Enchantment Resort Sedona Review (for Families)
Located on one of the most spectacular spots of real estate in the world, the scenic landscape at Enchantment Resort in Sedona takes center stage. Whether your family is staying at this luxury hotel on the way to the Grand Canyon, or you’re visiting Sedona as a standalone vacation, here’s what you need to know before booking a stay at Enchantment Resort in Arizona.
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An Enchanting Welcome
The minute my family arrived at Enchantment, we were welcomed to the resort and escorted to the front desk in the lobby. There was no ornate, grand entrance. Instead, natural elements like stonework, vibrant green vines, colorful flowers, and Cyprus trees led to an unobtrusive stucco building.
My children were greeted with a gift bag filled with a stuffed toy coyote and a coloring or puzzle book. You can warm up by the fire in oversized leather chairs in the lounge before dinner or duck into the game room to watch television or play board games.
Outdoor Adventures
Outdoor adventures abound at Sedona Enchantment Resort. Mountain biking, pickleball and tennis courts, swimming pools, and golfing at the nearby Seven Canyons private golf course. All of this is available among stunning views of Sedona’s famous red rocks.
Boynton Canyon Hiking Trails
One of my favorite memories from this family trip was hiking the Vista Trail with my little girl. We paused to stare at tiny wildflowers and note the strange purplish hue of the prickly pear cactus fruits. It was fun to guess where our room was from where we stood on the trail.
My 5-year-old daughter kept asking if we could take Sedona home with us. When I asked her what she meant, she said, “I want to keep it and put it in our backyard because it’s so pretty here!”
There are several hiking trails accessible from Enchantment Resort. Two of Sedona’s most beloved trails are located just behind Mii Amo Spa. Head to the left for Boynton Canyon Trail, which is 2.4 miles each way.
Go to the right to hike Vista Trail up to Kachina Woman rock formation, which stands guard over one of Sedona’s famous energy vortexes. This hike should take about 20 minutes up and 15 minutes down unless you are hiking with a young child, then it takes longer!
Camp Coyote
My daughter begged to go back to Camp Coyote after her half-day adventure here. This kids’ camp is for children ages 4 to 12. Choose from half-day or full-day camps plus summer evening camps. Camp Coyote specializes in incorporating the natural surroundings and Sedona’s Native American heritage into its activities.
Campers might take guided nature walks and learn about Boynton Canyon’s plants, insects, mule and white-tailed deer, jackrabbits, and other inhabitants. Or they might do sand painting, weave dream catchers, or design arrowhead necklaces. Standard kids’ camp fun is available, too, in the form of trucks, toys, and craft projects.
Mii Amo Spa
A sister property of Enchantment Resort Sedona, Mii Ama Spa is steps away. It is a destination spa with guest rooms of its own, spa treatments, and well-being and fitness classes. Enchantment guests are welcome to book spa services here as well.
Numerous activities and lectures abound at Mii Amo, from morning stretch and a variety of yoga classes to chanting, meditations, and labyrinth walks. The facilities are nearly as stunning as the setting.
After your treatment, soak in the outdoor private pool and hot tub with breathtaking views of Boynton Canyon. You’ll feel overwhelmed with a feeling of gratitude to experience such beauty.
Enchantment Dining Options
Several great food options are available on-site at Sedona Enchantment Resort from casual to downright ritzy.
Che Ah Chi
One of the most upscale dining restaurants in all of Sedona is Enchantment’s Che Ah Chi. In addition to elegant date night dinners, breakfast and lunch are served here. Enjoy 180-degree views of Boynton Canyon any time of the day. Reservations are suggested.
Tii Gavo
A more casual restaurant on the property is Tii Gavo. It’s a more family-friendly option than elegant Che Ah Chi, but keeping our boisterous children from annoying the other diners in the candlelit swanky bar environment was not easy.
Hummingbird
Hummingbird at Mii Amo welcomes guests aged 16+ to dine in a spa-like atmosphere. Everything on the menu is fresh, light, and delicious.
