Arabella Hotel Sedona is a budget-friendly lodging option in a town chock full of expensive hotels. This spot is located within walking distance from shopping center Tlaquepaque (a must-visit place brimming with boutiques that feels very European) and just a short ways from the center of Sedona's downtown. As you might have guessed, the hotel is also pet-friendly.
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| A warm welcome for my two dogs. |
It was recently remodeled and the dog-friendly rooms are all right next to a dog park featuring Sedona's red rock soil. I loved the convenience. Plus, the hotel's grounds make for a gorgeous setting for a dog walk. I've walked my dogs in too many drab parking lots and know this is a true pet parent perk. The hotel also has access to Margs Draw Trail, which is also pet friendly. I didn't get a chance to hike this, but I've read it's a fairly moderate hike.
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| Loved this on-site dog park. Sorry about the smudge. |
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| Nice view, huh? |
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| The hotel created a sunset vista view point, as you might have guessed from the sign. |
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| Here's the view you can get from your hike that starts at the hotel. It was cloudy on the day I went up there. |
As far as rates go, this is one of Sedona's more budget-friendly options with rooms costing a little more than $100 a night. But don't think that budget means you have to sacrifice.
The hotel has incredible views from the pool. I also liked the location. You're close to downtown without having to deal with the traffic.
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| Happy dogs on the bed! |
From the roadside, the hotel looks a little run down. But inside, the rooms are clean and modern. Although the bed felt a little old and a tad lumpy--I'm a hotel bed connoisseur--but every other detail felt right. For the price and location, it would be hard to top this hotel.
Bonus: Arabella's most famous attraction is Elote Cafe. The Mexican food here is phenomenal. I've never had anything I didn't like. Try the elote--a sweet and spicy corn dish that you can scoop up with chips. The margaritas are also pretty damn tasty. You'll usually have to wait for a table, but it's well worth it.
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| The famed and must-try elote appetizer. |
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| Elote Cafe also has great drinks. |
**Please note: my stay was comped. Opinions are my own.
