Ambiente stands among the red rocks of Sedona, an adults-only hotel built on the idea that the landscape should come first. Its 40 freestanding Atriums are raised above the desert, each a minimalist cube wrapped in floor-to-ceiling glass that turns the view through 180 degrees, so the interiors seem to fall away and the rock formations fill the room. Each Atrium has a rooftop deck for the daytime panorama and, after dark, for the night sky, which in Sedona is unusually clear. Conservation shaped the build: an ancient waterway on the site was restored and now runs through the grounds as a water feature. Forty1, the restaurant, cooks modern American food from organic ingredients grown in the Verde Valley, and Velvet Spa handles the rest. Trails lead straight from the property for hiking, and the team arranges jeep outings and mixology classes. There are no resort fees, and a hotel shuttle covers Sedona's airport and nearby sights.
- Nearest airport
- Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG), 19 Miles / 30 Kilometres
- Rooms
- 40 Atriums
Insider tip Climb to your Atrium's rooftop deck after dark; Sedona's skies are among the clearest anywhere, and the deck is built for it.
Why I choose it A striking piece of architecture that puts the red rocks at the centre of every room, for couples who want Sedona without the crowds.