We had a fantastic stay. The beds were really comfortable, perfect amount of amenties, and the facility and rooms were very clean. We really enjoyed the quiet evenings, and the location that was just a short ride to the convention center. The art work was exceptional and we are looking forward to next year's Tour de Tucson event! read more

Does not look like much from outside but room is clean. New furniture, comfortable beds, new floor. Large screen tv. Wi-Fi. I like that you can park right in front of your room. read more

The Staff at the front desk were pleasant. The room was very clean, bright, and quiet and was identical to the photos on the website and through Booking.com. The continental breakfast options were surprisingly good! We originally booked for 1 night but ended up staying for 7 nights as we were touring the surrounding cities and towns within 2 hours drive, so the manager told us to book directly through him instead of Booking.com for a larger discount. A good value and a great hidden gem. read more

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What a wonderful find near Historic 4th Ave of Tucson, close to the university area! You can tell this place has had a massive overhaul, and no corners were cut at all when it comes to the rooms. Everything present in the room is of great quality and has been thoughtfully put together. They even have refillable soap and lotion dispensers next to the sink and in the shower. No wasteful throw-away plastic containers! This is probably the most upscale motel I have stayed at, without the place pretending to be anything more than a motel (looking at you McCoy and Tuxon). The owner/operator on site was also super friendly and accommodating. I literally have nothing negative to say about this place. Great price/quality. And don't forget it has free parking because it's a motel, whereas hotels in the area charge you for parking. read more

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Hi guys I am here to rate my experience at the Univeristy Inn in Tucson. The bed and main area are completely clean and sanitary. However I cannot say the same about the bathroom. The problem at hand is a pretty crappy one. There is what appears to presumably be dookie stains on the bottom of the tub. To enhance the problem my son slipped and fell because of it, despite being warned about the issue. Along with this comes the problem of the roof being roughly 6 feet tall. The roof is so short a leprechaun might hit is head if he enters the shower. Also adding fuel to the fire is the bulky contraption on the side of the bath tub. The contraption also appears to have a dark brown substance that may or may not be more dookie. Overall the motel is in a good location as far as I know, not being from here. Overall I would give it a 26/1000. Oooops accidentally put another zero... or did I not??? Completely unsanitary and in fact one member of our family made the decision to go as far to take a shower and refused to take one, because of the filth. read more

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The husband and I stayed here for an anniversary weekend getaway, and we liked it very much! It looks like your typical motel on the outside, but the rooms were renovated and nice. They had an electric car plug outside, which was a bonus. The bed was comfortable and the location was great. We didn't have any problems staying here and would stay again. read more

Not fancy but a good location and a clean pool. Perfect for when you're visiting the University.

So, 1st let me say : THIS is an INN (NOT A HOTEL), so I mean it is a small locally owned ADOREABLE, *(safe & clean) & COMFORTABLE Place to stay! To those who prefer name hotels because they provide a feeling of comfort and safety, I can vouch for myself (being 25 & room for 1- stay here because they are clean, friendly, and make you feel welcome & safe. The small parking lot gives the sense that they can watch who comes and goes and your vehicle and belongings are safe from a quick theif. #1 1. Local business, support small locally owned business #2 THEY PROVIDE A QUALITY SERVICE & CARE- (so I'm moving and I called at 2am because I spent 3 hours at a name hotel trying to check in and they couldn't take my card OR CASH (and my bank of course had IT issues and then That hotel didn't take cash (hotel unnamed XYZ)). & they let me check in during the middle of the night at like 4am, and check out was at 11, but since I was late they let me kindly sleep in and check out at 12:300 and returned my deposit. 3 THEY TAKE CASH (plus a ID +$100 deposit- which will be refunded at check out given you take care of the room). In the morning room cleaning services were going room to room, the cleanliness was excellent and I felt comfortable in their sheets and towels (which is usually why people avoid motels/Inns). I even made myself a little coffee before check out- very easy to use machine and they have a cute pool (which I didn't t use but will in the future) BUT I will be back and this is my lil new hidden gem that will be booked for stays like on weekends or nights I wanna go out and it's location is perfect next to park, food, freeway access , convenience stores, downtown, it's just a good feeling that there were rooms filled and good service. The tv was nice and I enjoyed my relaxing stay. Took a hot shower & put the tv on and rested. They do have a microwave and mini fridge for your convenience and the coffee machine as mentioned. Anyway sorry lengthy review but it was a great well needed rest and I am so glad it was there. Thank you. read more

