Amara Resort and Spa

Uptown Sedona · Sedona

Amara Resort and Spa 1

Axel’s take

Amara pairs attentive service and red-rock scenery with Uptown convenience, but extras add up.

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Axel’s rating: 8.5/10 · a compact, upscale 4-star spa resort in Uptown Sedona

Amara is a compact, upscale 4-star resort beside Oak Creek, tucked below Uptown Sedona’s shops and restaurants. It’s a strong pick for couples who want sightseeing convenience without staying directly on the busy strip. Recent Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise clean, comfortable rooms, helpful staff and SaltRock’s food. The heated infinity pool, hot tub and spa give you good reasons to linger between hikes.

The trade-off is resort pricing without sprawling resort facilities, and mountain views depend on the room category. The steep uphill approach makes the hotel’s golf-cart rides useful. A percentage-based resort fee adds to the bill; parking information is contradictory, so confirm charges. August 2026 guests also reported courtyard construction beside the pool; completion remains unverified. We’d skip it for extensive facilities or guaranteed uninterrupted quiet.

Rooms
Comfortable rooms with varied outlooks; book a designated red-rock-view category for mountain scenery.
Cleanliness
A consistent strength across recent Tripadvisor and Expedia reviews.
Service
Friendly, attentive staff and helpful valet teams receive repeated praise.
Amenities
Heated infinity pool, hot tub, full-service spa, steam rooms, small gym and SaltRock restaurant.
Fees and surprises
Percentage-based resort fee; official parking wording conflicts, dogs cost extra, and no pet-free rooms are offered.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Reddit. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

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The location

100 Amara Lane, Sedona

Beside Oak Creek below Uptown; shops are close, but the uphill walk is steep.

Amenities and check-in

Heated infinity pool, hot tub, full-service spa, steam rooms, small gym and SaltRock restaurant.

Check-in

after 4:00 PM

Check-out

before 11:00 AM

  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast (extra charge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Fitness center (free)
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Amara Resort and Spa — Sedona, United States

Amara Resort and Spa is a compact, upscale 4-star spa resort in Uptown Sedona in Sedona, United States.

Address: 100 Amara Lane, Sedona. Property ID: 1316417.

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/sedona/amara-resort-and-spa-1316417

Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com

Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.

StayAxel totalExpedia or Booking.comDifferenceSeenLinks
Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights$1,227$1,834 on Booking.com$607 less (33%)Nov 3Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms
Nov 27 to Nov 29, 2026 · 2 nights$1,269$1,695 on Expedia$426 less (25%)Oct 30Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms
Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights$735$939 on Booking.com$204 less (22%)Nov 5Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms
Jan 1 to Jan 3, 2027 · 2 nights$1,154$1,423 on Expedia$269 less (19%)Nov 2Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms

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Axel private rates

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Total price: $814 USD

2026-11-30 to 2026-12-03 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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USD · 2 adults · 1 room. One-night and two-night totals for each check-in date. Open a date for other lengths and exact checkout dates.

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November 2026

Check-inAxel private rates (USD)
2026-11-06View stay prices
2026-11-07$762 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,288 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-08$526 for 1 night · 2 nights $965 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-09$439 for 1 night · 2 nights $893 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-10$454 for 1 night · 2 nights $895 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-11$441 for 1 night · 2 nights $919 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-12$478 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,046 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-13$568 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,226 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-14$658 for 1 night · 2 nights $986 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-15$328 for 1 night · 2 nights $676 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-16$348 for 1 night · 2 nights $680 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-17$332 for 1 night · 2 nights $657 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-18$325 for 1 night · 2 nights $648 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-19$323 for 1 night · 2 nights $805 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-20$482 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,010.50 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-21$528.50 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,103.50 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-22$575 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,107 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-23$532 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,058 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-24$526 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,061 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-25$535 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,169 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-26$634 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,367 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-27$733 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,269 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-28$536 for 1 night · 2 nights $820 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-29$284 for 1 night · 2 nights $558 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-30$274 for 1 night · 2 nights $538 · up to 14 nights priced

December 2026

Check-inAxel private rates (USD)
2026-12-01$264 for 1 night · 2 nights $540 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-02$276 for 1 night · 2 nights $619 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-03$343 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,091 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-04$748 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,227 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-05$479 for 1 night · 2 nights $821 · up to 14 nights priced

#3 of 6 hotels in Uptown Sedona by Axel's take. Uptown Sedona is #1 of 4 places to stay in Sedona. The best hotels in Uptown Sedona, ranked · Where to stay in Sedona

Axel's take: 8.5/10

Amara pairs attentive service and red-rock scenery with Uptown convenience, but extras add up. a compact, upscale 4-star spa resort in Uptown Sedona, scored for what it is.

