El Portal Sedona Hotel is now a Certified Sustainable Business
El Portal Sedona Hotel is now a Certified Sustainable Business at the Conservationist/Bronze level from the Sustainability Alliance. It’s easy to feel at home in El Portal [...]
El Portal Sedona Hotel on First Friday Art Walk in October!
El Portal Sedona Hotel will present Anya Kouznetsov of Phoenix, Arizona on the October 4 First Friday Artwalk here in Sedona. A little about Anya... Anya Kouznetsov [...]
El Portal Sedona Hotel Showcases Landscape Painter Dawn Sutherland
Sutherland’s depictions of Sedona’s breathtaking scenery will be on display at El Portal for the October First Friday Art Walk. On October 4, 2019, El Portal Sedona [...]
Grand Canyon Trail Half Marathon
On Saturday, November 2, 2019, the Grand Canyon Trail Half Marathon takes place in beautiful Kaibab National Forest (just south of the South Rim of the Grand [...]
Sedona’s Fall Festivals & Events
Fall is a beautiful time of year in Sedona, filled with amazing festivals and events! This fall starts out with the fantastic 11th Annual Sedona WineFest! Come [...]
National Day of the Cowboy Celebrations in Sedona
Come and experience some cowpoke fun on Saturday, July 27 at The Sedona Historical Society as we celebrate National Day of the Cowboy with the vintage western [...]
Things to do in Sedona – Summer 2019
At El Portal Sedona Hotel we love to help guests with all kinds of activities and excursions. That is why we offer our guests unparalleled concierge services [...]
Crooked Figure Theatre Performs William Shakespeare’s “King Lear” at El Portal Sedona Hotel
El Portal Sedona Hotel is pleased to announce Crooked Figure Theatre’s return to Sedona July 26 and 27, 2019. Crooked Figure Theatre will perform William Shakespeare’s King [...]
Road Tripping Arizona’s Verde Valley
The Verde Valley is a lush region in central Arizona. The striking landscapes, the historical sites, the vineyards that line the Verde River all make this a [...]
Summertime in Sedona – and the Calendar is Full!
Visit Sedona this summer for family fun, inspiring events, fantastic festivals, and more! Summer starts early in Sedona, late May actually with a new event, the Red [...]
The Dos and Don’ts of Hiking with Your Dog
At El Portal Sedona Hotel, we rarely do this - have a guest blogger. But this is so up our alley, we just had to have Jen [...]
Spring Events in Sedona, Arizona
Spring has sprung, the grass is riz, I wonder where all the birdies is? Yes, spring is just around the corner - finally! It seemed a long [...]
Girls’ Trip Rocks at El Portal Sedona Hotel
If you are planning a girls’ trip, get out of your comfort zone and head to Sedona, AZ for an adventure. Sedona offers the best of food, [...]
2019 Events & Festivals in Sedona, Arizona
2019 rings in happy and eventful here in Sedona with numerous festivals and events. January gets underway with the Sedona Health and Nutrition Conference on January 17-18, [...]
Magical Holiday Event in Sedona
From December 13-16, 2018, Sedona Northern Lights, a holiday spectacular, will dazzle audiences and virtually transform Sedona’s landscape with the largest 3D projection mapping project to ever [...]
A Sedona Mountain Christmas
Have a Sedona Mountain Christmas with us at El Portal Sedona Hotel. With all the holiday festivities in the area, the memories made will be treasured forever. [...]
Sedona, Arizona for the Holidays
The holidays light up Sedona! There are activities and events for everyone in the family, from baby to granddaddy! Visit Sedona this holiday season for all the [...]
Off the Beaten Track: Hiking the Unusual in Sedona
With its diverse selection of hiking trails, Sedona, Arizona is a mecca for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. The area’s strikingly beautiful landscape is etched with trails of [...]
Celebrate Dia de los Muertos in Sedona!