University Inn - The lil light,enjoyed tv and I did go out to eat before so I had food which I put In the fridge and reheated in the microwave - Hotels Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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This motel must be the Best Kept Secret in downtown Tucson! It's not a chain, but was comparable in price to the Hampton Inn we stayed at in Utah. The unique and quite different decor was interesting and not a turn-off. The towels were plusher than most. The bed, bedding, and pillows were VERY comfortable. It had easy access to our ground floor room. It had a pool, microwave, and fridge, which we didn't use. We didn't take advantage of the free coffee or breakfast treats, so I can't comment on that. The room looked CLEAN! And was QUIET!!! I have no idea if someone was booked above me because I heard nothing. (At The Days Inn in Carlsbad, NM, I swear some walked the length of the room above us for hours. What is there possibly to do walking 25 feet in a small room except getting in those important 10,000 steps on a pedometer? GRRRRR!) The University Inn didn't have carpet, which I didn't even notice until my husband pointed it out, as that's usually a deal breaker for me. The WIFI was excellent, fast, and easy to use, even for my Apple products. (The Days Inn in Carlsbad, NM had CRAPPY WIFI for Apple Stuff. Grrrrr.) The TV worked great! It didn't have complimentary soaps but had unremovable dispenser bottles of soap, shampoo, and conditioner, which needed longer necks to pump easier. (Someone needs to design a better dispensing system, but that is not a reflection on management. I suggest you take in your own big bar of soap into the shower for easier use, but it's such a minor negative, it's almost not worth of mentioning.) The shower had awesome pressure and was a DOUBLE header. I haven't seen that in motels before. Do yourself a favor and escape the norm, at least for one night. NO COOKIE CUTTER HERE! read more

Appreciated that there was a room that could accommodate our large family, and was very clean. I liked the way the parking lot was completely fenced with only one way in an out, it felt safe. The man at the desk was friendly and very accommodating. Walk across the street and eat at Bumsteds, delicious food. There's a nice park next door. read more

Great and clean room, staff are real nice and the young lady at the desk was very nice. The breakfast has cereal, toast, bagels, muffins, belvita bisquits, coffee cakes, orange juice and folgers coffee. Walking distance to downtown and newspaper every morning. would stay there again, 5 stars. read more

It was super clean, with modern decor, and no carpet which is always a plus if you have allergies. There were a lot of nice interesting restaurants around, including this Ethiopian one called Zemam's Too. Also can't beat the free parking, would recommend. read more

It's very basic hotel, the rooms are nice, beds are comfy, microwave and small refrigerator are in the room. There rooms are nice lots of lights, bath room is very small. Staff was not too friendly, breakfast is very basic, no table to sit, there are two chairs and a small table, you have to remind the person at the front desk that they are running out of food. GREAT location, close to downtown. read more

Repainted rooms, new furniture. Twin/double sized bed is small. No breakfast. Old motel so old bones but absolutely fine for a night or two. Not great block but close to everything and good deal. read more

This place sucks. Hardest bed I've ever slept on. Got back to the hotel after a late night at a show... Went to the car to grab our bags and went to bed (roughly 1am). The next morning management woke us up by pounding on the door at 6am telling us that we were too loud the previous night and needed to vacate immediately. AT 6AM. ON A SUNDAY. Absolutely the worst. WEIRD STRATEGY...Am I right? Even if we were loud wouldn't they assess the situation in the moment? Not the morning after? read more

The staff was very kind and responsive. The room was comfortable and clean. We had a heating issue, but they lent us a space heater and it worked like a charm. A+ would stay again. read more

Place was very clean, staff friendly, bed was great. I would stay here again. Ps. Price can't be beaten read more

The guy who owns this place has redone all the rooms. They are nice and clean. He's a super nice guy who cares about what he's doing. For the price you can't beat it! I stay here to go see my daughter st school. For the price you can't beat it. Really close to campus. read more

Had to stay the night in Tucson and needed a place to stay. This place is a gem...the owner has totally renovated an older motel with lots of modern updates and finishes. Comfy beds, big work desk, huge flat screen with tons of channels, fridge and microwave also good with in room coffee service and a dual headed shower with Beekman 1802 toiletries (something I'd expect at a higher end property). The room was impeccably clean and they clearly took extra effort given Covid. Highly recommend. read more

Not a bad stay since a lot of the reviews on here were negative I was pleasantly surprised at how nice it was. Not outdated at all. Room and bathroom was spotless. Front desk personnel was very warm and friendly! Free wifi and a nice small breakfast in the morning. I would stay again if I came through Tucson again. read more

Bedbugs! 'Nuff said. Morning of checkout was looking for sock in the bed and found a big fat bedbug. Management needs to fumigate the place! Have to inspect and wash/dry everything that went in the room. Tons of extra work upon return home. Yes, management and staff are nice; bathrooms are clean; it is quiet at night, but PLEASE get rid of the bedbugs! read more

What a delightfully clean room! After long travel/work days all I want is a clean place to stay. To my amazement there was a fridge (not a tiny one either) a microwave And a full sized ironing board!! I think people might complain about the age of the building or the bed. Please, it's fine! I think we've all become a little too spoiled. The room's cozy, clean, there's all the amenities needed. What a nice staff too! I've stayed at way worse hotels on the Las Vegas strip! I think I'll stay here every time I come to Tucson. read more

This is a slightly older building, but it is a good value. It is worth looking at.

