I´m pretty anal when it comes to booking hotels, now that I'm approaching my 40's. I was always ready to throw down a towel or jacket and sleep on train station floors (or outside train stations) for a free night's stay in my 20's. However, now, especially after a few hours of hiking in the Southwest sun, I need a place to feel pampered without feeling like I handed over my life's savings.

I would choose Southwest Inn again in a heartbeat! Set against the beautiful red rocks of Sedona, this hotel offers comfort, relaxation, great service, and wonderful breakfast (included...yay!) just a few minutes outside of the bustling, touristy town center along 89A. My boyfriend, who is very finicky, proclaimed this hotel "the best hotel we've stayed in so far" during our 1 week trip.

Our check-in went smoothly at the front desk. We entered our room, and were welcomed to coolness (the aircon was on, thank goodnes) and soothing music. The fireplace was tempting, but it was too hot to use it. The bathroom is spacious enough for two, with both a jacuzzi bathtub on the right, which we didn't use, and large shower on the left. The bed, facing the flatscreen TV, was big and comfy after a day of hiking the canyon. Although the hotel is along 89A (ours was right beside the the office on the first floor), we were not really bothered by traffic. We couldn't really hear anything at night.

Breakfast was a nice surprise. Lots of variety: fresh fruit, 4 different types of cereal, oatmeal, lots of different drinks, including coffee, hot chocolate, juices, toast, eggs and sausage you can heat up yourself, and, best of all, a waffle maker with the batter all measured for you! There is also small library with books and magazines there, and USA today is available every morning in the front office.

There are 3 computer stations with internet (freealicious) by the cafeteria, which was a big bonus for my business man. Printing is available, too. You just have to pick up your stuff at the front desk.

Some tips: D'lish, a vegetarian place just a 1-2 minute walk from the hotel, serves up veggie dishes from 11-8 everyday. WONDERFUL!!!!! The Barking Frog, a few minutes further away by car, was recommended, but I would just say it was "OK".

Definitely hike Red Rock Canyon. Incredible scenery. Entrance fee is 8 dollars, I think. Drive up to Jerome to check out the old minery and have lunch at Grapes after shopping around the charming little town. Wonderful food there. If you have some extra money, you can check out the scenery with Red Rock Balloons, a hot air balloon company. It was a little pricey, but was well worth it.

Overall, this hotel was a very pleasant surprise. We would definitely stay here again. We're already spreading the word to our friends here in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Can't wait to go back!

We had a great stay at the Southwest Inn at Sedona. The previous reviews are mostly accurate.

The Inn is spotless, the rooms are well looked after and as a guest so are you. The staff are wonderful and really do make you feel at home. The view is good although you do have to look over the parking lot (but this is not an issue in my opinion). The breakfast is well presented and offered good variety. There is computer and free internet in the breakfast room above reception and free wireless access throughout the property. Rooms have very comfortable beds, great flat-screen tvs and DVD players (with DVDs available from reception). The 89A is nearby and you can hear the cars early in the morning but this is a minor intrusion to an otherwise perfect place to stay.

The Southwest Inn at Sedona is a fabulous place to stay. It is small enough to have a very personal and bed and breakfast feel but with all the amenities of a larger more expensive hotel. The location is great being close to the heart of Sedona but just out of the major congestion. I will definitely stay there again the next time I visit Sedona.

Stayed two nights in May 2008.

We had a quite clean comfortable suite with a view which was located far away from 89A.

Caution: Rooms near the 89A could be noisy since we heard the road from our balcony.

Friendly staff.

Included buffet breakfast was passable.

Loved the location - a mile or so from the commercialized tourist trap of downtown Sedona.