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Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel

3.5 star property
Resort with 4 restaurants, in the vicinity of Kino Sports Complex

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Front of property
Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Coffee service
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Lobby sitting area
Near Kino Sports Complex, Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel blends gaming excitement with relaxation. The casino features 23 gaming tables, bingo, and slots, while a spa tub offers a peaceful retreat. Guests can dine at four on-site American restaurants or pick up coffee at the café.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym

Room options

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Showing 3 of 3 rooms

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(152 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
7350 S Nogales Hwy, Tucson, AZ, 85756

What's nearby

  • Desert Diamond Casinos and Entertainment Tucson - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kino Sports Complex - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Tucson Convention Center - 12 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • University of Arizona - 15 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Davis-Monthan Air Force Base - 17 min drive - 10.4 miles

Getting around

  • Roy Laos Transit Center - 5 min drive
  • Tucson Station - 12 min drive
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Desert Diamond Buffet - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Aqui Con El Nene Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel

Resort near Kino Sports Complex
You can look forward to a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a casino, and a firepit at Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel. Hit the jackpot at this resort with amenities such as 23 casino gaming tables, a sportsbook, and 1283 slot machines. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and American cuisine. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A front-desk safe, laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking services, a banquet hall, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the pool and helpful staff
Room features
All 148 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Classico Pizza
  • Diamond Buffet
  • Diamond Grill
  • The Diamond Cafe

Things to do

  • 1,283 slot machines
  • 23 gaming tables
  • Bingo
  • Casino (175,000 square feet of space)
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sportsbook

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 11,000 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

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Frequently asked questions

Does Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this resort allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 6:30 AM–10:00 PM on request.

Where is Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel located?

Situated near the airport, this resort is within 9 mi (15 km) of Kino Sports Complex, University of Arizona, and Rialto Theatre. Reid Park and Reid Park Zoo are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 920 out of 1356 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 1356 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1356 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1356 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1356 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good for one night stay while on the road
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very pleasant property what a nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always enjoy staying at Desert Diamond. It has everything I need for a great getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean friendly staff good price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and great casino
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our one night stay at the Desert Diamond Casino.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was polite and very helpful. Made us feel welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and comfortable and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dolores

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bar was fun and casino
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Off the main roads, quiet area. Staff friendly. Limited dining
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessyca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and very polite staff easy checking process
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect about our stay. Friendly staff, quiet stay and great accommodations. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and play.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed in many places in Tucson. I will definitely be coming back to this place. Great environment great staff. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Superior room had private balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was easy to access, had everything
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So refreshing to be treated like our patronage mattered. Super helpful and friendly staff. There is security at every entrance of the casino part of the hotel. Security even patrols the casino and hotel parking lots.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to spend the night and have some fun while traveling
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

HENRY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Its gorgeous
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROSITA

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

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice clean nice people
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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