Sedona & Oak Creek Travel Guide

The Sedona-Oak Creek Travel Guide is a resource for those planning to tour the famed red rock country of northern Arizona. This guide includes coverage of Sedona, Oak Creek Canyon, Prescott, and the Verde Valley including the historic town of Jerome. The area features diverse outdoor recreation, spectacular sightseeing, shopping and culture, Indian ruins, historic sites, even wine tasting.

(Right: Bell Rock and Courthouse Butte from Chapel of the Holy Cross)

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Sedona, Arizona - Visitor Services

The city of Sedona is the center of activities in one of America's most scenic areas, the red rock country of Arizona. Indeed the city was voted Most Beautiful Place in America by a popular Sunday magazine. The picturesque city is surrounded by red-rock monoliths whose hues change with the time of day and even with passing clouds. Bright blue skies provide a spectacular contrast. The vista of Cathedral Rock from Red Rock Crossing is considered the quintessential representation of the American Southwest.

The area offers all manner of recreational activities including hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, hot-air balloon rides, and especially jeep tours. Besides the beautiful outdoor scenery, Sedona is a noted cultural center. The outstanding arts and crafts galleries, unusual shops, bounty of fine restaurants, and luxurious resorts offer a fascinating contrast to this outstanding natural area. The arts and crafts shopping center of Tlaquepaque is renowned. Modeled after a Mexican village, it shouldn't be missed. The nearby Verde Valley also has a fledging wine industry. Sedona is also a center of spiritualism and new age medicine. There are supposed to be several "vortexes" in the red rock area. Vortexes are said to emanate spiritual energy which heal and inspire.

This section cover attractions, resources, and things to do in and around Sedona. Oak Creek Canyon is covered in a separate page.

Visitor Services  |   Outdoor Attractions  |   Cultural Attractions/Shopping  |   Guided Recreational Activities  |   Oak Creek Canyon

Visitor Centers

 South Gateway Visitor Center. In the Village of Oak Creek south of Sedona on AZ-179. (928-284-5324)

 Sedona Oak Creek Chamber of Commerce. In uptown Sedona near junction of AZ-179 and AZ-89a. Address is 331 Forest Rd., Sedona, AZ 86336.

 North Gateway Visitor Center. At the north end of Oak Creek Canyon, on AZ-89a near Flagstaff. Located in the Oak Creek Vista (the overlook at the top of the switch-backs entering the canyon).

 102 Things To Do In and Around Sedona, Arizona.

Maps

 Printable Map of Sedona/Oak Creek Area (Adobe PDF file).

Sedona Campgrounds

 Campgrounds in Oak Creek Canyon.

 Lo Lo Mai Springs Outdoor Resort. Resort-style facility offers cabins, RV park, and tent camping. 12 miles west from Sedona on AZ-89a, then south on Page Springs Road.

 Ranch Sedona RV Park. Resort-style RV park with many amenities. Heavily shaded. Convenient to downtown Sedona, off of Schnebly Hill Road, just east of AZ-179.

Sedona Food and Lodging

Lodging

  Best Western Inn of Sedona
1200 W Highway 89A US Sedona, Arizona, 86336-5741
Phone: 928-282-3072
The Best Western Inn of Sedona is an award-winning hotel nestled in Sedona's red rocks offering breathtaking views of the natural rock formations.
110 Guest Rooms on one-three floors (no elevator).
Hotel Rating: AAA-3 Diamonds
Heated Outdoor Pool and Hot Tub, Exercise Room, Complimentary continental breakfast.

  Best Western Arroyo Roble Hotel & Creekside Villa
400 N Highway 89A US Sedona, Arizona, 86336-4214
Phone: 928-282-4001
The Best Western Arroyo Roble Hotel & Creekside Villas is conveniently located in the heart of Sedona, Arizona with magnificent red rock views and close to jeep tours, Sedona Jazz on the Rocks and numerous art galleries. A variety of beautiful golf courses can be found close to the hotel.
65 Guest Rooms on five floors.
Hotel Rating: AAA-3 Diamonds
Heated Outdoor & Indoor Pools and Hot Tubs, Steam room, Exercise facility, Complimentary continental breakfast.

