[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Desert Gem Casita Guesthouse in Tucson ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114560000/114553200/114553106/d5c1a322.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114560000/114553200/114553106/a24b5848.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114560000/114553200/114553106/20a9552d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114560000/114553200/114553106/4fc315ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114560000/114553200/114553106/57806277.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Desert Gem Casita provides laundry facilities and more. 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[Visit our Tucson travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Tucson.dx602986) [View more Guest houses in Tucson](https://www.expedia.ca/Tucson-Guest-Houses.d602986-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C32.16305%2C-110.75893&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=iWNLorEwUZLNRRD0JkA8x3xuV_w=) Tucson, AZ ### What's nearby - Saguaro National Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 km - Pima Air and Space Museum - 16 min drive - 15.1 km - Davis-Monthan Air Force Base - 17 min drive - 15.9 km - Park Place Mall - 18 min drive - 15.9 km - University of Arizona - 28 min drive - 24.6 km ### Getting around - Tucson Station - 24 min drive - Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 32 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬8 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive - ‪Rocking K Market - ‬14 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive ## About this property ### Desert Gem Casita Guesthouse near Saguaro National Park Desert Gem Casita provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Desert Gem Casita offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like dining tables and WiFi. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 412156 ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Desert Gem Casita pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Desert Gem Casita? > As of Oct 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Desert Gem Casita on Oct 20, 2025 start from CA $140.82, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Tucson-Hotels-Desert-Gem-Casita.h114553106.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Desert Gem Casita? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Desert Gem Casita? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Desert Gem Casita located? > Situated in Tucson, this guesthouse is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Saguaro National Park and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Rincon Mountain Visitor Center. Fred Enke Golf Course and William Clements Recreation Center are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Desert Gem Casita Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Moupi Oct 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Felt very comfortable and safe in this clean and well-equipped little home! Amenities are great and the host is very friendly and goes out of their way to help! ##### Moupi Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Coletta H. Apr 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Small bed Lovely casita. The bed was a small double. Two adults could not sleep comfortably. We used the sofa bed and the bed. There isnt any bedding for the sofa. We used what we keep in our car. bed. A blankfe ##### Coletta H. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025