Breathtaking Sedona

June 19, 2022

Sedona, Arizona is famous for its breathtaking red rock views, it’s spiritual vibe and its adorable town. It features some amazing hotels and restaurants, as well. A two hour drive from Phoenix International Airport, Sedona made for a wonderful and restful weekend getaway.

Where to Hike

There are no shortage of places to take in the breathtaking Sedona views on a hike. The area is is probably what the area is most known for. We did some short hikes around the infamous vortexes. Information about the vortexes abounds, and I visited the one near the Sedona airport.

Hike around the Vortex in Sedona, Arizona

Trail along the Vortex in Sedona, Arizona

For a longer hike out of town a bit, I used the AllTrails app to find a 10 mile hike. The scenery along the whole way were stunning.

View along a 10 mile hike in Sedona, Arizona

View along the 10 mile hike in Sedona, Arizona

Where to Shop

The Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village features crystal shops, art galleries or you can find a tour guide to take you to one of the infamous vortexes.

Artwork abounds even in the roundabouts in Sedona, Arizona.

Downtown Sedona, Arizona with the stunning backdrop of the red rock formations.

Where to Stay

We stayed at L’Auberge de Sedona, an upscale and peaceful hotel right on Oak Creek. The views out of the room were stunning. We ordered room service a few times just so we could enjoy the views without having to leave the room.

View from a room at L'Auberge, Sedona — View from a room at L’Auberge, Sedona

Pathway leading to the rooms at L'Auberge de Sedona — Pathway leading to the rooms at L’Auberge de Sedona

Entrance to the beautiful L'Auberge de Sedona Hotel and Spa — Entrance to the beautiful L’Auberge de Sedona Hotel and Spa

The Apothecary – the spa at L’Auberge

The Apothecary, the spa, was a luxurious treat. The spa itself is set within the serene setting of a verdant forest and the sound of the water rippling by. All of their products were organic and the entire experience reflected the beauty of the surrounding nature. It was divine!

Where to Eat

The restaurant at the hotel featured delicious food served right alongside the bank of Oak Creek. There were plenty of other options in town. After our long hike, we quenched our thirst at the Sedona Beer Company. We had a fun Italian meal at Gerardo’s Italian kitchen. In short, you will not go hungry!