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Planning a trip to explore the Grand Canyon and Arizona? Consider booking one of these boutique hotels in Sedona.
Planning a trip to Sedona?
These are the sites I use and recommend for booking travel:
ACCOMMODATION IN SEDONA: I always search on Booking.com for accommodation, as their Genius loyalty program offers 10-20% discounts and free breakfast/upgrades for certain hotels.
FLIGHTS TO ARIZONA: When researching flights, I always check Skyscanner first because it pulls in flight options across all airlines and saves you the trouble of searching each airline individually. When booking flights via Skyscanner, I always book directly with the airline rather than one of the third party options.
CAR RENTALS IN SEDONA: When renting a car on your travels, check DiscoverCars.com for the best deals.
ACTIVITIES IN SEDONA: If you’re looking to book tours or other organized activities on your travels, GetYourGuide and Viator both offer myriad options for fun things to do all around the world (think: sailing trips, cooking classes, city walking tours, and more).
TRAVEL INSURANCE FOR USA: Unless you can easily afford to pay for huge unexpected medical bills, DON’T TRAVEL WITHOUT TRAVEL INSURANCE! These days, I usually buy the Safety Wing nomad insurance, as it’s very affordable and caters to digital nomads with a monthly subscription option. I’ve also been a longtime World Nomads user, and will still use them if I need more comprehensive insurance (e.g. for adventure activities) or if I am visiting the US (Americans aren’t eligible for Safety Wing’s US add-on option).
ESIM / SIM CARDS FOR USA: When traveling overseas, I always purchase an eSIM from Sims Direct for the country I’m going to, activate it before I depart, and as soon as I arrive I am automatically connected to the local network and can easily find my way to my accommodation. No need to to buy a local SIM card at the airport; eSIMs are fully electronic and don’t require you to take out your old SIM.
LUGGAGE: I am currently a July luggage girl (July Australia / July US). They offer a lifetime warranty, which I have used multiple times now – and every time, they have sent me a brand new replacement suitcase without hassle. I recommend their Checked Plus if traveling with 32kg/70lb of luggage (note: many airlines do not allow bags this heavy!), the Checked if traveling with 23kg/50lb of luggage, and the Carry On Light (Expanded) which is super lightweight and really helps you stay within the 7kg carry-on limit that many Aussie airlines enforce. Click to read my full review of July luggage.
Enchantment Resort
Photo via Enchantment Resort
This 5-star resort boasts a 5-star backdrop with the iconic Red Rocks that Sedona is famed for.
Enchantment Resort spans 70 acres at a secluded location within Boynton Canyon and is rightly referred to as a “slice of heaven”. Its newly-refreshed suites and casitas integrate colorful southwestern accents with modern furnishings. All guest rooms have private decks/patios and a fireplace.
For the ultimate luxe experience, book yourself a pool suite (so exclusive that the resort only takes bookings for them over the phone). This suite comes equipped with a private outdoor pool and sundeck with a panoramic red rock view.
All guests have access to the Mii amo spa, named the #1 destination resort spa by Travel & Leisure. Along with a sauna, whirlpool, indoor pool, outdoor lap pool, fitness center, and standard spa services, this spa offers unique classes and healing sessions (e.g. aura photography, past life regression hypnosis, chakra meditation, and an ayurvedic lifestyle consultation).
And to balance out all that relaxation, the resort offers Native American-influenced experiences, stargazing sessions, watercolor painting classes, beading workshops, vision board making, and guided hikes and mountain bike rides around Sedona.
CLICK TO BOOK A ROOM AT ENCHANTMENT RESORT
l’Auberge de Sedona
Photo via l’Auberge de Sedona.
L’Auberge de Sedona is a boutique hotel in Sedona that sits on Oak Creek in the midst of Sedona’s Red Rocks. It sets itself apart form other Sedona luxury hotels with its cottage accommodation. These recently-renovated cottages are decorated with works from local artists and many include a fireplace (manned by a fire-making concierge), outdoor cedar shower, and private balcony.
Vista Cottages provide the best panoramic views of the Red Rocks, Creekside Cottages are nestled right on Oak Creek, Garden Cottages are immersed in the resort’s beautiful foliage, and Spa Cottages offer larger bathrooms with Jacuzzi tubs.
All guests can enjoy complimentary coffee and baked goods each morning as well as myriad activities throughout the day like forest bathing and stargazing. There’s also a heated pool and hot tub as well as L’Apothecary Nature Spa.
Be sure to treat yourself to a fine dining experience at the onsite Cress on Oak Creek, serving Southern European cuisine with locally sourced ingredients.
CLICK TO BOOK A ROOM AT L’AUBERGE DE SEDONA
Sky Ranch Lodge
Photo via Sky Ranch Lodge.
