Mount Lemmon Lodge
Tucson, United States · ★★★★★ · 9.6/10 Exceptional · guest rating
Mountain lodge among pines in the Santa Catalina Mountains, with private balconies, a sauna, a cafe and cabins near trails, about 28 miles from Tucson.
Mount Lemmon Lodge is in the town of Mount Lemmon, in the Santa Catalina Mountains, and is described as a retreat surrounded by pines. The private balconies offer wide views and a cool breeze, a sharp contrast with the desert heat of Tucson down below. The setting invites hiking, stargazing at night and unplugging from the pace of the city.
It is a small property, closer to a mountain inn than a city hotel. It has a sauna to unwind in after a hike, a ground-floor porch meant for gathering and playing games, and a cafe on site serving something to drink. Guests rate it very highly; confirm with the lodge which services are open at different times of year.
Why stay here
- Mountain lodge among pines in the Santa Catalina Mountains
- Private balconies with views and a cool mountain breeze
- Sauna and porch to unwind after a hike
- Trails, an observatory and seasonal skiing nearby
- Tip: allow time for the mountain road from Tucson
The setting
The lodge is a two-story wooden building with a circular entrance and a cozy interior, with a wooden table and a living room with a fireplace and leather seating. The rooms have roomy beds and some show a stone fireplace; there is also a kitchen with wooden cabinets. Everything conveys a mountain cabin style, simple and warm, in keeping with the pine forest outside.
What we like
- Pine forest setting and fresh air in the Santa Catalina Mountains
- Private balconies with views
- Sauna to unwind after a hike
- Trails and seasonal skiing a few minutes by car
- Very high guest ratings
Worth knowing
- About 28 miles from Tucson on a mountain road
- Small property: services are simpler than at a resort
Don't miss
If you are into the night sky, the Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter Observatory is about 8 minutes away by car; check its hours and reservations. During the day, the trails of the Pusch Ridge Wilderness are about 2 minutes away.
Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Sauna
- On-site cafe
- 24-hour front desk
- Free parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
- Bathrobes
- Complimentary toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Private balconies
Location
The lodge is at 12833 N Sabino Canyon Park, in Mount Lemmon, about 28 miles from Tucson by mountain road. Mt Lemmon Ski Valley and the Pusch Ridge Wilderness are about 2 minutes by car, the SkyCenter Observatory about 8 and Mount Bigelow about 23. Allow extra time for the round trip; traffic and road conditions vary.
Address: 12833 N Sabino Canyon Park, Mount Lemmon, AZ, 85619
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Frequently asked questions
Is the lodge inside Tucson?
No. It is in Mount Lemmon, in the Santa Catalina Mountains, about 28 miles from Tucson. Plan your travel time for a mountain road and check the road conditions before you go.
What is there to do nearby?
There are trails in the Pusch Ridge Wilderness, seasonal skiing at Mt Lemmon Ski Valley and the SkyCenter observatory. Confirm hours and conditions before heading out.
Does it have parking?
The listing shows free parking, plus accessible spaces and an electric vehicle charging station. Ask the lodge about availability when you book.
Is there a place to eat?
Inside the lodge there is a cafe that serves drinks. For other meals, ask the lodge about options in the area and their hours, which can change with the season.
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