Lodge On The Desert is a resort destination wedding venue in Tucson, United States, hosting 250 standing, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$22,000 (our estimate).

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Lodge On The Desert

Lodge On The Desert is a historic resort set in urban Tucson, with 102 guest rooms ranging from King Rooms and Casita Suites to Deluxe Rooms with fireplaces.

Guests
250 standing
Venue website
Rooms
102 rooms
Venue website
Cost
About US$22,000 for 80 guests
Aisle estimate
Ceremony
Outdoor ceremonies
Venue website
Getting there
TUS · about 20 min by car
Aisle estimate

About Lodge On The Desert

Lodge On The Desert is a historic resort set in urban Tucson, with 102 guest rooms ranging from King Rooms and Casita Suites to Deluxe Rooms with fireplaces.

Weddings here can move between indoor and outdoor space, including an outdoor ceremony setting, with meeting and banquet space that holds up to 250 standing guests and accommodates groups from a minimum of 8.

In-house catering covers vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free requests, and there is a pool on site plus parking for guests.

The style is relaxed, we estimate, and the property is roughly 20 minutes from Tucson International Airport (TUS) by our estimate.

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“

Peaceful hotel with nice desert landscaping. The room was spacious and clean. Bed comfortable. I came in the summer and the mini split had trouble keeping up, never getting the room below 80 degrees.

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

Capacity

Standing reception
250 guests
Smallest party taken
8 guests

Staying over

Rooms
102 rooms
Room types
21 listed

The ceremony

Outdoor ceremony
Yes

Money

A wedding for 80 guests
About US$22,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
Price
US$85 to US$150 per headAisle estimate

Getting there

Nearest airport
TUS, 20 min by carAisle estimate
Parking
Yes

The spaces

Event spaces
Banquet room
Indoors or out
Both
Setting
Urban, historic, relaxed

Food and drink

In-house catering
Yes
Dietary options
Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free

Venue highlights

  • 102 guest rooms across 21 room types, including Casita Suites and rooms with fireplaces
  • Capacity for up to 250 standing guests, with a minimum of 8
  • Outdoor ceremony option plus indoor and outdoor event space
  • In-house catering with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options

Costs and booking details

Getting there
TUS · about 20 min by carAisle estimate

Guests fly into TUS.

Direct line
(520) 320-2000

Answered by the venue in local hours.

Questions about the venue

How many guests can the venue hold?+

The meeting and banquet space accommodates up to 250 standing guests, and the venue also works with smaller groups, with a stated minimum of 8.

Can we have an outdoor ceremony?+

Yes. Outdoor ceremonies are offered, and the property has both indoor and outdoor space.

Is catering provided, and can dietary needs be met?+

Catering is in-house, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available.

Can our guests stay on site?+

Yes. There are 102 rooms, including King Rooms, Suites, Casita Suites, accessible rooms and Deluxe Rooms sleeping up to 4 guests.

How do we get wedding details and pricing?+

Contact the venue at +1 520-320-2000 or info@lodgeonthedesert.com. Wedding information is at lodgeonthedesert.com/weddings and a wedding packet PDF is published on the site. Pricing is quoted in USD and we estimate it is structured per head.

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Sources and booking notes

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Venue wedding information

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  • Standing reception: 250 guests

    “From an intimate rehearsal dinner with family and out-of-town friends to wedding receptions for up to 250, our associates understand that these special events are all about you.”
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  • Smallest party taken: 8 guests

    “Ideally suited for groups from eight to 250, Lodge On The Desert’s facilities combine function with comfort and convenience.”
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  • Rooms: 102 rooms

    “Lodge On The Desert, an authentic Old Pueblo experience and Arizona landmark, is a 102-room boutique hotel designed for leisure and business travelers alike.”
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  • Room types: 21 listed

    “Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “From intimate rehearsal dinners to large outdoor ceremonies, Lodge On The Desert is the ideal setting for your special day.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Delight your guests with exceptional wedding catering Tucson services, featuring locally inspired dishes crafted by one of the top catering restaurants in Tucson.”
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  • Dietary options: Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free

    “Our culinary team specializes in customized catering and can accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary needs to create a personalized dining experience.”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “Yes! Guests at Lodge On The Desert enjoy free on-site parking, making arrivals and departures simple for weddings, banquets, and private events.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Indoors or out: Both

    “Indoor and outdoor areas make for picture-perfect venues for professional or social gatherings.”
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  • Setting: Urban, historic, relaxed

    “Set against the majestic backdrop of the Santa Catalina Mountains, its charming hacienda-style [accommodations](https://lodgeonthedesert.com/rooms.php), lush grounds, and historic charm make it Tucson’s urban oasis and an Old Pueblo masterpiece.”
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