Celebrate Mexico’s most time-honored celebration, Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) here in Sedona. This family-friendly festival, now in its eighth year Tlaquepaque Arts and [...]
Sedona Fall Open Studios Tour
Working artists in the Verde Valley will be opening their private studios to the public for the Sedona Fall Open Studios Tour, which will be held the [...]
The 14th Annual Sedona Plein Air Festival
En plein air is a French term that translates literally as “in the open air.” The term “plein-air painting,” as it is currently used, usually refers to paintings [...]
October Brings Art to Sedona
Fall not only brings about a plethora of color and changing landscapes to Sedona, but a variety of festivals and fun as well! Reserve your room today [...]
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Create Your Sedona, Arizona Adventure
"Create" - to bring into existence; to produce through imaginative skill; to produce or bring about by a course of action or behavior; cause or occasion. (Miriam [...]
Experience Our Native American Culture in Sedona
The Sedona area is one of the best places in Arizona to experience American Indian culture. At El Portal Sedona Hotel we offer our guests unique concierge [...]
El Portal Sedona Hotel Receives 2018 AAA Accolades
Not only has El Portal Sedona Hotel received the prestigious AAA Four Diamond Hotel Award for 2018, but also Inspector's Best of Housekeeping as well as Inspector's Best of Wow [...]
Crooked Figure Theatre Returns to El Portal Sedona Hotel
El Portal Sedona Hotel is pleased to announce Crooked Figure Theatre’s return to Sedona August 3 and 4, 2018. William Shakespeare’s King Lear is the story of [...]
Sedona Heritage Museum – Caretakers of Sedona History
The Sedona Heritage Museum, a lovely and historical center, gives visitors an eye (and an ear) into the history of the Sedona area. But it offers much more [...]
What Makes El Portal Sedona One of Northern Arizona’s Ultra-Luxury Hotels?
When traveling to stunning Sedona, Arizona, visitors have numerous options for great places to stay. But El Portal Sedona Hotel—an ultra-luxury hotel nestled in the heart of [...]
Hike Safely in Sedona’s Summer Heat
Hiking Sedona's red rocks is a "spiritual" experience - no matter what the season. But with summertime temps reaching the mid to high 90s F (low to mid 30s C), [...]
Fireworks – Tips for Keeping Your Furry Friend Calm & Safe
You've got to love long weekends, but with them come fireworks. Now, they are great fun and excitement for us humans, but not for our canine companions. Fireworks [...]
El Portal Sedona Hotel – It’s all about the Personal Connection
Sedona is an iconic area where you can truly immerse yourself in the beauty of the west, sadly many people simply pass through, taking a few photos [...]
Key Considerations in Planning a Pet-Friendly Vacation Adventure
For many people, pets are a vital part of the family, and the special bond shared with them is as close as the ones shared with human [...]
Sedona Open Studios Tour – A Spring Event
At El Portal Sedona Hotel we love the art here in Sedona, and the Open Studios Tour is a wonderful event for visitors and locals alike. Here's [...]
Five Reasons to Visit the Grand Canyon Now
Let's get right to it...here are our five reasons why you should visit the Grand Canyon now... This Natural Wonder is magnificent in winter. With a soft blanket [...]
Sedona’s Art Scene – Outstanding. Diverse. Exceptional.
The Sedona has a thriving arts scene, it has grown into what the New York Times refers to as “A new west enclave of galleries.” Fascinating landscapes and breathtaking beauty [...]
The Zukerman Trio Comes to Sedona!
Composed of world-renowned violinist Pinchas Zukerman, cellist Amanda Forsyth, and pianist Angela Cheng, the Zukerman Trio captivates audiences as it tours the world each year. This special [...]
Bringing Philosophy Outdoors to the Majestic Natural Beauty of Sedona – Finding Meaning in Sedona’s Red Rocks
Sedona, Arizona has long been recognized as a mystical place ideal for soul-searching and revelation. Visitors from all over the world are drawn to the awe-inspiring beauty [...]