This place was very clean but I couldn't sleep at all because of the HORRIBLE bed! I felt that the mattress was old and hard like rock! I would understand that the price I asked for so CHEAP that is what I got. But it was nice that they offered breakfast and WIFI! So.... If you really wanted to save money, this place is for you. I spent approx $60 for the night. read more

Great place to stay. The room we were in was recently remodeled and everything was beautiful. Very updated motif. The staff was very attentive and responded immediately to everyone's requests. Very helpful. Continental breakfast was typical, but satisfying. Highly recommend. read more

This was the worst experience of my life! We lost are key and got back to the hotel late at nighr to find a employee yelling at us. We were told it would be a $10 fee in cash,and we told him we had no cash only card.. me and a family member were talking amongst are selves and said a cuss word. This man called the police and threw us out of a $78 crappy room and called the police. We are from out of town and had been drinking. The police helped us get another room. All because we lost are key. The worst experience of are lives. The police argued with this man because he was so unreasonable. Worst experience. I do not recommend this hotel ever! read more

Nice enough people working there. Most uncomfortable bed and sheets I have ever slept on. Place was pretty clean, just very old interior. Worst soap I have ever used! Not even sure what it was made out of. Never used anything like it! Having a room on the first floor was a bit unnerving being that close to the general public, cars parking right outside your room and the unsavory characters at the park right across the street. We got a great rate and thought we would give it a try. It really needs a major overhaul! read more

The Inn appears a little run down at first glance (from the outside) and it is across from a small park inhabited by a few homeless persons, but DON'T let that fool you...this is a totally fine, clean, and safe motel. Rates would probably be reasonable had my wife and I not booked at the last minute during gem show week. Bad idea! The rooms have recently been renovated and are quite nice. Great showers. TV reception and WiFi just perfect. read more

This was quite a find. On a six week road trip across the Southwest looking for reasonable and clean overnight lodging. Room was incredibly clean and comfortable. Small fridge, microwave good breakfast (fruit, yogurt, oatmeal packets). Close enough to walk down 6th (street or avenue, can't remember) to Crooked Tooth Brewing. Clean pool. The laundry was unavailable as they are in the process of painting, but the owner was willing to move the 20 or so 5 gallon paint cans. We thought that was too much to ask and found a nearby laundromat. read more

