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Authentic Adobe in Central Tucson Residential Area

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Dining
Living room
Back yard
Dining room
Dining room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 4139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Convertible bed off second bedroom

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half bath easy access from pool

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Authentic Adobe in Central Tucson Residential Area

Welcome to Royal Palms II, a centrally-located Old Tucson authentic Adobe home. ALL modern creature comforts, including swimming pool (not heated in winter),of course, wireless Internet for your convenience! Sleeps 4. Professionally decorated in Arizona Inn style. Available by the weeks and extra days. Shaded off-street parking. Cental heating and air conditioning.
Two bedroom – with an ultra cozy queen-size beds 2 ½ baths, and FULL kitchen.
Beautiful dining room with Saguaro ribbed and Vega beams ceiling. Have a dinner party for six or many, many more! Also good for a fabulous conference meeting.
Amenities include: FREE cable TV, FREE wireless Internet service, FREE utilities; swimming pool (not heated); your own private patio; gas BBQ grill; Excellent central city location, 5 minutes from University of Arizona, golf, shopping, restaurants, and major medical centers. No smoking in the house.
Unique custom designed interior, Spanish-colonial furnishings including a large dining table, Mexican tile kitchen counters.

Distances:
Airport: 9.63 miles
Tucson downtown: 4.94 miles
Restaurants within one mile:
The Feast
The Dish
Lodge on the Desert
Locale
Lots of Sushi resturant close.
Char's Tahi food,
Koren and Greek and Mideastern all walking distance.
Numerous ethnic restaurants
Mid-eastrn grocery around corner.

Owner resides on the premises and has one small dog.

Keywords: Guest Home

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
POOL: NO glass around pool! *NO DIVING!!!! *The pool is a play pool. 3 feet at both ends… Never ever any kids alone by pool.
*The pool is a play pool 3 ft at ends! NO DIVING ever! No kids alone in pool area.

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
This property accepts credit cards
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

About the area

Tucson

Peter Howell, a neighbourhood in Tucson, is home to this holiday home. San Pedro Chapel and 4th Avenue are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Tucson Botanical Gardens and Zocalo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Reffkin Tennis Center or Hi Corbett Field. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tucson, AZ

What's nearby

  • Tucson Botanical Gardens - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Disruptive Paintball Inc - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Reffkin Tennis Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • El Con Mall - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Catalina American Baptist Church - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Tucson Station - 9 min drive
  • Tohono Transit Center - 13 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Kazoku - Sushi & Japanese Cuisine - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Frank's Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Authentic Adobe in Central Tucson Residential Area have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Authentic Adobe in Central Tucson Residential Area?

As of 7 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Authentic Adobe in Central Tucson Residential Area on 27 May 2026 start from AU$343, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Authentic Adobe in Central Tucson Residential Area pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Authentic Adobe in Central Tucson Residential Area?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Authentic Adobe in Central Tucson Residential Area?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Authentic Adobe in Central Tucson Residential Area?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Authentic Adobe in Central Tucson Residential Area located?

Located in Peter Howell, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Tucson Botanical Gardens and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from University of Arizona. Reffkin Tennis Center and El Con Mall are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and fun place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2026
Thank you so much for your review!💛
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexis C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved everything about Gigi’s place! Great house, great location and Gigi gave wonderful recommendations for things to do in the area. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M n J B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy, comfortable home in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2026
Thank you! Really nice! Always welcome back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the 1939 Adobe style. Centrally located and comfy beds!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2026
Dana, Awww thank you so much!! So appreciated the review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a marvoulius stay in Tucson with Gigi.We loved the location, space, deco and got eveything we needed.Wish we stay longer.Thanks for a glorous stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Feb 2026
Thank you for your kind words. Really appreciate you guys and hope to see you back here in the future!🤗
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carolyn f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home with a beautiful pool, well stocked and comfortable. The host is so helpful kind and a great communicator. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Parents weekend

Great location for our visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2021
Great guests!! Would always have them back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

cozy and quiet

This house was very cozy, with a large dinning area, perfect for a quiet dinner. The pool / patio area was very cute. We loved sitting outside and enjoying the weather. In a great area and close to everything. The host who lives nearby also had the sweetest cat that greeted us outside everytime we returned. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Denise M.

