Enchantment
Best for outdoors-focused families and guests who want immediate trail access and casita-style rooms near Boynton Canyon.
Hotel comparison guide
Enchantment vs L'Auberge de Sedona
Enchantment is a 4.5-star, canyon-edge resort on 70 acres with casita lodging, family programs and direct trail access—best for active families and hikers who want seclusion. L'Auberge de Sedona is a 5-star, creekside luxury hotel in Uptown Sedona—best for couples and travelers who want a central, romantic Oak Creek setting.
Updated · about 8.5 miles (≈13.7 km) apart
L'Auberge de Sedona
Best for couples and travelers seeking creekside dining, a central Uptown location near galleries and short walks to restaurants and shops.
Quick Verdict: Enchantment vs L'Auberge de Sedona
When Enchantment wins: Choose Enchantment if you want immediate access to Boynton Canyon trails, casita-style accommodations spread over a large property, family-friendly programming (Camp Coyote), and Mii amo spa access reserved for in-house guests ages 16+.
When L'Auberge de Sedona wins: Choose L'Auberge if you want a compact, romantic stay on Oak Creek close to Uptown Sedona, creekside dining at Cress on Oak Creek, and the convenience of being steps from galleries and shops. The property’s creekwalk and creek-side cottages set a different tone than canyon seclusion.
Bottom line: Both are luxury Sedona choices but serve different priorities—Enchantment for a trailhead, active, family-oriented canyon escape; L'Auberge for a more intimate creekside, Uptown experience for couples and centrally placed visitors.
Enchantment vs L'Auberge de Sedona – At a Glance
| Category | Enchantment | L'Auberge de Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Canyon-focused resort spread across 70 acres with casita-style lodging and on-site outfitter | Luxury boutique hotel on Oak Creek with creekside cottages and intimate public spaces |
| Location | Boynton Canyon, set beside trailheads and 5–9 miles from central Sedona | Uptown Sedona on Oak Creek, steps from Tlaquepaque and Gallery Row |
| Size | 218 casita-style guestrooms across one floor and ~70 acres | 88 individually decorated guestrooms and cottages (single-level property) |
| Ages / audience | All-ages resort; children’s program and family amenities; spa/fitness areas for 16+ | All ages; family-allowed but often chosen for romantic getaways |
| Pools | Two outdoor pools, one wheelchair-accessible, poolside bar and loungers | One outdoor pool, hot tub, and pool sun loungers |
| Restaurants & bars | Che Ah Chi (signature), Tii Gavo (casual Southwest), The Edge (poolside) and The Market (grab-and-go) | Cress on Oak Creek (American, creekside), plus one other restaurant and a bar/lounge; room service (limited hours) |
| Spa & wellness | Access to Mii amo destination spa (onsite partner) with treatments and fitness studios; spa access restricted to 16+ and to staying guests | Full-service spa with treatment rooms and hot tub; reservations required for treatments |
| Known for | Direct trail access (Boynton Canyon Trail), guided outdoor activities and a destination spa experience | Creekside dining and romantic Oak Creek setting near Uptown galleries and Tlaquepaque |
| Event & wedding facilities | Multiple ballrooms and outdoor ceremony spaces; large meeting/event capacity | Meeting rooms and wedding services; smaller-scale, creekside venues |
| Accessibility & practicalities | Free self-parking, mandatory resort fee noted, shuttle and Volvo rental options reported | Valet parking (surcharge), on-site parking, complimentary WiFi, express check-out |
Location: Boynton Canyon vs Oak Creek (Uptown)
Enchantment – Location
Enchantment sits on 70 acres at the Boynton Canyon trailhead, well outside central Sedona.
- Direct access to Boynton Canyon Trail right outside the resort gate.
- Several iconic hikes (Devil’s Bridge, Fay Canyon) are a short drive away.
- Approximately 5–9 miles from central Sedona depending on source; expects guests to have a car for wider exploration.
Best if you want trail access and canyon seclusion rather than walking to Uptown shops.
L'Auberge de Sedona – Location
L'Auberge is on Oak Creek in Uptown Sedona, within easy walking distance of galleries and Tlaquepaque.
- Centrally located: about a 2-minute drive to Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village and minutes to Uptown galleries.
- Located on the creek with walkways to the water and creekside dining at Cress on Oak Creek.
- Neater base for short walks to restaurants, galleries and local services without a long drive.
Best if you want a central base near Uptown dining, shops and creekfront ambience.
Rooms: casitas and suites vs lodge rooms and cottages
Enchantment – Rooms
Enchantment offers 218 casita-style rooms and suites designed to set guests into the canyon landscape.
- Room types include Room (Casita), Studio (Casita), multiple Junior Suites and 1- and 2-bedroom Suites.
- Casita layout emphasizes privacy and low-rise spread across the property.
- In-room amenities and on-site dining options support longer stays and family needs.
Choose Enchantment for roomy casitas and multi-bedroom suites set across a large property.
