Tanque Verde Ranch, TucsonTanque Verde Ranch in Tucson, United States has a corrected score of 3.8 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 10 of 99 hotels we score in Tucson. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.0 before correction: Booking.com 3.8, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 4.3.Tanque Verde Ranch is a historic guest ranch dating from 1868, set on 60,000 acres of Sonoran desert next to Saguaro National Park on the outskirts of Tucson, Arizona. It operates as an all-inclusive resort, with horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking and fishing on offer, alongside swimming pools, a spa and a restaurant serving Southwestern and steak dishes. Accommodation ranges from casitas to standard rooms, all with modern comforts after a 2013 renovation. It suits families and outdoor-minded travellers who want activities and meals bundled into one rate. Some guests report uneven staff service, and a few rooms still feel unfinished despite the refurbishment.What stands out

Large desert property beside Saguaro National Park

Horseback riding and many outdoor activities

Family-friendly with all-inclusive rates

Pools, spa and on-site dining

Watch out for

Some staff service described as brusque

Some rooms still need updating

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