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The Big Blue House - Tucson Boutique Inn
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    Stately & beautiful historic Tucson Queen Anne Victorian restored to her original 1899 grandeur. Antique & vintage themed boutique SUITES with all the modern amenities, WiFi, LCD TVs, extra private and the best location in Central Tucson. Spacious studio suites with private entrances and kitchens... Listed on The National Register of Historic Places. The Big Blue House Inn is located directly on the new 'University Bike Boulevard', "Tucson's friendliest biking spot". Park your car and walk only two blocks to "The cultural center of Tucson", Historic 4th Avenue for a great selection of restaurants & shops. Or, use our loaner bikes...

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Hospitality

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Other

    • Urban Inn

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Extended Stay Facilities w/kitchens

    • Green policies

    • Located where you can walk everywhere

    • Upscale Furnishings

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Family Travel

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • DVD Player

    • Desk

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Microwave

    • Private entrance

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • CD player

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Washer/dryer

    Other Amenities:

    • Room Ozone Air Purfiers in each room. Sterilizes

    • Kitchen stocked with basic foods

    • Bottled purified water hot/cold dispenser

    • Private Exterior Entrances

    • Fully equipped kitchens or kitchenette

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  • Room One - Zen

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $120/$170

    Soothing Asian Decor. Room one features 12' high ceilings, 100 year old original maple woodwork and vintage ceiling fan. The original maple hardwood floors and cove ceilings are special. Decorated in a soothing Asian style. Located at the front of the house w/Private entrance and direct access to the porch, private bath, Fully equipped kitchen, Queen bed.

    Room Two - Safari

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $120/$190

    Room two has 12' high ceilings and period ceiling fan and century old original maple floors. This room is decorated in the "Hemmingway World Traveler" theme. Also located at the front of the house w/Private entrance, private bath and direct access to the porch. Kitchenette, Queen bed.

    Room Three-Country Spring

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $100/$200

    Room three also with 12' ceilings with all new furnishings. Room three is bright and cheerful w/private entrance located at the 6th Ave, side of the house w/semi private porch area. Fully equipped kitchen, Queen bed and extra large private bath. This is a great Extended Stay room.

    Room Four - Cottage

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $120/$190

    Queen Bed, Full Kitchen, Free standing Cottage, private bathroom!

    Room Five- two-room suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $120/$190

    Located upstairs, Two-room suite with kitchenette Queen bed in main room, full bed in second room. Private Bath! Both bedrooms have LCD televisions. Vintage art deco furnishings that are rich with beautiful wood. Combined with the beautiful wood floors they make the room warm and cozy "Like Grandmas Place". Rate is quoted for up to 4 guests!

    Room Six - Uncle Duke's

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      2 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $100/$170

    Located Upstairs, two twin beds or converted to one King. Kitchenette, private bath!

    Room Seven - Elegant Deco

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $100/$170

    Located Upstairs....Room seven was finished only this week of October 10th. We are really excited about the rich Deco decor of this room. The room is located on the upper floor and has a Queen bed and Private Bath w/shower/tub.

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3PM    Check out: 11AM

    • Minimum stay: Weekends require 2 day minimum. Call for posssible exceptions

    • Deposit amount required: Credit Card guarentee required

    • Cancellations: 7 day cancellation required 30 day cancellation on special events such as Gem Show

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: Limited

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: Fragil Historic Property

    • Suitable for children: No

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • Weekly stay for 7 days +
      Percent off: 35% Days required: 7

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Placed in your private kitchen

    • Time Served: 6 AM

    • Serving location: Your own kitchen - restocked with goodies daily, Guest room

    Special meal options

    Additional food services

    • Fruit, Pastries placed in room daily

    • Many edibles and juices stocked in your

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  • Location Type

    • "Tucson's friendliest biking spot"

    • Downtown - Six beautiful walking blocks

    • Historic 4th Ave. - 2 blocks

    • S.W. Corner of University Blvd. & 6th Ave.