Sedona VegFest 2018
Healthy World Sedona presents the Second Annual Sedona VegFest January 20 & 21, 2018 at the Sedona Performing Arts Center, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Road. This [...]
10 Exciting Things to Do During December in Sedona
El Portal Sedona Hotel, we think these are a few exciting things to do on your trip to Sedona this December... The Nutcracker - performed by the Phoenix [...]
Sedona Northern Lights
Celebrate the spirit of the holiday season in Sedona with USA’s largest Projection Show on a natural canvas: Sedona Northern Lights. This incredibly massive holiday light show [...]
Fall Open Studios Tour Presented by The Sedona Visual Artists Coalition
At El Portal Sedona Hotel we love to keep visitors, guests, and locals all informed about events in the Sedona area. Next weekend is no exception...The Fall [...]
Give an Inspired Gift this Holiday Season
Looking for an inspiring gift? Give your someone special a gift certificate to El Portal Sedona Hotel this holiday season. The boutique hotel inspires imagination, beauty, serenity, [...]
10 Reasons to Road Trip Arizona’s Verde Valley in the Fall
In the Verde Valley - a lush region in central Arizona - autumn is a particularly vibrant season. From fall colors to historical sites to the vineyards [...]
Arizona State Parks & Trails – Best in the U.S.!
We would like to share this with you - our (Arizona's) State Parks System won the Gold Medal for the Best Managed in the USA by the [...]
Fabulous Sedona Festivals
Saturday, September 9 is the 45th Annual Fiesta del Tlaquepaque! From 11:00 am - 5:00 pm celebrate Mexican Independence Day with the heart pounding beats of Flamenco [...]
Sedona Vortexes – What Are They?
Time to test your "vortex" knowledge. What is a vortex? Are there different vortexes? What do they do? Where are they? How many vortex sites are [...]
Sedona: A Southwest Hidden Gem
With a population of only about 10,000 residents, the small city of Sedona is often overshadowed by more famous Arizona destinations like the Grand Canyon or Scottsdale [...]
The Chill Factor
Wondering where to keep cool in Sedona this summer? At El Portal Sedona Hotel we can help you. There are a myriad of ways to stay cool, [...]
Why Stay at El Portal Sedona Hotel?
We could list all the reasons why we think you should stay at El Portal Sedona Hotel, but we'd rather have our guests let you know...Here are [...]
Summer Excitement in Sedona, Arizona
Sedona truly is a magical, mystical city. With towering red rocks, brilliant night skies, and excitement galore! Here are just few things to do on your trip [...]
Enter El Portal Sedona Hotel’s Instagram Contest
To kick off summer, El Portal Sedona Hotel is having its first ever Instagram contest! The winner will be awarded a two nights stay in one of [...]
El Portal Sedona – Our Arts & Crafts Suite
Our Arts and Crafts Suite is just that - decorated in the popular Arts and Crafts style. This room provides guests with a calm, tranquil quality to enhance their Sedona [...]
Events in the Sedona Area
We are so fortunate to live in an area that has so many events, activities and festivals. There is always something to do, go, explore, discover here [...]
Sedona – a Dream Destination for the Solo Traveler
Traveling alone offers a special magic that is often lost when traveling with companions. Solo travelers are able to fully immerse themselves in their destinations and explore [...]
A Summer Surprise at El Portal Sedona Hotel
This August brings something new and unique to El Portal Sedona Hotel. Crooked Figure Theatre - a summer production company based in Northern Arizona University’s Theatre Department is [...]
Sedona Open Studios Tour is April 28, 29 & 30
This annual tour is a golden opportunity for art lovers to visit with professional artists in authentic working environments, as well as purchase art while enjoying the [...]
El Portal Sedona Hotel’s Famous Robes
Are now available for purchase! Whether you are a guest, have been a guest, or just love our robes, call 1.800.313.0017 or come into the hotel to [...]
