bit too nosy and it made us feel uncomfortable. We had room service knocking on our door all morning when we had the do not disturb sign out as well.
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Danielle
Jun 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Never was able to check in. We called the hotel and spoke with 2 different representatives to inquire about an incidental fee hold on my credit card, as we have recently had to wait over 30 days for a refund from a previous stay elsewhere and didn’t want a repeat situation. The hotel website and the hotels.com app weren’t very transparent as to that hotels specific policy, so I called the hotel for clarification. Both reps stated that there would be no fee held on my card, only keep the information I file in case something did happen (we don’t trash hotel rooms or anything like that), which is no problem. When I arrived, the front desk staff was rude, and informed us there was a $100 hold, BOTH staff that I had spoken with were wrong and I would have to either pay the fee or couldn’t check in. And my reservation was unrefundable, how convenient. So I contacted the hotels.com service line, the agent was very kind and understanding and even called the hotel to attempt to negotiate a refund because of the circumstances surrounding the situation. The agent said the hotel was extremely rude, refused to give any sort of refund, and directed the agent to contact the manager via email; who was not available until Monday. This was Friday evening. So basically they got a nice $93 tip and we never even checked in.
Never was able to check in. We called the hotel and spoke with 2 different representatives to inquire about an incidental fee hold on my credit card, as we have recently had to wait over 30 days for a refund from a previous stay elsewhere and didn’t want a repeat situation. The hotel website and the hotels.com app weren’t very transparent as to that hotels specific policy, so I called the hotel for clarification. Both reps stated that there would be no fee held on my card, only keep the information I file in case something did happen (we don’t trash hotel rooms or anything like that), which is no problem. When I arrived, the front desk staff was rude, and informed us there was a $100 hold, BOTH staff that I had spoken with were wrong and I would have to either pay the fee or couldn’t check in. And my reservation was unrefundable, how convenient. So I contacted the hotels.com service line, the agent was very kind and understanding and even called the hotel to attempt to negotiate a refund because of the circumstances surrounding the situation. The agent said the hotel was extremely rude, refused to give any sort of refund, and directed the agent to contact the manager via email; who was not available until Monday. This was Friday evening. So basically they got a nice $93 tip and we never even checked in.
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Patrick
Mar 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I believe the owner checked us in. He was kind and friendly, had pride in ownership. Seemed to want to ensure a safe, quiet environment. Would stay again.
I believe the owner checked us in. He was kind and friendly, had pride in ownership. Seemed to want to ensure a safe, quiet environment. Would stay again.
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Location
Convenient for the University of Arizona, downtown, and I-10, with restaurants and bars within walking or short driving distance. Several reviews describe the immediate area as sketchy or run-down, though many felt the property itself was secure.
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Rachel
Oct 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We came for family weekend at U of A. This hotel is 1 mile away so it was good for walking to the University, food and bars. Down side is it’s in a rough neighborhood. Staff was very friendly and rooms were clean and comfy beds.
We came for family weekend at U of A. This hotel is 1 mile away so it was good for walking to the University, food and bars. Down side is it’s in a rough neighborhood. Staff was very friendly and rooms were clean and comfy beds.
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Brian
Jul 28, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Good location for walking to historic district.
Good location for walking to historic district.
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Michael
Mar 18, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location if you want to explore downtown Tucson, and also for going to Saguaro National Park.
Great location if you want to explore downtown Tucson, and also for going to Saguaro National Park.
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Maeson
May 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Pleasantly surprised. The area around is rather sketchy but this quaint inn is clean and the rooms are very nice.
Pleasantly surprised. The area around is rather sketchy but this quaint inn is clean and the rooms are very nice.
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GEORGE
Apr 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
good location
good location
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Cheryl
Aug 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
University Inn is a recently remodeled hotel. It's easy access to I-10. Close to downtown Tucson and many restaurants. Room was clean, bed very comfortable, and room was quiet. Price for the night good too. We will stay again.
University Inn is a recently remodeled hotel. It's easy access to I-10. Close to downtown Tucson and many restaurants. Room was clean, bed very comfortable, and room was quiet. Price for the night good too. We will stay again.
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Andrew
Sep 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It’s very convenient location. Walking distance to the University and downtown but there are plenty of ride share options so you can park and go. Recently remodeled and very functional at a great price. Perfect to go to Games at the Uni or just sightseeing and touring Tucson.
It’s very convenient location. Walking distance to the University and downtown but there are plenty of ride share options so you can park and go. Recently remodeled and very functional at a great price. Perfect to go to Games at the Uni or just sightseeing and touring Tucson.
