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Lodge on the Desert

Dating from 1936 and set amid neatly manicured lawns and gardens, this classic old Arizona resort was completely remodeled and expanded in 2009. The relaxing retreat looks a bit like a Mexican village, with narrow pathways winding between buildings. Guest rooms are in both hacienda-style adobe buildings, tucked amid cacti and orange trees, and newly constructed adobe-style two-story buildings. Rooms feature a mix of contemporary and southwestern furnishings; many units have beamed ceilings or fireplaces, and some have patios and tile floors. The small pool has a good view of the Catalinas. The new casitas are definitely the nicest rooms here.