Discover Sedona – a Spring Playground Among the Red Rocks
Sedona, Arizona is a treasure to discover at any time of year, but the small city bursts into life during the spring months. With average daytime high [...]
The Molesworth Suite #2
El Portal Sedona Hotel's Molesworth Suite is named for Western craftsman, Thomas Molesworth. This suite is in the "High Style Cowboy" design of the 1930's with a large armoire [...]
Arizona State Parks Celebrate 60 Years!
Our Arizona State Park system is celebrating 60 years! And there are six beautiful, historic, cultural and breathtaking parks in the Sedona area, making for fun outings and [...]
Two Firsts for Sedona in 2017
Sedona will be hosting two new events this year. The first Annual Sedona Stumble 5-mile Trail Run and the Sedona Food Truck Festival! Both events will be [...]
El Portal’s Suite 1 – The Adobe
El Portal Sedona Hotel's twelve spacious guest suites have been created in accordance with the simplicity and function of turn-of-the-century architecture, and feature the finest in modern amenities [...]
Visit Sedona this Winter and be Amazed!
The breathtaking red rocks are dusted with snow, sunny blue skies are speckled with frothy white clouds, and less people are visiting our gorgeous little city! Not convinced? Maybe [...]
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What to do in Sedona…National Forest Service Approved
Sedona offers a wide array of activities, events and festivals for visitors to experience. From art hikes to van tours, there is so much to do and [...]
Discover Southwestern Holiday Magic in Sedona
Enchanting at any time of the year, the small city of Sedona, Arizona transforms into a holiday wonderland between Thanksgiving and New Year’s. From captivating displays of [...]
Take a Walkabout in Breathtaking Sedona
The Sedona area is known for its many hiking trails, which allow on-foot exploration of the majestic red rock wonderland that makes the city famous. However, visitors [...]
High Country Puppy Rescue
Animals have always been an important part of life for El Portal Sedona Hotel owner Steve Segner, both personally and professionally, and this has continued into his [...]
Pre-Holiday Special at El Portal Sedona Hotel
Yes - it is true! Owner Steve Segner is offering a pre-holiday exclusive! Stay at El Portal Sedona Hotel for two consecutive nights and get the third night [...]
Autumn Colors of Sedona & Fall Festivities
With cooler temperatures on the horizon, the Sedona landscape changes with the rising and setting sun. Do you love fall, and the beauty the season brings? The [...]
Help the USFS Trail Fund with this Terrific Hiking Book!
Here is a great resource for 9 easy hikes in the Sedona area. Not only with the purchase of this handy book do you get a compact, [...]
Sedona, Arizona – Destination Art
Sedona Red Rock Artists Open Studio Tour October 22 and 23. A group of 27 professional artists in Sedona and Cornville are excited to open their private studios [...]
El Portal Sedona Hotel Made the List!
Of Thrillist.com's Most Unique Places to Stay in Arizona! And we can't agree more with author Lauren Topor* - "Travelers, take a break from the common corporate chains, [...]
September in Sedona
At El Portal Sedona Hotel we love this time of year - not only is the weather perfect, but it is time for the 8th Annual Sedona WineFest! Believe [...]
Mid-Week Summer Special – Receive Your Second Night 1/2 Off!
Time is running out to take advantage of our Summer Special! Stay Sunday through Thursday now – August 28, 2016, receive your second night at El Portal [...]
Past Guest Summer Special at El Portal
At El Portal Sedona Hotel, we want to say thank you to our past guests with a special just for you! To show our appreciation we are [...]
Sedona Red Rocks Music Festival – Rocking Sedona August 27-September 4!
If you love operatic and chamber music, then the Red Rocks Music Festival is for you! Now in its 15th year, the festival takes place August 27-September [...]
Discover Family Fun in Stunning Sedona Part II
We're back with part 2 of our suggestions for a family friendly Sedona vacation! With Sedona’s annual calendar packed with special events, visitors at any time of [...]