Comfortable and great location

Owner was terrific and very responsive. We were very comforatble and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

joanie g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Centrally located yet feeling of privacy. Close to Randolph Park golf course and practice range. Walking distance to well-reviewed Mexican restaurant -and great Middle East food market.
Stayed 47 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Tucson Stay

A great property host is always important when deciding on a rental. Gigi did not disappoint. Her extensive knowledge of Tucson was a great asset for our trip. House location was great. We enjoyed a morning neighborhood walk before heading off on our daily adventure. Her central location was perfect for getting around. We enjoyed the uniqueness of Gigi’s home. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter getaway

This is a wonderful property and Gigi is a wonderful host. It just needs some updating (new rugs, pictures,etc.) Overall we had a great time and we loved Tucson.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Barbara O.

Very cluttered! Needs to clean out closets and kitchen cupboards!

Eclectic home in the heart of Tucson! We were 5 and it would have been better for 4....The owner is on site with info on all things Tucson....She and her dog, LuLu, are very friendly and helpful...
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you for your evaluation. You are so right. That one closet needs a redo. It’s crowded with bedding. Kitchen cupboards needs to reduce. I appreciate you taking the time to write. I enjoyed having you. Hope your knee is feeling better! Thanks again🤗
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Just right!!!

What a fantastic place! Very centrally located near the University of AZ and super comfortable. The casita is very well decorated, the kitchen is very well stocked and the beds are very comfy. We loved staying here and only wished we had spent more time in the casita than we did, as we were out and about the majority of the time. To top it all off, the owner, Gigi, is delightful and very helpful while maintaining total privacy for guests. Corresponding with her to set things up was a breeze too! I highly recommend this spot. Plenty of room and very quiet and peaceful. An oasis of calm and comfort in cnetral Tucson!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you. I appreciate your business! I really hope to have you back. There is really lots to do here year around. I'll be happy to turn you on to some great places. Most very close. Hikes, mountains (skiing) 45 mins from my door.
Verified

8/10 Good

John W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Good location

This property is in a great location and host Gigi knows Tucson and is happy to share history and places to explore. The adobe home is old and consequently minus some conveniences. The laundry room is a shared space with Gigi. If you like bohemian spaces with lots of collectibles this will be a fit. On the other hand, if you prefer neat and tidy, this might not be best option.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Feb 2023
This home looks exactly like the photos. It is a beautiful, comfortable and clean space. It is not a hotel. Many people feel it has a European / Southwest feel to it. Adobe Built 1939.
Verified

8/10 Good

me m.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Artsy vibe

We were pleasantly greeted by Gigi who gave us a detailed tour of the rental. The kitchen is stocked with extra condiments and supplies making our visit to the grocery store a breeze. Master bed was comfortable and bathroom had great towels. The dining has a most beautiful ceiling covered in saguaro cactus ribs. Location was good for our travels to Sonoran Desert Museum, Saguaro National Park, Kartchners Caverns, and Ramsey Canyon Preserve. The location in set among the noise of city traffic so sitting outside can be rather noisy. Many wind chimes around the patio did help to create a more soothing atmosphere. We chose the property because it has a pool but high winds and cold water temperature did not make it inviting. There was a pool vacuum which floated all day long and made our entrance into the water a bit intrusive during the day. Depending on your decorating preference you may find this property a bit cluttered.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2021
I just want to remind any renters renting, this is my home, not a hotel. It’s clean, as one would expect from a hotel. It has comfortable furnishing and art that are my world, which I’m sharing with you. Naturally, if there is something that doesn’t suit your aesthetic you can ask me to make arrangements to change it, if that’s do able. That goes for anything that would make your stay more comfortable. I live there, too. Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tucson adventure

The property is unique in a good way. Enjoyed our stay. Hostess is friendly and lives on the same property. Felt at home.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2022
Wonderful guest! Left everything prefect! Would have them back in a heart beat❤️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice charm and warm

Loved our stay. The house is warm and inviting. Gigi was a great tour guide and historian about the home. Great living and kitchen area. The home is well equipped and very clean. If we are back in Tucson we would love to stay again. Thanks for opening your home to us.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property and host

Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and hostess in Tucson

We had a great time. Gigi was very attentive and helped us figure out local eating and visiting options. The house is cozy, and the pool/patio area and grill were superb. Will stay again when visiting Tucson.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Somiran G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot in great location

The house was very comfortable and spacious - with 2 bedrooms, a great kitchen and dining area and a lovely outdoor patio + swimming pool.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Chris d.

