The 94-room budget Sky Ranch Lodge has the best location and views in Sedona, thanks to its location on Airport Mesa, 500 feet above the center of town, which gives it extraordinary panoramic views of the Red Rocks. With its own private lookout point and sunset views from several rooms' balconies, Sky Ranch offers an unforgettable vantage point, and a patio bar to supply a glass of local wine or beer with which to enjoy it. The rooms themselves are clean, if basic and a bit dated in style, but some have kitchenettes for more self-sufficient travelers.
The 94-room budget Sky Ranch Lodge has the best location and views in Sedona, thanks to its location on Airport Mesa, 500 feet above the center of town, which gives it extraordinary panoramic views of the Red Rocks. With its own private lookout point and sunset views from several rooms' balconies, Sky Ranch offers an unforgettable vantage point, and a patio bar to supply a glass of local wine or beer with which to enjoy it. The rooms themselves are clean, if basic and a bit dated in style, but some have kitchenettes for more self-sufficient travelers.
L'Auberge de Sedona has one of the most stunning natural settings in not just the Southwest, but the country, with the picturesque Oak Creek running underneath shady trees, and Sedona's soaring red rocks suspended in the background. The 87 guest rooms and woodsy cottages are spread across 11 acres, allowing guests plenty of privacy, and most come with fireplaces and private decks. It's a premier destination for a romantic getaway or a corporate retreat.
L'Auberge de Sedona has one of the most stunning natural settings in not just the Southwest, but the country, with the picturesque Oak Creek running underneath shady trees, and Sedona's soaring red rocks suspended in the background. The 87 guest rooms and woodsy cottages are spread across 11 acres, allowing guests plenty of privacy, and most come with fireplaces and private decks. It's a premier destination for a romantic getaway or a corporate retreat.
Arroyo Pinion Hotel is a mid-range, chain hotel in a quiet area of the Sedona suburbs. The 45 modern, homey rooms include bedside USB outlets, mini-fridges, microwaves, and free Wi-Fi, plus nice perks like free bottled water, microwave popcorn, and pretzels in the rooms. Noise can be an issue in some rooms. The property has an attractive outdoor pool and whirlpool, plus a small fitness room, but outdoor walkways give the hotel a motel-like vibe. A free hot breakfast buffet adds to the value here, but the breakfast at Southwest Inn at Sedona, a mid-range hotel nearby, gets more enthusiastic reviews, though rates can be higher and rooms are less modern.
Arroyo Pinion Hotel is a mid-range, chain hotel in a quiet area of the Sedona suburbs. The 45 modern, homey rooms include bedside USB outlets, mini-fridges, microwaves, and free Wi-Fi, plus nice perks like free bottled water, microwave popcorn, and pretzels in the rooms. Noise can be an issue in some rooms. The property has an attractive outdoor pool and whirlpool, plus a small fitness room, but outdoor walkways give the hotel a motel-like vibe. A free hot breakfast buffet adds to the value here, but the breakfast at Southwest Inn at Sedona, a mid-range hotel nearby, gets more enthusiastic reviews, though rates can be higher and rooms are less modern.
The Views Inn Sedona is a value motel with views of Sedona's red rocks that offers a great value for a no-frills stay. Located in the Village of Oak Creek, about 15 minutes south of Uptown Sedona, the nicely kept property has easy access to hiking and attractions, but without the tourist crowds. The 40 rooms are nicely sized and come with mini-fridges and microwaves. However, decor is dated and walls are thin. Features include a seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub, and free continental breakfast. Another option with similar rates and a quiet setting is the Oak Creek Terrace Resort, which offers creek access for fishing and swimming, and rooms with fireplaces and whirlpool tubs -- but no pool.
The Views Inn Sedona is a value motel with views of Sedona's red rocks that offers a great value for a no-frills stay. Located in the Village of Oak Creek, about 15 minutes south of Uptown Sedona, the nicely kept property has easy access to hiking and attractions, but without the tourist crowds. The 40 rooms are nicely sized and come with mini-fridges and microwaves. However, decor is dated and walls are thin. Features include a seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub, and free continental breakfast. Another option with similar rates and a quiet setting is the Oak Creek Terrace Resort, which offers creek access for fishing and swimming, and rooms with fireplaces and whirlpool tubs -- but no pool.
The four-pearl Casa Sedona Inn is an intimate, boutique hotel that caters to couples -- children must be at least 16 years old to stay here. It’s in a quiet yet convenient West Sedona neighborhood, and it features spectacular views of the city’s famous red rocks. A gourmet breakfast is the only meal offered, and it's served daily. It has a whirlpool and free Wi-Fi, but no pool, fitness center, or spa. Its 16 stylish rooms are individually decorated and come with fireplaces, balconies, comfortable beds, and mini-fridges. Many rooms have separate tubs and roomy walk-in showers. Rates are competitive, and it's a solid choice for couples seeking a romantic getaway, but travelers could also consider the Sedona Rouge Hotel and Spa, which has a spa, pool, restaurant, and fitness center.
