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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
TV
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms70 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Tucson, AZ
  • Tucson Convention Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Rialto Theatre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • University of Arizona
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the area

Tucson

This holiday home puts you in the heart of Tucson, within a 20-minute stroll of Tucson Greyhound Park and Southside Presbyterian Church. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a living room and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this South Tucson holiday home include University of Arizona and Tucson Convention Center.
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What's nearby

  • Tucson Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Fox Theatre - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Rialto Theatre - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • University of Arizona - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Kino Sports Complex - 6 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Roy Laos Transit Center - 5 min drive
  • Tucson Station - 9 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacos Apson - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Don Chava Tortillas - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Carnitas La Yoca - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A Gem in the Heart of Tucson

Lic# 20731308 This 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom home is great for events near the heart of downtown Tucson such as The Gem Show, Rodeo, and El Tour de Tucson. The Tucson Convention Center is just a short Lyft or Uber away! This is also a great hide away for days when you just want to take a break from all the activity. Free parking in a gated driveway is a fresh break from parking fees! Mexican restaurants are just a short walk or drive to get your fill of the southwestern cuisine!

Property manager

Mark Johnson

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 750 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does A Gem in the Heart of Tucson have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at A Gem in the Heart of Tucson?

No, A Gem in the Heart of Tucson does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at A Gem in the Heart of Tucson?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

A Gem in the Heart of Tucson Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lois W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean,quiet,
Well prepared , was well stocked,even had coffee in cubbered
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was a very nice place to stay
We definitely enjoyed staying here as it was quiet safe and comfortable
Stayed 22 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz G

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful time...Host very attentive and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Constance B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not a gem
We were in town to have ceramic coating installed on our RV and truck so we wanted something in close proximity. This home was convenient, but not in the best of neighborhoods. There was constant foot traffic of what appeared to be unhoused folks, but we were not approached by any of them. The home is older and in need of some updates. PROs: VERY Clean, Very Well Stocked for cooking. There were plenty of cleaning products in shower, linens, blankets, etc. All appliances worked well. The floors were all tile and in good condition. Cons: No window treatments in the master bath, allowing night time lighting to illuminate the bedroom. Ceiling leaked in two locations during a rain storm. Manager was notified for mitigation. We did place towels and then a couple pans under to prevent further mess. These leaks occurred in the kitchen and did not cause any damage to anything. **Dogs adjacent to the property were constantly barking (no fault of VRBO). The entrance/exit door opened on the side of the barking dogs and our last night the dogs barked constantly for twenty minutes while we were trying to go to sleep. Although we would not feel comfortable staying at this location again, it was convenient for what we needed this time. I commend the owner/manager for trying to improve the neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Ken V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tucson rental home
The house was very well equipped, very clean, spacious bathrooms, and bedrooms. It seamed that the main ptack unit in the kitchen area could not keep that area very warm. In the morning when we would get up the temp in that room would be in the lower 60s. Once the day progressed it would warm up. The parking area is tight quarters especially when you are driving a full sized vehicle. Over all we enjoyed the accommodations. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient for Travel, But Come Prepared
This property was very close to I10, which made travel to everywhere we needed to go easy. It was also well cleaned. Make sure to bring extra long device cables as many of the outlets are loose and don't hold the cords well. Also, be prepared for the weather. The heating did not work great in all of the rooms, and I expect the cooling during the summer would be the same. Also, if you are sensitive to noise, make sure to pack earplugs as the air/heating units make some noise during the night that might bother some people. Finally, the gate is set up for a padlock, so if you need the extra security just make sure to bring a good lock with with you.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

LINDA H., Altoona

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for what we needed
Nice little house, had everything we needed for a weeks stay. Very close to Walgreens, grocery store and laundromat. Easy access to 10. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spotless house in quiet neighborhood.
Well-kept secure house in a quiet neighborhood. Convenient to downtown Tucson and quick access to I-10. A good central location for visiting the many venues of the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

4/10 Poor

Adam G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
You get what you pay for.
We were looking for a place close to the gem shows. This place definitely checked that box. It was minutes to Kino and JOGS. But that’s the only positive. This house felt like I was staying at my Tia’s house. The fans were dusty, the shower curtains had mildew and the master bed blanket was dirty! I have pictures to prove it. The worst part was there was constant sketchy activity happening all around. The police were constantly pulling people over. There we’re always cars parked outside. If we went to get something from the truck the security lights on the house would scare them off. The parking is gated but we still didn’t feel super safe. We never took any of our gem show haul out of the car for fear of the neighbors being tempted to break in. Inside the house there were weird motion sensors in multiple areas. Like seriously! Why? The heaters worked well and the one sofa in the house was comfy. We never cooked in the house. We would have left for a hotel but i didn’t want to use our gem show money. :( I would never stay here again. The owner was responsive but didn’t seem to concerned when I reported the dirty blankets. If you stay here, just know the area is a little scary. I would definitely not let my kids play in the small yard outside.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Cassandra K.

Liked: Cleanliness
great place for dog owners
Good place to stay if you on a bird hunting trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence S.

Liked: Cleanliness
It is a Gem
The house was exactly as advertised. Conveniently located about 10 minutes from just about everything to include the University of Arizona, which was our prime reason for being in Tucson (Parents weekend). The neighborhood was quiet, the accommodations comfortable and clean. It was easy to find our way around from there. It will be on our list of places to return to!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Tucson!
We enjoyed the flavor of South Tucson in Mark's historic adobe casita. It is conveniently located near local restaurants, downtown Tucson, UofA and Saguaro National Park West. We look forward to returning. Michael and Brenda
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dennis J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was comfortable and very relaxing.
A great experience and Marc made sure everything was good to go. We are pleased with the time spent here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020