Sedona Summit Hotel Review: Sedona, Arizona

We have spent a LOT of time in Arizona because it's just so awesome.

If you’re passing through Sedona and looking for a great place to stay, look no further than the Sedona Summit Resort. It’s just southwest of town and right off Highway 89A. The location and the property are excellent.

Let us share our Sedona Summit Resort review with you.

Sedona Summit Resort Notes

As Diamond Resort members, we were able to get four nights free at the Sedona Summit Resort. We had recently stayed at the Bell Rock Inn for three weeks, so we were familiar with DRI properties and the area.

We did book two nights in a studio room on our own dime before they put us in a one-bedroom suite for our orientation. So we got to review two different room types.

The Location

Sedona Summit is located off of 89a, the highway that runs through the town of Sedona, and is nestled next to plenty of those gorgeous red mountain views. This resort is further out from the center of the city, making it perfect for people wanting less hustle and bustle -- though if you’re by the street, it’s almost always busy.

If you enjoy hiking and beautiful sunsets, this is the perfect location to get outside and drink in the majestic scenery. Our studio room was a couple of hundred yards from several trailheads. The one-bedroom overlooked the valley and mountains but was a longer walk to the trailhead. Either way, it’s fantastic because you won’t have to spend hours of frustration trying to find a parking spot.

The View

Our studio room overlooked the highway, so that wasn’t the best, but the view from our one-bedroom balcony was spectacular. When you stay at the Sedona Summit Resort, you likely won’t have grand views out the windows unless you’re at the back of the property, which I believe is an upgrade. But it’s certainly worth it.

The Property

The entire property was immaculate and well-maintained, with updated features and amenities. The main pool is charming and perfect for families, and the other pool areas are great as well. We didn’t spend time at the clubhouse or anywhere else, but given the state of everything else, it should be good.

The Rooms

The studio room was clean and nice, with updated features and decorations. The only downside was that it was small, so if you have a bit of gear to haul, it would be very cramped to stay in.

The one-bedroom suite was fabulous! Also, clean and updated features, this space was plentiful for our needs. It included an oversized tub and fireplace for the romantic types. Plus, the kitchen was large enough for cooking and enjoying meals. The best part - next to being with Donetta - was the balcony and views.

Even though the rooms were perfect, it’s important to remember that being outdoors in Sedona should be the focus.

The Price

The Sedona Summit Resort is pricy at the time of this writing. A studio room is $209 per night, while the one-bedroom suite is $249 per night. OUCH! But DRI members can use points or pay cash for way better rates.

When we stayed back in March 2021, the rates were a lot cheaper. I’m guessing the sudden surge in travel again, and the tourist season, increased the fees.

The Negatives

Aside from the current room prices, which we’d never pay ourselves, the only thing we hated about this stay was the lack of consistent WiFi. It’s better the closer you are to the lobby, but if you want to work or binge-watch Netflix, be ready to be frustrated. However, we can say that WiFi issues are widespread across Sedona, so we won’t entirely blame the resort in this situation.

Not the best photos, but a fantastic place to crash in Sedona.

Would we stay here again?

As I wrap up the Sedona Summit Resort Review, I’d definitely stay here again ... if the rates fit our budget. I truly loved the location in the outdoors, and not having to search for parking at the trailheads makes it worthwhile. And if you want to stay for free, consider doing a presentation. The money you can save is an excellent trade-off for an hour of your time.

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