Hotel Congress
Category Historic Landmarks
Address
311 Congress St
Tucson, AZ 85701
Details
#19 on Turquoise Trail Map: Built in 1919 across from the railroad depot, this hotel was popular with train travelers. It became famous in 1934 when members of John Dillinger’s gang rented rooms. While they were there, the building caught fire and the gang paid some firemen to carry their bags outside. The firemen didn’t open the bags but wondered why they were so heavy; the bags contained submachine guns and bulletproof vests. The gang was recognized from a “True Detective Mysteries” magazine and soon arrested. In addition to its infamous history, the hotel has a beautiful lobby and is home to The Cup, a popular downtown restaurant. It also hosts an active night spot called Club Congress.
- Cup Cafe311 E Congress St (45 feet W)
- Little Love Burger312 E Congress St (126 feet S)
- Scented Leaf Teahouse & Lounge308 E Congress St (135 feet S)
- Good Oak Bar316 E Congress St (135 feet SE)
- Hotel Congress311 Congress St (66 feet SW)
- The Tucson Gallery300 E Congress St (151 feet SW)
- Proper Shops300 E Congress St (160 feet SW)
- Sport Class Customs300 E Congress St (180 feet SW)
- Hotel Congress311 Congress St (66 feet SW)
- CIMA Enterprises LLC314 E Congress St (162 feet S)
- Playground Bar & Lounge278 E Congress St (252 feet SW)
- FIT Boutique Studio245 E Congress St (255 feet W)