After reading the reviews here and checking out the Website, we were expecting a great experience at Alta Vista--we were surprised to find that it was even better than we imagined! The innkeepers, Gaila and Peter, get every single detail right, from the collection of local menus to the board games to the delicious brownies that appear in the room... more

My husband and I are veteran B and B patrons, but this one is at the top of our list. Everything, from the lovely room with everything one could possibly want, including free WiFi, flowers, chocolates, brownies, and home-made lemonade from the lemon tree out back, to the pool and hot tub, to the incredible breakfasts made with eggs from... more

Gaila is an excellent hostess. She made our first stay in a bed and breakfast comfortable. Beautiful flowers and mountain views. Top-notch food catered to our preferences. Excellent restaurant recommendation, complete with a personally reserved table. more

In April 2009 my wife and I stayed at "Alta Vista Bed and Breakfast Inn" in Tucson for three nights. I can strongly recommend the place if you are looking for a quiet place in fine settings. The garden is beautiful and the views from the front garden spectacular: Santa Catalina Mountains to the north and downtown Tucson to north... more

From the moment we entered the grounds of Alta Vista Band B we were impressed by all the beauty, birds, flowers, fruit trees, sunshine and beautiful sitting areas. Then we went inside to be met by Gaila, gracious, full of great information about the area and quite the cook!.Not only was our room meticulously clean, but we had rose petals... more

On our first trip to Tucson, we were delighted to stay in this quiet gem slightly outside Tucson. The room was great, and we took advantage of the front patio hot tub every evening. The fabulous breakfasts were partly harvested from the backyard where the chickens co-exist with the fruit trees. Our hosts' recommendations were a hit every time...great restaurants... more

This B&B is excellent based on location, hospitality and value. a) Location: this is just a short distance outside of Saguaro National Park East and other hikes outside of the National Park. It's a quiet location with lots of amenities, e.g. a nice pool / hot tub, beautiful garden and nicely decorated rooms. Ideal for people interested in hiking and... more

A quiet beautiful home, housing 2 guests. The owners make sure your stay is enjoyable in every way . What ever your goal is for your stay, they will accomodate you. The view is beautiful and the whole experience for us was relaxing and yet filled with great hiking, side trips and restaurant experiences. The Smith's will make reservations for... more

If you are looking for a welcoming B and B which is really as good as the reviewers say, you will thoroughly enjoy Alta Vista. Gaila and Peter are warm and highly knowledgable innkeepers whose attention to detail and desire to cater to their guests is unsurpassed. more