Introduction / Description
A 9-minute drive from Tucson Mountain Park, this adobe bed-and-breakfast in a vintage ranch setting on 13 acres is a 5-minute drive from Old Tucson Studios' movie sets and theme park.
Breakfast or lunch is included at the neighboring cafe serving Southwestern cuisine. A common room has relaxed seating, a fireplace and a computer for guest use. All rooms open onto a courtyard with native plants and a fountain. A shop sells local art and gifts.
Located on the outskirts of Tucson, Cat Mountain Lodge is the perfect place to soak up a little sun, enjoy the evening stars and generally get away from it all. This southwestern style B&B features -f11 rooms, including one which will work for many wheelchair-users and slow walkers.
Arrival & Car Parking
There is a signed accessible parking place near the entrance, however since the parking lot is gravel, it’s not striped. Although guests seem to respect the signage; some wheelchair-users may need a little help over the gravel. Once you get to the flagstone sidewalk, you’re good to go, as there’s level access to the courtyard. In true hacienda style, the guest rooms surround the peaceful courtyard filled with desert plants and a fountain.
There is a sliding glass door to the public Arizona Room, which features a computer and printer, books, magazines and coffee to enjoy around the kiva fireplace. The innkeeper can be found there during business hours, but the room is always available to guests.
Accessible Rooms & Bathrooms / Accessibility
At the Lodge, our 5 spacious rooms feature a mix of Southwestern style and modern conveniences. Each room has a private bath, sitting area and French doors opening onto a central courtyard filled with native plants. Relax on the adjoining desert patio with Juan Wayne, our resident tortoise. Two rooms are wheelchair accessible and dogs are allowed in select rooms. There is WiFi throughout the Lodge.
Just across the street, our Roadside Inn offers 6 uniquely themed rooms inspired by Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, Oaxaca and more. Each room opens up onto a beautiful wraparound patio from which you can relax and view the beautiful desert scenery and local wildlife. Behind the Inn, enjoy a beautiful pyramid of desert succulents inspired by the one Diego Rivera built for Frida Kahlo's courtyard at La Casa Azul. One room is wheelchair accessible and dogs are allowed in select rooms. There is WiFi throughout the Inn.
Fiesta Room
The accessible Fiesta Room is located just a few steps away. It features a wide doorway; however there is a one-inch lip at the entrance. Inside, the tile floors are accented with throw rugs, and the room is decorated with a definite southwestern flair. Furnishings include a love seat, a table and chairs, a chest of drawers, and two nightstands. There is wheelchair access on both sides of the 21-inch high king-sized bed, and the room also has a small refrigerator. The room is very spacious, but some folks may need to move a piece or two of furniture for better pathway access.
There is a wide doorway into the bathroom which is outfitted with a shower with grab bars and a hand-held showerhead. There is a one-inch lip on the shower, and although it’s 56 inches wide and 28 inches deep, because of the layout of the bathroom, there is only 27-inches of clearance at the entrance. The toilet grab bars are located on the right and back walls (as seated); and the room also includes a 36-inch high pedestal sink with a lowered mirror. Although the bathroom will work for many people, it’s not the best setup for power wheelchair-users, mostly because of the narrow clearance to the shower.
Additional Information
The lodge sits on 13 acres, and there’s level access to a nice patio area out back that’s furnished with a swing and some chairs.
Guests are also treated to breakfast at the Coyote Pause Cafe, which is just a short walk from the lodge. Although the route is level, it’s best to drive if you use a wheelchair, as the gravel surface makes for tough rolling. There’s accessible parking in front of the cafe, with level access to the building. Menu selections range from southwestern specialties like huevos rancheros and mesquite pancakes with prickly pear syrup, to traditional favorites like bacon and eggs or omelets.
Cat Mountain Station, which houses a number of shops, is located next to the cafe. There is level access to Cat Mountain Emporium, The Trading Post, and the galleries that compose the 4,500–square foot shopping center. It’s a good place to find locally crafted jewelry, art work and textiles.
