Uptown Sedona Travel Guide

Sedona

Man hiking at Devils Bridge in Sedona Arizona
Man hiking at Devils Bridge in Sedona Arizona
Sedona has some of the best hiking and views you can find in all of the Southwest USA. But my favorite parts of Sedona are the little known secret places, that you can explore and experience without the crowds. This gem is one of those secret locations.

Sedona almost never gets snow, and when it does snow, it rarely sticks. So when a giant snow storm shut down the whole city last winter, we were dying to go out and get some epic snow pictures! 

Locals refer to this spot as the Birthing Cave. It is tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the more touristy parts of the city. It is a fairly easy hike to get here, but getting up into the cave is a whole other story! It requires a lot of scrambling, and some serious guts! But boy is the effort worth it!

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Sunset at Airport Mesa is a must if in Sedona. I recommend hiking to the knoll below the mesa for a view with fewer people. The mesa is accessible by car and attracts large numbers of people. You have to hike to the knoll and far fewer people congregate here.
I recommend the West Fork of Oak Creek Trail if you're ever in Sedona. It's an easy hike and very lovely.


Top hotels in Uptown Sedona

Hyatt Vacation Club at Pinon Pointe, Sedona

Hyatt Vacation Club at Pinon Pointe, Sedona

3.5 out of 5
1 N AZ-89-ALT Sedona AZ
The price is ฿3,771 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
฿3,771
฿5,897 total
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sedona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Tlaquepaque ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,024 reviews)
Beauitful well equipped suite. Pool and fire place area have great views!

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at Pinon Pointe, Sedona
Amara Resort and Spa

Amara Resort and Spa

4.5 out of 5
100 Amara Lane Sedona AZ
The price is ฿8,404 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
฿8,404
฿10,889 total
14 Jan - 15 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sedona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
We’ve stayed at several Sedona hotels and this one was a gem. Tucked off of downtown, with amazing views. Staff was very friendly, grounds were very well kept and the VIP perk was a nice touch. Would definitely stay again!

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Amara Resort and Spa
L'Auberge de Sedona

L'Auberge de Sedona

5 out of 5
L'Auberge Lane,301 Sedona AZ
The price is ฿13,434 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
฿13,434
฿17,004 total
14 Jan - 15 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sedona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
The staff, cleanliness and in room drink selection was top notch.

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

L'Auberge de Sedona
Matterhorn Inn

Matterhorn Inn

2.5 out of 5
230 APPLE AVE Sedona AZ
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sedona. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,146 reviews)
Beautiful, spacious room with amazing views of the red rocks.

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Matterhorn Inn
Best Western Plus Arroyo Roble Hotel & Creekside Villas

Best Western Plus Arroyo Roble Hotel & Creekside Villas

2.5 out of 5
400 North State Route 89A Sedona AZ
The price is ฿4,849 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
฿4,849
฿5,523 total
19 Jan - 20 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sedona. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Great views from the room, staff was great, breakfast was awesome

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Best Western Plus Arroyo Roble Hotel & Creekside Villas
The Star Motel

The Star Motel

2.5 out of 5
295 Jordan Rd Sedona AZ
The price is ฿2,931 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
฿2,931
฿3,338 total
14 Jan - 15 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sedona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (874 reviews)
Great experience and in the heart of the scene

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

The Star Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Uptown Sedona

Coffee Pot showing a small town or village, views and a gorge or canyon

West Sedona

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

The captivating mountain views and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to West Sedona. A stop by Coffee Pot Rock or Airport Mesa Viewpoint might round out your trip.

West Sedona
Located directly on the road.  Inside is gorgeous.  Must see in Sedona.

Chapel

While visiting Chapel, you might make a stop by sights like Chapel of the Holy Cross and Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village.

Chapel
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Nepenthe

While Nepenthe may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Grasshopper Point Picnic Area and Sedona Airport Scenic Lookout.

Nepenthe
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Back O' Beyond

When in Back O' Beyond, you can plan a visit to Cathedral Rock and Chapel of the Holy Cross, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Back O' Beyond
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Sedona Shadows

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sedona Shadows and surrounding area, you can visit Slide Rock State Park and Oak Creek Canyon.

Sedona Shadows


Uptown Sedona Travel Guide