  Comfort Inn
725 SR 179, Sedona, Arizona, 86336
Phone: (928) 282-3132
The Comfort Inn hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of the magnificent red rocks of Sedona. Guests may stroll to Sedona's best art galleries and boutique shops.
52 units, 2 floors, no elevator.
Hotel Rating: AAA-2 Diamonds
Heated outdoor pool, hot tub, fitness/activity center, free full breakfast.

  L'Auberge De Sedona
301 L'Auberge Lane, Sedona, Arizona, 86336
Phone: (928) 282-1661
Located on 11 landscaped acres with gardens, decks, and private lawns, L'Auberge de Sedona offers views of the Red Rock vistas. L'Auberge Restaurant on Oak Creek serves French-inspired American cuisine and offers indoor and outdoor seating with views of the Red Rocks and Oak Creek. The Spa at L'Auberge features massages in an outdoor cabana along Oak Creek.
56 guest rooms and cottages, 1-2 floors (no elevator).
Hotel Rating: AAA-4 Diamonds
Heated outdoor pool, hot tub, spa.

  Canyon Villa Bed & Breakfast Inn Of Sedona
40 Canyon Circle Dr., Sedona, Arizona, 86351
Phone: (928) 284-1226
This Mission-style Villa Was Built To Maximize The Views Of The Red Rock Formations. Canyon Villa B&B Inn Of Sedona Features A Heated Pool, Landscaped Gardens, Outdoor Fireplace And Poolside Patio With Lounge Chairs, And Tables And Chairs With Market Umbrellas. Full, Complimentary Gourmet Breakfasts, Featuring Homemade Cinnamon Rolls Or Muffins, Are Served Each Morning In The Formal Dining Room. Complimentary Soft Drinks And Juices Are Available 24 Hours A Day. Hors D'oeuvres And Beverages Are Served In The Early Evening. Coffee, Various Teas And Homemade Cookies Are Provided Each Evening.
11 guest rooms on 2 floors (no elevator).
Hotel Rating: AAA-4 Diamonds
Outdoor heated pool, full breakfast, two night minimum stay-weekends.

  More Hotels in Sedona, Arizona.

 Sedona Chamber of Commerce - Where to Stay. (includes neighboring areas).

Food

 Sedona Chamber of Commerce - Where to Eat. Restaurant guide. Outstanding, upscale fare can be found at Cucina Rustica (Mediterranean), Rene at Tlaquepaque (American and Continental), L'Auberge Restaurant on Oak Creek (premiere dining, reservations a week in advance. More modest and tasty fare at Blue Moon Cafe (pizza, burgers), and El Rincon at Tlaquepaque (inexpensive Mexican).

Flagstaff, Arizona Area

Lodging

  Holiday Inn Express
2320 E. Lucky Lane, Flagstaff, Arizona 86004
Phone: 928-714-1000
Stay Smart at the Flagstaff Holiday Inn Express. This hotel is centrally located to many Flagstaff and northern Arizona attractions, such as Grand Canyon, Sedona, and Oak Creek Canyon.
154 units on 5 floors.
Hotel Rating: AAA-3 Diamonds
Heated indoor/outdoor pool, whirlpool, exercise room, free expanded continental breakfast.

  More Hotels in Flagstaff, Arizona.

Visitor Services  |   Outdoor Attractions  |   Cultural Attractions/Shopping  |   Guided Recreational Activities  |   Oak Creek Canyon

Note: Some of the links in this guide are to publications in PDF format. The PDF's can only be viewed or printed using Adobe Acrobat Reader (available free, online).

Sedona & Oak Creek Travel Guide Index

• Introduction & Index to
  Sedona, Oak Creek Canyon, Verde Valley, Prescott
  
  
• Sedona, Arizona
  • Visitor Services
  • Outdoor Attractions
  • Cultural Attractions/Shopping
  • Guided Recreational Activities
  
  
• Oak Creek Canyon, Arizona
  
  
• Verde Valley & Jerome, Arizona
  • Visitor Services
  • Attractions
  • Indian Ruins / Cultural Sites
  
  
• Prescott, Arizona
• Camping in Sedona, Oak Creek Canyon, Verde Valley, & Prescott
• Lodging & Travel Services in Sedona, Oak Creek Canyon, Verde Valley, & Prescott
  
  
• Northern Arizona Travel Guide
• Grand Canyon Area Travel Guide
• Las Vegas Travel Guide

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