The Sky Ranch Lodge boasts the best views in Sedona and a “unique rustic experience”, and with its perch on the Airport Mesa overlooking town and the Red Rocks below it’s hard to argue. Whether you enjoy sunset from the wine bar or The Lookout, or lunch in the gardens, you are constantly enveloped by stunning 360-degree views at the resort.
Lodge rooms are pet friendly and may include a kitchenette or fireplace. All guests can enjoy the saltwater jacuzzi and pool, the scenic overlook and wine patio, the impeccably landscaped grounds complete with ponds and courtyards, and a complimentary shuttle service anywhere within a 5 mile radius.
CLICK TO BOOK A ROOM AT SKY RANCH LODGE
Planning a trip to Sedona?
These are the sites I use and recommend for booking travel:
ACCOMMODATION IN SEDONA: I always search on Booking.com for accommodation, as their Genius loyalty program offers 10-20% discounts and free breakfast/upgrades for certain hotels.
FLIGHTS TO ARIZONA: When researching flights, I always check Skyscanner first because it pulls in flight options across all airlines and saves you the trouble of searching each airline individually. When booking flights via Skyscanner, I always book directly with the airline rather than one of the third party options.
CAR RENTALS IN SEDONA: When renting a car on your travels, check DiscoverCars.com for the best deals.
ACTIVITIES IN SEDONA: If you’re looking to book tours or other organized activities on your travels, GetYourGuide and Viator both offer myriad options for fun things to do all around the world (think: sailing trips, cooking classes, city walking tours, and more).
TRAVEL INSURANCE FOR USA: Unless you can easily afford to pay for huge unexpected medical bills, DON’T TRAVEL WITHOUT TRAVEL INSURANCE! These days, I usually buy the Safety Wing nomad insurance, as it’s very affordable and caters to digital nomads with a monthly subscription option. I’ve also been a longtime World Nomads user, and will still use them if I need more comprehensive insurance (e.g. for adventure activities) or if I am visiting the US (Americans aren’t eligible for Safety Wing’s US add-on option).
ESIM / SIM CARDS FOR USA: When traveling overseas, I always purchase an eSIM from Sims Direct for the country I’m going to, activate it before I depart, and as soon as I arrive I am automatically connected to the local network and can easily find my way to my accommodation. No need to to buy a local SIM card at the airport; eSIMs are fully electronic and don’t require you to take out your old SIM.
LUGGAGE: I am currently a July luggage girl (July Australia / July US). They offer a lifetime warranty, which I have used multiple times now – and every time, they have sent me a brand new replacement suitcase without hassle. I recommend their Checked Plus if traveling with 32kg/70lb of luggage (note: many airlines do not allow bags this heavy!), the Checked if traveling with 23kg/50lb of luggage, and the Carry On Light (Expanded) which is super lightweight and really helps you stay within the 7kg carry-on limit that many Aussie airlines enforce. Click to read my full review of July luggage.
Southwest Inn at Sedona
Photo via Southwest Inn at Sedona.
The award-winning Southwest Inn at Sedona is renowned for its great design and its famous breakfast burrito (they even share the recipe on their website!). Located beneath Thunder Mountain and Chimney Rock on the western side of town, it is perfectly poised as a base for outdoor adventures in Sedona.
All guest rooms at this boutique hotel in Sedona include a continental breakfast, a private patio or balcony, oversized private baths, “Sedona Dream” pillow top mattresses, and a Kiva (beehive) style gas fireplace. Dogs are allowed to stay in guest rooms, though with a $30/night surcharge.
This boutique hotel in Sedona comes equipped with an outdoor jacuzzi, outdoor swimming pool, gym, and business center onsite. And, bonus: it offers incredible value for money for anyone visiting Sedona on a budget.
CLICK TO BOOK A ROOM AT SOUTHWEST INN.
Orchards Inn Sedona
Photo via Orchards Inn.
Orchards Inn is located in uptown Sedona and, like all of the other boutique hotels mentioned above, offers exquisite views of the surrounding Red Rocks (specifically Snoopy Rock). In fact, every single room in the hotel includes a private balcony from which to admire said views – and if that gets old, you can opt to soak in the landscapes from the hotel pool and jacuzzi.
Room options include queen rooms, king rooms, or suites. Premium and deluxe rooms come equipped with a gas fireplace, and suites include a sofa bed. Dog owners will be delighted to know that this boutique hotel in Sedona is pet friendly: so friendly, in fact, that they throw in some free treats for your dog during your stay.
In addition, Uptown Sedona’s 89Agave restaurant is owned by the same folks that own Orchards Inn. The restaurant serves up some of the best Mexican food in town, and is particularly known for its house-made tequila infusions and handcrafted margaritas.
CLICK TO BOOK A ROOM AT ORCHARDS INN
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