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Dobrina Zhekova, Contributor
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Sedona's striking red rock towers, lush evergreen forests and reputation as a mecca for spiritual healers have transformed it into a magnet for wellness and holistic travelers. For centuries before that, the region's Native population believed in the existence of sacred sites that emanate energy connecting the physical and spiritual realms. For those who visit Red Rock Country in search of a wellness awakening, the best spa hotels in Sedona spotlight the area’s natural healing powers.
Travelers can choose from intimate properties like The Wilde Resort And Spa, with a robust lineup of wellbeing treatments, or kick back and relax by one of the pools of the sprawling Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock, with 25,000 square feet of wellness spaces and dozens of outdoor activities. Luxury travelers will enjoy L'Auberge de Sedona, which pampers guests with innovative and holistic treatments. Below, the best spa hotels in Sedona in 2024.
- Best Spa Hotel In Sedona Overall: The Wilde Resort And Spa
- Best High-End Spa Hotel In Sedona: Ambiente Hotel
- Best Boutique Spa Hotel In Sedona: Amara Resort And Spa
- Best Spa Hotel In Sedona For Couples: L’Auberge De Sedona
- Best Spa Hotel In Sedona For Girls’ Trips: Poco Diablo
- Spa Hotel In Sedona With The Best Amenities: Enchantment Resort
- Best Spa Hotel In Sedona For Wellness Retreats: Mii Amo
- Best Value Spa Hotel In Sedona: Hilton Sedona Resort At Bell Rock
Best Spa Hotel In Sedona Overall: The Wilde Resort And Spa
The Wilde Resort And Spa
Who Will Love It: Stargazers; wellness enthusiasts; modern travelers seeking a social place to unwind
All-Star Amenities: Seven spa treatment rooms, including two couples suites; indoor/outdoor relaxation areas; steam rooms; pool; gym
What Not To Miss: The Vortex journey treatment—a resort-signature 90-minute body treatment consisting of a basil-infused clay wrap, followed by a Himalayan salt bath and a massage
Location: West Sedona
Day Pass Available: No
Located near Trailhead Mountain, the Wilde Resort and Spa's wellness experience blends nature-immersive experiences and on-site activities like stargazing, yoga, sound baths and meditation in the resort's red rock labyrinth. However, the property's highlight is the spa, which offers 5,000 square feet of amenities and is one of the largest in Sedona. Guests can indulge in classic bodywork, face treatments and a curated list of wellness experiences and retreats inspired by Sedona's vortexes, mystical powers, wildflowers and healing traditions. Daybeds flank the resort's pool, and four hot tubs provide intimate moments for couples or those seeking moments of contemplation. Travelers will also find yard games and fire pits throughout the property, including a giant 700-pound crystal sitting at the center of a garden with a fireplace and plush seating.
Best High-End Spa Hotel In Sedona: Ambiente Hotel
Ambiente Hotel
Who Will Love It: Luxury travelers and couples in need of privacy and wellness experiences that doesn't lack high-tech treatments
All-Star Amenities: Standalone accommodations with rooftops; pool; offsite gym; Dark Sky Lounge; O2 Soaking Bath; IV Infusions; beauty services
What Not To Miss: A session at the Dark Sky Lounge where a combination of sound and vibrations will envelop your body
Location: West Sedona
Day Pass Available: No
One of Sedona's newest stays—the adults-only resort opened in 2023—offers a unique setting that combines modern architecture (the 40 suites are all stand-alone atrium-inspired cabins dotting the three-acre property) and classic Sedona views. Ambiente Hotel’s wellness concept is a harmonious blend of modern technologies and ancient healing traditions. The award-winning Velvet spa is awash in natural hues and textures and aims to relax and rejuvenate fully. The spa stands out with its long list of services, including couples and mother-to-be rituals, CBD treatments, facials, integrating LED light therapy and Gua Sha techniques, IV infusions and beauty services. Take advantage of the Dark Sky Lounge and O2 Soaking Bath, the resort's experiential spaces for muscle recovery and skin rejuvenation, thanks to interactive technologies like music meditations, vibrations and oxygen-infused Japanese-style baths.