Amazing architecture, but cluttered and dusty

First of all, the positives: This is a wonderful, 80-year-old, adobe home in a quiet neighborhood. The location is great for anyone needing to visit the University of Arizona. The owner, and her dog, are friendly and helpful. There is great potential for this to be a wonderful home to visit, but we found the home to be over-decorated. This caused several problems: There weren't any flat surfaces on which to place our things as they all had vases, candlesticks, scarves, artificial flower arrangements, etc. on them. We ended up living out of our suitcases for six days. The decorations and many throw rugs make this a very difficult house to keep clean and many surfaces are really dusty, including light fixtures. This would not work for someone with allergies, and it did detract from our comfort. The furniture is not comfortable at all. The beds were comfortable enough, but the pillows smelled musty. The living room sofa and side chairs are very old and lack padding or springs. The sofa tends to push one onto the floor. We also wished there was a desk or table to use with our laptop and a table for playing cards. Lastly, there was a strong floral odor, like air freshener or Fabreez, that permeated the home for the whole week. It never seemed to lessen and was completely objectionable. We never felt like cooking and eating a meal. A few minor changes, better furniture, and a thorough cleaning could make this a wonderful rental.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annalisa R.

Beautiful and relaxing haven in a great location

My husband and I stayed for a few days with our two teens over midwinter break, and we had such a nice visit! Gigi has created a such a calm and beautiful environment. She has put thought into every wall and every corner. I wish she could come and help me decorate my home! The beds were comfortable and the living room had a nice chair for everyone. The kitchen had everything we wanted for light cooking (pasta) and reheating food, and it was nice to have a french press and electric water boiler. The house is in a very convenient location-- we had stores, a nice coffee shop, and restaurants within an easy walk, and pretty much whatever you need within an easy drive. We enjoyed eating breakfast outside on the patio, and it was nice to have a large table to eat at and for playing games after days of enjoying hiking in the Sonora Canyon and cave touring. Gigi made sure we had everything we needed and she was on hand next door in case we had any trouble. But we didn't have any trouble. Everything was perfect and we had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Archival

8/10 Good

Comfortable digs

Good spaces for two couples!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perry P.

Cozy and comfortable all around!

We shared this stylish 2BR with family and loved having a nice house to just sit and visit in. It's so comfortable and felt like home right away. The neighborhood was close to everything and we enjoyed morning walks. I'll come back again and I'd recommend to anyone needing a place in Tucson for 4 or 5 people. Really enjoyed it!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you! You guys were great!!! So glad it all worked out. Hope your Dad stays healthy and happy for many years to come. I really do hope to see you again in the future. My best Gigi

About the host

Hosted by Gigi Brown

Host profile image
Hi,
I am a retired interior design professor. A devoted yogi. For 40 years in this dear home and it still remains my sanctuary. The home has lots of character. I have been blessed. You will love it too.

Why they chose this property

I choose to rent some of my home because of too much house. It's now like a duplex, separated by enclosed hall and utilitie room.
Remember thick adobe walls, the areas of each house parts are not attached, just passage way with locked doors at either end of passage hall. it's prefect!!!

What makes this property unique

Welcome,
Your guesthouse is the main residence and very comfortable and private, although semi attached to east wing, where I live. You have your own patio, (a pool & backyard which we might share). It"s amazingly comfortable & convenient all around.
The best benifit is location. Close to everything.
You will be in the very center of Tucson, a short hour drive from Mt. Lemmon, there is a ski reort, and yes a winter, sometime you can ski our 9000+ ft mountain. Also, two minutes drive to a great public golf course. Minutes away from University of Arizona campus and three major hospitals, UMC, TMC and St Joseph's.
Our location is within walking distance from the Speedway and Alvernon intersection.
Contact me for more info, Cordially, Gigi. home, cell (520) 730 4576. Always leave message! Always and many thanks

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