Cat Mountain Lodge & Roadside Inn

I almost hate to say what a hidden gem this place is in case it starts having no vacancy when we want to come - but a place like this deserves to have its praises sung and I'll just have to make sure we plan ahead. This is our fave quick getaeay from San Diego - and it's our third stay at the Cat Mountain - twice in the Inn building and once at the Lodge building across the road. I don't think you can go wrong with either building or any room!! All the beds have been comfy, everything clean, great heating or A/C as needed, free parking, GREAT grounds to walk around, explore and relax in. My husband especially likes how dark the property is for stargazing on a clear night. The property is quiet, comfy, nice communal areas, shared fridge, cookie jar, microwave. Be sure to take leisurely walks and relax outside in all their nicely set up lounging areas. And for breakfast or lunch...right there across the street, or a short walk down the road is the Coyote Paws Cafe. Included in your room rate is a $15 voucher per person that goes toward your meal. We usually come in just under or only owing a dollar or two, plus tip - what a deal and soooo much better than the big box hotels and their cheap powdered eggs, high carb, greasy buffets. This is a sit-down, simple but yummy cafe and everyone there is working hard and attentive.Sometimes, it can get busy, but even with a short wait, we are in/out in just over an hour or so.In 15min or so, are in the heart of downtown Tucson. But it's sooo much nicer to be out by the mountains, cactus, and peace and quiet. We come for the Gaslight Theater live shows...and if Cat Mountain was full when we would try to reserve, we would choose another date to see the show as we truly don't want to stay anywhere else but here when we come to town.You won't regret staying here!!!

Stayed here for two nights in the Sierra Madre room. Very spacious, very clean. The ledge rooms are set back enough from the road that we couldn't hear a thing. The Arizona room was stocked with coffee, water, and cookies. It had a very homey feeling. Staff was great, I really wish we stayed another night.Would stay here again in a heartbeat.

Stayed in the Frida room two nights this March. What we enjoyed about our stay was...*having a restaurant that provides breakfast directly across the street. You get $10 voucher to this restaurant per day per person with your stay at the lodge/inn. It's a decent breakfast place that also serves lunch (closes at 2pm). Note: food options very limited in this part of Tucson unless you like fast food.*the room was very clean and decorated in such a fun theme. I kept finding new things to look at. Even the hallways are festive.*the fire pit out back can be used by guests. Grab a bottle of wine and do some star gazing.*the TV with Hulu, Netflix etc in the room. After a day of hiking in Saguaro, one feels the need to rest the feet. *the close proximity to Saguaro National Park (west) and the Arizona Sonoran Desert Museum. Highly recommend as I felt other accommodations in Tucson were a bit boring, unoriginal and in noisy areas in town.

We like to travel w/ our dogs, so look for quality B&B's that are pet friendly. Found this searching Google Earth. We stayed there one night March 9th 2020 on our way to Arlington, TX. We were quartered in a room titled "Old Mexico" which was across the street from the office. Ample parking and a nicely gated entry to welcome us. We arrived around sunset, and as we entered through the gate, we found a very pleasant Spanish style open air interior courtyard garden. The rooms were situated around the interior perimeter that was tastefully decorated to enhance and evoke a welcome and relaxing experience. Our room was also pleasantly decorated, very clean, and inviting.This innkeeper has quite a sense for design and furnishings, and provides each customer a memorable stay worth come back again and again.We certainly will, Mark, Jeanne, along w/ Hannah & Jackie

What an incredible find! Gorgeous property, I can't say enough about how well done the design and creativity that went into creating the vibe here! Everything has been flawless from check in, room accommodation, excellent management of property and surrounding grounds. This is the place to get away for solace and it's close to everything! We drove to Tombstone, Bisbee and Elgin and came back here to just enjoy this place. My mornings were magical, made coffee in the communal kitchen, sat in the patio area outside our room (again, SO charming) and walked the grounds to hear nature all around (a few cars driving by in the background too, but not too distracting). The breakfast across the way (vouchers provided) is really good, I had the corn beef hash, eggs and Mesquite blueberry pancake, my husband had the biscuits and gravy! We ate/drank at Tiny's bar down the road which was a unpretentious, relaxing hang with great wings and burgers and best ribs (meaty, falls off the bone)!!We will absolutely be back and will tell EVERYONE!

A good place from which to visit Saguaro National Park which is only 15 minutes away. This is important as you want to go early before the temperatures get hot.Stay in the Inn, not the Lodge. Inn rooms are comfortable and clean. Nice coffee area with refrigerator, coffee, ice, sink. No food. Nice fire pit at night. Manager is helpful (thank you Debbie).Not too convenient for exploring the city of Tucson and its cuisine. About a 30-40 minutes drive away. No good restaurants within a 10 minute drive.But for visit to Saguaro National Park, it's perfect.

Facilities are wonderful. Management is courteous and helpful. A great view of the desert like being well away from things but only a short drive from the Sonora Desert museum. Clean, Comfortable rooms.

Can't say enough!!I stayed for about 10 days while I was getting an instrument rating down the street at Ryan airfield. The days were early and LONG!! It was so nice to come back and just relax, sit outside for the sunset, then bed early for the next way too early day. A few of the days I was able to grab breakfast across the street and use my unused vouchers for lunch. The crew there was great too, they made me lunch while I ate my breakfast. I read one of the other reviews on food in the area, yeah, nothing but Circle K close by. When I finished my exam, Kerrie asked how I did and I said, "Because of the accommodations, I passed!!" They were all sincerely cheering me on all week, it was so appreciated!! My last night, I slept in and went to the restaurant at 11a to thank everyone. Bought some very cute items at Buffalo Exchange and the local artist store, then headed out to meet my family for Thanksgiving. I'm coming back with them, to relax next time & to see the great people who make it all work. Thank you all!!

I really like Cat Mountain Lodge & Roadside Inn. We live nearby and when we have guests visiting us we always put them up there. The rooms are decorated in a Southwest theme with lots of very nice items. My friends always rave about the rooms. Each one unique.

I stayed at the Lodge and Inn recently and was not disappointed. Gorgeous grounds and rooms. The staff were friendly and warm. Tons of wildlife around the property. The food at the restaurant was delicious every day. Check out the artwork made by local artists on the wall at the restaurant. I came home with one! I cannot wait to go back!! Thank you for an amazing weekend!