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Pools & Golf! SPECIALS! Desert Enthusiast’s Playground!Vitamin D included!

Golf resort in Starr Pass

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Interior
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

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Tucson, AZ
  • Place, Starr Pass Golf Club
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Arizona
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Saguaro National Park
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Tucson

Starr Pass stay.A stay at this Starr Pass resort places you within half a mile (1 km) of Starr Pass Golf Club and 3 miles (5 km) of Greasewood Park. Sosa-Carrillo-Fremont House Museum and Pusch Ridge Resort Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Starr Pass Golf Club - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tucson Convention Center - 11 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • University of Arizona - 15 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Davis-Monthan Air Force Base - 26 min drive - 13.2 miles
  • Saguaro National Park - 28 min drive - 14.1 miles

Getting around

  • Roy Laos Transit Center - 13 min drive
  • Tucson Station - 16 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Pools & Golf! SPECIALS! Desert Enthusiast’s Playground!Vitamin D included!

Ideal private Oasis for Sonoran Desert Enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and golf fanatics. Located in the heart of the Sonoran Desert, a few minute walk from JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort and Hashani Spa. Arnold Palmer designed golf courses and Starbucks! Minutes from downtown and the University of Arizona. Convenient access to world class hiking, mountain biking, and golf.

Casita is embraced with Southwest charm. Open beam ceilings and Mexican tile floors throughout. Dine al fresco on our private, securely gated lanai and enjoy mountain views, local desert wildlife. Kick back in front of our romantic fireplace.

Amenities include: *Luxurious featherbeds with down duvets
*Rollaway beds (available upon request)
*High speed WIFI (at no additional charge)
*Ipod docking station & clock radio
*3 43" HD LCD TVs
*Netflix on all TVs
*Well appointed kitchen
*Washer & Dryer
*Dishwasher
*Coffee maker
*Separate bathtub and shower in one of the 2 bathrooms
*Double sink
*Lighted shaving/makeup mirror
*Hairdryer
*Iron and Ironing Board

Unlimited recreational opportunities are right outside the door. More than 60 miles of hiking and biking trails wind throughout the spectacular Arizona mountain terrain. With over 350 days of sunshine per year and the only destination on earth where the noble Saguaro Cacti grow, the Sonoran Desert is calling.

Just a 5 minute stroll to 5 Star JW Marriott Signature Resort, Water Collection, and Hashani Spa. All pools and golf available for additional fee.

Adventure awaits. . .

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Music library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Magnifying mirror
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Fenced private pool
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Unlimited smartphone data usage

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: $50 per person per night after 4 people

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Pools & Golf! SPECIALS! Desert Enthusiast’s Playground!Vitamin D included! to the airport?

This resort is 11.6 mi (20-min drive) away from the Tucson International Airport (TUS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Pools & Golf! SPECIALS! Desert Enthusiast’s Playground!Vitamin D included! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this resort.

Does Pools & Golf! SPECIALS! Desert Enthusiast’s Playground!Vitamin D included! offer free breakfast?

This resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Pools & Golf! SPECIALS! Desert Enthusiast’s Playground!Vitamin D included!?

No, there is no casino at this resort, but Desert Diamond Casinos and Entertainment Tucson (18-min drive) and Casino del Sol (19-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Pools & Golf! SPECIALS! Desert Enthusiast’s Playground!Vitamin D included!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Pools & Golf! SPECIALS! Desert Enthusiast’s Playground!Vitamin D included!?

Free parking is not available at this resort.

Does Pools & Golf! SPECIALS! Desert Enthusiast’s Playground!Vitamin D included! have a pool?

This resort features an outdoor pool.

Does Pools & Golf! SPECIALS! Desert Enthusiast’s Playground!Vitamin D included! have a spa?

This resort doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Pools & Golf! SPECIALS! Desert Enthusiast’s Playground!Vitamin D included! to downtown Tucson?

This resort is 4.2 mi away from Tucson.

Pools & Golf! SPECIALS! Desert Enthusiast’s Playground!Vitamin D included! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was great! Directions to the home and entry instructions were easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came to Tucson for a few days to catch a basketball game and get some sun. This was the perfect spot for the occasion - beautiful scenery, easy access to the Marriott amenities, and a quick drive to downtown. The space was extremely spacious and had everything we needed. I’d definitely recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Terry J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was so accommodating and available during our stay. If you love to cook, you will find sufficient pots, pans, silverware and utensils. Do note, though, that the pool is no longer controlled by the HOA and you will be unable to use it. You will have to get a day pass for pool and workout facilities at the Marriott property. Great location to the golf club at Starr Pass!
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Loved our stay. The place actually was better than the pictures. We highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Starr Pass

Wonderful property, quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

Loved the location and very comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week long stay

I was in town for a week, the casita was perfect…comfortable, clean, well appointed. Melanie was wonderful to communicate with, very responsive, provided local hot spot information as well as information for the Marriott Resort. Would recommend and stay there again if I’m in that area again.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large apartment with well stocked kitchen. Not luxurious, but we were really happy to find a good place last minute. The patio area is nice and we sat there every morning with coffee. There is plane and road noise outside but it was very quiet at night and inside the apartment. Host was very responsive and helpful. Be aware that access to the hotel pool and gym are not included. The listing was written in a way that made us think it was. We had a lovely time and vacation in Tucson.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Condo

The condo was clean and well stocked. Everything was in good condition.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable Condo in Tucson

We enjoyed a great week in Tucson at this condo.The location is great! Short drive to downtown and the setting in the foothills is beautiful.Very comfortable. Two bedrooms with great beds.We would definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!!!

