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Sedona Without the Crowds: A Quiet-Season Itinerary for Our Arabella Guests

Sedona has a magnetic pull year-round, but those who know the destination best understand a secret: its most rewarding moments
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Sedona in Winter: Why January Is the Sweet Spot

Sedona is captivating year-round, but winter, particularly right after the holidays, reveals a quieter, more soulful version of our iconic
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New Year’s Eve in Sedona: Celebrating Under the Stars

Step away from the hustle and bustle of the bright lights and big cities, and experience a Sedona New Year
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Winter Wellness in Sedona: Yoga, Spa & Peaceful Escapes

Winter in Sedona is our secret season. This time of year brings even deeper hues to the red rocks, thanks
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Exploring Sedona’s Artisanal Shops & Local Markets Before the Holidays

As the golden hues of autumn settle over Sedona’s red rocks and the crisp air signals the season of giving,
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Thanksgiving in Sedona: Scenic Feasts, Outdoor Adventures & Relaxation

Thanksgiving in Sedona isn’t just about the feast. It’s about a change in seasons, a welcoming in of crisper air
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Spooky Sedona: Haunted Legends, Ghost Tours & Mysterious Vortexes

With its ethereal red rock beauty and inexplicable vortex energy, it may come as no surprise that Sedona does spooky
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Fall Colors in Sedona: Scenic Drives & Hikes to Catch the Best Views

If you’ve visited our blog before, you’ve likely seen our seasonal suggestions for our favorite hikes and sunset/sunrise views in
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Sedona Art Scene: Galleries, Murals, and Events

Sedona’s majestic red rock formations and ethereal light have long captivated the human spirit and served as a muse for
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Romantic Fall Getaways in Sedona

As summer’s relentless heat gives way to the crisp air and golden light of autumn, Sedona transforms. Our area’s iconic
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Labor Day Weekend in Sedona: Your 3-Day Adventure Itinerary

Labor Day weekend marks the perfect transition from summer’s peak heat to autumn’s gentle embrace, and we may be biased,
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Late Summer Hiking in Sedona: Trails with Shade, Streams & Views

As late summer settles over Arizona’s red rock country, we’ll admit, the desert heat can make hiking challenging. But, that
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How to Spend Two Great Days in Sedona

Anytime you’re in Sedona, of course, we at The Arabella hope you’ll stay as long as possible. Yet, we understand
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Sedona’s Best Stargazing Spots: What to See and Where to Stay

Sedona is a stargazer’s dream. As an International Dark Sky Community, Sedona takes celestial pursuits seriously … and is fortunate
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Best Sunrise and Sunset Spots in Sedona: Where to Catch the Most Stunning Views

Whether you’re an early riser or a night owl, Sedona has no shortage of spots to catch the sunrise or
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Cooling Off in Sedona This Summer

We’re biased, we know, but we love an Arizona summer. During these months, Sedona’s red rock landscape glows with fiery
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Exploring Sedona by Jeep: Off-Road Adventures for Every Traveler

If you’re seeking an adrenaline-pumping experience surrounded by jaw-dropping natural beauty, we have just the thing – an off-road Sedona
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Finding Serenity in Sedona

Whether you’re a longtime local or a first-time visitor, Sedona’s soulful beauty invites us all to pause, breathe, and reconnect
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Easter in Sedona: Family-Friendly Activities and Scenic Brunch Spots

As spring blooms in Sedona, the magnificent red rock formations are complemented by brilliant wildflower displays, lush streambeds, and just-right
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The Best Time and Trails to See Spring Wildflowers in Sedona

Spring in Sedona feels like magic, where the high desert comes alive with vibrant blooms, mild temperatures, and a peaceful
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Experience the Sedona Mountain Bike Festival

Chutes, drops, gnar, hucking … do these words mean something to you? If yes, then come join us at The
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Lace Up! Best Spring Hikes Near Sedona

Spring is fleeting in Sedona, that ideal time of year for outdoor adventures, when the temperatures are just right. The
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Top Hotels Near Sedona International Film Festival

