Set on 60,000 acres of breathtaking desert landscapes in the heart of the Rincon Mountains in Tucson, Tanque Verde Ranch Resort is an award-winning dude ranch that has won various accolades for its outstanding accommodations, hearty cuisine, and an array of activities.
Located next to the Coronado National Forest and Saguaro National Park, the old time cattle, and guest ranch is named after the desert water source known as the TanqueVerde, which was once used by the area’s Native peoples.
Tanque Verde Ranch Resort features contemporary yet rustic accommodations in the form of salas, casitas and haciendas with a distinctive Southwestern feel and modern amenities, including wood-burning fireplaces, whirlpool baths and private patios with beautiful views. An on-site saloon and restaurant serve three hearty meals a day, and an exclusive spa offers pampering massages and indulgent body treatments. The resort provides a range of fun-filled activities such as horseback riding lessons, trail rides, mountain biking and a catch-and-release fishing lake, as well as indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts and a special Kid’s Club.
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1. Rooms & Suites
Tanque Verde Ranch offers a selection of lodging options that boast stylish southwestern style décor, modern amenities and spectacular panoramic views of the mountains and the surrounding desert. Authentic Santa Fe style architecture and traditional adobe walls complement the warm natural hues of the natural surroundings, and all guest rooms are inviting and comfortable, fusing the spirit of the Old West with modern-day technologies. Standard guest room amenities include desks, radios, mini fridges, fireplaces, wireless Internet and private patios with breathtaking views.
Several Casitas are located on Roadrunner Ridge facing the Saguaro National Park and offering spectacular views over the surrounding desert. Spacious and cozy with comfy sitting areas and wood-burning fireplaces, Casitas are decorated in a Western style and have desks, radios, mini fridges, fireplaces, wireless Internet and private patios with breathtaking views.
Quail Hollow features Salas and Casitas surrounding a beautiful grassy courtyard on the north side of the property. Simply designed and decorated Salas and slightly more spacious Casitas are rustic and comfortable with one king or queen or two queen-sized beds with plush linens, lovely sitting areas with desks, radios, mini fridges, fireplaces, wireless Internet and private patios with breathtaking views of the charming courtyard or mountainous desert landscape. Casitas enjoy wood-burning fireplaces and extra sitting areas.
Javelina Heights features lovely pink adobe huts with stunning sunset views over the Saguaro National Park. Room styles range from the rustic Salas to the more spacious Casitas with wood-burning fireplaces and private patios. Conveniently located beside the main walkway of the Ranch, Salas feature either one king or queen or two queen-sized beds with plush linens and modern amenities such as desks, radios, mini fridges, and wireless Internet. Casitas are also ideally located for soaking up the views with private patios, fireplaces, and comfy décor.
Desert Garden accommodations are surrounded by a garden of desert cacti beneath a canopy of mesquite trees and provide a peaceful place to enjoy the local birds and wildlife that live in the trees. Located just a few steps from the Ranch dining room, Salas and Casitas are tastefully decorated to match the Western spirit of the garden with one king or queen or two queen-sized beds with plush linens, lovely sitting areas with desks, radios, mini fridges, fireplaces, wireless Internet and private patios. Casitas enjoy wood-burning fireplaces and extra sitting areas.
Facing the north side of Tucson, the panoramic vista views from the terraces of the Mountain Vista Haciendas are incredible. Large bay windows capture the Santa Catalina Mountains to the north and the Rincon Mountains to the east while private patios provide the perfect place to kick back and relax in the tranquil surroundings. Authentically decorated in a Western style, these beautifully appointed rooms can accommodate up to six people and feature an entrance hallway and comfortable living area with table and chairs and a roaring fireplace. Bedrooms one king or queen or two queen-sized beds with plush linens and bedroom closets, and en-suite bathrooms have showers and whirlpool tubs. Modern amenities such as mini fridges, desks, radios, and wireless Internet add creature comforts to ensure an unforgettable stay.
