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Tucson Golf Holidays

Archaeologists have determined that Tucson is one of the oldest continually inhabited places in America. And why not - the area is blessed with over three hundred days of sunshine each year, has an annual average daily temperature of 70°F (21^oC), and is surrounded by majestic mountains. It's no wonder that people have been living here from as far back as 800 B.C…Even without the superb Tucson Golf Holiays and great food and nightlife.

The JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa boasts three loops of nine and great views of the Tucson mountains. Twenty minutes to the south of Tucson, in the town of Green Valley, you'll find two fine layouts that are definitely worth a visit: San Ignacio and Canoa Hills. Due to the area's higher elevation, both of these courses offer commanding views of the nearby Santa Rita Mountains and cooler temperatures during the summer. San Ignacio was designed by Arthur Hills and opened in 1989. It features a number of elevated tees, tight fairways and fast greens. There's plenty of trouble here, too - both sand and grass bunkers, grassy mounds and four lakes - but almost all of it is clearly visible.

Just east of Tucson - nestled between the Catalina and Rincon Mountains - is a very pretty layout no doubt named for the hundreds of gold seekers that came through this area on their way to California in the mid-1800s. It's called Forty Niner Country Club and opened 50 years ago.

Tucson Golf Breaks

Mere minutes northwest of the city you'll find the largest golf facility in southern Arizona: the luxurious Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf & Tennis Resort. In addition to 45 holes of enjoyable golf, the Hilton Tucson - a Mobil four-star and AAA four-diamond facility - offers 428 guest rooms, 31 floodlit tennis courts, a fitness centre, a spa and five restaurants. All three of the layouts here - the 18-hole Cañada and Conquistador courses and the 9-hole Pusch Ridge course - are worth playing.

North of the city there are four other fine layouts to consider. All were designed by some of the best architects in the business, and all offer spectacular views of the surrounding mountains. At the Westin La Paloma Resort you'll experience 27 challenging holes that were designed in 1984 by the "Golden Bear" himself, Jack Nicklaus. In 2004, Golf Digest ranked the Westin La Paloma one of the 60 best golf resorts in North America. Vistoso is one of the toughest courses in the entire state of Arizona. From the back tees (6,952 yards), this gorgeous desert-style tract features a course rating of 72.1 and a slope rating of 147 (and that's with only one water hazard in play on the whole course!).

Sensational sights and excellent golf await you at Heritage Highlands as well. Like San Ignacio to the south of the city, Heritage Highlands is an Arthur Hills design that opened in 1997. Located at the base of beautiful Tortolita Mountain, this lovely layout also provides golfers with stirring vistas of the Santa Catalina, Rincon, Tucson and Santa Rita mountains and the city below.

One other course to check out north of Tucson is Arizona National. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. and opened in 1995, this very sturdy layout does feature the "target" game that's so often associated with desert golf. Forced carries are frequent and some of them can be quite lengthy - which is a very good reason not to play Arizona National from the tips. From the back tees, in case you're wondering, this demanding tract sports a course rating of 72.4 and a slope rating of 146.

Golf Breaks Tucson

The city is lively, young in nature and a warm welcome awaits – from the locals and the sunshine on your Tucson Golf Breaks.

Golf Courses

Ritz Carlton Dove Mountain golf course

Tucson provides an unbelievable setting for golf and now there's a luxury resort to match the surroundings. The Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain is set against the Tortolita Mountains less than an hour north of Tucson International Airport in the town of Marana. It's a stunning desert/mountain …
El Conquistador golf course

Set on 500 acres of high desert at the foot of the Santa Catalina Mountains is one of Arizona's most outstanding golf resorts. The Hilton Tucson El Conquistador is located just north of Tucson and features access to 45 holes of Championship-standard golf and top-class resort facilities. There are …
The Westin La Paloma golf course

The Westin La Paloma offers arguably Tucson's best resort golf experience. With a Jack Nicklaus Signature course, Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa, five recreational pools, racquet sports, three outstanding dining options (brasserie, southwestern, grill and also a deli and the J Bar and much more, there …

Golf Accommodation and Hotels

JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa4 star

Splendidly positioned high up in the majestic Tucson Mountains, the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa overlooks the dazzling Sonoran Desert and the valley below. Designed in a Pueblo-like style, this handsome facility features 575 guestrooms. Each one has a patio or a balcony, and they all offer …
Ritz Carlton Dove Mountain5 star

Tucson provides an unbelievable setting for golf and now there's a luxury resort to match the surroundings. The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain is set against the Tortolita Mountains less than an hour north of Tucson International Airport in the town of Marana. Its stunning desert/mountain landscape is …
The Westin La Paloma5 star

The Westin La Paloma offers arguably Tucson's best resort golf experience. With a Jack Nicklaus Signature course, Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa, five recreational pools, three outstanding dining options and much more, there is truly everything you need right on site. In addition, they offer daytime …
DoubleTree by Hilton Tucson - Reid Park3 star

Set within beautiful desert surroundings, the DoubleTree Hotel at Reid Park is close to everything Tucson has to offer including all our great area golf courses. This AAA three-diamond property features 295 renovated guestrooms with high-speed Internet access, 42" plasma TV's and Hilton's upgraded …
El Conquistador Golf & Tennis Resort5 star

Set on 500 acres of high desert at the foot of the Santa Catalina Mountains is one of Arizona's most outstanding golf resorts. The Hilton Tucson El Conquistador is located just north of Tucson and features access to 45 holes of Championship-calibre golf and an amazing resort facilities. On property …
The Golf Villas at Oro Valley3 star

The Golf Villas at Oro Valley in Tucson, Arizona is the perfect choice for groups of friends traveling together, weekly or monthly vacation rentals, extended stays for business or relocation, or a golf getaway on many of the Tucson area’s first-class golf courses.
Omni Tucson National Resort4 star

The tradition lives on at the Omni Tucson National Resort. They invite you to explore a magnificent journey of the newly remodeled desert oasis. A masterful blend of nature, inspiration, and luxury unveils with the $30 million renovation. They invite you to experience a world-class spa, two highly …
Sonoran Suites4 star

With a location ideal to enjoy the very best sights and golf courses of Tucson and a price to please the smallest of wallets, the Sonoran Suites come in in two- and three-bedroom sizes with full-size washer and dryer, ceiling fans throughout, full kitchen, ceramic tile bath with Roman tub, walk-in …