"The Girl Who Wanted to Change Rooms" If you like misery, stay here. I recently drove across the desert from CA & checked into the University Inn. All I wanted was to rest & have a nap, but I was abruptly awoken by the sounds of construction next door. The owner of the motel said renovations would be ongoing throughout the next day & moved me to the 2nd floor where I was assured it would be quiet. That night I went to dinner with a friend, saw a show at Club Congress, & returned to my room to shower & sleep. Alas, there were no towels in my new room, only washcloths. The last thing I wanted was to go down to the office, but Tucson is hot & dusty, & I wanted to go to sleep feeling clean. The office was locked, so I explained through a small window that I had no towels. To my surprise the night auditor told me with certain irritation that this was "impossible." Impossible? Like reading with your eyes closed? He began to shout that his maids have been there for over 30 years & have never, not once, forgotten to put towels in a room. Stunned, I said, "Sir, I'm not lying to you." He continued to argue with me, then slammed the window shut while I was responding & walked away. I crossed the parking lot back to my room feeling like I was in an episode of The Twilight Zone, or perhaps Candid Camera. Aren't people in the field of hospitality supposed to be... hospitable? Or at the very least, aren't they supposed to refrain from yelling at you & calling you a liar when all you want is to bathe, an amenity you're paying for? It gets worse. As I had just about reached my room, I saw the night auditor --his name is RAJ-- crossing the parking lot. He gestured to me brusquely. He must have had a change of heart, I thought, relieved. He opened the maids' supply room (something he had also claimed impossible), & I thanked him sincerely, assuring him once again that there really were no towels in my room. I should have kept my mouth shut because he looked me square in the face with disdain & said, "I don't believe you." I felt sick. Who was this angry, paranoid man, & why was I standing alone in a parking lot with him? I ran back to my room & tried to shake it off. I finally showered. Then, my phone rang. I answered, but no one was there. It rang 2, 3 times, still dead air. Completely confused, I called the front desk & asked if they had called me. It was Raj, & now he was spitting mad. He told me I must have given the number out. I hadn't. He accused me of being drunk. I wasn't. Then he went right back to the towels. "You checked in at a 2pm, but you just now at 12:30am realized you don't have towels?" I should have hung up, but I was incredulous. I explained I had changed rooms, so he ran with that. He said the owner had told him to watch out for me... "the girl who wanted to change rooms..." he sneered, "watch out for that one..." & then, the grand finale, he said I would never get a room in this town again & that he was going to call the police. "For what? Asking for towels?" He hung up. The next day, I spoke to the owner, a 60-something Middle Eastern man. I told him what had happened, while his son listened. The older man was only mildly apologetic. In broken English, he denied saying those things about me, but he was on his way to Alaska & was waiting for a taxi as we spoke, so he could hardly be bothered. His son took over the conversation & with a raised eyebrow said, "Well you have your side, and he [Raj] has his." Raj's side? He's a hospitality worker who screamed at me, called me a liar, & threatened me, all over towels. I'm a guest, but I could see the best I was going to get from this kid was his offer to speak to Raj. I could have checked out, but frankly, readers, I was weary. Since arriving, I never got to rest & reset & had another long drive ahead of me soon, so again, I tried to shake it off & spend a nice last day in a town I love, home of my alma mater, the U of A. Later that night, I returned from dinner & saw Raj pulling the gates closed in the parking lot. He glared at me with scornful recognition. No apology. I checked out the next morning & asked the owner's son what had happened when he spoke to Raj. "Oh... he's bipolar," the kid said, suddenly much more casual, his suspicious eyebrow completely relaxed now. "He has anger issues. He's paranoid..." On the one hand, I was grateful for the validation. On the other hand, my head exploded. Why hadn't the University Inn validated my nightmare as soon as I came to them if they knew this man was unbalanced? Why were they now so lackadaisical, shrugging off what had been a frightening & traumatic experience with their employee? Moreover, why is a deranged man with unchecked anger & paranoia handling guests in the middle of the night? Be careful, travelers. The University Inn appears shabby/quaint, but what would be an easy-to-remedy problem at any other motel is a vortex to the dark-side of one man's mental illness here. read more

Check-in was fast and efficient. The room was partially updated and quite nice for the price. Continental breakfast is included in the price. I would stay again. read more

I'm born and raised in Tucson and am familiar with my lodging options and neighborhoods. This place is basic, clean, safe, and a convenient location for the price. It's walkable to UA, North 4th Ave., and surrounding neighborhoods, the Warehouse District, and Downtown. It's more than adequate for a quick and busy visit. read more

Great value for the price. The room was very clean and comfortable. Beds were very comfortable and even my grumpy travel companion complemented them. The rooms appeared to be remodeled in the last year with fresh paint, new tub, tile and granite counters. Although the basic furniture(dresser, night stand, tables,etc), I would categorize as antiques or quaint. TV, refrigerator, microwave and iron all worked. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Basic continental breakfast in morning with fresh donuts. Pool was clean and sparkling but a little too cold outside for me. It's located downtown close to UofA and as you may think not the best surrounding neighborhood, but owners had security cameras and locked gates at night making it feel secure. Judging by the the looks, my expectations were very low and I was pleasantly surprised. Overall, great value and definitely would stay again. read more

Outstanding basic(++) motel. Very clean & well kept rooms and other facilities. Has refrigerators & microwaves. Price was very reasonable. We get to Tucson a couple of times a year and always stay here. Very convenient to other Tucson locations. Owner manager couple are very friendly & nice AND really take great care maintaining their nice facility. Well done University Inn professionals. read more

There was some sort of a mixup on the fitted sheets and after three days it remains unresolved. They are using flat sheets in place of fitted sheets but those don't stay in place; Yuck! I don't understand what the other reviewers see in this place - Maybe there is new management? read more

10/22/16 @10 PM (so that if they ever even care to look at their reviews they will know who worked this pitiful hotel) to begin our vacation in AZ after driving 7 hours there was NO hot water!!! The toilet barely flushes when it feels like it. The iron didn't work. Not to mention the 70s decor they have that makes you feel disgusted laying in bed. My sister did get bit and we did question bed bugs, now that I've read other reviews from 5 months ago they still have NOT done anything about it. Besides ALL of that.. both managers that we've dealt with have been extremely rude and unprofessional! One told us to move my 20 pound nephew from the middle of this rock hard bed so that he don't put a dent in it!? The other manager, which was my last straw and decided I needed to stop anybody I can from coming here and spending a dime was because of the way he stormed out of his office and in a VERY disrespectful way told my mom she could not smoke cigarettes where she was (outside, not near anyone but myself) well MAYBE if you had signs posted it would be clear and you wouldn't feel the need to talk down on someone because you run this piece of shit "hotel" read more