Title: Desert Gem Casita - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [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 ## Photo gallery for Desert Gem Casita ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114560000/114553200/114553106/4fc315ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114560000/114553200/114553106/20a9552d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114560000/114553200/114553106/8cf34359.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&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) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114560000/114553200/114553106/3bd9ac2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Desert Gem Casita provides laundry facilities and more. 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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? ### How much does it cost to stay at Desert Gem Casita? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Desert Gem Casita? ### What time is check-out at Desert Gem Casita? ### Where is Desert Gem Casita located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Desert Gem Casita Reviews ## 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) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 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