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Sonya
Nov 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was clean and beds were comfortable. The staff was friendly. The only mention is that the area seems a little be less than desirable. It is a stones throw away from a public park. With that being said we did not feel unsafe.
The room was clean and beds were comfortable. The staff was friendly. The only mention is that the area seems a little be less than desirable. It is a stones throw away from a public park. With that being said we did not feel unsafe.
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Marie
Sep 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Property was a good location. Parking was good and available. Rooms were clean and lighting was great (bright).
Property was a good location. Parking was good and available. Rooms were clean and lighting was great (bright).
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Robert Scott
Mar 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very scary neighborhood, if I was with my wife instead of a business trip I never would have stayed there.
Very scary neighborhood, if I was with my wife instead of a business trip I never would have stayed there.
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Dining
Breakfast is a simple continental setup (coffee, pastries, cereal, yogurt, fruit) and generally considered adequate. On-site dining otherwise is limited, though nearby eateries are easy to reach.
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Luanne
Apr 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It is a low key-style small Inn, but scores high in cleanliness, comfort, and very economical in fees. Close to downtown. Offered small breakfast bar and coffee. Friendly staff.
It is a low key-style small Inn, but scores high in cleanliness, comfort, and very economical in fees. Close to downtown. Offered small breakfast bar and coffee. Friendly staff.
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Gary
May 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location not far from the university campus. The rooms have been remodeled recently; we were quite pleased with them. The manager was very friendly and checked us in quickly. He stopped what he was doing a little later to help me with the soda machine. We would recommend this motel if you have an event in Tucson. We also walked across the street to Bumsteads for a drink and dinner. Wow, great food!
Excellent location not far from the university campus. The rooms have been remodeled recently; we were quite pleased with them. The manager was very friendly and checked us in quickly. He stopped what he was doing a little later to help me with the soda machine. We would recommend this motel if you have an event in Tucson. We also walked across the street to Bumsteads for a drink and dinner. Wow, great food!
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Leigh
Apr 14, 2023
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Very clean room!! The bed was soft and comfortable. The shower had two adjustable heads and great water pressure. The shower curtain was too small though and water got all over the floor. Also, the electrical outlet by the desk was loose and I had to wiggle the plug a few times to make the lamp work. The front desk staff was friendly and welcoming. The continental breakfast included fruit, cereal, yogurt, juice, coffee, pastries, and toast. Excellent experience, and I'd happily stay again.
Very clean room!! The bed was soft and comfortable. The shower had two adjustable heads and great water pressure. The shower curtain was too small though and water got all over the floor. Also, the electrical outlet by the desk was loose and I had to wiggle the plug a few times to make the lamp work. The front desk staff was friendly and welcoming. The continental breakfast included fruit, cereal, yogurt, juice, coffee, pastries, and toast. Excellent experience, and I'd happily stay again.
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Elise
Apr 2, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Safe quiet and convenient to campus. Rooms are lovely with very comfortable beds and every amenity needed including microwave, fridge, hair dryer, clock, coffee maker, etc. Breakfast buffet is super basic but sufficient.
Safe quiet and convenient to campus. Rooms are lovely with very comfortable beds and every amenity needed including microwave, fridge, hair dryer, clock, coffee maker, etc. Breakfast buffet is super basic but sufficient.
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Tatsuya
May 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
There is a reasonable Mexican restaurant nearby. I enjoyed the food there.
There is a reasonable Mexican restaurant nearby. I enjoyed the food there.
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Ronald
Apr 19, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nicely refurbished older motel, well maintained. Clean room, comfy bed, got a good night's sleep. Staff was polite, hotel felt safe even though some of the surrounding area is a bit run down. Stone Ave was part of US Highway 80 from 1926 to 1990, so there are several older hotels in the area. It's good to see some of them refurbished and serving travelers again. Outlets for charging gadgets on 2 nite stands. Room with king bed is spacious, bathroom is small; the sink/vanity is outside the bathroom in a dressing area. Overall a pleasant room. Breakfast was not advertised but there was a modest continental breakfast in the office-lobby.
Nicely refurbished older motel, well maintained. Clean room, comfy bed, got a good night's sleep. Staff was polite, hotel felt safe even though some of the surrounding area is a bit run down. Stone Ave was part of US Highway 80 from 1926 to 1990, so there are several older hotels in the area. It's good to see some of them refurbished and serving travelers again. Outlets for charging gadgets on 2 nite stands. Room with king bed is spacious, bathroom is small; the sink/vanity is outside the bathroom in a dressing area. Overall a pleasant room. Breakfast was not advertised but there was a modest continental breakfast in the office-lobby.