2. Dining at Tanque Verde Ranch Resort
Tanque Verde Ranch offers a variety of Southwestern culinary adventures from hearty ranch house breakfasts to indoor and outdoor specialty dining experiences, such as a Ranch BBQ and Mexican Fiesta Night. Three meals are freshly prepared and served each day in the charming dining room or out on the deck in the warmer summer months. Begin the day with a delicious Southwestern-style breakfast of eggs, bacon, and sausage accompanied by French toast, a variety of breakfast bread, and cinnamon rolls. For the healthier version, go for homemade granola, fresh berries and fruit, and yogurt. Early risers can enjoy a Breakfast Ride, which involves an early morning ride to the Old Homestead for a freshly cooked breakfast of ranch-style eggs, bacon, Tanque Verde’s famous blueberry pancakes, and more against a backdrop of breathtaking scenery.
Lunch consists of a gourmet buffet second to none, with everything from salads, soups, and starters to entrées of meat, chicken and fish, fresh seasonal vegetables and mouthwatering desserts. Dinner is a multi-course gourmet affair with homemade soups and salads to start, followed by delicious traditional southwestern entrées of grilled meats and chicken, and ending with delectable desserts.
Other unique dining options include a down-home ranch BBQ experience at Cottonwood Grove complete with mouth-watering ribs or steaks, homemade cornbread, and live music in front of a roaring campfire.
The Doghouse Saloon is the perfect spot for unwinding over drinks after a long day in the saddle. The full service bar serves an extensive menu of local craft beers and signature cocktails, including the famous prickly pear margarita, and large flat screen televisions show the latest news and sports games.
3. Amenities & Recreational Activities
Tanque Verde Ranch is home to comfortable, cozy accommodations, an on-site restaurant that serves delicious home-cooked cuisine, both indoors and out, an exclusive spa and wellness center with desert-inspired therapies, outstanding function venues for conferences and weddings and a special kid’s club.
The Ranch also offers an abundance of activities for all ages from horseback riding lessons to guided hiking, swimming, and fishing. Tanque Verde has several tennis and basketball courts for guests to enjoy and offers on-site activities such as guided hiking, mountain biking and horseback trail riding, horseback riding lessons, dancing, swimming, and fishing. There are also several unique off-site activities to choose from such as mountain climbing, cave exploring, downhill skiing, and golf.
La Sonora Spa is a tranquil abode in which to relax the mind, body, and soul after a day of adventure and activity in the Arizona sun. The exclusive Spa features elegant treatment rooms where professional therapists conduct a range of treatments and massages, an indoor swimming pool with large windows that embrace the surrounding desert-scapes, and a luxurious whirlpool. Signature Massages include deep tissue sports massages and dream aroma touch therapy while featured body treatments use 100% organic Eminence products for a total sensory experience. La Sonora Spa also offers facials, enhancements, manicures, pedicures, hairstyling, makeup application and waxing services.
4. Weddings & Conferences at Tanque Verde Ranch Resort
The lovely location of the Tanque Verde Ranch makes it an ideal place for a special occasion or event such as weddings, birthdays, conferences or business meetings. The award-winning Ranch offers a variety of exceptional function venues, first-class catering, deluxe, southwestern- style accommodations and professional events planning team that will take care of every detail, not to mention spectacular panoramic views. The Ranch offers 10 exceptional meeting spaces that can accommodate a variety of group sizes, ranging from the 80-seater Cholla Room, which can be combined with the Saguaro Room for larger groups to the spectacular outdoor Rincon Terrace, which can seat up to 160 people banquet style and boasts awe-inspiring views.
A range of indoor and outdoor venues can accommodate up to 200 guests for weddings, ceremonies, receptions and parties, as well as customized catering, luxurious accommodations, and excellent entertainment. Guests have the opportunity to enjoy the array of activities the Ranch has to offer during their stay while professional wedding planners take care of the rest.
Tanque Verde Ranch offers a special Kid’s Day Camp and Program for the little ones, which includes a variety of educational fun-filled adventures and activities to keep them occupied. Children are grouped according to their age and caring and knowledgeable staff take care of them while they enjoy guided hiking, horseback riding (based on ability) and grooming, tennis, arts and crafts, nature walks and swimming during the day. The Ranch also offers a year-round Kid’s Day Camp for children between the ages of seven and 12. Get Rates
Tanque Verde Ranch Resort, 14301 East Speedway, Tucson, Arizona 85748, Phone: 800-234-3833
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