Where to Stay
in Sedonathe short, factual version

Uptown, West Sedona or Village of Oak Creek?

The deciding factor is whether you want to park the car for the weekend or use it every day.

Choose Uptown if

You want dinner, coffee and shopping on foot. You have a group that will split up during the day. You would rather not drive after a glass of wine. Uptown is also where the trolley tours depart, which matters if anyone in the group is not hiking.

Choose West Sedona if

You prefer the residential areas and western trail network. Compare the individual home’s location and access.

Choose Village of Oak Creek if

You want a base near Bell Rock, Village restaurants and golf. Compare Village of Oak Creek homes. Travel times depend on traffic and your destination.

Pools, swim spas and hot tubs

4 homes have pools. 3 have heated swim spas instead. 9 listings have a hot tub.

This distinction is worth getting right before you book. A swim spa is a compact heated unit sized for soaking and for swimming against a current. It is not a pool your group can splash around in. If that matters, the three in-ground pools are at Sedona Dream, Sycamore House, Vista House and Sedona Gecko Retreat.

• Sedona Dream 30×15 Heated Pool
• Sedona Epic Dream Endless Pool R500 Swim Spa
• Sedona Shangri-La
• Sycamore House 30×15 Heated Pool
• Grove House East 20-ft Heated Swim Spa
• Grove House West 20-ft Heated Swim Spa + Splash Pad
• Uptown Estate Two Heated Swim Spas (20-ft each)
• Vista House 30×15 Heated Pool
• Sedona Gecko Retreat 30x15 private heated pool with waterfall

Sedona summers run hot and dry, so water changes the shape of the day: hike at sunrise, cool off through the afternoon heat, head out again in the evening. If you are visiting between May and September, treat it as a requirement rather than a luxury.

Uptown EPIC is the combined booking of the two Grove homes, so it carries both of their swim spas and both hot tubs. Sedona Shangri-La takes a different approach entirely, pairing a hot tub with an infrared sauna and a cold plunge for guests who want contrast therapy over swimming.

Saunas and cold plunge

3 published listings have saunas; check each home for the type.

• Sedona Dream Almost Heaven barrel sauna. Finnish cedar, Harvia heater, seats 4
• Sedona Epic Dream Almost Heaven barrel sauna. Finnish cedar, Harvia heater, seats 4
• Sedona Shangri-La Almost Heaven barrel sauna. Finnish cedar, Harvia heater, seats 4

The distinction matters if you came for the recovery. The barrel saunas are traditional dry heat: Finnish cedar with a Harvia heater, reaching proper Finnish temperatures, seating four. An infrared sauna heats the body directly at a lower air temperature, and paired with a cold plunge it gives you the full contrast cycle. Sedona Shangri-La is the only home set up for that.

More on the wellness side of the collection is on the Sedona wellness rental page.

Best options for large groups

Compare homes by their maximum overnight capacity. The largest current listing sleeps 25.

Combined homes share inventory with their individual listings. Guest limits and restrictions on events apply to every reservation.

All 9 homes compared

Rates are starting nightly rates before taxes and fees, and move with season and demand. Ratings and review counts reflect guest reviews across booking platforms.

What it actually costs

Choose exact dates for a complete quote.

Nightly rates, cleaning, heating, pets, damage protection and taxes can vary by home. The table shows live starting rates where connected. Inquiry-only homes require host confirmation.

When to visit

• March to MayPeak season. Highs in the 70s and 80s. Book early, especially for spring break weeks.
• June to AugustHot and bright, highs often above 95. Best value, and the reason to want a pool. Afternoon monsoon storms arrive in July and clear fast.
• September to NovemberThe other peak. Comfortable days, cool nights, thinner crowds after mid October.
• December to FebruaryQuietest and cheapest. Mild by day, cold at night, occasional snow on the red rocks that photographs better than anything else all year.

Common questions

Which area should I choose?

Compare Uptown for access to shops and restaurants, West Sedona for the western trail network, and the Village of Oak Creek for Bell Rock and nearby golf. Walkability and travel times depend on the individual home.

Which homes have pools or swim spas?

4 published listings have pools and 4 have swim spas. Check the comparison table and property pages for sizes and heating terms. Combined listings share inventory with their individual homes.

Which homes suit a larger group?

Uptown Estate, Sedona Epic Dream, Grove House East, Sycamore House, Grove House West and Vista House. Respect each listing’s maximum overnight capacity.

How do I confirm pricing?

Rates change with dates. Use the selected home’s booking page or inquiry form for a complete quote including fees and taxes.

Which homes have saunas?

Sedona Dream, Sedona Epic Dream and Sedona Shangri-La. Check the individual listing for the sauna type and other wellness amenities.