Stylish Desert Gem W/Fast WiFi, Private Patio, Central A/C, and Shared Gas Grill

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Excellent

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 266.9 sq m

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Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Pool
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

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Tucson, AZ

St. Phillips Plaza
‪8 min walk‬
Tucson Mall
‪6 min drive‬
University of Arizona
‪8 min drive‬
Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Cactus Casita at St Phillips

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Experience the vibrant city of Tucson in style with a stay in this wonderfully updated condo mere steps from the river walk and half a mile from St. Phillips Plaza, with amazing restaurants, a coffee shop, and Saturday farmer's market. Featuring the cutest desert-themed decor and wallpaper, Cactus Casita will welcome you with open arms after full days of city exploration. You will have your very own furnished patio that will be just the place to reconnect with loved ones over a glass of wine. Don't worry about heading out for meals either, as the well-equipped kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances and all of the cooking utensils needed to whip up your favorite recipes in no time. If you need ingredients, the popular Trader Joe's grocery store is 0.5 miles away. Plus, the high-speed WiFi and flatscreen TV in the living room will provide more than enough entertainment as the stars come out. Don't hesitate! Tucson is calling your name!

Things to Know
High-speed WiFi
Snowbird-friendly

This property is managed by Vacasa Arizona LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle.
This rental is located on floor 1.

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Arizona

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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Important information

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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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Tucson

Catalina Foothills, a neighbourhood in Tucson, is home to this condo. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Pima Air and Space Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Saguaro National Park and Sabino Canyon. Funtasticks Family Fun Park and Tucson Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

St. Phillips Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Tucson Mall - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
University of Arizona - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
Rialto Theatre - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
Tucson Convention Center - 13 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

Tohono Transit Center - 9 min drive
Tucson Station - 16 min drive
Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪Dao's Tai Pan's Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪Guadalajara Grill - ‬5 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
‪Union Public House - ‬7 min walk
‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stylish Desert Gem W/Fast WiFi, Private Patio, Central A/C, and Shared Gas Grill have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Stylish Desert Gem W/Fast WiFi, Private Patio, Central A/C, and Shared Gas Grill pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stylish Desert Gem W/Fast WiFi, Private Patio, Central A/C, and Shared Gas Grill?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stylish Desert Gem W/Fast WiFi, Private Patio, Central A/C, and Shared Gas Grill?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stylish Desert Gem W/Fast WiFi, Private Patio, Central A/C, and Shared Gas Grill located?

Located in Catalina Foothills, this condo building is within 2 miles (3 km) of St. Phillips Plaza, Rillito Park Horse Racetrack and Heirloom Farmers Markets - Rillito Park. Rillito River Park and Funtasticks Family Fun Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

8.6

Excellent

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

2/10 Terrible

Alexandra L.

28 March 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2025

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8/10 Good

Robert S.

6 May 2024

Hidden away

Home was quite nice, support team was very good but very difficult to initially find.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Joseph Y.

4 December 2023

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Unsatisfied

We came to Tucson for our annual trip and were excited to stay in a nice area close to St. Phillip’s Plaza and La Encantada. However, our expectations were not met. We specifically chose this stay to have access to a pool as we do not have outdoor pool access during the winter where we live. Every single key they supplied did not work on the pool gate or the gate to the river path. We messaged the management group multiple times about this and they never got us a solution. If we knew we weren’t getting access to a pool we could have found a much cheaper option instead. The cleanliness was questionable with stray hair in the shower and on the towels. Additionally, the walls were so thin that you could hear every single move made in the upstairs areas. I’m not sure if this was other residents or cleaning crews but these noises continued late into the night and early in the morning and were incredibly bothersome. A few positives were that the decor was nice and the management group responded in a timely manner. Unless these issues are fixed we will not be returning.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Armand C.

9 May 2023

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

The best location and with lots of style

The best location and with lots of style. The small, just like home, touches around the home were very well done. This was a very comfortable stay. But the unit seriously need a new cleaning and prep service. Who every prepped this condo before our stay should be fired. We had to wipe off and clean most things we used. All surfaces, from the kitchen to the bathroom and even the outside patio needed cleaning before we could use it. Floors in the bathroom, the shower grout all needed attention. The smoke alarm was hanging open with the batterie on a nearby table. The flatware all needed washing. I was able to text someone who sent a "How Is your stay" text with these issues and they responded right way and we had a text conversation about the issues. The front door would not lock easily either. It took a lot of work to lock it. Outside key was fine. Inside lock was not. I sent photos of all we told them about. No other contact or offers to remedy. We would still book again, it only needs a better cleaning service and some "freshening up" .

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray K.

27 April 2023

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

Great Place - responsive owner

Great property for my spouse and myself. Very convenient location. It was everything I expected - no surprises! Very clean. Added bonus, we inadvertently left some valuables behind but they were found and returned. Thank you!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janess S., Sebastopol, CA USA

12 April 2023

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

Cactus casita condo

Good location, close to restaurants and shops. Comfortable space, with a great bed, well equipped kitchen, spacious living and dining area, and handy washer and dryer. We were there a week, but I could see making it a home base for several months.

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine C.

2 March 2023

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

Comfy

This meticulously maintained casita is in an easily accessible location and has all the amenities to make you feel at home. Nice shower. Comfy bed. Well equipped kitchen. Laundry was a big bonus, as we had already been traveling for 2 weeks, and had another week to go. Recommend strongly!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn A.

17 February 2023

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

Tucson 23

The condo was very comfy, well appointed and quiet. Would stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

David T.

14 February 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in

Cactus Casita

This apartment is very comfortable and conveniently located. I recommend it. Check-in and check-out were difficult because the code we were given did not unlock the lock box that contained the key to the apartment.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie D.

28 December 2022

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

Nice location & condo

Condo is nicely situated by St. Phillips Plaza and the Tucson loop bike path. Plenty of room for two people; could be crowded with any more. Quiet complex during our stay. Kitchen has good appliances and everything you need if you want to cook.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

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6/10 Okay

Lisa G.

15 October 2022

Cute condo and wonderful location, just don't expect to use the pool

The condo was decorated as advertised. We were quite disappointed with the cleanliness, however. The ceramic floor was very dirty and all services in the kitchen were dusty. The pool was completely unmaintained and full of debris. The hot tub was as cold as the pool. Fortunately, we enjoyed the nearby eateries and coffee shops and proximity to The Loop trail. We will not return and instead find a community that has better outdoor and pool space.

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10/10 Excellent

Deborah T.

17 May 2022

Perfectly Appointed

This may be a one bedroom, but feels so spacious. The decor is fun and inviting, and I challenge anyone to count all the saguaro cactus inside the apt 😊. All the smart touches are well thought out, and make staying there so easy and comfortable. If we return to Tucson, it will be here.

10/10 Excellent

daniel l.

30 January 2022

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

GEM of a stay

Enjoyed using this cute condo for our base while at the Gem and Mineral show. Perfect for 2 people with easy access to all the events we wanted to visit.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

26 January 2022

Perfect Oasis

A perfect size for two of us but could have fit more comfortably. Decorations were charming and furniture all new. The location cannot be beat, steps away from the River Walk and shopping. Coffee shops, great food, live music...what else could you ask for?

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1 bathroom

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