Film buffs, take note! The Arabella is your home base for the 31st annual Sedona International Film Festival, held this
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Romantic Getaways: Valentine’s Day in Sedona

Love is in the air, and no more so than here at beautiful Arabella, where guests awaken to a lavish
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New Year, New Adventures: Exploring Sedona’s Trails in 2025

Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a casual nature lover, Sedona offers a variety of trails that cater to every
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10 Winter Activities in and Around Sedona, Arizona

We love our Sedona for its breathtaking red rock landscapes and serene desert beauty—but winter brings a unique charm to
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Call Back the Light at Sedona’s Winter Solstice Celebrations

In Hopi tradition, it is believed that the thoughts you have and what you’re focused on at Winter Solstice sets
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See Out 2024 in Sedona

New Year’s Eve is right around the corner and Sedona has much in store for the enthusiastic reveler. From wild
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Make It an Artful Holiday

Everyone loves a heartfelt gift at holiday time. And it’s just as fun to give one. In Sedona, we have
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Dine Thankful in Sedona

Join us for your most relaxing Thanksgiving yet. With Sedona’s spectacular dining scene, you can leave the cooking and hosting
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Discover the Best Fall Hikes in and around Sedona, Arizona

Hikers in Sedona find their happy place each fall, as the temperatures drop to a comfortable level for outdoor activities
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Fall Festival Fun

Bring your most comfortable walking shoes and a warm sweater to Red Rocks Country this fall to be fully prepared
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Girls’ Getaway Guide to Sedona

If there’s a wedding on the horizon within your group of girlfriends, it’s the perfect time to plan a bachelorette
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Historical Hotspots Near Our Hotel

Wide open spaces, red rock landscapes as far as the eye can see, staggering sunsets … there’s no doubt about
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Superb Stargazing in Sedona

We have the Dark Sky designation taken care of … you just bring your love of the constellations. Grab your
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Hidden Trails for the Savvy Hiker

If you’ve never hiked in Sedona, it’s all new to you, yet we know the allure of an off-the-beaten-path destination
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Cool Off at Sedona’s Best Swimming Spot

When you stay at The Arabella, you have special access to one of the most sought-after summertime amenities – a
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Family Fun in Sedona, Arizona

Sedona boasts all the fun and special moments of which family memories are made. With nearly 2 million acres of
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Inspo for the Best Sedona Experience

Vacations are great, but sometimes the planning can become a headache. Let us take away the stress of making lists
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Experience Sedona’s Spiritual Side

Sedona’s natural beauty goes much deeper than the eye can see. Neuro-stimulating, red-rock scenery enhances creative thinking and problem-solving, while
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5 Top Things to Do in Sedona This Summer

Summertime is funtime in Sedona. Of course, with the area’s mild four-season climate, we can get outdoors to play any
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Don’t Miss These Sedona Sunset Spots

When it comes to staggeringly beautiful sunsets, we’re a bit spoiled here in Sedona. Rarely does an evening go by
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Getting Artsy in Sedona

It’s hard not to find one’s muse in a location as naturally striking as Sedona. With breathtaking Red Rock formations
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The Sounds of Sedona

Set your Sedona stay to song. Our region loves its music and offers a variety of festivals and venues where
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Top Sedona Hikes With Waterfalls

We love hiking … and we love waterfalls. And despite the arid landscape of the Red Rocks country around Sedona,
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Our Favorite Ways to Tee Off in Sedona

With fairways for all levels, incredible views and year-round playability, Sedona is a golfer’s dream destination. Traditional, tree-lined dog-leg designs
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“Shred the Red” at the Sedona Mountain Bike Festival

Mountain biking enthusiasts can spend three days celebrating their beloved hobby at the Sedona Mountain Bike Festival March 8-10, 2024.
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Let’s Go to the Movies

If you love movies as much as we do, visit Sedona between February 23rd and March 3rd for the highly
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Visit These Ancient Ruins Near Sedona

Are you a Natural History Buff that loves to explore and discover treasures from the past? Venture backward along Sedona’s
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In the Mood for Love?