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joseph
Apr 8, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great place to stay, clean room and the staff are real nice. Breakfast has cereal, toast, bagels, belvita bisquits, fruit,yogurt, muffins, orange juice and folger's coffee. Walking distance to downtown and easy parking. Property is real quiet and they have a pool. Would stay here again. 5 stars.
Great place to stay, clean room and the staff are real nice. Breakfast has cereal, toast, bagels, belvita bisquits, fruit,yogurt, muffins, orange juice and folger's coffee. Walking distance to downtown and easy parking. Property is real quiet and they have a pool. Would stay here again. 5 stars.
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Leanne
Feb 24, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Great sized room and very comfortable king sized bed. Super value for money given the complimentary breakfast and free parking. 1 mile walk to downtown Tucson and a diner / restaurant across the road was convenient.
Great sized room and very comfortable king sized bed. Super value for money given the complimentary breakfast and free parking. 1 mile walk to downtown Tucson and a diner / restaurant across the road was convenient.
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Bonnie
Jun 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I was impressed. The room was clean and decorated nicely. The building has solar panels. They had continental breakfast and water available. My stay was short, but I felt at home there.
I was impressed. The room was clean and decorated nicely. The building has solar panels. They had continental breakfast and water available. My stay was short, but I felt at home there.
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Kerin
Nov 28, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The people at the desk were great. Dining is limited, You can sometimes really hear the trains. Place was very clean, parking safe and secure.
The people at the desk were great. Dining is limited, You can sometimes really hear the trains. Place was very clean, parking safe and secure.
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Eliziania
last week
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel room was nice and clean beds are comfy kids loved the pool. Will definitely go back again
Hotel room was nice and clean beds are comfy kids loved the pool. Will definitely go back again
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William
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room, big TV, comfortable beds, great AC, accommodating staff, free parking, excellent price.
Clean room, big TV, comfortable beds, great AC, accommodating staff, free parking, excellent price.
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Spencer
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff here was kind and helpful. The air conditioning worked great and the room was clean. Very easy to get to U of A campus as well.
The staff here was kind and helpful. The air conditioning worked great and the room was clean. Very easy to get to U of A campus as well.
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Faarid
last month
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was really nice. Room was well cleaned. No complaints
Staff was really nice. Room was well cleaned. No complaints
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Jeannette
Aug 6, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The room was clean and new and comfortable The staff were extremely helpful. We arrived very late. we had let them know and they were waiting for us. We were only there one night. If we have a reason to go to Tucson again we would definitely stay at the University Inn
The room was clean and new and comfortable The staff were extremely helpful. We arrived very late. we had let them know and they were waiting for us. We were only there one night. If we have a reason to go to Tucson again we would definitely stay at the University Inn
Property Policies
FAQs about University Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is from 3:00 PM, and check-out time is until 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges could apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. Specific accessibility features for rooms and bathrooms are not detailed.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is centrally located in Tucson, within a 5-minute drive of Tucson Convention Center and University of Arizona. It is approximately 4.5 miles from Tucson Mall and 7.3 miles from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available. It is seasonal and operational hours are not specified.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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- 2026-09-24: 66.38889616355895USD
- 2026-09-25: 81.59012428283691USD
- 2026-09-26: 81.88006817092895USD
- 2026-09-27: 66.37043475914001USD
- 2026-09-28: 66.8838028022766USD
- 2026-09-29: 67.23889583053588USD
- 2026-09-30: 67.23889583053588USD
- 2026-10-01: 89.202388381958USD
- 2026-10-02: 222.65923285064696USD
- 2026-10-03: 224.08841529235838USD
- 2026-10-04: 81.6172296180725USD
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- 2026-10-27: 71.6090815864563USD
- 2026-10-28: 70.83739400596617USD
- 2026-10-29: 72.22701316757201USD
- 2026-10-30: 77.5040760055542USD
- 2026-10-31: 78.27801871490477USD
- 2026-11-01: 66.93134442176819USD
- 2026-11-02: 67.75877090568542USD
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- 2026-11-10: 69.2509568309784USD
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- 2026-11-12: 70.99648787345886USD
- 2026-11-13: 74.84204307861327USD
- 2026-11-14: 82.542673197937USD
- 2026-11-15: 67.1408393245697USD
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- 2026-11-17: 67.76734477424621USD
- 2026-11-18: 67.14832284927368USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. Quiet hours are enforced at the property from 10:00 PM to 10:00 AM. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Popular amenities
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Family Room
Beach Sun Loungers
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Activities
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Pool Outdoor
Outdoor Furniture
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Electric Car charging station
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24-Hour Front Desk
Internet
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