El Cortez Travel Guide
Tucson
Popular places to visit
Saguaro National Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Saguaro National Park and enjoy the hiking trails in Tucson. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's desert landscapes.
Davis-Monthan Air Force Base
After visiting Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tucson. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Sabino Canyon
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sabino Canyon during your travels in Tucson. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Pima Air and Space Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Pima Air and Space Museum during your trip to Tucson. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Old Tucson Studios
Enjoy an outing to Old Tucson Studios during your stay in Tucson. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Reid Park Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Reid Park Zoo home during your holiday in Tucson? Discover the area's desert landscapes and mountain views.
Top hotels in El Cortez
3 Palms Tucson North Foothills
Safe location and property, clean room and love being within walking distance of good restaurants and some shopping. I didn’t have to cross any streets, just a parking lot, to have breakfast.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Hotel McCoy Tucson - Art, Coffee, Beer, Wine
The hotel was the perfect location for our needs. Wonderful, friendly staff. The rooms were very clean. The breakfast was better than expected! Thanks for the great stay.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Red Roof Inn Tucson North - Marana
There was multiple stains on comforter and dead roaches in room when I arrived. The ac unit was run down and was loud like sitting on side of highway
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Beautiful property with lots of room to walk and explore. Many friendly faces and helpful staff. We have stayed twice and have loved our stay both times!
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Casino Del Sol Resort
Property is nice. We always enjoy staying there
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
The Alice Hotel
clean and cute! staff was super friendly as well.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Cortez
Blenman-Elm
While Blenman-Elm isn't home to many top sights, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, McKale Center and Arizona Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Tucson
Theatres, river views and live music are some highlights of Downtown Tucson. Make a stop by Fox Theatre or Southern Arizona Heritage and Visitor Center while you're exploring.
Sam Hughes
If you're spending some time in Sam Hughes, Zocalo and Himmel Park Tennis Center are top sights worth seeing.
Campus Farm
Campus Farm might not have many top sights, but St. Phillips Plaza and Rillito Park Horse Racetrack are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Palo Verde
When in Palo Verde, you can plan a visit to Tucson Botanical Gardens and El Con Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