Poolside Dining
Casual dining is available poolside from May through October at Enchantment. Eat salads, smoothies, and handheld fare beside the resort’s gorgeous outdoor pool. Order kid favorites from the children’s menu, like cheeseburgers, hot dogs, and cheese quesadillas.
The Market
The Market offers quick grab-and-go items like pressed juices, breakfast wraps, salads, sandwiches, and snacks. The homemade granola is not to be missed!
In-Room Dining
Room service is also available at Sedona Enchantment Resort from 6:30 am to 11 pm. Order breakfast, lunch, dinner or dessert delivered to your room.
Accommodations
Guest rooms are designed for comfort at Enchantment. If you are traveling with children and can afford a glorious upgrade, I suggest booking a casita.
Our one-bedroom casita was decked out with a patio and outdoor barbecue plus my children’s favorite, a gas-powered fireplace around which we warmed our tootsies after chilly fall hikes.
The spacious family room was so large and comfy. It felt more like a home than a hotel. The Murphy bed was more restful than a sofa pull-out and took up no space when stowed away.
The eat-in kitchen featured a stove, microwave, coffee maker, refrigerator, pots, pans, dishes, eating utensils, and even a toaster. The bedroom featured two queen-sized beds and a second television plus its own bathroom.
Is Sedona Enchantment Resort Worth the Splurge?
My husband announced during our comfortable stay, “I never want to leave here.” I asked him why, and he said, “Because it’s beautiful, and there’s a fireplace, and even the soap smells good. Seriously, there are no worries here.” (The soap, by the way, was made with olive oil and it did smell really, really good.)
Although Sedona has more affordable accommodation options, I believe Enchantment Resort is worth a splurge. This popular spot is among the best luxury hotels in Sedona. Could you stay somewhere for less money? Yes.
But you come to Sedona to stand in awe of something bigger than yourself, to breathe in fresh air, climb to the top of something majestic, and forget your worries for a while. Staying at Enchantment Resort submerses you in all that beauty and relaxation.
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A Note from Colleen: Enchantment Resort Sedona provided my whole family with complimentary accommodations, our dinner at Tii Gavo, and my spa treatment. All opinions are mine, as always.
This place makes me want to pack up my bags now. The way the resort is surrounded, like in the middle of nowhere, is what I call a vacation. I am adding this to my travel list. There’s so much to do there.
Sonia – Yay! My work is done here! I’m so glad Enchantment Resort and Sedona speak to you. I hope you love both as much as I do!
I really love how you share your thoughts and review in this resort. This is very beautiful, a prefect place to be relaxed.
Nikki – Thank you for your comment, that means a lot. Enchantment Resort Sedona really is a wonderful place to unwind and connect with nature.
This review of Sedona’s Enchantment Resort highlights its worth as a splurge-worthy destination. From the stunning red rock views to the luxurious amenities, the author captures the essence of a memorable stay at this resort. Whether indulging in spa treatments or exploring the surrounding nature, the Enchantment Resort offers a rejuvenating retreat for travelers seeking relaxation and natural beauty.
Kimberley – Thanks so much for your kind words! I hope you get an opportunity to experience Enchantment Resort for yourself someday.
This resort sounds AH-mazing! I love the rustic look, and the views are incredibly. It looks like a great hub for a trip to Sedona.
Beth – Enchantment really is AH-mazing! Thank you for commenting.
This is EXACTLY what I needed to plan, thank you. I stayed at Enchantment for a wedding, and can confirm it is awesome. Thanks for reminding me to add that into our Grand Canyon trip!
Yay! Enjoy the Grand Canyon and the Enchantment Resort! 🙂
Hi Colleen! Wondering what time of year you went to the Enchantment? Was it in January? We’re considering going around that time of year and I’m wondering just how cold it is…thanks!
Hi Peyton – I believe our trip was in November or December. It was definitely chilly when we were there so I’d suggest bringing winter coats, gloves and hats. According to Weather.com, it looks like you can expect average lows of about 33 and average highs of 58 or 59 degrees F. Enjoy Sedona!
