Tucson is a popular Southwest destination worth spending more than just a few days in. This is a wonderful place to spend time if you enjoy art, great food, outdoor recreation, and plenty of sunshine. There is a lot of history you can learn about in Tucson, as well as the amazing plants and animals of the desert. To extend your stay and make the most of your trip to Tucson, it’s fun to stay in a local Airbnb and really get a feel for the city. Here are some of the best Airbnbs to book for your Tucson vacation.
Catalina Foothills Fountain Courtyard Guest Suite
You’ll also love this guest suite, Casita Tolsa, that accommodates up to four guests. The suite offers a private entrance, private patio, and parking. You’ll be close to great hiking and La Encantada Mall from here. High-tech features of the space include HDTV with multiple streaming services and high-speed Wi-Fi. Sit back and relax as you watch the desert wildlife and soak up the views from the courtyard and patio here.
Stunning Southwest Style Vacation Home
For larger groups up to eight people, you can stay at this vacation home in Tucson. It has four bedrooms and two bathrooms on an acre lot. The Southwestern home also has a private swimming pool and a hot tub that guests can use. You’ll love the mountain views from the property, as well as the outdoor kitchen, and fireplace. The kitchen on site is fully stocked, and there is a three-car garage and washer and dryer for guest usage. It truly feels like a home away from home here and is in a great neighborhood that’s close to the interstate but without the noise of being too close to it.
Catalina Foothills West Suite with Rooftop Patio
Four guests can stay in the private room in a suite at Catalina Foothills Estates. Here you’ll be close to the La Encantada Mall, restaurants, and art galleries. It offers views of the mountain range and city from the traditional territorial-style home. The guest suite is separate from the main house and has a private vibe. Inside, you’ll find a 55-inch TV with lots of watching options. The space also offers a large patio, roof deck, and outdoor grill. It’s about 15 minutes by car to the University of Arizona campus from here.
Guesthouse with Spectacular Views
Up to seven guests can stay in this Airbnb property, which has six beds and one bath. It’s cozy, accommodating, charming, and has all the amenities of a five-star hotel. Called La Casita de Agave, this property has a full deck, well-stocked kitchen, fridge, microwave, and multiple bed options. It is a stand-alone structure that is minutes from downtown, Catalina State Park, and Old Tucson. You’ll access the space with a key code and enjoy an attentive host that is happy to help make your stay a comfortable one.
Central and Stylish Midcentury Pool House
You’ll have a pool to cool off in on a hot day in Tucson when you rent this Airbnb. It is a guesthouse for two people that has one bedroom and one bathroom. The home is in the historic Jefferson Park neighborhood and comes with a queen-size bed, fireplace, and modern furniture. The pool house/casita is next to the large pool and a totally private space. Inside, you’ll also find a stocked bathroom, mini-fridge, electric kettle, and freshly ground coffee for brewing. There’s a gas grill on the patio as well. The pool is best to use between April and October because it is not heated.
Private Tucson Sonoran Desert Guest House
Meanwhile, this’ guesthouse is available on Airbnb and accommodates up to four guests with one bedroom and one bath. It is a private retreat in Northeastern Tucson with lovely views of the Catalina Mountains. You’ll be just minutes from the beautiful Sabino Canyon and close to restaurants too. There’s a kitchenette inside with a fridge, microwave, coffeemaker and more. The guest house is ideal for both one-night getaways and extended stays. Laundry facilities are available upon request, while a pool, outdoor seating, and barbecue grill are other perks of staying here.
Tucson Poet's Studio
This poet studio is a great place to stay for two guests in Tucson. It has one bed and one bath and was featured in New York Magazine’s “Taste the Flavors of Tucson.” This is a peaceful retreat that shares a private 1/3-acre lot, pool, and courtyard with an adobe home and working studio. Guests enjoy the plunge pool and views of the mountains. It has a well-appointed kitchenette and everything you need for toiletries and supplies. Access to the studio is through a private side yard, and pets are welcome for a $20 fee. Within two miles of the space, you’ll find lots of great restaurants, grocery stores, and local attractions.
Breakfast at Old West Adobe
For your group of up to three guests, consider staying at this earth house that’s an Old West adobe in a quiet and historic Tucson neighborhood. Many local sights are within walking distance. This is a newly remodeled space with a full-size refrigerator, artistic touches, and all the comforts of home. The adobe is stocked with everything you need for a delicious breakfast, including eggs, locally baked tortillas, oatmeal, seasonal fruit and vegetables, and more. You can access the space through your own private entrance and patio area. Parking is free on site.
