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The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western

2.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, free pool cabanas
BBQ/picnic Area
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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810 E Benson Hwy, Tucson, AZ, 85713
  • Kino Sports Complex
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Tucson Convention Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • University of Arizona
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Tucson, AZ (TUS-Tucson Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western

Hotel in Tucson with free breakfast and 24-hour fitness centre
This hotel features an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, a computer station and an arcade/games room are on-site. Change of towels is available on request
The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western offers 98 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features free toiletries and a ceiling fan. Premium cable televisions are provided. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves.

This Tucson hotel provides wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)) for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Microwaves, an iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre.
During your stay at The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western, you'll be within walking distance of Cinemark Century Tucson Marketplace. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free breakfast offered
  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • WiFi for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, a computer and laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • 6 minutes by car from University of Arizona and 6 minutes from Tucson Convention Center
  • Pets welcome for a fee
The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is available. A vending machine, an arcade/games room, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western was completed in December 2024.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Tucson hotel.

Guests are served a free breakfast.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room cot
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Grab bar near toilet (91 centimetre high)
  • No lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (91 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1972
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - December 2024

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 150.00 per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 50.00 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 0 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Pet deposit: USD 150.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • 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, debit cards and cash
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

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 98 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Cynthia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrible
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aylsa

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drake

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nestor

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

Good stay

Convenient off freeway, nostalgic feel, felt secure with gated parking, room was clean, cozy, air con lil noisy, shower tub a little high for us senior citizens, overall a good stay for the price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was so cute. Has a lovely 50s vibe to it. A gorgeous pool and the staff was so friendly and nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Ronald, Sierra Vista

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Remodel of older property. Thin walls. Heard the neighbors arguing. Property is in a declining neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The service and room were fine, however, the second morning one of the employees walked into my room. There was no knocking or checking to see if it was occupied, she just swipped her key and opened the door as I was laying in bed. She looked as shocked and
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Willard

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel that is close to the VA.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimi

Liked: Amenities
A new hotel that is locally/family owned. The staff cares about their customers.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Don’t let the exterior fool you…..inside it’s a newly renovated look. Modern chic meets 70’s Tucson. I like what they’ve done with the place…… Definitely staying again…..😃
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the CUTEST motels my partner and I have ever stayed at. With how gorgeous it was, to the staff, the amenities, and over all coziness it was just a wonderful stay. If we are ever in Tucson again this is the PLACE!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was really nice and clean. I didn't use the pool, but it looked nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Creative fun space.

It was amazing! A very creative and well thought out space. Big fridge, good amount of counter space, multiple seating areas on the property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Awesome place!

great stay overall..comfy, convenient, safe, clean
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so friendly and helpful! Makes all the difference. Room was nice. Breakfast was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

alisa

Travelled with family

Amazing Hotel!

This was a beautifully remodeled hotel. It was quiet and peaceful and only minutes from University of Arizona. I felt safe and the staff was very friendly. I would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise, Canyon lake

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at The Kennedy - the retro-1960’s decor was fun! Cute pool area, very friendly staff, good breakfast, and pet friendly! We stayed there twice on our way to NM and back. Nice to now have a go-to place to stay in Tucson ☀️.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay

This is such a cute little hotel. I was so impressed with the property and all its amenities. I loved that it's pet friendly as well. 10/10 would recommend and we'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Renee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our lock didnt work but it was late and we wanted to go to bed so we put the bolt on for safety. Our TV didnt work when we got there but they fixed that right away.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexandra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
hotel updates were nice, easy check in. breakfast was very limited but free. also no electrical outlets near bed or even enough in room. and not sure why but i had prepaid for the hotel and 2 days later after checkout theyre still charging my card for rooms, i have 3 different charges on my credit card from here. i was only here 1 night! beware of extra charges. no answer from hotel yet but orbitz said theyd look into it for me.