Discovering Family Fun in Stunning Sedona Part I
With its intense natural beauty, peaceful, spiritual vibe, and world-renowned outdoor activities, Sedona is not always considered a destination for family friendly fun. While it is true [...]
Hiking RULES!
You can read this two ways; one - hiking indeed does rule! OR the rules of hiking... Here are our top hiking rules to keep you safe [...]
Summer Safety for Pets
Ah summertime - sunshine, blue skies, birdsong, late sunsets, swimming, hiking, touring, just relaxing and having fun. Our pets love summer as much as we do! Here [...]
Five Reasons to Choose a Boutique Hotel for Personal Travel
Business travel is a necessity, but personal travel is an adventure. A well-planned leisure trip should provide the visitor with an authentic taste of the destination’s [...]
Cool Summer Fun in Sedona
As the summer months bring sweltering temperatures to many destinations in Arizona, Sedona provides a refreshing oasis of relatively mild weather and profound natural beauty. Summer visitors [...]
El Portal Sedona Hotel Sponsors Film at ILLUMINATE Film Festival
El Portal Sedona Hotel is the sponsor of the film A New High at the ILLUMINATE Film Festival 2016! And as a sponsor that means you receive a discount [...]
Sedona’s Art Scene
Mike Upp - Ceramics Many places have "First Friday's" but here in Sedona we have the Open Studios Tour! April 29, 2016 marks the start [...]
Sedona – Fresh Air Fantastic!
Did you know the average American spends most of the summer in stale offices and living rooms. Even children today spend 2 hours less on sports and outdoor [...]
St. Patrick’s Day ~ The Story Behind the Holiday
In Irish - Lá Fhéile Pádraig - the Day of the Festival of Patrick - is celebrated on the death date of the foremost patron saint of Ireland March [...]
13th Annual Open Studios Tour
Here's a little something to do on your trip to Sedona - the Sedona Visual Artists’ Coalition’s (SVAC) 13th Annual Open Studios Tour, April 28-May 1. This is [...]
Sedona – The Mystical and Metaphysical
Sedona is a spectacular, mystical, powerful place. At El Portal we know visitors come from all over the world for an array of experiences; whether a life-changing encounter, a rejuvenation of the spirit, [...]
Sedona Hiking Trails ~ Soldiers Pass
Pet friendly El Portal Sedona Hotel offers guests personalized concierge services for the Sedona area, including recommendations on the numerous hiking trails. Let's hike Soldiers Pass Trail! This [...]
Sedona International Film Festival 2016
Saturday, February 20 to Sunday, February 28, 2016! Featuring all genres of film from foreign films to animation, shorts to documentaries, student films to features and more! It [...]
Steve’s Abe Vigoda Story
The New York Times announced today that Abe Vigoda died. I knew Abe and was sad to hear he had passed away; but then I smiled because [...]
2016 Top 10 US Best Ranked Cities to Stay
When going out to dinner, looking for the best school districts, reserving a hotel room, even trying new recipes we have come to rely on reviews to help us [...]
El Portal Sedona Hotel Named as Top 10 USA Inns of 2015 by BedandBreakfast.com
El Portal Sedona Hotel is proud to be named one of the Top 10 USA Inns and B & Bs by BedandBreakfast.com for 2015. Finalists were chosen [...]
We Love Dogs at El Portal Sedona Hotel
It's January, and that means it is National Dog Training Month. As a pet friendly hotel we have many four legged guests stay with us, and we [...]
El Portal’s Gorgeous “Governor’s Suite”
El Portal Sedona Hotel's Suite #12 -the Governor's Suite is a luxury hotel room, our largest suite with dazzling views from the gabled windows in the living room, and huge [...]
Travelling with Pets: the Do’s and Don’ts of Transportation, Hotels, and More
For many people, pets are an integral part of the family, and a vacation would feel incomplete without their presence. However, due to concerns over where to [...]