The four-pearl Casa Sedona Inn is an intimate, boutique hotel that caters to couples -- children must be at least 16 years old to stay here. It’s in a quiet yet convenient West Sedona neighborhood, and it features spectacular views of the city’s famous red rocks. A gourmet breakfast is the only meal offered, and it's served daily. It has a whirlpool and free Wi-Fi, but no pool, fitness center, or spa. Its 16 stylish rooms are individually decorated and come with fireplaces, balconies, comfortable beds, and mini-fridges. Many rooms have separate tubs and roomy walk-in showers. Rates are competitive, and it's a solid choice for couples seeking a romantic getaway, but travelers could also consider the Sedona Rouge Hotel and Spa, which has a spa, pool, restaurant, and fitness center.
This 230-room mid-range property has an isolated location on the western edge of Sedona, with distant views of the red rocks. Rooms have full kitchens, large balconies, and up-to-date technology, and families will likely appreciate the resort's three pools and kids' clubhouse. But be prepared to suffer through a timeshare sales pitch.
This 230-room mid-range property has an isolated location on the western edge of Sedona, with distant views of the red rocks. Rooms have full kitchens, large balconies, and up-to-date technology, and families will likely appreciate the resort's three pools and kids' clubhouse. But be prepared to suffer through a timeshare sales pitch.
Nestled next to a picturesque stretch of highway in the Village of Oak Creek, the mid-range Bell Rock Inn is a family-friendly property for which affordable rates, self-catering facilities, proximity to hike trails, and quiet atmosphere are the main highlights. Its 85 earth-toned Studios and One or Two-Bedroom Suites are big, clean, and come with either kitchenettes or kitchens. Though somewhat dated, rooms are practical and well-maintained, with pullout sofas, flat-screen TVs, DVD players, and sitting areas. Many have patios or balconies, and upgraded units add fireplaces and beautiful red rock views. Amenities include two outdoor heated pools, a hot tub, two barbecue picnic areas, and a basic gym. There’s no restaurant, though eateries are within walking distance. The low-key atmosphere is a plus, but expect a 15-minute drive into Sedona. It's worth considering the more homey Las Posadas of Sedona.
Nestled next to a picturesque stretch of highway in the Village of Oak Creek, the mid-range Bell Rock Inn is a family-friendly property for which affordable rates, self-catering facilities, proximity to hike trails, and quiet atmosphere are the main highlights. Its 85 earth-toned Studios and One or Two-Bedroom Suites are big, clean, and come with either kitchenettes or kitchens. Though somewhat dated, rooms are practical and well-maintained, with pullout sofas, flat-screen TVs, DVD players, and sitting areas. Many have patios or balconies, and upgraded units add fireplaces and beautiful red rock views. Amenities include two outdoor heated pools, a hot tub, two barbecue picnic areas, and a basic gym. There’s no restaurant, though eateries are within walking distance. The low-key atmosphere is a plus, but expect a 15-minute drive into Sedona. It's worth considering the more homey Las Posadas of Sedona.
The upper-middle-range Las Posadas offers 20 spacious, bed-and-breakfast-style suites in a quiet corner of Sedona, seven miles from the busy Uptown area. Guests come for the huge suites with kitchenettes, living rooms, and fireplaces, as well as the homey atmosphere, which extras like the three-course gourmet breakfast, daily appetizers, and cookies (all free) help create. But don't expect much in the way of amenities -- the property lacks a pool and on-site fitness area.
The upper-middle-range Las Posadas offers 20 spacious, bed-and-breakfast-style suites in a quiet corner of Sedona, seven miles from the busy Uptown area. Guests come for the huge suites with kitchenettes, living rooms, and fireplaces, as well as the homey atmosphere, which extras like the three-course gourmet breakfast, daily appetizers, and cookies (all free) help create. But don't expect much in the way of amenities -- the property lacks a pool and on-site fitness area.
The Sedona Pines Resort is a quiet two-and-a-half-pearl property located a 15-minute drive from downtown Sedona that offers timeshares as well as standard bookings. The 148 Cottages and Casitas are clean and well maintained, with full kitchens and high ceilings, but it's worth noting that some are dated and the modular-style layout is narrow for some guests. Features include two pools, a mini-golf course, an adult-only hot tub, and cultural and family-friendly activities. The on-site Italian restaurant is only open for dinner, but more restaurants are within a short drive. Guests are offered a timeshare sales pitch, but they are easily declined. It might be worth comparing rates with the Sedona Summit Resort, which is about five minutes closer to downtown, and has larger rooms with views of red rocks in the distance.
The Sedona Pines Resort is a quiet two-and-a-half-pearl property located a 15-minute drive from downtown Sedona that offers timeshares as well as standard bookings. The 148 Cottages and Casitas are clean and well maintained, with full kitchens and high ceilings, but it's worth noting that some are dated and the modular-style layout is narrow for some guests. Features include two pools, a mini-golf course, an adult-only hot tub, and cultural and family-friendly activities. The on-site Italian restaurant is only open for dinner, but more restaurants are within a short drive. Guests are offered a timeshare sales pitch, but they are easily declined. It might be worth comparing rates with the Sedona Summit Resort, which is about five minutes closer to downtown, and has larger rooms with views of red rocks in the distance.