Amara is a compact, upscale 4-star resort beside Oak Creek, tucked below Uptown Sedona’s shops and restaurants. It’s a strong pick for couples who want sightseeing convenience without staying directly on the busy strip. Recent Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise clean, comfortable rooms, helpful staff and SaltRock’s food. The heated infinity pool, hot tub and spa give you good reasons to linger between hikes.

The trade-off is resort pricing without sprawling resort facilities, and mountain views depend on the room category. The steep uphill approach makes the hotel’s golf-cart rides useful. A percentage-based resort fee adds to the bill; parking information is contradictory, so confirm charges. August 2026 guests also reported courtyard construction beside the pool; completion remains unverified. We’d skip it for extensive facilities or guaranteed uninterrupted quiet.

  • Best for: couples mixing hikes and spa time; first-time Sedona visitors; travelers wanting Uptown dining nearby

  • Watch out for: steep hill to Uptown; resort fee and unclear parking charges; confirm courtyard construction has finished

  • Location: Beside Oak Creek below Uptown; shops are close, but the uphill walk is steep.

  • Rooms: Comfortable rooms with varied outlooks; book a designated red-rock-view category for mountain scenery.

  • Cleanliness: A consistent strength across recent Tripadvisor and Expedia reviews.

  • Service: Friendly, attentive staff and helpful valet teams receive repeated praise.

  • Amenities: Heated infinity pool, hot tub, full-service spa, steam rooms, small gym and SaltRock restaurant.

  • Fees and surprises: Percentage-based resort fee; official parking wording conflicts, dogs cost extra, and no pet-free rooms are offered.

Axel's opinion of Amara Resort and Spa, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Reddit. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

About Amara Resort and Spa

  • Property type: Resort
  • 4-star hotel
  • Kimpton Hotel & Restaurant Group
  • 100 Amara Lane, Sedona
  • Amenities: Outdoor pool, Hot tub, Breakfast (extra charge), Restaurant, Bar, Fitness center (free), Spa, Parking (free), Valet parking, EV charger, Local shuttle, Pet-friendly (free), Dogs allowed, Full-service laundry, Accessible elevator, Accessible pool, Wi-Fi (free), Wi-Fi in public areas, Business center, Meeting rooms
  • Check-in from: 16:00
  • Check-out by: 11:00
  • City page: Hotels in Sedona

Room types

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Source: ETG room descriptions.

Economy room

Economy Single room

Economy Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Standard room

Standard room with bay view

Standard room with city view

Standard room with courtyard view

Standard room with garden view

Standard room with lake view

Standard room with mountain view

Standard room with pool view

Standard room with water view

Standard room with view

1 Bedroom Standard room

Standard Single room

Standard Single room with courtyard view

Standard Single room with view

1 Bedroom Standard Single room

Standard Triple room

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Quadruple room with view

Standard Family room

Standard Single room (single bed)

Standard Double room (full double bed)

Standard Double room with bay view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with city view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with courtyard view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with garden view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with lake view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with mountain view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with balcony (full double bed)

1 Bedroom Standard Double room (full double bed)

Standard Double Family room (full double bed)

Standard Twin room (twin beds)

Standard Twin room with view (twin beds)

Standard Triple room

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Quadruple room with courtyard view

Standard Quadruple room with pool view

Standard Quadruple room with balcony

Standard Quintuple room

Standard Sextuple room

Standard Quadruple Family room

Business room

Business Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Superior room

Superior Single room

Superior Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Deluxe room

Deluxe Quadruple room

Deluxe Double room (full double bed)

Deluxe Double room with city view (full double bed)

Deluxe Quadruple room

Executive room

Executive Double room with partial sea view (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Premium room

Premium Quadruple room

Classic room

Classic Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Grand room

Grand Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Junior Suite

Single Junior Suite

Single Junior Suite (single bed)

  • Beds: single bed

Double Junior Suite (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Junior Suite (sofa)

  • Beds: sofa

Standard Junior Suite

Standard Double Junior Suite (full double bed)

Suite

Suite with view

Suite with balcony

1 Bedroom Suite

Single Suite

Single Suite with view

1 Bedroom Single Suite

Triple Suite

Family Suite

Single Family Suite

Single Suite (single bed)

Double Suite (full double bed)

Double Suite with view (full double bed)

1 Bedroom Double Suite (full double bed)

Double Family Suite (full double bed)

Twin Suite (twin beds)

1 Bedroom Twin Suite (twin beds)

Triple Suite

1 Bedroom Triple Suite

Quadruple Suite

Quadruple Family Suite

Standard Suite

Standard Single Suite

Superior Suite

Superior Double Suite (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Deluxe Suite

1 Bedroom Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Single Suite

Deluxe Family Suite

Premier Suite

Executive Suite

Grand Suite

1 Bedroom Grand Suite

  • Bedrooms: 1

Apartment

Studio

Single Studio

Double Studio (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Standard Studio

Deluxe Studio

Cottage

Deluxe Cottage

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