Hike Fay Canyon & Fay Canyon Arch
Fay Canyon trail is a lovely walk on mostly flat ground (with loose stones of course), in the shade of Manzanita and junipers. From SR 89A turn [...]
Cyber Week Special at El Portal Sedona Hotel
Cyber Week Special at El Portal Sedona Hotel – Now through December 17, 2015 Save 20% when you book your room now through December 17, 2015 for stays [...]
Palatki Ruins and Honanki Indian Ruins
Did you know Sedona is located near two different Native American ruin sites: the Palatki Ruins and the Honanki Indian Ruins? These two villages were lively centers [...]
Ten Reasons to Stay in a Boutique Hotel
When you travel, there are always plenty of options when it comes to choosing accommodations. All too often, travelers fall back on well-worn choices, choosing the stay [...]
Sedona in Color
Take a trip to Sedona! Come for the color - Sedona is ablaze in fall color - reds, gold, rusts. With the later-than-normal warm weather and the [...]
Trailblazing Devil’s Bridge – Hike of the Month
At El Portal Sedona Hotel we love to help our guests with everything Sedona. We are starting a Hike a Month here on our blog just to [...]
Sedona’s Art Scene
Sedona has an amazing art scene, with over 80 galleries and hundreds of artists of every medium imaginable! Take a trip to Sedona and see why it [...]
Architectural Masterpiece ~ El Portal Sedona Hotel
Did you know El Portal Sedona Hotel was selected as an architectural masterpiece by “Keep Sedona Beautiful” and is Sedona’s only Arts & Crafts adobe hotel. El [...]
El Portal Sedona Hotel ~ New Tour & Accommodation Package
We are excited to have a new tour package available to guests with Westwind Air Service - our Sedona Deluxe Aerial Tour. This package includes a 3 night stay [...]
More Colors and Fewer Crowds: Spend Fall with Sedona
The summer months are passed, and fall grows cooler with each week as days slide towards winter. For Sedona, this change in seasons means fewer crowds, lower [...]
Sedona Plein Air Festival 2014
This incredible event takes place October 18-25, 2015! The 10th Annual Sedona Plein Air Festival is presented by Sedona Arts Center, with 30 award winning artists, who have been [...]
El Portal Sedona Hotel – Sedona Updates!
Here is an update on what to do in Sedona. We have quite a few things going on! Make your home away from home El Portal Sedona [...]
El Portal Sedona’s Flat Rock Hickory Suite
El Portal's Flat Rock Hickory Room is feels like a suite of rooms! With unusual vaulted ceilings and flagstone floors, rustic, hickory furnishings and vintage coverings on the [...]
El Portal Sedona has Two New Hotel Specials!
At El Portal Sedona we are offering two new Stay and See Packages! Stay at El Portal and See Sedona with your choice of hotel special… Hotel Special Package #1 [...]
Summer’s Not Over Yet in Sedona!
The summer season is winding down across the state, but Sedona is not going to let it go without a final month of events for visitors to [...]
El Portal Sedona Hotel ~ The Beginning
Not many people know this, but Steve and Connie Segner dreamed of building a small luxury boutique hotel for many years, since the 1980s in fact, when [...]
41st Annual Fiesta del Tlaquepaque in Sedona
Come visit Sedona and enjoy this incredible celebration! On Saturday, September 13 Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village will celebrate it's 41st Fiesta del Tlaquepaque - a celebration of Mexican [...]
Sedona Day Trips – You’ll Want More than Just One Day!
Google Sedona, Arizona is visited by people from around the world, all of whom seek different adventures. For many the main attractions are the numerous hiking trails [...]
Sedona Red Rocks Festival 2014
Google Something great is coming to Sedona next weekend - the 2014 Red Rocks Festival, August 30 & 31! This year's performers are in a class [...]
August in Arizona – Really?
Google Yes really! And especially in Sedona where we get cooler temperatures than Phoenix and Tucson. Just pack up your sunglasses, sunscreen, hiking boots/shoes, bathing suits, [...]
