T+L’s Hotel Review of L’Auberge de Sedona in Arizona

Tucked between Sedona’s iconic crimson sandstone cliffs and the babbling Oak Creek, L’Auberge de Sedona has lengthy been thought-about certainly one of Arizona’s most inviting retreats. In truth, the property is routinely acknowledged by Journey + Leisure readers in our annual World’s Greatest Awards; in 2025, it was named the No. 3 resort in Arizona and No. 1 in Sedona.

This fall, the property unveiled a $30-million renovation, which, in keeping with lodge basic supervisor Colm O’Brien, is “shaping the subsequent chapter of luxurious in Sedona.”

Central to this subsequent chapter is the addition of The Cliffs: 70 new lodging with sweeping views of the Pink Rocks. The updates additionally embody a brand new cliffside pool and expanded spa choices.

“We’ve designed the lodge as a sanctuary,” O’Brien advised T+L. “We wish each visitor to really feel a deeper connection—to nature, to Sedona, and to themselves. Each element of a keep is deliberately crafted to create moments that visitors will keep in mind lengthy after departure, whether or not that’s a quiet morning by the creek, a wellness session like our new floating sound therapeutic, or just gazing on the Pink Rocks with a morning espresso.”

What has set L’Auberge de Sedona aside over the previous 4 many years is its uncommon location of getting each a creekside setting and iconic crimson rock views. “No different property in Sedona can supply each,” O’Brien stated.

T+L was the primary to expertise the newly up to date lodge—this is what it is like to remain.

The Rooms

Lodging at L’Auberge de Sedona mix with the encircling panorama, providing a variety of stays to go well with solo vacationers, {couples}, households, or giant teams. These embody:

• The Lodge: a two-story retreat with 19 visitor rooms and two spacious suites
• The Creekhouse: a spacious five-bedroom residence perched above Oak Creek
• Creekside Cottages: non-public cottages nestled alongside the water, preferrred for visitors in search of immersion in nature

The standout addition is The Cliffs, a group of newly constructed rooms and suites with a recent Southwestern aesthetic. Rooms function floor-to-ceiling views of Pink Rock State Park, fireplaces, and spacious patios or balconies. “Each ingredient of The Cliffs visitor rooms was designed to really feel like an extension of the land itself,” O’Brien stated. Suppose earthy rust tones paying homage to the Pink Rocks and deep blues representing Sedona’s night time skies.

I stayed in a junior suite at The Cliffs and appreciated the elevated vantage level: mornings began with espresso overlooking Snoopy Rock and evenings ended with panoramic views of the sundown. One night time, I left the property to eat dinner at a restaurant that obtained rave opinions for its view solely to study that I would been too spoiled by the sights from my room.

Meals and Drink

The culinary centerpiece is Cress on Oak Creek. (One Arizona native and frequent Sedona customer advised me that it is the “solely good restaurant in Sedona.” Do not battle me, I am simply the messenger.) Nestled alongside the banks of Oak Creek, the ambiance consists of the mild soundtrack of flowing water—and, often, a curious raccoon or buzzing bees.

Breakfasts right here embody choices like crab-and-artichoke blintzes, eggs Benedict, spring vegetable muffins, chilaquiles, and avocado toast. Lunch included the likes of pasta primavera, grilled salmon, bucatini with broccoli rabe and ham, and a vegan muffaletta. Dinner, as anticipated, leans extra indulgent with a number of steak, seafood, and rooster choices.

Over at Duck Pond, the lodge’s pool, the menu caters to a extra informal urge for food with snacks and shareable plates like whipped feta, tuna poke nachos, scorching crab dip, avenue corn tostadas, and a standout lobster quesadilla.

Actions and Experiences

The newly opened Duck Pond pool sits on the sting of a crimson rock bluff with 200-degree views of the encircling crimson rocks. The heated pool, scorching tub, and a 60-foot deck are flanked by cabanas and daybeds, full with towel service, sunscreen, and a devoted host.

True to its mystical desert roots, the lodge leans into Sedona’s repute as a religious sanctuary—with a lineup of wellness choices that vary from grounding to otherworldly. Yoga and sound baths set the tone, however the property additionally provides a roster of metaphysical experiences for these curious for one thing extra. Suppose previous life regression meditations, tarot and oracle card readings, and even periods with psychics.

Not all the pieces requires deep introspection, although. Company can swing by reception to select up duck meals, which they’ll then feed the feathered residents at Duck Seashore. There are additionally complimentary physique scrub–making periods on the spa, accessible with or with out a spa appointment. The lodge’s complimentary visitor transportation service provides drop-off at close by mountaineering trails and points of interest.

The Spa

The newly expanded L’Apothecary spa provides a slew of wonderful remedies. Company can go for the privateness of an in-room therapeutic massage or a creekside therapeutic massage below a cover of sycamore bushes alongside Oak Creek. (The latter is obtainable seasonally throughout spa hours.)

One visitor shared that his good day started with a dawn hike via Sedona’s trails, adopted by a late-afternoon therapeutic massage—a seamless mix of journey and renewal. Throughout my go to, I loved two back-to-back remedies (an Essence of Earth Wrap adopted by a therapeutic massage) that left me feeling pampered and relaxed.

Household-friendly Choices

Whereas L’Auberge de Sedona doesn’t have devoted kids’s programming, the resort welcomes households.

Accessibility and Sustainability

O’Brien advised T+L that the latest transformation was guided with “environmental concord in thoughts.” The culinary program, for instance, spotlights seasonal components, supporting Arizona farmers and purveyors. Accessibility has additionally been thought-about, with ADA-compliant lodging accessible throughout a number of room classes and accessible pathways to key facilities, just like the pool and eating venues.

Location

L’Auberge de Sedona is nestled alongside Oak Creek in Uptown Sedona, which has galleries, outlets, and eating places. It is roughly two hours from Phoenix Sky Harbor Worldwide Airport (PHX) and 45 minutes from Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG).

Guide Now

L’Auberge de Sedona is a member of Small Luxurious Lodges of the World (SLH), a worldwide assortment of boutique stays. Company who be a part of SLH’s complimentary membership program can take pleasure in unique perks, together with early check-in and late checkout, particular discounted charges, and entry to the members-only Membership fee. Further perks embody complimentary Wi-Fi, bottled water, and breakfast for 2.

Nightly charges for The Cliffs at L’Auberge de Sedona begin from $600, and you’ll e-book your keep at lauberge.com.

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