L'Auberge de Sedona – Rooms
L'Auberge has 88 individually decorated guestrooms, cottages and suites, including spa and vista cottages.
- Room types include Cliffs King, Cottage (Spa Cottage), Cottage (Garden Cottage), Suite (Spa Suite) and Cottage, 2 Bedrooms.
- Many rooms are creekside or offer creek access; rooms are individually decorated.
- Smaller overall room count gives a more intimate feel than a large resort.
Choose L'Auberge for smaller, individually styled rooms—many with creekside character.
Dining & drinks: signature restaurants
Enchantment – Dining & drinks
Enchantment provides several on-site dining concepts from signature to casual and poolside.
- Che Ah Chi — the resort’s signature restaurant with modern American cuisine and an award-winning wine list.
- Tii Gavo — casual Southwestern dining with canyon views and an outdoor fire pit.
- The Edge — poolside dining; The Market — grab-and-go coffees, pastries and sandwiches.
Better if you value varied on-site dining anchored by a signature restaurant and pool options.
L'Auberge de Sedona – Dining & drinks
L'Auberge focuses on creekside dining and a restaurant recognized for American cuisine.
- Cress on Oak Creek is the primary creekside restaurant serving American cuisine; reservations recommended.
- Room service is available during limited hours; the property has a bar/lounge for drinks.
- Close walking distance to Uptown restaurants and Tlaquepaque for off-property dining options.
Better if creekside meals and quick walks to Uptown restaurants matter more than multiple on-site venues.
Pools & signature amenity: poolside canyon vs creekside setting
Enchantment – Pools & signature amenity
Enchantment’s two outdoor pools sit against red-rock canyon views and include a poolside bar.
- Two pools with umbrellas, loungers and one wheelchair-accessible pool.
- Poolside bar and The Edge pool dining concept for lunches and cocktails.
- Pools are family-friendly and open to all ages; one pool recently renovated per sources.
Pick Enchantment for open-air pools set into canyon scenery and family-friendly pool days.
L'Auberge de Sedona – Pools & signature amenity
L'Auberge offers a single outdoor pool plus hot tub and emphasizes Oak Creek access and creekwalks.
- One outdoor pool and a hot tub with pool sun loungers.
- Walkways to the water and many creekside guest rooms and terraces.
- Creekside settings and terraces create a quieter, more intimate water experience than a resort pool complex.
Pick L'Auberge for creekside ambiance and intimate poolside moments by Oak Creek.
Wellness & nightlife: Mii amo spa vs on-site spa and central evenings
Enchantment – Wellness & nightlife
Enchantment guests use the Mii amo destination spa and a fitness studio with group classes.
- Mii amo is a separate destination spa open daily (6:00 am–10:30 pm) and reserved for staying guests; communal areas and some services limited to 16+.
- Complimentary group fitness classes (yoga, Pilates) and Fitness and Movement Studio access for guests 16+.
- Nightlife on property is low-key—lounge spaces like View 180 and live music at Che Ah Chi on select evenings.
Better for scheduled wellness programs, an on-property destination spa experience, and low-key evening options.
L'Auberge de Sedona – Wellness & nightlife
L'Auberge offers spa treatments, a hot tub and easy evening walks to Uptown dining and bars.
- Full-service spa treatment rooms and a hot tub; reservations required and spa access often by reservation.
- Proximity to Uptown Sedona means more off-property evening options — galleries, bars and restaurants within a short walk.
- On-property evenings are typically relaxed and creek-focused rather than lively nightlife.
Better for short, romantic spa treatments plus effortless evenings walking to Uptown restaurants and bars.
Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style
Enchantment
Enchantment — direct Boynton Canyon trail access, Trail House outfitter and guided hiking/biking options.
L'Auberge de Sedona
L'Auberge de Sedona — creekside cottages and Cress on Oak Creek make it a top pick for couples.
Enchantment
Enchantment — supervised childcare, Camp Coyote and family-friendly pools and activities.
L'Auberge de Sedona
L'Auberge de Sedona — central location near Tlaquepaque and Gallery Row for walking to shops and galleries.
Frequently asked questions
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Which hotel is closer to Sedona’s Uptown and galleries?
L'Auberge de Sedona is in Uptown, within easy walking distance of Tlaquepaque and Gallery Row; Enchantment is several miles outside town near Boynton Canyon.
Which property is better for hikers?
Enchantment is better for hikers—its property sits at the Boynton Canyon Trailhead and offers on-site outfitter services and guided hikes.
Can non-guests use the Mii amo spa at Enchantment?
No. Mii amo’s communal amenities and treatments are restricted to guests staying at Enchantment or Mii amo; there are no day passes or walk-ins for the spa.
Which is better for a romantic weekend?
L'Auberge leans more romantic because of creekside cottages and creekwalk dining; Enchantment can be romantic too, but it’s larger and more family-oriented.
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