Super 8 by Wyndham Tucson/Grant Road Area AZ
Exit 256, 1550 W Grant Rd I-10, Tucson, AZ 85745, Tucson, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.2 / 5
Overview
Super 8 by Wyndham Tucson/Grant Road Area is a 2-star budget hotel located just off I-10 at Exit 256 on West Grant Road in Tucson, Arizona. It offers a no-frills, affordable base for travelers, with a public rating of 3.2 from 842 reviews reflecting a mix of positive and negative guest experiences. The property is positioned for easy highway access rather than a resort-style setting.
Rooms
Rooms come with en suite bathrooms, cable/satellite TV, and free WiFi throughout. Many rooms also include microwaves, minifridges, and/or coffeemakers, giving guests basic self-catering convenience during their stay.
Amenities & Recreation
On-site amenities include an outdoor pool and a heated spa for guests looking to relax after a day of sightseeing or driving. A guest laundry facility is also available, which is useful for longer stays or road-trippers needing to freshen up their belongings. A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning as part of the stay.
Location
The hotel sits roughly a 7-minute drive from the University of Arizona and about 16 minutes from Tucson International Airport, making it a practical stop for both campus visitors and air travelers. It is also within a few kilometers of several Tucson cultural sites, including the Tucson Museum of Art (about 3.8 km), Presidio San Agustín del Tucsón Museum (about 3.9 km), the University of Arizona Museum of Art and Center for Creative Photography (both roughly 4.4-4.6 km), and Tumamoc Hill (about 2.9 km) for those wanting a nearby hike.
Nearby Attractions
Farther afield, guests can reach the Reid Park Zoo and Tucson Botanical Gardens (both around 8.5-8.7 km), Tohono Chul Botanical Gardens (about 9.9 km), and The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures (about 9.9 km). More distant attractions include the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, San Xavier del Bac Mission, Pima Air & Space Museum, and Sabino Canyon Recreation Area, all located roughly 15 to 18 kilometers away and best reached by car.
Best for
This hotel suits budget-conscious travelers, road-trippers passing through on I-10, and families needing an affordable overnight stop, especially since kids 17 and under stay free with an adult. It also works for visitors attending events at the University of Arizona, given the short 7-minute drive to campus, and for those wanting quick access to downtown Tucson's museums and cultural sites.
Travel tips
Having a car is recommended, since the hotel is positioned at an I-10 exit and most attractions -- from downtown museums a few kilometers away to sites like the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum and Sabino Canyon nearly 18 km out -- are more convenient to reach by road than on foot. Guests heading to or from Tucson International Airport should budget about 16 minutes of drive time. Because some guests have reported issues like room key shortages, it may help to confirm check-in details in advance during busy periods.
What guests say
Guest feedback is mixed, with recurring praise for the hotel's convenient location close to downtown Tucson and comments about hardworking, courteous staff. Several reviewers also mention comfortable beds and clean rooms as positives. On the negative side, some guests report maintenance concerns, including a bathroom with water damage and mold/mildew odor, and at least one account describes the hotel running out of room keys during a stay. Overall, the reviews reflect a budget property with generally decent service and location but inconsistent room condition.
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