Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center

2.5 star property
Pet-friendly hotel connected to the convention center, within walking distance of Ajo Plaza

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Exterior
Reception
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Courtyard
Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
In the heart of Ajo, Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center offers a serene oasis with a lush garden and a cozy library. Connect to WiFi, store your luggage safely, and enjoy the convenience of self parking. The helpful staff has left lasting impressions on previous guests.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Multilingual staff
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free self parking
$145 nightly
The total price is $162
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Gallery Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Living room
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
55 S Orilla Avenue, Ajo, AZ, 85321

What's nearby

  • New Cornelia Branch Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ajo Plaza - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ajo Museum & Historical Society - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Desert Diamond Casinos and Entertainment Why - 19 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument - 24 min drive - 33.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacos El Tarasco - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Agave Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Marcela's Cafe & Bakery - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Arriba Mexican Food - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Curley Coffee - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center

Enjoy your visit to Ajo with a stay at Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. The helpful staff and comfortable guestrooms get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 21 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive an access code
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 3 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • 3 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 2015
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Library
  • Television in common areas

Accessibility

  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Sonoran Desert Inn Ajo
Sonoran Desert Inn
Sonoran Desert Ajo
Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center Ajo
Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center Hotel
Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center Hotel Ajo

Frequently asked questions

Does Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Desert Diamond Casinos and Entertainment Why (16-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center and nearby?

Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center has a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center like?

Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center is in the heart of Ajo, a short 8-minute walk from Ajo Plaza and 5 minutes' walk from New Cornelia Branch Hospital.

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Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Homemade Sunday breakfast in the courtyard with live jazz was a highlight of the stay. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

The room was super cute and clean. We absolutely loved staying here and we will return in the future!
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful hidden gem in Ajo. We will definitely be back! ☺
1-night trip

10/10

Great
1-night trip

10/10

This hotel is a charming renovation of an old mission-style school
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful property in a wonderful town!
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent accommodations
1-night trip

10/10

Great room.
1-night trip

10/10

Weve been staying
1-night trip

8/10

Was a pleasant stay. Like supporting the small town. Historical place. Chill vibe. They need to post their WiFi code in the rooms. The town does not use T-Mobile just a heads up.
1-night trip

10/10

Very beautiful courtyard, relaxed environment!
1-night trip

8/10

Beautiful building. Would have been nice to have dining options on site.
1-night trip

10/10

I would not hesitate to stay here again. After reading reviews of the places to stay in Ajo I chose the Sonoran Desert Inn for its uniqueness. It was very quiet and peaceful.
1-night trip

10/10

Awesome place. Grounds and rooms were well kept and staff was super nice.
1-night trip

10/10

We really enjoyed the Inn, from the room to the beautiful courtyards. Loved the Plaza and the Elks Club. We will be back.
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent room, spacious and comfortable. Beautiful and peaceful haven.
2-night trip

10/10

This was a wonderful stay. Quiet, clean rooms, attentive staff.
2-night trip

10/10

A lovely experience in Ajo, Az. Room was very spaceous, exceptionally decorated, very clean, quiet, comfortable beds, great gift shop. We will stay here again....no doubt!
2-night trip

10/10

Excellent
1-night trip

10/10

This is our third time staying here and it’s always a great experience! We stayed in Gallery 1 and the space and price plus the beautiful scenery is why we keep returning here.
1-night trip

10/10

Very Nice , Quiet location, not a whole lot to do but its great if your looking for relaxation
2-night trip

10/10

A nice surprise, totally enjoyed our stay.
1-night trip

10/10

Fabulous historic property, with modern touches. We stayed in an old school room, with modern updated. New bathrooms. Ajo was a fun town, great pizza place in town, fun center square and great visitor center. Nice 1-2 day visit.
1-night trip

10/10

Great place! Definitely recommend!
1-night trip

10/10

Very peaceful setting.
2-night trip

10/10

This is an interesting and unique property. It is an artful restoration of a historic building.
1-night trip