The Academy Village Travel Guide
Tucson
Visit The Academy Village
Things to do

Tucson: Flandrau Science Center Entry Ticket

Saguaro National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Discover Mt. Lemmon with an App-Based Driving Audio Tour

Ghosts Of Downtown Tucson Haunted History Tour

Downtown Tucson: An Audio Tour by an Author and Historian

2 Day Self-Guided Tucson Day Trip Driving Tour Bundle
Top hotels in The Academy Village

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort

Lodge on the Desert
"The inside of the rooms were a little bit dated, but very, very clean. The outside of the property is gorgeous and updated. This would be a good property to have a family at. Very nice, but pretty relaxed. Did not try the dining options, but there were many. A couple things – there wasn’t an ice ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Super Inn Tucson
"Literally the top-notch five star hotel I've ever stayed at in my life"
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
"One of the very best places I have ever stayed at. The staff was so friendly getting a drink on The House was such a bonus and let me tell you about the oatmeal bar. That was such a nice surprise and it was so much fun."
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Aloft by Marriott Tucson University
"This hotel is in desperate need of a major renovation. One of the elevators was out of service for our entire four-day stay, which was very inconvenient. The bathrooms had visible mold, the carpets were extremely dirty, and the headboards in the room were badly damaged. The pool furniture was also ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel
"Everything was great. Only thing is the pool was closed due to remodeling. Our next door neighbors were extremely loud and would wake us up at night. Overall the place was in great condition and the staff was great."
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026
Where to stay in The Academy Village

Catalina Foothills
If you're spending some time in Catalina Foothills, La Encantada and Rillito Park Horse Racetrack are top sights worth seeing.

Tanque Verde
Tanque Verde is noteworthy for its golf courses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Agua Caliente Park and Saguaro National Park.

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

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

Casas Adobes
Visitors highly recommend Casas Adobes for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Catalina Golf Course while you're in town.

















