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Tucson Spring Training Hotels

With its close-to-the-action atmosphere, Tucson Electric Park is one of the finest spring training facilities in the country. Located just 6 quick miles from the hotel at the Pima County Kino Sports Complex, this 11,500 seat capacity natural grass stadium has been home to the World Champion Arizona Diamondbacks and Chicago White Sox since 1998.

Nicknamed "The Jewel of the Desert" by the sporting press, the stadium's 155 acre complex also includes 12 practice fields and 3 infields, 2 youth lighted softball fields, 3 full-sized lighted soccer fields, and a children's playground. Tucson Electric Park is also home to the D-backs' AAA affiliate the Tucson Sidewinders, giving you all the excitement Major League Baseball has to offer.

For the most convenient in Tucson spring training hotels, the Ramada keeps you right near the action. To order tickets call toll-free 866-672-1343. For ballpark and general spring training information, call 520-434-1367.

http://www.kinosportscomplex.com
2500 E Ajo Way Tucson, AZ 85713
Tickets: 866-672-1343
Ballpark & General Spring Training Information: 520-434-1367

Tucson Convention Center Hotels

Located just 1.5 miles away, the Ramada is the most convenient of all hotels near Tucson Convention Center. Built in 1971, the facility has 205,000 square feet of meeting space, giving it the size and flexibility to accommodate any type of function, convention, trade show, or banquet event.

Featuring the 9,275 seat Tucson Arena and 2 stylishly intimate performing arts venues - Tucson Music Hall & Leo Rich Theater - the convention center is the perfect place to watch Broadway plays, operas, and various music concerts. There is also the Grand Ballroom and Lobby, 4 multipurpose exhibit halls, a beautiful galleria, and several meeting rooms.

Although many shows and events pass through the facility each year, Tucson Convention Center has only one primary resident: The University of Arizona Icecats. Playing in Tucson Arena, the hockey team is a Division 1 member of the American Collegiate Hockey Association, and can be seen in action from October thru February.

The convention center also hosts a variety of events including the Tucson Gem & Mineral Show, Ringling Brothers Barnum & Bailey Circus, WWE Wrestling, monster truck shows, and numerous other exciting events. (Convention Center Map)

http://www.tucsonaz.gov/tcc/
260 S Church Ave. Tucson, AZ 85701
Contact: 520-791-4101

Arizona University Hotels

Barely 3 miles to the east, the Ramada is one of those rare Arizona University hotels that has you staying within minutes of this premier, student-centered research institution. Established in 1885 as the first university in the Arizona Territory, UA embraces a three-fold mission of excellence in teaching, research, and public service in such diverse fields as astronomy, biomedical science, business, law, music, and dance.

Now in its second century, the University of Arizona has become one of the nation's top 20 public research institutions. UA is also a member of the Association of American Universities, a prestigious organization which recognizes those universities featuring exceptionally strong academic and research programs.

Whether in town visiting a matriculating son or daughter, coming for homecoming, or you need a place to stay while searching for an apartment, the Ramada Tucson will take care of all your lodging needs, leaving you free to "Bear Down", as the UA motto goes.

Mascot: Wildcats
Colors: Red & Navy Blue
Motto: Bear Down
Song: Bear Down, Arizona!

http://www.arizona.edu/
1401 E University Blvd. Tucson, AZ 85721
UA Switchboard: 520-621-2211

Pima Community College

Pima Community College has been developing Tucson and its surrounding cities through learning since 1969. Providing access to education without the limits of time and place, PCC's 6 campuses place value on people, integrity, innovation, quality, and diversity. Featuring modern classrooms, state-of-the-art laboratories and libraries the college offers convenient and affordable educational opportunities that can help make your dreams a reality.

With the Community Campus less than a mile south and East Campus the furthest at 15 miles away, the Ramada Tucson is situated perfectly to allow you to tour the school at your convenience.

Mascot: Aztecs Colors: Blue & Black

http://www.pima.edu/
4905 E Broadway Blvd. Tucson, AZ 85709
Contact: 520-206-4500

Please visit the "things to do" section for more information about downtown Tucson, the Old Tucson Studio, the Desert Museum and other sites & scenes near the hotel.