Historic 2nd Level with Private Deck
Another great option is this remodeled upstairs studio that sleeps up to three guests in two beds and has one bath. You’ll be close to historic 4th Avenue and minutes from downtown here. It offers a fridge, stove, microwave, Wi-Fi, and patio with table and chairs overlooking a common area. Guests who stay here enjoy all the amenities of a full house and the easy check-in process with coded locks. All of the furniture is brand-new and everything here was just recently remodeled for guest stays.
Clean, Cozy, and Comfortable Bungalow
With this bungalow rental, you will have two bedrooms and one bathroom in a clean and peaceful space. Three people can stay here because there is a queen-size bed and a loveseat that pulls out to a twin bed. The owner of the Airbnb lives on the property in the back house, but this is separate from your rental house. At the rental home, which is in the Barrio San Antonio neighborhood, you’ll have a spacious kitchen, front yard, laundry machines, and plenty of parking.
Tucson Desert Hacienda Oasis
The Tucson Desert Hacienda Oasis is a four-person Airbnb rental with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. With this 1,600-square-foot home, you’ll be 10 minutes from downtown and have a crystal-clear pool to relax in. The home is set on two-thirds of an acre of land in a private setting. Both of the bedrooms have king-size beds, and there is a fireplace in the home too. Other features include a kitchen, TV, Wi-Fi, and parking.
Peaceful Tucson Tiny House Getaway with Backyard
When you want to stay in the Midtown area of Tucson with one other person, this Airbnb is a good choice. It is a highly-rated tiny house with well-maintained, private grounds. The rental is great for couples and solo travelers because of the convenient location that’s on a quiet street in the Peter Howell neighborhood. You’ll have a queen-size bed, sunny kitchenette, spa-inspired bathroom, fast Wi-Fi, and a shared backyard that has an outdoor dining area and fire pit. Since this is a tiny house, it is best suited for people under six feet tall for comfort purposes.
Tiny Trailer in Rural Neighborhood
It’s fun to stay in this tiny trailer for one or two guests for a desert glamping experience. This trailer is on the edge of Tucson and offers a full-size bed, kitchenette to prepare simple meals, and an electric fireplace. Guests enjoy sitting on the back patio to watch the sunrise. There’s a hot shower in the private outdoor facility, and your host provides all the essentials, including towels, toiletries, dishes and pans, and a few condiments in the kitchenette.
Casita Linda
Two travelers in Tucson can stay at Casita Linda, which has one bedroom and one bathroom for guests. It is in the historic Feldman’s neighborhood and a duplex flat built in 1925. The home was renovated in 2017 to include modern features, such as an alarm system, front-door electronic entry, and Wi-Fi. The location of this Airbnb is steps from the University of Arizona and a short distance from downtown. When you stay here, you’ll have a full kitchen to prepare meals, a small side yard to enjoy some outside time, and a front porch. This is a pet-friendly property, but just let the host know in advance that you are bringing a pet.
Stunningly Modern East Side Luxury Condo
This luxury condo accommodates two guests with one bed and one bath on the East Side of Tucson. This is a newly remodeled space that is ideal for business travelers, solo travelers, couples, and outdoor enthusiasts. There is a king-size bed in the condo for your comfort. Guests who stay here have access to the shared pool and hot tub in the condo complex. Other perks of this Airbnb include free Wi-Fi, basic cable TV, online streaming services, and luxurious appointments to help you feel right at home when you’re visiting Tucson.
Charming Casita, Central, Quiet and Green Locale
There are many casitas available to rent on Airbnb in Tucson, including this one in a quiet neighborhood. It accommodates two guests and has one bedroom with a queen-size bed and one bathroom. The rental is right across the street from Mitchel Park and close to bike paths and restaurants too. There is a three-night minimum stay requirement here, while weekly and monthly rentals are discounted. You’ll be in a guest house next to the host’s main house and have your own private entrance. The perks of staying here in this 400-square-foot unit are the full kitchen, private patio, small workspace, and smart TV with Netflix.
Private Guesthouse – Central, Safe, Near Campus
Another option for two people is to stay in this Tucson guest house with one bedroom and one bathroom. It is an air-conditioned, small home with a kitchenette and that is located behind the host’s main house. You’ll have your own entrance and can park for free on the street in front of the home. The rental also comes with great Wi-Fi and a 4K UHD television with Apple TV.
