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Reviews of El Portal Sedona Hotel 4 stars

95 Portal Lane, Sedona, AZ 86336, United States

#2 of 48 hotels in Sedona

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 232 hotel reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    10
    Absolutely charming, private, garden setting. Fire pit, pool close by. Friendly staff. Well kept.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No complaints.

    Great! A selection of light, but filling breakfast items that were not cooked but easy, to go food, or to enjoy there.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    10
    Wonderful place to relax wonderful views, wonderful people wonderful food
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was up to par. Everything went well.

    It exceeded my expectations of this location all out beautiful and would go there again but for a longer stay everybody that worked there was marvelous

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    9.0
    Amazing!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The only negative was that the room was right off the lobby and there were people above us so a little noisy, however this is pretty normal when staying in any hotel.

    We were so excited to stay here and everything met our expectations. We had our dog with us which is why we picked this hotel. They were totally accommodating and the room allowed for us to let our dog out directly outside our room into a gated area which was very nice. There were snacks and the most delicious pastries in the morning. It is walking distance to many shops and restaurants, and it was just so adorable! We loved it!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything was perfect.

    Brilliiant boutique hotel. Super comfortable beds.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing at all!

    I loved this hotel in every regard. The hotel was charming and the location was perfect. I have been converted from where I used to stay. I will only stay at El Portal in the future.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    10
    Loved it. Book directly with hotel. Don’t use booking.com. Booking customer policy and service is worthless.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great experience in great boutique hotel that allows pets.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    9.0
    This is where you want to stay in Sedona
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Honestly, we really didn't find anything we didn't like.

    The location is absolutely perfect; easy walking distance of many nice restaurants and a lot of shopping areas. Steve Segner, the owner, who is heavily involved in the operation every day, and his knowledge and tips were invaluable. He gave us a route to the Grand Canyon that avoided much of the overabundance of tourists (like us!). He also directed us to the best and most scenic areas around Sedona, so we wasted very little time searching for things. The hotel itself is amazing, containing an unbelievable amount to art work, period furniture and antiques. Steve and his wife, Connie, have been collecting all their lives, and their collection is amazing. The hotel itself is a re-creation of a century-old inn, built around a central garden and fire pit and done so well that one would never know it is only 20+ years old. We spend a good deal of time just enjoying the hotel and its surroundings. Complimentary, snacks, sodas, excellent coffee, a very nice continental breakfast, etc.; there really wasn't much of anything we'd want done differently. You will love this place!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    10
    The place was the perfect western feel I was looking for to experience Sedona.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The location was perfect for us to walk to the shops and other locations.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    10
    Lovely.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really. The core are is crazy busy but this location does enjoy proximity plenty of lovely restaurants and boutiques. It’s a great hotel.

    It felt like staying with friends. Warm greetings, wonderful honor bar and complimentary offerings. Just wonderful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely beautiful and charming down to every last detail.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Ambience and serene environment

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    10
    Hi
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That we couldn't stay longer.

    We loved our stay at El Portal. It's a charming and welcoming stay. The outdoor fireplaces had the best smelling wood! They just don't make places like this anymore. Everyone that worked there treated us like family. We were close to shops, great restaurants and hiking trails. My daughter enjoyed the pool and hot tub access. The room was extremely comfortable, the bed, sheets were perfect and I loved soaking in the tub after long hikes. My husband was ready to move in. We'll be back!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    10
    One of my favorite hotels!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Well located. Beautiful property. Owners were very friendly and helpful. I feel it made our stay in Sedona!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    10
    Perfect in every way. THIS is what a vacation should be like.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very special property. Gorgeous architecture and decor.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    9.0
    Charming, wonderful, perfect!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Best accommodation for our entire trip. What a gem. The owners were incredibly friendly, we truly enjoyed our stay. You can tell they take exceptional care to all the fine details to make sure your stay in Sedona is wonderful (how could it not be?). The first day we showed up the property was hosting a historical society event we were attended (with great food). We loved the honesty bar with s’mores and sat outside both nights and enjoyed the fire. My son loved the fish, the chocolates, breakfast muffins, and we spent hours at the pool and hot tub. The room was clean and comfortable and the hotel is walking distance to restaurants and shopping. We couldn’t have picked a better stay all around.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    10
    MAGICAL
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    WOW this place blew my expectations out of the water! The hotel itself is in a perfect location. The room..wow. It was SO cozy and they really put effort into making you feel at home. They had a basket prepared for my dog with dog treats, blanket, and poop bags. The entire experience was magical and I wish we could've stayed longer. I highly recommend for anyone!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    9.0
    Unique, friendly and lovely hotel in great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/a

    Unique, friendly and lovely hotel in great location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    10
    Cute place, well located with awesome owners.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The property was quaint and close to a lovely landmark. Authentic adobe rooms. Innkeepers are fabulous, very helpful with a wealth of knowledge to help our stay go great.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    10
    Amazing stay for my wife's birthday. From the staff to the incredible room, we can't wait to go back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect location for shopping. We walked from the hotel to the shopping center in less than a 2 minute walk. Clean, cozy, quiet and worth a visit.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    10
    Stunning red rock view at Sedona’s most charming hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Authentic, super cozy stay! The property truly feels like a home, we loved all the little details that were so thought through in order for us to have a great stay.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Had extremely high expectations, one's that were absolutely blown by! 👍

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    8.0
    Beautiful, cosy stay with views downtown Sedona
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I slept on the sofabed which was far from comfortable! It seemed a bit old and worn out. Although plenty condiments were available for free, when you don’t eat sugary processed food, the options were non-existent

    I love the hotel’s design and atmosphere. It was a bit cool and the warm fireplaces in the lobby and our room were so comfortable and cosy. The ensuite room I booked for me and my mother in law was super spacious and cosy and I loved the views

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    10
    A truly amazing experience in glorious Sedona in a heart warming and beautiful hotel. We will be back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is basically my dream house. Everything you see is beautiful. Art on the walls, beautiful lamps….The lobby and the fireplace are so cosy with excellent reading material and conversationalists. Looking at the red rocks while having the beautiful breakfast is breathtaking. We were visiting family in Scottsdale over Christmas and needed some private time after a few weeks. Also we missed our cats….a case of serious fluff withdrawal….so seeing and meeting all those lovely dogs and peanut the cat was almost therapeutic. The owner and the staff are wonderful and Steve has amazing stories to tell. The fire pit and the entire yard are adorable. Fairylights, comfortable chairs and blankets….everything doesn’t just look beautiful, but feels cosy as well. The room was one of the most romantic rooms we have ever stayed in….brass bed, rocking chair, fireplace…..a dream come true. I would move in there, permanently, in a heart beat. We will definitely return ( and although I hate flying, I will gladly hop onto a plane for 11 hours to return to this gem of a hotel. My husband feels the same way,too.

    Stayed in January 2024

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