TRANSPORTATION
If you are flying into the area, please fly into the Phoenix Airport (PHX). Sedona is two hours north of Phoenix, so please plan your arrival and departure flights accordingly. Note: It is not recommended that you fly into Flagstaff. Although closer to Sedona than Phoenix, at 7,000’ elevation Flagstaff can get snowed in occasionally, during the winter months.
A car is highly recommended and walking from your hotel to the retreat site is not recommended. Please note: there is no public transportation in Sedona and hotels do not have shuttle service.
If you’re not renting a car, there is a shuttle service from the airport in Phoenix: Sedona Phoenix Shuttle at 928-282-2066. Please make your reservations in advance and be sure the shuttle will drop you directly at your hotel or somewhere very close by.
RETREAT SITE
You’ll find more information about the Sedona Creative Life Center (SCLC), along with a map and accommodation suggestions at http://www.sedonacreativelife.com.
ACCOMMODATIONS
There are over 125 hotels in the Sedona area, for a listing of accommodations you can go to the Sedona Chamber of Commerce website at www.sedonachamber.com and click on “Sedona Visitor Info” and then click on “Where to Stay.”
If you would like assistance in booking a room in Sedona, please call Sedona Central Reservations at 800-445-4128. They are knowledgeable about all the hotels in Sedona and there is no charge to you for this service.
Following are some additional options:
| Sedona Motel |
| 218 Highway 179, Sedona, AZ 877-828-7187 or 928-282-7187 www.thesedonamotel.com |
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This is a very clean two-star motel, just one mile away from SCLC. Each room has a small fridge and microwave. Many restaurants are within walking distance. Prices start at $90.00 per night. |
| King's Ransom Inn |
| 725 Highway 179, Sedona, AZ 928-282-3132 www.kingsransominn.com |
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This two-star hotel is also just one mile away from SCLC. These modest rooms come with a continental breakfast daily and the adjoining King’s Ransom Hotel shares it’s pool/Jacuzzi. Many restaurants within walking distance. |
| King’s Ransom Hotel |
| 771 Highway 179, Sedona, AZ 928-282-715 www.kingsransomsedona.com |
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A very nice two-star hotel, again just one mile away from SCLC. They offer free breakfast daily and have large rooms and pool/Jacuzzi. Restaurant on site as well as many others within walking distance. Prices start at $115 per night. |
| Sky Ranch Lodge |
| 218 Highway 179, Sedona, AZ 928-282-7187 www.skyranchlodge.com |
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This two-star hotel is located at the top of Airport Mesa and offers spectacular red rock views and sunsets. Location is about three miles from SCLC. They have pool/Jacuzzi and the Airport Restaurant is within walking distance. Prices start at $90 per night. |
| Baby Quail Inn |
| 50 Willow Way, Sedona, AZ 928-282-2835 www.babyquailinn.com |
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This West Sedona two-star hotel is creekside with a natural/earthly ambience. Hotel is about five miles from SCLC. Close to restaurants and the local health food store. Prices start at $90 per night. |
| Sedona Springs Resort / Villas of Sedona / Villas of Poco Diablo |
| Sedona, AZ 866-469-8222 www.sedonaescape.com |
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Resort condos available in Sedona offer studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments which sleep 2-8 people. Each of these properties offers outdoor pool, hot tubs, barbeques, and fitness center. The units have air conditioning, Cable TV, VCR/DVD, full or partial kitchens, and porch or balcony. Visit the website for addresses and full details and book early so you don’t miss out. |
| Sedona Rouge Hotel & Spa |
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2250 W. Highway 89A, Sedona, AZ |
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This is a three-star resort located in West Sedona, just four miles from SCLC. The property has an elegant restaurant and luxurious spa and pets are allowed to stay as well. There is a grocery store and other restaurants within walking distance. Also be sure to check their promotions before booking. Prices start at $165 per night. |
| Sedona Bed & Breakfasts |
| Visit the website link above for more information |
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This website has many properties and price ranges to choose from. |
| Sedona Camping |
| Visit the website link above for more information |
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For a list of camp grounds go to this website and click on “Sedona Visitor Info,” then click on “Where to Stay.” |
MEALS
You are on your own for meals during the retreat. There are numerous restaurants at Tlaquepaque Plaza or in Uptown Sedona (both areas are less then half a mile from the retreat site. Food and drinks are not allowed in the retreat building, only water. The building will also be locked during the 2-hour lunch each day.
WEATHER
The weather in Sedona is variable. In our high desert climate, Summer can be very hot, Fall and Spring usually quite comfortable and Winter may bring snow and rain.
DRESS
Please dress casually with loose-fitting clothing and bring layers as the retreat room can be very warm or cool at different times of the day.
Since you’re making this investment in your releasing; please leave at home anything that will distract you from that purpose. This course is about YOU and about uncovering your power to be imperturbable. Please give yourself and others the opportunity to release without distractions.
We hope this information will help you in your preparations.