Best Boutique Spa Hotel In Sedona: Amara Resort And Spa
Amara Resort And Spa
Who Will Love It: Travelers looking for Stunning Sedona views and signature spa treatments you won't find anywhere else
All-Star Amenities: Yoga mats in every room; on-site 24-hour gym with Matrix equipment; complimentary bikes; al fresco restaurant; heated infinity pool and hot tub; steam rooms
What Not To Miss: The Winds of Change massage starts with Chakra balancing with crystals and native rattles before a relaxing massage with essential oils
Location: Uptown Sedona
Day Pass Available: Yes
Just looking at the view from Amara's heated outdoor infinity pool, comprising rugged red rock formations peaking from lush treetops, can put you in a restful and contemplative mode. Of course, there's more on offer to relax the body and soul in this Uptown Sedona boutique stay, which completed a tree lodge-inspired renovation in 2021. The spa pampers its guests with a multitude of body, face and beauty services. Highlights include the moon-chasing sun facial using cool and warm stones, perfect for travelers battling post-flight puffiness, and the desert sea detox wrap with turquoise sage clay. Don't skip the steam rooms, and enjoy a few moments of tranquility in the relaxation room before taking a dip in the outdoor hot tub. The resort's courtyard is ideal for capping the evening with drinks around the firepits under Sedona's famously star-filled skies.
Best Spa Hotel In Sedona For Couples: L’Auberge De Sedona
L’Auberge De Sedona
Who Will Love It: Well-heeled travelers with a knack for custom wellness treatments and holistic activities
All-Star Amenities: A curated list of outdoor experiences and exclusive spa packages; a scent blending station; private spa suites with Peloton bikes; gym; an exhaustive list of holistic, metaphysical, and art experiences
What Not To Miss: The citrus and bubbles scrub, blending Champagne and orange essence
Location: Uptown Sedona
Day Pass Available: Yes
One of Sedona's most awarded—and beloved—spa resorts is celebrating its 40th birthday this year, which is a testament to the property's impeccable high level of service and traveler appreciation. Its creekside location is one of its best wellness features, as the soothing sounds of bubbling water constantly fill the air. But for something more indulgent, head to L'Apothecary Spa, where your journey begins at the Blending Station by personalizing a concoction of essential oils and herbs to use on-site or when you return home. If you visit during the summer, opt for a creekside massage in an open-air treatment room under rustling sycamore trees. L'Auberge de Sedona has an outstanding lineup of holistic experiences spanning sound healing sessions and forest bathing to Tarot reading and shamanic drum reiki. Treat sore and tight muscles with an Mg12 massage that channels the energy of magnesium, known for its de-stressing and relaxing properties to reduce inflammation and relieve muscle fatigue.
Best Spa Hotel In Sedona For Girls’ Trips: Poco Diablo
Poco Diablo
Who Will Love It: Guests looking for social outdoor activities and serene spa moments
All-Star Amenities: Heated outdoor pool with a large sundeck; beauty salon; four tennis and pickleball courts; proximity and access to Sedona Golf Resort; gym; in-room jetted tubs; couples spa suite; on-site gym
What Not To Miss: Indulge in a white sage purification body scrub after which your skin is moisturized with rich Piñon Pine cream
Location: Central Sedona
Day Pass Available: No
Whether you're celebrating a friend's upcoming nuptials or want to spend some quality R&R time with a friend, Poco Diablo has a diverse range of amenities as well as a full-service spa to make every girls trip a memorable—and a relaxing—one. Book a tennis clinic with an experienced instructor to work on your serve and get your heart pumping, or hit the hiking trails to enjoy Sedona's stunning landscapes, before retreating to Poco Spa for an afternoon of rejuvenating body and face treatments. In addition to the usual therapies like Swedish and deep tissue massage, the à la carte spa menu features sumptuous essential oil wraps, a Chakra balancing facial, and a white sage salt scrub foot massage created to relieve tired legs. If you prefer to have your best friend with you, upgrade to in-room treatments. The resort has a large sundeck and a heated year-round pool; guests can also purchase customizable picnic baskets and retreat to the hotel's expansive yard with beautiful views of the Red Rock Mountains.
