By R.L. Cultrona
4 Star Hotels Near Sabino Canyon
Sabino Canyon is located on the north end of Tucson, Arizona. Tucson is in the southern part of the state and is bustling metropolis of over a million people. This natural landmark offers several different trails for hikers and a narrated canyon tour. The narrated tour has nine stops along Sabino Creek (which runs along the bottom of the canyon) and offers guests a chance to get off the tram at the half way point to hike. This canyon is a destination for wildlife enthusiasts from all over the country. Several beautiful hotels have sprung up around it to capture the beauty of the Arizona desert.
Canyon Ranch
The Canyon Ranch resort in Tucson is located less than 3 miles from the canyon. This Canyon Ranch property is one of three health spas, the other two located in Massachusetts and Florida. Canyon Ranch offers guest an all inclusive resort experience including several different types of rooms and suites, fitness programs, golf instruction, aquatic center, and a spa. Their fitness and wellness programs are designed with goals in mind such as weight loss or stress reduction. Due to its healthy environment, several restrictions are in place for the well being of all guests. These include limited smoking areas, no alcohol, an age limit of 14 and older, and no cell phones outside of hotel rooms.
Canyon Ranch
8600 East Rockcliff Road
Tucson, AZ 85750
Phone: (800) 742-9000
Fax: (520) 749-1646
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
The Lows Ventana Canyon is situated just over 3 miles from Sabino Canyon. This hotel offers guests their choice of 398 guest rooms with balconies (Jacuzzi tubs and Fireplaces are available). All guest rooms come with 300 thread count, 100% cotton sheets, bathrobes, Flat Screen TV's, CD Players, and mini bars. Hotel guests can visit the Spa and Tennis center, play on one of the two 18-hole golf courses, swim in one of the two pools, hike, or play games such as croquet, ping pong, or basketball. Dining options include 24-hour room service, The Ventana Room Restaurant, Café Canyon coffee shop, Flying V Bar and Grill, Bill's grill (by the pool), and the informal Cascade Lounge.
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
7000 North Resort Drive
Tucson, AZ 85750
(520) 299-2020
(520) 299-6832
Lodge at Ventana Canyon
On the north side of Sabino Canyon lies the Lodge at Ventana Canyon. This resort features spacious 800 square foot rooms and 1 and 2 bedroom lofts. All rooms include robes, kitchenette with microwave and refrigerator, in-room safes, and patios or balconies. Guests can spend time on playing golf on their two golf courses or visiting the on site spa. This resort also has a full tennis program with on site professionals to help guests with their tennis game. The hotel offers a fitness center and 25-yard, 8-lane pool with nearby sandbox for children. Dining options at the resort include the Catalina room restaurant and the Ventana Bar and Grill.
Lodge at Ventana Canyon
6200 North Clubhouse Lane
Tucson, AZ 85750
(520) 577-1400
About the Author:
R.L. Cultrona is a San Diego native and a graduate of San Diego State University. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in theater, television and film with a minor in communications and political science. She began writing online instructional articles in June 2009.
Photo Credits:
http://www.nsf.gov/od/lpa/news/03/images/sabino_creek.jpg