Jeez!! Enchantment is definitely one of the must-go-to resorts in Sedona. Highly recommended to those ones who are first-time tourists.
I definitely agree with Anders that for what Enchantment charges, you do not get a five star experience.
Our room had a broken mirror, drape rod on floor, the door between casita was unlocked and people next door could have entered our room, the maids pounded on our door at 9 pm for turn down service, check in was a confused mess as we stood there for ten minutes before someone showed up , etc. lots of sloppy issues thru our stay.
Plus, they cancelled activities at last minute and then we were too late for other activities during that time period. When I did go to yoga class there were so many people our mats were inches apart.
They were booked to max so we weren’t able to switch rooms as ours had a major malfunction. And since there are no worries about guests staying here, they can slack off.
If nothing goes wrong, I can see this being a beautiful vacation. But unfortunately for us, at over $600 a night we were sorry we didn’t stay at the Best Western.
I agree this is a beautiful place but not worth the price and poor customer service. We had the most measured expectations coming into staying at this place for spring break. It was one week, no specific plan other than to relax and enjoy the beautiful views with our 2 kids (3 & 8yo). It was ~$500 dollars a night but we figured a splurge would be worth it to have a carefree and relaxing visit. We asked specifically if our room would have a view and were told that it did. Upon arrival we checked into a casita that looked out onto a parking lot and bushes. It was one large room with no fridge, a real challenge for 2 adults and 2 kids. We called the front desk and were told there was nothing else they could switch us to. We finally arranged to switch into 2 adjoining rooms with a view 3 days into our trip and pay the additional expense (Adding many hundreds of dollars onto our total cost). At no point throughout this experience did the management (Ricardo and Morgan) offer anything additional to make up for the problems we encountered. A five dollar gift card to the bar would have made a difference. It was clear they just DO NOT CARE IF PEOPLE ARE SATISFIED. We’ve got the rocks, love it our leave it…. They even tried to charge us for a minifridge. Because wifi and cell service doesn’t work here we were limited in finding additional accommodations and ended up giving up and staying. In addition to this, we would leave from 9-3pm and come home to find our room unmade. Other issues: inattentive staff at restaurants, strangers in cowboy hats walking into our room, and leaking shower. The views are great in the surrounding areas but you don’t need to stay here to enjoy them. SKIP THIS PLACE overpriced, inattentive, house of blah!!! Thanks for making our vacation much more difficult than it should have been.
What a bummer that your experience at the Enchantment Resort was not as lovely as my family’s! We had a great time while there and loved the scenery but you are right that there are definitely less expensive places to stay in the area. Still, I’d go back to Enchantment in a heartbeat!
Sedona is such a beautiful place – a relaxing retreat! I’ll have to keep this place in mind next time we’re in the area.
Thank you for the thorough review!
Drool…. Looking forward to my stay in April! I can’t wait to go.
I wonder why all our travels are so similar this year. 🙂
My husband and I need a weekend away, and lately I’ve been pondering where. This resort sounds perfect! Thanks!
Why we never get to enjoy the spa when travel with kids! 🙂 I love the bucket of Orange juice. They definitely think about everything there. Sounds amazing!
Does Enchantment have “off-season” rates? If so, when would they be available? This is an easy drive from Phoenix yet the temperatures in summer would be at least 10 degrees less making it a nice escape. Definitely the most expensive time I would think.
Erin – I love the Hotel Del too! In fact, I listed it as my pick for this story about the 10 Best Beach Hotels for Kids! http://142.4.10.17/~travelma/10-best-beach-hotels-for-kids/
Great article! I have never stayed at Enchantment but have always heard wonderful things about it. Another resort worth the splurge, in my opinion, is the Hotel Del Coronado on Coronado Island. You could stay somewhere else on the island, but it just wouldn’t have the same charm and history…it just wouldn’t be the same!