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The Lodge at Sedona
Set amid pine trees a block off Ariz. 89A in west
Sedona, this large inn is decorated in the Arts and Crafts/mission style, which makes it
one of the more distinctive inns in Sedona. The best rooms are those on the ground floor.
These tend to be large, and several are suites. Suites are only slightly more expensive than
deluxe rooms, which makes the suites the best choices here. Second-floor rooms are more
economical and tend to be fairly small. If you want views, book one of the small upstairs
rooms or the Desert Trail, Copper Canyon, or Whispering Winds suite. Breakfasts are
five-course affairs that can tide you over until dinner.
125 Kallof Place, Sedona, AZ 86336.
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800/619-4467
or 928/204-1942. Fax 928/204-2128. www.
lodgeatsedona.com. 14 units. $189-$339 double. Rates include full breakfast. 2-night minimum on most
weekends. AE, DISC, MC, V. Dogs accepted ($35 per night). Children 11 and over welcome.
Amenities:
Concierge; access to nearby health club.
In room:
A/C, TV/DVD (in some), CD player, hair dryer, Wi-Fi.
Sedona Rouge Hotel & Spa
This stylish boutique hotel is one of the most
distinctive luxury hotels in Sedona, and although it is located right on busy U.S. 89A
in west Sedona, I highly recommend it. Merging contemporary styling with North Afri-
can details, the hotel manages to create an ambience that is very international in feel.
Antique wrought-iron window grates from Tunisia decorate hallways, and guest rooms
have Moroccan-inspired tables. Bathrooms, with dual, rainshower shower heads, are a
real highlight. If you can, try to get a room on the third floor; these have vaulted ceilings
that make the rooms seem larger. The tiny lobby is just off an enclosed courtyard with a
splashing fountain. A rooftop patio has the best view at the hotel. This is a good pick for
couples in a romantic mood.
2250 W. Hwy. 89A, Sedona, AZ 86336.
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866/312-4111
or 928/203-4111. Fax 928/203-9094. www.
sedonarouge.com. 77 units. Jan-Feb $169-$259 double; Mar-May and Sept-Oct $229-$289 double;
June-Aug and Nov-Dec $199-$269 double. AE, DC, DISC, MC, V. Pets accepted ($100 deposit, $50 fee).
Amenities:
Restaurant; lounge; bikes; concierge; exercise room & access to nearby health club; Jacuzzi;
outdoor pool; room service; full-service spa.
In room:
A/C, TV, fridge, hair dryer, Wi-Fi.
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Moderate
Cedars Resort on Oak Creek
Located right at the “Y” and set atop a 100-foot cliff,
this motel has fabulous views across Oak Creek to the towering red rocks. Guest rooms
are large and comfortable, and creekside rooms have private balconies. However, for the
best views, ask for a king-size room. A long stairway leads down to the creek, and the
shops of uptown Sedona are just a short walk away.
20 W. Hwy. 89A (P.O. Box 292), Sedona, AZ 86339.
&
800/874-2072
or 928/282-7010. Fax 928/282-5372.
www.sedonacedarsresort.com. 38 units. $99-$149 double. Rates include continental breakfast. Children
12 and under stay free in parent's room. AE, DISC, MC, V.
Amenities:
Concierge; exercise room & access
to nearby health club; Jacuzzi; small outdoor pool.
In room:
A/C, TV, fridge, hair dryer, Wi-Fi.
The Orchards Inn of Sedona
For picture-perfect, in-your-face views of the red
rocks, few Sedona hotels can compete with the Orchards. The red-rock views from the
hotel's hillside setting above Oak Creek are simply spectacular. Best of all, every room
here has a view, and glass patio doors to let you see plenty of the scenery. Don't be dis-
couraged when you drive up to the front door; although the Orchards, which is more
hotel than inn, is located amid the uptown tourist crowds, it seems miles away once you
check into your room and gaze out at the red rocks. Rooms were completely remodeled
in 2009 giving the hotel a fresh, contemporary look.
