Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center

2.5 star property

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Property grounds
Reception
Courtyard
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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55 S Orilla Avenue, Ajo, AZ, 85321
  • Place, Cabeza Preita National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ajo Plaza
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ajo Museum & Historical Society
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, Refrigerator & Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Gallery Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center

Pet-friendly hotel connected to the convention centre in Ajo with free parking
This smoke-free hotel features a microwave in a common area, a fridge in a common area and a library. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, a picnic area and gift shops/newsstands are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. An iron/ironing board, hairdryers and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center. During your stay, you'll be connected to the convention centre and just a quick walk from New Cornelia Branch Hospital. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and breakfast (surcharge) are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include 2 meeting rooms, a gift shop and multilingual staff
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the spaciousness and overall comfort
  • 8 minutes by foot from Ajo Plaza and a 4-minute drive from Ajo Museum & Historical Society
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
As a guest of Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center, you'll find a library, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands. There are 2 meeting rooms available. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center also features a garden, a picnic area, and a television in common area. Self parking is free.

This Ajo hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a English breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15.92 for adults and USD 15.92 for children

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2015
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately USD 15.92 for adults and from USD 15.92 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Sonoran Desert Inn Ajo
Sonoran Desert Inn
Sonoran Desert Ajo
Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center Ajo
Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center Hotel
Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center Hotel Ajo

Reviews

Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 445 out of 613 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 613 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 613 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 613 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 613 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher J

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommend. Beautiful and comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying here. Great staff, very friendly and helpful.The rooms were great and the beds were very comfortable. Really clean rooms with great coffee. I loved the courtyard and the little desert animals that visit. Would definitely recommend this place especially to big groups looking to stay together. Will be back soon. courtyard
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lainie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Zach

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a high quality hotel. Only discomfort came because the AC system in our room was unable to cool room enough for it to be comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

alisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden Gem

Beautiful hidden gem in Ajo. We will definitely be back! ☺
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Parking was an issue;not close for handicspped
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald, santa margarita

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Although I did spot a few hairs and tiny black stains on the bed linens, those minor (and fairly common) imperfections weren't enough to dock a star from otherwise very clean, comfy, quiet place to spend night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cecilyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cockroaches in our room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Tim, Elizabeth

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
For Ajo it’s nice. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Small town America

Was a pleasant stay. Like supporting the small town. Historical place. Chill vibe. They need to post their WiFi code in the rooms. The town does not use T-Mobile just a heads up.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

DAVID

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old school made into hotel. Shower leaked on cement floor flooding bathroom. Floor was slick had to use all towels. NO staff present to get new towels. Dishes were dirty. Cement floor
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was super cute and clean. We absolutely loved staying here and we will return in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Adalberto

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abdullah

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a unique location in an old school. We slept in a large classroom. The location was perfect for our trip the next morning. It also seems like a great locatio for a conference.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025