Is Enchantment worth it? Honest pros and cons
Yes — Enchantment is worth it if you want direct access to Boynton Canyon hiking and a low-rise casita layout with on-site dining, two pools and a full-service destination spa (Mii amo) reserved for guests ages 16+. It’s less compelling if you need budget rates, full-board meals, or easy walkable access to Uptown Sedona.
In this guide
Location and setting
Enchantment sits at 525 Boynton Canyon Rd, Sedona, Arizona, on roughly 70 acres in Boynton Canyon with direct access to the Boynton Canyon Trail just outside the resort gate. That proximity makes it an attractive base for hikers and mountain-biking guests.
The resort is outside central/Uptown Sedona; sources list distances ranging from about 5.9 to 8.5 miles to Sedona’s center, so expect a short drive for downtown restaurants, shops and some trailheads.
- On-site access: Boynton Canyon Trail (trailhead at the gate)
- Nearby highlights: Devil’s Bridge, Fay Canyon, Cathedral Rock, Palatki and Honanki heritage sites
- Typical transport: car recommended; shuttle options and a 3-hour Volvo rental are mentioned for guests
| Nearby place | Typical travel from resort |
|---|---|
| Boynton Canyon Trail | Walk from the gate |
| Devil’s Bridge / Fay Canyon | About a 5-minute drive (source listings) |
| Uptown Sedona | Roughly 15 minutes by car |
Rooms and layout — casitas and suites
Enchantment’s accommodations are casita-style across a spread-out property with 218 rooms and multiple suite configurations. Typical room names include Room (Casita), Studio (Casita), Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Suite, 1 Bedroom, and several two-bedroom Suite options (Casa, Hacienda).
This low-rise, terracotta-casita layout gives more privacy than a single hotel tower, and many rooms have patios or terraces facing red-rock scenery. If you want a one- to two-bedroom configuration for families or groups, the property lists several specific Suite, 2 Bedrooms types.
- Exact room names: Room (Casita); Studio (Casita); Junior Suite, 1 King Bed; Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds; Suite, 1 Bedroom; Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Casita 1 King + 2 Queen); Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Casa 2 King); Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Hacienda 1 King + 2 Queen)
- 218 casita-style guestrooms across ~70 acres
- Many suites include fireplaces, living areas and terrace/patio spaces
| Room type | Typical bed setups |
|---|---|
| Room (Casita) | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Studio (Casita) | 1 Queen Murphy Bed |
| Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Casa 2 King) | 2 King Beds |
Dining and bars
Enchantment offers several on-site dining outlets: Che Ah Chi (signature, seasonal public access and reservations recommended), Tii Gavo (casual Southwest-inspired dinner with patio and fire-pit), The Edge (poolside dining) and The Market (grab-and-go café). In-Room Dining is also available.
Che Ah Chi lists set meal hours for breakfast, lunch and dinner; Tii Gavo’s dinner service is listed as starting in the mid-afternoon, and The Market handles quicker breakfast and lunch items. Reservations are recommended, especially for Che Ah Chi and Hummingbird at Mii amo.
- Che Ah Chi: breakfast, lunch and dinner (reservations recommended; seasonal public access noted)
- Tii Gavo: casual Southwest dinner with canyon views (bar and patio seating)
- The Market: pastries, sandwiches, salads, FreeForm coffee — grab-and-go
| Venue | Character / Notes |
|---|---|
| Che Ah Chi | Signature restaurant; modern American, seasonally open to public; reservations advised |
| Tii Gavo | Casual Southwestern dinner; patio and fire-pit |
| The Market | Grab-and-go café with pastries and coffee |
Pools, spa and fitness
The resort has two outdoor pools with loungers, umbrellas and a poolside bar; one pool is wheelchair-accessible. Pool areas were recently renovated according to listings, and poolside dining is served at The Edge.
The full-service destination spa is Mii amo — a separate spa facility on the shared property — and its communal areas and most fitness/thermal amenities are for guests age 16 and older. Mii amo requires that guests be staying on property to use the spa and that spa communal-area use is tied to treatment times.
- Two outdoor pools; one accessible pool
- Mii amo spa open daily (6:00 am–10:30 pm) — spa access reserved for Enchantment and Mii amo guests, ages 16+
- Complimentary group fitness classes (yoga, Pilates, strength) with premium private sessions available for a fee
| Wellness option | Access notes |
|---|---|
| Outdoor pools | Open to all guests; poolside bar and loungers |
| Mii amo spa | Open to Enchantment/Mii amo guests only; ages 16+ |
| Fitness classes | Complimentary group classes; schedule varies |
Families, pets and accessibility
Enchantment is family-friendly with supervised childcare and a kids’ program (Camp Coyote for ages 4–12) and offers child-focused activities. However, the Mii amo spa and some fitness facilities are reserved for guests 16 and older.
The resort is pet-friendly with detailed rules: up to two dogs per room (weight limit and fees apply), pets must be leashed in public areas and may not access restaurants, pools, the spa or fitness center. The property also includes wheelchair-accessible routes, public washrooms and an accessible pool.
- Camp Coyote: kids’ program for ages 4–12 (book 24 hours in advance)
- Pet policy: up to 2 dogs per room, weight limits and per-pet fee; some areas off-limits to pets
- Accessibility: accessible registration desks, paths, pool and meeting spaces
| Service | Notes |
|---|---|
| Kids’ activities | Supervised Camp Coyote (ages 4–12) |
| Pets | Dogs allowed with rules and fee; not allowed in public dining, pool or spa areas |
| Accessibility | Accessible pool, public washrooms and meeting rooms |
Costs, practicalities and who should book
Room rates do not include meals; dining is à la carte across outlets. A mandatory resort fee and a separate destination fee have been listed in some sources — travelers should confirm current resort-fee amounts when booking.
Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is 12:00 PM (noon). Guests must present a photo ID and credit card at check-in. Minimum-check-in-age listings conflict across sources, so confirm the current policy with reservations if that matters for your party.
- Check-in: 4:00 PM; Check-out: 12:00 PM (noon)
- Mandatory resort and destination fees are reported — verify current totals with the hotel or booking agent
- Reservations recommended for signature restaurants and spa treatments; Mii amo does not allow day passes
| Practical item | What to know |
|---|---|
| Meals | À la carte; The Market for grab-and-go; breakfast often charged separately |
| Spa access | Mii amo guests only; no day passes |
| Transport | Car recommended; shuttles and rentals may be available |
