El Portal Sedona HotelvsAmara Resort And Spa
Both properties are highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, El Portal Sedona Hotel scores slightly higher than Kimpton Amara Resort & Spa. El Portal Sedona Hotel comes in at 88 with praise from 7 sources including Frommer's, Hideaway Report and Fodor's.
El Portal Sedona Hotel
95 Portal Lane, Sedona, AZ 86336
From $199/night
- Pet Friendly
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"This stunning hacienda is one of the most beautifully designed boutique hotels in the Southwest." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The posh, 12-room hacienda with exquisite Arts and Crafts furnishings is perfect for an intimate, low-key hideaway." Full review
Gayot
"An intimate and architecturally unique luxury inn."
The Telegraph
8.0
"El Portal complements the Sedona experience of rest, reflection and rejuvenation." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This discreet little inn is a beautiful blend of Southwestern and Craftsman style." Full review
Hideaway Report
90.0
"Hacienda-style bed-and-breakfast inn, located in the heart of town adjacent to the Tlaquepaque restaurants and galleries and less than two hours from the Grand Canyon." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Tucked away from the heart of Sedona, El Portal Sedona Hotel is an upscale hacienda-style property brimming with grandeur and boutique charm." Full review
Frommer's
"Californian transplants Connie and Steve Segner welcome travelers looking for a small, well-crafted luxury inn." Full review
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Gourmet breakfasts can be requested for an additional fee.
Amara Resort And Spa Show All Reviews
100 Amara Lane, Sedona, AZ 86336
From $183/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's
"At the Amara, next to gurgling Oak Creek, sleek rooms deviate from the usual Sedona look, with low-slung beds and work desks with ergonomic seating." Full review
Frommer's
"This boutique Kimpton property boasts views, an infinity edge pool, and stylish design—buildings are the same color as the surrounding red rocks so they blend into the landscape." Full review
Gayot
"Luxurious amenities, spa services and a beautiful Sedona backdrop."
The Telegraph
9.0
"Thoughtful amenities and bonus services included in resort fees make this ritzy retreat one of Sedona’s finest values." Full review
Jetsetter
"Secluded creekside boutique hotel with red rock views a short walk from Sedona’s uptown shops and restaurants." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Amara Resort & Spa in Sedona, Arizona is not only a great place to stay while traveling though Arizona's red rock country, it's a great place to dine as well." Full review
Frommer's
"It’s hip, it’s convenient, and it’s set beside lovely Oak Creek, hidden below the shops of Uptown Sedona above." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
3.0
"Located just north of the Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village, the Amara Resort & Spa features a more contemporary atmosphere than other Sedona resorts." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"A modern, Earth-inspired escape set along the calming Oak Creek Canyon...Amara's natural allures run the gamut: on-site mountain bike rentals, hot-air balloon outings, and an infinity pool"
Travel + Leisure
"High-end hotel fans shouldn't look past Amara, a hotel that maintains its rustic charm thanks to its rough edge exterior but still comes with plenty of luxury offerings inside like a full-service spa, oversized suites, and a glittering infinity-edge pool overlooking the verdant landscape"