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Outbound Sedona
- Location: Sedona, Arizona, United States
- Why it’s notable: Outbound Sedona will open just outside Uptown with red rock views, two tiered pools, hot tubs, and a new restaurant serving wood-fired meats, seasonal vegetables, and prickly pear desserts. The rooms range from bunks to suites with fireplaces, and the spa adds a cold plunge, dry sauna, and adults-only pool.
- Type of traveler who will love this hotel: Hikers and road-trippers who want a desert base with amenities.
- What’s nearby: Minutes from Sedona’s famous vortex trails and scenic loops, the property sits close to Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, and the network of paths that weave through Coconino National Forest. Uptown Sedona’s galleries, cafés, and casual eateries are an easy ride away, and excellent stargazing spots dot the high-desert horizon once the sun sets.
- Opening: May 2026