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Experience the unique charm of The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western, where nostalgic ambiance meets modern resort-style amenities. Our newly transformed hotel captures the spirit of classic American travel while delivering contemporary comforts that today’s travelers expect—creating an inviting retreat for families, business travelers and their four-legged companions. From our welcoming staff to our meticulously maintained grounds, every aspect of your stay is designed with comfort in mind.
Start each morning with a complimentary full hot breakfast before heading out to explore Tucson or conduct business. Families enjoy amenities like a refreshing outdoor pool, children’s playground and complimentary arcade, filled with fun for all ages. Guests benefit from free wireless internet, a 24-hour sundry shop, a well-equipped business center and a fitness center with modern cardio equipment & free weights. All guest rooms are pet friendly and we offer a dedicated outdoor park area for walks and pet relief.
For added peace of mind, our gated & secure parking lot features key-only access for registered guests.
The Kennedy is ideally located just 1.50 miles from Kino Sports Complex, making it a top choice for visiting athletes, event attendees and sports fans. Also nearby is the University of Arizona, welcoming academic visitors and families year-round. Business travelers appreciate our proximity to Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Raytheon Technologies and major employers like Amazon, Caterpillar and Intuit.
Leisure guests are perfectly positioned to explore the Pima Air & Space Museum, Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum and the world-famous Tucson Gem & Mineral Show. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy quick access to scenic hiking and biking trails in the surrounding Sonoran Desert.
At The Kennedy Tucson, SureStay Collection by Best Western, vintage charm meets modern convenience for a comfortable, memorable, value-packed stay. We look forward to welcoming you soon!
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Nearby Attractions
Attractions
- 1.20 from Kino Sports Complex, spanning more than 300 acres, natural grass facility is the largest professional sports and entertainment venue of its kind in Pima County and the Southwestern United States.
- 5.30 from Tucson Botanical Gardens, a lush, 5.5‑acre oasis of themed gardens and a butterfly pavilion in the city’s heart.
- 2.70 from Reid Park Zoo, a family‑friendly zoo home to over 500 animals, including an African savanna and elephant exhibit.
- 13.00 from Saguaro National Park, iconic giant cactus forests on both sides of town, with scenic drives, hikes, wildlife, and petroglyphs.
Education
- 3.20 from University Of Arizona, is a public land-grant research university in Tucson, Arizona.
Nearby Cities
- 117.00 mile(s) from Phoenix Arizona, is the capital of the southwestern U.S. state of Arizona. Known for its year-round sun and warm temperatures, it anchors a sprawling, multicity metropolitan area known as the Valley of the Sun. It's known for high-end spa resorts, Jack Nicklaus–designed golf courses and vibrant nightclubs. Other highlights include the Desert Botanical Garden, displaying cacti and numerous native plants.
- 72.50 mile(s) from Sierra Vista, well deserving of its unofficial nickname as “The Hummingbird Capital of the U.S.,” Sierra Vista is a draw for bird species, especially hummingbirds. Half the known species of birds pass through or make the lush canyons of Sierra Vista home, and more than a dozen hummingbird species can be spotted here.
- 91.00 mile(s) from Bisbee, is a city in the Mule Mountains of southeast Arizona. Both the Bisbee Mining & Historical Museum and the Bisbee Restoration Museum chronicle the city’s copper-mining past. The vast Queen Mine offers underground tours. Homes that once belonged to miners run up Tombstone Canyon from Old Bisbee, the historic town center. The grand Muheim Heritage House has 19th-century furniture, plus gardens and mountain views.
- 68.00 mile(s) from Tombstone, is a town in southeastern Arizona, known for its Wild West history. Exhibits at the Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park include replica gallows. On historic Allen Street, the O.K. Corral outdoor theater re-enacts an 1881 cowboy gunfight. Resident ghosts are said to haunt the bullet-riddled Bird Cage Theatre. Outlaws are among the local townsfolk buried at the 1878 Boothill Cemetery.
Recreation
- 1.70 mile(s) from Kino Sports Complex, is the largest sports and entertainment venue in Southern Arizona and is operated by the Pima County Stadium District. The complex plays host to numerous sports, entertainment, cultural and business events every year. Professional sports teams like FC Tucson Soccer Club call Kino Sports Complex home. Major League Soccer has made the Complex its preseason training home as well as the site of the annual Desert Diamond Cup tournament.
Shopping
- 0.30 from Tucson Marketplace at The Bridges, is a 100‑acre retail and entertainment hub at I‑10 and Kino. Anchored by Costco, Walmart, Cinemark, Dave & Buster’s, Planet Fitness, Bass Pro, and various shops.
- 2.30 from Tucson Spectrum, is a 1 M sq ft lifestyle center at W Irvington & I‑19, anchored by Target, Home Depot, Best Buy, Ross, Marshalls, Old Navy, Ulta, PetSmart, Harkins Theatres, Food City, JCPenney.
Transportation
- 4.40 from Tucson International Airport
- 4.00 mile(s) from Tucson