Sam Hughes Travel Guide

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Tucson Arizona, USA: The old St. Augustine Cathedral in visual contrast against the corporate buildings of downtown.
Tucson Arizona, USA: The old St. Augustine Cathedral in visual contrast against the corporate buildings of downtown.
Beautiful blooms on the cactus.  An unexpected sight, for me, in the middle of the desert.
the most amazing sunsets ever!
I can't decide... I love both sunsets!


Our pick of the best Sam Hughes Hotel Deals

Aloft Tucson University

Aloft Tucson University

3 out of 5
1900 E Speedway Blvd Tucson AZ
The price is NZ$228 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
NZ$228
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
The room needs upgrading. The drapes were broken. The headboard was scratched. The ceiling looked deteriorating. The decorative pillows were missing on the beds. There were only 3 bath towels at start. I think there should be 4. The location to the university was excellent. The staff at front desk ...

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Aloft Tucson University
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills

3 Palms Tucson North Foothills

3 out of 5
7411 N Oracle Rd Tucson AZ
The price is NZ$179 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
NZ$179
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,330 reviews)
Staff was extremely nice. Pool area was great.

Reviewed on 18 Feb 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 NZ$174 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
NZ$174
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,109 reviews)
Our room was ok, but very dark. The only lights were very small and dim. Bed was extremely comfortable, but the chair was metal. We would have liked a more comfortable chair for watching TV. Room was well equipped and clean. Floor is like a concrete floor, which was weird. But the place is very eclectic ...

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Hotel McCoy - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
Lodge on the Desert

Lodge on the Desert

4 out of 5
306 North Alvernon Way Tucson AZ
The price is NZ$474 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
NZ$474
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly resort in Tucson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,066 reviews)
Clean room, lovely staff and nice restaurant.

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Lodge on the Desert
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa

Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
245 E Ina Rd Tucson AZ
The price is NZ$493 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
NZ$493
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Tucson. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,031 reviews)
Hotel grounds and location were fantastic. Room was large and comfortable.

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort

4.5 out of 5
7000 N Resort Dr Tucson AZ
The price is NZ$729 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
NZ$729
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Tucson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Everything is top notch. Clean rooms, location, hiking, golf, pool, fitness, spa, etc. Would highly recommend

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Sam Hughes

Beautiful blooms on the cactus.  An unexpected sight, for me, in the middle of the desert.

Midtown

If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Midtown
Some amazing cheap breakfast all the college kids at U of A come here. Giant pancakes and some very good omelettes come give it a try.

Blenman-Elm

While Blenman-Elm isn't home to many top sights, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

Blenman-Elm
Tucson Mountain Park with Saguaro Cactus Panorama

Palo Verde

When in Palo Verde, you can plan a visit to Tucson Botanical Gardens and McKale Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Palo Verde
Downtown Tucson

Downtown Tucson

4/5(3 area reviews)

Theatres, river views and live music are some highlights of Downtown Tucson. Make a stop by Fox Theatre or Rialto Theatre while you're exploring.

Downtown Tucson
The huge cactus - Carnegie giant

South Park

If you're spending some time in South Park, Rocks and Ropes and Cinemark Century Tucson Marketplace are top sights worth seeing.

South Park
Aerial Panorama of Saguaro Forest in warm afternoon sunlight

South Tucson

Restaurants and festivals are just a few things travellers like about South Tucson. A stop by Tucson Greyhound Park is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

South Tucson


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