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Desert Dove Bed and Breakfast: Traveler Reviews

11707 E. Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ 85730
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Desert Dove Bed and Breakfast
Ranked #14 of 52 Tucson B&B and Inns
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CHAMBERSBURG
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11 reviews 11 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
“A Delightful Desert Escape!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 30, 2012

My husband and I spent three nights at this lovely b&b. The home has been carefully designed to provide comfort, privacy and a fabulous view of God's desert creation. Harvey and Betty offered their gifts of hospitality and made us feel so welcomed. They were very helpful in recommending places to see and restaurants to try as well as a map and directions for avoiding traffic snags. Breakfasts were out of this world and I came home with a specially made recipe book. My family has already raved over the baked oatmeal! One must take time to enjoy the garden of this B&B. It is beautiful in the morning watching the quail and other birds with coffee, in the afternoon overlooking the mountains with a good book, or after dark in the hot spa gazing at the clear night sky glistening with stars. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Desert Dove!

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Peoria Arizona, United States
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“A special place for lovers or a nature walk”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 9, 2012

This is a very peaceful place and off the Spanish Trail, and it's history of Old Tuscon and it's many hidden treasures off the downtown beat consist of Two different caves and several other sites available for those to whom like to hike. Many of the caves are close and within 20 minutes of the Desert Dove and the downtown scene is within 25 minutes. The owners are charming and the BB is beautiful and comfortable.

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  • Stayed June 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Phoenix, Arizona
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
“Beautiful Retreat”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 24, 2012

My husband and I stayed one night in the Antique Garden Room at this wonderful bed and breakfast. We were warmly welcomed by Betty and Harvey. This B&B is immaculately clean, beautifully decorated and very comforatable. The breakfast was delicious! Definitely a place to put on your destination list.

  • Stayed June 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Beyond Perfect !!!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2012

Our stay with Harvey and Betty at Desert Dove in Tucson was amazing.

This Adobe home with a spacious porch and desert garden was the perfect place to enjoy a cup of tea before breakfast each morning. Harvey has many bird feeders and so you are never alone in the back garden. Hummingbirds, roadrunners, thrashers, morndove and cardinals are just a few of the birds that would visit each morning. Bring your binoculars and camera out with you.

The inside has been decorated with beautiful antiques that they have been collecting for years. Harvey's collection of toys is fabulous. His antique cars are also amazing.

A fire in the 1927 Home Comfort wood burning cook stove welcomed you to the breakfast table each morning. We got to enjoy different entrees such as Southwest Frittata, Blueberry Baked French toast and muffins or scones with hot tea or coffee . Betty and her daughter have put together a beautiful recipe book that she has for sale. It makes for a great little gift to take home for friends.

We got a lot of help from them when planning our day outings - such as what museums and restaurants to visit and the best hiking trails in the area

Thank you for making our time in Tucson so very special.

  • Stayed March 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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New Mexico
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28 reviews 28 reviews
24 hotel reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Very relaxing place!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2012

My wife and I took our babymoon to Tucson and stayed here for two nights in the Antique Rose room. Betty and Harvey were extremely welcoming and helpful, and their house was very clean and tastefully decorated with all sorts of antiques. The place is on about 4 acres in a neighborhood of similar lot sizes. The back garden is lovely, and we saw quail on the grounds. Breakfast was delicious, and we enjoyed getting to know the other guests over the meal. The bed was comfortable, if a little too soft for our taste. The place is very close to the eastern part of Saguaro National Park. One slight drawback was that the shower only accommodates one person, and the bathroom was a bit small. Also, there was nowhere we could sit together in the room except on the bed. Still, overall we highly recommend Desert Dove.

  • Stayed March 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Additional Information about Desert Dove Bed and Breakfast

Address: 11707 E. Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ 85730
Region: United States > Arizona > Tucson
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Ranked #14 of 52 B&Bs / Inns in Tucson
Price Range: $$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Welcome to the old west! We are located on four acres, walking distance from the Saguaro National Park E. Adobe territorial ranch style bed & breakfast with two guest rooms. Private entrance & bathrooms. Spa, great views, full breakfast. smoke free. Great for viewing wildlife, birding & hiking. ... more   less 

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