    • University of Arizona - 8 blocks

    • University of Arizona District

    • Downtown

    City

    • Oro Valley

    • Distance to city: 15 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Exit Speedway Blvd. off freeway and go east 6 blocks. Right on Stone Blvd. Go 3 blocks. Left on University Blvd then two blocks to 6th Ave. Located on the SW corner of University Blvd. and 6th Ave. Tucson, AZ.

    Airport

    • Tucson, AZ (TUS) 5 miles

    • Directions to property:
      North on Tucson Blvd to I-10 Freeway. Go west on freeway to Speedway Exit. Exit Speedway Blvd. off freeway and go east 6 blocks. Right on Stone Blvd. Go 3 blocks. Left on University Blvd then two blocks to 6th Ave. Located on the SW corner of University Blvd. and 6th Ave. Tucson, AZ.

    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Kitt Peak National Observatory

    • Arizona Sonora Desert Museum

    • Old Tucson Movie Studios

    • San Xavier Mission

    • Tucson University Blvd. Streetcar

    • Bisophere II

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Rodeo

    • Ruins

    • Ski area

    • Zoo

    • University of Arizona Ball Games and activities

    • Take the Trolley to Downtown Tucson only 6 blocks

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    pleasant stay in downtown tucson

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    The location is good, in downtown Tucson, near the 4th street with shops and restaurants and close enough to the Congress Street & Barrio Historico. The B & B is quiet, the room n. 3 is spacious, equipped with every comfort (TV, DVD, a / c manual, fan, small living room with tv, kitchenette with large fridge, microwave, coffee maker, bathroom with decent shower and hair dryer available). You can get breakfast in your room, alone: shame to ask expressly for milk & the, soon replaced. The room has been rearranged and towels changed only on request. You can park your car for free in front at the Inn.

    Thank you

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family

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    My stay was perfect. Lea changed my room reservation due to upgrades being done on the roof. Thank goodness she did. The new room had a kitchen, was much cooler, and was very quiet. I was in town to see my grandma that was sick in the hospital. After spending the night in the hospital the room was a homey and relaxing retreat. The quiet and the kitchen were exactly want I needed to be able to focus on my grandmother. Thank you.

    ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT!!!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    I stayed here from Aug 14-19 and will be staying here any time I visit Tucson! Lea was so nice and gave a great recommendation for dinner. It's close to campus, quiet and such a great palce to stay! They were very reasonable and gave a student discount-other places didn't! The breakfast pastires were amazing, along with all the food and beverages provided!!! Absolutely loved it and will book room 6 again for next year!!!

    5 nights spent at the Big Blue House

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    My wife & I stayed at The Big Blue House from July 25 - July 30, 2011. We were watching the USA High Performance Volleyball Champs which were held at the Tucson Convention Centre. Thr Big Blue House is centerally located & a flat 20 minute walk to the CBD/Convention Centre. Restaurants/Cafes are also within an easy 20 minute walk at the University and 4th Avenue. The bus stop to catch a bus to the Tucsan Mall is an easy 5 minute walk. Our room included many interesting pictures & artifacts. The bedroom, bathroom & kitchen were clean. We thoroughly enjoyed the breakfast that was supplied to our room each day, including lovely muffins, pasteries & fruit juices. Thank you Lea for making our stay so enjoyable & for being so accommodating. We have no hesitation is recommending The Big Blue House. Rob & Raewyn Barclay, New Zealand.

    Big Blue House is a great place!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on business

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    Recently, I stayed at the Big Blue House for a week. I needed a a place that is close to the University of Arizona because I was doing some research at the main library. Originally, I had picked room 6 but I was upgraded to room 3. I appreciated it because I had the use of a kitchen. The room was very clean, and nicely decorated. The refridgerator was stocked with juice and yogurt plus there are a wide variety of cereals provided for guests. The owners are very friendly and live on site. I loved being able to sit on the porch every morning and evening. The property is two blocks away from 4th Avenue which is a fun area of Tucson for dining, shopping, and/or people watching. As a woman traveling solo, I always felt very safe at the BBH. Thank you Lea!

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