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Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center

2.5 star property
Pet-friendly Ajo hotel connected to the convention centre, a quick walk to Ajo Plaza

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Exterior
Courtyard
Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Reception

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €123
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Highlights

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

Gallery Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
55 S Orilla Avenue, Ajo, AZ, 85321

What's nearby

  • Ajo Plaza - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gibson Neighborhood Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 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

Hotel near Ajo Plaza
Located close to Ajo Museum & Historical Society, Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center provides a garden and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff and a TV in reception
  • A gift shop, luggage storage and 3 meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center feature comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Guest reviews highly rate the overall comfort, size rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Built in 2015
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is 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

Is Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center?

As of 1 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center on 6 Aug 2025 start from €122.63, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center located?

Located in the heart of Ajo, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ajo Plaza and Ajo Museum & Historical Society. Cabeza Preita National Wildlife Refuge is 9.6 mi (15.5 km) away.

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Sonoran Desert Inn & Conference Center Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 428 out of 589 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 589 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 589 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 589 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 589 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was super cute and clean. We absolutely loved staying here and we will return in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

DeForest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in a wonderful town!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is a charming renovation of an old mission-style school
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralf

Liked: Amenities
Sonoran Inn is a lovely place. The appartment is nicely decorated and well equipped. The location with the inner yard is perfect for evenining rest or cosy morning breakfast. Thank you! Ralf
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Excellent

Excellent accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful courtyard, relaxed environment!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Amenities
The adaptative reuse of this building was a joy to see
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Nice room. Grounds are nice- coffee and coffee shop very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Although I did spot a few hairs and tiny black stains on the bed linens, those minor (and fairly common) imperfections weren't enough to dock a star from otherwise very clean, comfy, quiet place to spend night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice getaway

Awesome place. Grounds and rooms were well kept and staff was super nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
For Ajo it’s nice. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Weve been staying
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice surprise, totally enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room, spacious and comfortable. Beautiful and peaceful haven.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nissi Myles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hidden Gem.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful building. Would have been nice to have dining options on site.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

MaryBeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a unique location in an old school. We slept in a large classroom. The location was perfect for our trip the next morning. It also seems like a great locatio for a conference.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very Nice , Quiet location, not a whole lot to do but its great if your looking for relaxation
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a pleasant stay . The Gallery 1 room was super nice. Five of us fit in there easily. And the shower had plenty of hot water for all of us.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unique and quiet

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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JANICE

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eloise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025