Spa Hotel In Sedona With The Best Amenities: Enchantment Resort
Enchantment Resort
Who Will Love It: Outdoor enthusiasts; luxury travelers seeking an active Sedona vacation
All-Star Amenities: Pickleball/tennis courts; 18-hole golf course; equipment and outdoor gear available for purchase and rental at the Trail House; guided excursions; access to Mii Amo spa and facilities; new pool and deck with cabanas; yard games and axe throwing; kids camp; telescopes for stargazing
What Not To Miss: Book a guided outdoor adventure at the Trail House
Location: Boynton Canyon
Day Pass Available: No
At Enchantment, narrowing down your spa and wellness options will be the hardest part of your stay. The resort offers an overwhelming variety of things to do on and off-site (over one hundred per week), catering to travelers of all ages, hobbies and wellbeing needs. The Trail House serves as a hub for rental gear, where guests can book from a list of outdoor activities, including rock climbing, trail running and guided birding hikes. Spa treatments are courtesy of the nearby Mii Amo spa, where Enchantment guests can choose from reflexology, aromatherapy, chakra balancing, Thai, lymphatic and four hands massages, to name a few. Embrace the healing powers of Sedona and indulge in a reiki or an energy-clearing ritual. Continue your wellness journey back at Enchantment and soak up the sun—and views—from the resort's renovated pool deck surrounded by Boynton Canyon panoramas, or relax in one of the resort's cabanas equipped with comfy seating and refreshments.
Best Spa Hotel In Sedona For Wellness Retreats: Mii Amo
Mii Amo
Who Will Love It: Busy urbanites in need of a multi-day wellness reset
All-Star Amenities: Personal wellness concierge; outdoor swimming pool; juice bar; relaxation lounge with a wood burning fireplace; sauna and a steam room; whirlpool; fitness and movement studio; Crystal Grotto
What Not To Miss: The desert mist body renewal treatment comprises an anti-inflammatory magnesium scrub, a detoxifying clay wrap, and a head-to-toe massage for the ultimate stress-releasing and relaxing experience
Location: Boynton Canyon
Day Pass Available: No
Everything in Mii Amo—from its location within the Boynton Canyon Vortex to its superb spa amenities and retreats—is designed to help reboot your wellness routine for results that last way beyond your stay. After a two-year renovation, the resort debuted a 42,000-square-foot wellness space that goes above and beyond to soothe and alleviate spiritual and physical discomforts while pampering guests to beauty rituals with renowned European brand Barbor. With meditative labyrinth walks, breathing sessions, chakra balancing, Tarot and astrology readings, and intense energy rituals, you can quickly leave the stresses of big city life behind. The resort also takes nutrition seriously: It now has a juice bar for smoothies and healthy concoctions and a new signature restaurant where patrons dine on seasonal fare prepared with fresh produce from the chef's garden and nearby farms and ranches.
Best Value Spa Hotel In Sedona: Hilton Sedona Resort At Bell Rock
Hilton Sedona Resort At Bell Rock
Who Will Love It: Hilton loyalists; travelers looking for classic resort amenities and a comprehensive list of spa services and treatments
All-Star Amenities: Access to Sedona Golf Resort; two swimming pools; Vortex classes; fire pits; tennis and pickleball courts; gym; HIIT Pit; movement studio and over 35 weekly guided classes; whirlpool
What Not To Miss: The resort's signature energy vortex treatment uses multiple energy therapies to ease anxiety and calm the mind
Location: Oak Creek
Day Pass Available: Yes
Located in the village of Oak Creek, just a stone's throw from some of Sedona's most prominent natural landmarks like Cathedral Rock and Bell Rock and miles of hiking trails, this Hilton resort immerses guests in dramatic Sedona vistas and pampering amenities. The eforea Spa boasts 25,000 square feet of wellness facilities, enough to keep you busy for an entire day, while its weekly calendar of fitness activities ensures you don't spend your whole time in a spa treatment room. Guests are strongly encouraged to follow their spa appointments with refreshing dips in the 82-foot lap pool, part of the resort's athletic club; after, sweat your stress and worries in the dry sauna or eucalyptus steam room. In between balancing your chakras and meditative sound bowl therapies, find some time to hit the hiking trails around the property—you may not have time to explore all of the 200 plus miles of trails, but you can surely try.
About Dobrina Zhekova, Your Sedona Spa Guide
I am a travel journalist with over a decade of editorial experience in print and digital media in Europe and the U.S, including bylines in Travel + Leisure, ELLE, Harper's Bazaar, Sunset, Departures, RobbReport, InStyle, Vogue and many more. I am an expert on all things luxury travel, art, architecture and design—from the newest 5-star resort in Bora Bora to the latest immersive exhibition in Paris. I originally hail from Bulgaria and have extensive experience covering hotels and emerging destinations around the world.
