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Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near University of Arizona

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Located in downtown Tucson, Red Lion Inn & Suites offers a peaceful garden setting and convenient amenities. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, free WiFi, and a refreshing outdoor pool. The hotel's location is within biking distance of the University of Arizona.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Basic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
222 S. Freeway Rd., Tucson, AZ, 85745

What's nearby

  • Tucson Museum of Art - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Tucson Convention Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Fox Theatre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rialto Theatre - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • University of Arizona - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 6 min drive
  • Roy Laos Transit Center - 7 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Whole Slvce Pizza - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪La Estrella Bakery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Decibel Coffee Works - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown

Hotel near Tucson Convention Center
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a garden, and laundry facilities at Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, a vegetable garden, and a banquet hall
  • A water dispenser, a vending machine, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 100 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and tubs or showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free extra beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25.00
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Red Lion Inn Tucson Downtown
Red Lion Tucson Downtown
Red Lion & Suites Tucson
Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown Hotel
Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown Tucson
Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown Hotel Tucson

Frequently asked questions

Does Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown?

As of Dec 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown on Dec 21, 2025 start from $54.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25.00 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown located?

Located in Menlo Park, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Pusch Ridge Resort Course and Tucson Convention Center. University of Arizona is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away. Tucson Station is 21 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Red Lion Inn & Suites Tucson Downtown Reviews

6.8

6.6

Cleanliness

6.4

Amenities

7.6

Staff & service

6.6

Eco-friendliness

6.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 431 out of 1179 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 197 out of 1179 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 181 out of 1179 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 130 out of 1179 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 240 out of 1179 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fav place to stay at when I need a quick , quiet and convenient place to stay at.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and awesome customer service!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheyenne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds are comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

luis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
comfortable & clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheyenne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room yummy breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I liked that it was clean and very affordable. The beds were nice and there was fresh coffee in the morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanner

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is amazing here! There was some technical difficulties with the door and they worked to all ends to get it fixed for me! Norma and Robert treated me and all other guest with upmost respect and professionalism. They even called me to let me know I forgot an something of mine in the room! I would absolutely come back here! You all are great, thank you so much for everything!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here are all very friendly and do their best to keep guest happy 😃
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dana Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was friendly and attentive. Breakfast was a bit lacking. Maybe a waffle maker? Or even fresh, cold water to serve would have been helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kamara

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room,friendly staff great price!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love it here and I like all staff here very professional
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love everything and all staff are wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and pool
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheyenne

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff is really awesome I really enjoy the stuff a lot
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Manuel L

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room, friendly, Staff. But there was homeless people around the Carl’s Jr. right across from my room. They require $100 deposit aside from your room rate. . Did not complete our stay as we left the next day, and we did not get a refund. Also The room smelled bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

cynthia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The manager was very nice and helpful in finding a place to eat. I didn't feel safe with the neighbors and people in the area. I would stay here for one night but not safe, with my kids.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This budget hotels has the best mattresses in the business. I got a great good night sleep because of this.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

AISSA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always nice an clean. Friendly people enjoy staying thete
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Good experience! Cheap and clean! The employees were great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I liked my stay. The room is clean and the employees is very friendly. The hotel location is very good also is quiet. The price is excellent. I am happy with my stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Nerdy

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff super friendly room had alot of dead zones butbwas cleaner than last time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great very friendly, we kept having issues with the air unit in our room so not only did they give us a new room but they upgraded our room at no cost to us
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julieta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service, comfy beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

LDA

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an issue with one of the bathrooms and I was kindly switched to another room by the front desk. No other issues besides that and everything else went smoothly. I would go back just need to check the bathroom cleaning quality next time :)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Clean rooms. Staff are attentive
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025