At The Arabella, we love love. Proud to be one of the most romantic hotels for couples in Sedona, AZ,
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All Aboard Holiday Train Rides Near Sedona

Embrace the spirit of the season with a holiday train ride near Sedona, Arizona, and make your home base at
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Get Elevated on the Slopes at the Arizona Snowbowl

Winter is upon us and that means snow to our north. For skiers and boarders visiting Sedona, you needn’t go
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Lions, Tigers & Bears in Sedona? Oh, My …

On your next vacation, meet an American black bear named Mogie, a black leopard named Silhouette, a Burmese phyton named
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Where to Find Vortexes in Sedona, AZ

When it comes to the ways Sedona surprises visitors, it’s not simply the stunning natural beauty, friendly people, and array
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Join us for Sedona Events This Fall and Winter

Fall is the best season head north, and we are a top hotel perfectly located near the best events in
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Hit the Trails in Sedona, AZ

Saddle up for a fun-filled adventure ideal for first-timers, trail-savvy riders and families alike. Horseback riding is one of the
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Plan your Girls’ Getaway in Sedona, Arizona at The Arabella

It’s Wedding Season in the Desert, so now’s the time for that Bachelorette Girls’ Getaway before the Big Day! At
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The Arabella Is Your Hotel for Fall Activities in Sedona, AZ – from Hiking and Fishing to Leaf Peeping and Wine Tasting

Ah, those highly anticipated crisp days of autumn, when we can finally open our windows for some fresh cool air

Make a Splash in the Best Swimming Holes in Sedona, AZ

On a hot summer’s day in Sedona, a glistening swimming pool is the perfect paradise. Yet for those who relish
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Sip & Stargaze in Sedona, AZ

When the mercury rises during the daytime in Sedona, look forward to refreshingly cool evenings under the stars during The
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Spend a Day at Sedona’s Favorite Arts & Shopping Village

If you love art and boutique shopping, we know just the place for you to wile away several hours while
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Vacation Like a Local with Wine Tastings, Shopping, Desert Day Trips & More

From the best local events at our Sedona, AZ, hotel to insider info on the nearby festivals, our team at
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Go Pink for Adventure

Ready for some fun? Sedona’s famous red rocks have an adventure for every personality, and some of the very best
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Vacation with a Healthy Conscience

It’s easy to commit ourselves to preserving and protecting the environment when The Arabella is set in such a pristine
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Wine-ding Your Way Through Sedona, AZ

Of the Sedona, AZ resorts, we’ll come out and say it: The Arabella is considered one of the best hotels
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Don’t Leave Your Furry Friend Behind

The Arabella prides itself on being one of the most welcoming pet-friendly hotels in Sedona, AZ. We know that the
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Boutique Hotel Near Sedona, AZ Breweries

Sedona inspires outdoor adventures, and The Arabella, one of the most welcoming Sedona, AZ, hotels, is ideally situated for recreation
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Best Mexican Restaurants in Sedona, AZ

We here at The Arabella love great Mexican food, and thankfully, Sedona has ample choices on the culinary front (including
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Spring Activities in Sedona, AZ

Sedona is filled with many surprises – from amazing art galleries, to award-winning restaurants, to breath- taking views – there’s
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Live Music at The Arabella in Sedona, AZ

Sedona, Arizona is a popular destination known for its stunning red rock formations, spiritual energy, and dynamic arts scene. If

Sedona, AZ Hotel Offers & Deals

Arabella Hotel Sedona – Exclusive Sedona, AZ Hotel Offers & Deals Come enjoy the Sedona Red Rocks—among one of the
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Hotel Near Best Sedona Hiking Trails

Arabella Hotel Sedona – Hotel Near Best Sedona Hiking Trails Set amid awe-inspiring sandstone formations, near where the Mogollon Rim
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Romance Package at The Arabella Sedona

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, providing the perfect escape to the Arabella Sedona! Or maybe you have an
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Boutique Hotel Near Sedona, AZ Museums

Visit Local Museums While Enjoying the Warm Hospitality of The Arabella Sedona While you’re enjoying our wonderful on-site amenities; including