We just got back from a stay at this property. Everything was great!! The place was very clean and it was very roomy for my family. The owner responded immediately with any questions I had. I would definitely recommend staying here!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jane g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hiking base

Great for us and our son with his girlfriend. We hiked and enjoyed the start pass area. Great spot! Melanie, our host, was very helpful and pleasant.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation

My family flew in for our daughter’s college graduation from the University of Arizona and we needed a little bit more space in our Casita so I rented an additional space. The space was beautifully decorated, well appointed, and the host was super helpful. We would definitely stay with them again next time we’re in town.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Location and Host

Starr Pass is beautiful, the views, the property amenities, accessibility, and more. The two-bedroom casita is clean, spacious, and well-equipped adding to a fantastic relaxing vacation. It looks just like the pictures. We would recommend and rent this exact casita again. The host is quick to respond, friendly, and provides tips and more to enhance the vrbo experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So so clean!

Great place to stay! Everything was just as expected. Easy check-in process, clean property. Melanie responded quickly to all our questions. Definitely one of the best rentals we have booked. Recommend highly!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Missing Melanie's casita already!

The casita was perfect for our 10-day stay in Tucson. First, its location in Starr Pass is ideal - close to downtown and yet removed from all that busy activity, and peaceful and packed with views and walking or hiking opportunities. We were able to swim each day in the Starr Pass pool., just a couple of minutes' walk. When we didn't feel like traveling downtown, we walked to the Catalina grill. Many days we ate breakfast on the very private patio at the casita, which provided lovely sunrise views. Melanie has decorated the casita so thoughtfully and comfortably, not with cast-off furniture or broken dishes, but with furnishings and dishes specially chosen for the Southwest experience. We really were able to move in and relax. Will definitely return. Thank you, Melanie, for providing such an ideal experience for us.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Pretty good

The unit is just fine. The coffee maker on the counter didn't work but there was another one in the cupboard, so that worked out okay. Also, the pool and gym keys didn't work and the gym thermostat didn't work in the club facilities. No view, but everything was adequate. They are strict about checking in at 4pm, yet we were not sent the code until I called a few minutes after 4pm. The manager was immediately responsive and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mindy d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for Starr Pass

Last minute holiday stay to visit relatives. 4 adults and 1 teen, plenty space for us but couldn’t fit another. The property had everything we needed, nice small gym, beautiful pool for lap Swimming and so many trail heads for hiking!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Working - Home away from Home

The property is described well and represented what we were looking for while away from home & family. The photos illustrate and depict the property well. Melanie was always professional and communicated promptly with us. We rarely used all the amenities in the area but we did use the nearby pool and the restaurant at the nearby Marriott. The vacation property is comfortable and offered everything we needed. The beds are always subjective and so I'm careful not to scrutinize it much. My coworker added a padded mattress cover to his bedroom and slept much better afterwards. I would recommend Melanie's property to anyone who is looking for serenity out of the city and near hiking trails and other amenities described in the listing.
Stayed 22 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantasic Mini Vacation!

My spouse and I stayed here for a few days for some R&R and had a wonderful time. The casita is as-advertised, the check-in process couldn't have been easier, and Melanie was always on hand to answer any questions we had. We spent mornings out on the deck soaking in the sun, reading and watching the wildlife. The casita is very private and yet close to everything Starr Pass has to offer. The bed was extremely comfortable, too. Thank you Melanie for such a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great unit, amazing location

The unit is on the edge of the developed land next to Tucson Mountain Park. We did multiple hikes from the Starr Pass Trailhead (which we could walk to from the unit) that ranged from relatively easy to longer hikes with lunch and lots of water. I bird, and the best birding of the trip was from the porch of this unit (Gambles Quail, Phainopepla, Verdin, Cactus Wrens, Gila Woodpeckers, Curved-billed Thrashers, a Swainson's Hawk in the bush, Greater Roadrunner, Vermilion Flycatcher, Say's Phoebe, White-winged Dove, Costa's Hummingbird...). And, the location has a wide range of solid SW restaraunts under 20 minute drive - fantastic food choices. We also liked that the kitchen was well stocked with good knives, even LeCrueset bakeware and coffee cups. The back patio, with the umbrella for sun protection, was really an extra functional room for us - we used it every day. It has a small area before the road, so you feel some isolation from others and it is peaceful. I had originally wanted to stay closer to the Saguaro National Park, but we drove to the NP one day and I think the trails right out the back door of this unit are as good as those in the National Park as long as you want to hike a bit. As a side note, we don't golf, but there is ready access to 3 9-hole courses, and the key cards worked for the pool that we would have used if we were traveling with our kids when they were young that also included access to a weight room with a wide range of machines but no free weights. We would stay here again if we were traveling back to the Tucson area!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location Great Host

Casita located within 1/4 mile of Starr Pass trailhead, access to pool which is hardly used, short walk to shuttle up the hill to another set of trails and access to resort restaurants….. for an active family it was a perfect place to stay for a week. 15 minutes from downtown to hip eateries and city bike rides… couldn’t ask for ease of access Host very responsive and addressed all items with cheer and urgency.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice space with well stocked kitchen

We enjoyed seeing birds, deer and javelinas off the patio. Quick walk to the pool and golf shop. Unfortunately the hot tub wasn’t hot, but not the owners issue. No bbq or fireplace available so plan cooking accordingly. The unit is super clean too.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Arnold H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Our third time at Star Pass—6 weeks

All went well except for no personal check-in or written instructions for tech items
Stayed 44 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Organized VRBO details, nice and clean, large, clean, nice furnishings, well equipped.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

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