Dinner and a Show – Esteban in Concert!
Google Looking for something "cultural" to do on your trip to Sedona? Why not a delicious dinner and incredible concert? Master Flamenco Guitarist Esteban performs live Monday, [...]
Sedona Celebrates National Day of the Cowboy!
Google This rootin' tootin' celebration begins Friday, July 25th and continues though Sunday, July 27th! But the BIG fun is Saturday the 24th, from 10:00 AM to [...]
Sedona Hummingbird Festival 2014
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El Portal Sedona Hotel Announces New Last Minute July Special!
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Tips on Travelling with Your Pet – Last One!
Google When travelling with a pet – keep it on your schedule, meaning even with time changes your pet will have to adjust just like you, but [...]
Sedona Hotel Special at El Portal Sedona Hotel
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Why El Portal Sedona Loves RENÉ at Tlaquepaque and You Should Too!
Google RENÉ at Tlaquepaque is casual French dining at its finest! The restaurant has been around for over 35 years, serving outstanding food and wines in the casual [...]
El Portal Sedona Hotel’s The Adobe Guest Room
Google The Adobe Room at El Portal Sedona Hotel is our completely handicapped accessible room. It is located on the main level of the hotel, just off [...]
Come See the New Green Rooftop Garden at El Portal Sedona Hotel
Google Yes, Steve has gone and done it again! He has planted a rooftop garden at El Portal Sedona. Besides being good for the environment, Steve says [...]
Amazing Events in Sedona!
El Portal Sedona Hotel likes to keep visitors and guests up-to-date on what's happening in the area. For some great fun and learning experiences take a trip [...]
Slide Fire Impacts to Sedona
For those of you planning a trip to Sedona, but are hesitant because of the Slide Fire; here is some information that may help you decide to [...]
Bike the Red Rocks of Sedona!
Google Love to mountain bike? The Sedona area has some great trails and paths - with mind-blowing landscapes. Take a look at this video from El Portal [...]
More on Sedona Arts & Culture Week
Google El Portal Sedona Hotel loves when people visit this beautiful city! (Of course we really love it when you stay with us :) ) There is [...]
First Sedona Arts and Culture Week
Google New to Sedona - the first Sedona Arts and Culture Week, May 28 - June 8, 2014! This includes the fabulous 8th Annual Sedona Bluegrass Festival, and [...]
Tips on Traveling with Your Pet – Part 2
Another point to consider when travelling with your pet from El Portal Sedona Hotel owner Steve Segner! Consider how you are going to be travelling. Are you driving? [...]
Tips on Traveling with Your Pet – Part I
More and more people are now travelling with their pets; including them on vacations, getaways, and weekend trips. So we decided to do a series on tips [...]
Sedona – One of the Best Small Towns to Visit in 2014!
Google Not only do we think that, but so does the Smithsonian Magazine! It has named Sedona as one of “20 Best Small Towns to Visit in 2014″ [...]
49th Annual Jerome Historic Home and Building Tour
Google This is the longest running home tour in Arizona, and the 49th tour will feature some significant and Historic homes that have never been seen before! The [...]
Sedona Destination Weddings
El Portal Sedona Hotel is perfect for a Sedona destination wedding - if you don't believe us take a look at these photos... The luxury boutique hotel [...]
Outside Online – El Portal Made Their List!
Google Look where El Portal Sedona Hotel is now! We're on Outside Magazine's list for "10 Hotels in the West for Big Dogs!" Check it out right [...]
ABC’s Sonoran Living featuring Steve Segner!
Yesterday Steve was on ABC's Sonoran Living, a local program out of Phoenix, talking about traveling with pets - the Dos and Don'ts! It was something else! [...]
Steve Segner, Owner of El Portal Sedona Hotel, to be on Sonoran Living on CBS
Sonoran Living has invited our venerable leader to come on the show and talk about traveling with pets! Steve will be on the show Wednesday, March 12 [...]
El Portal Sedona Hotel’s Pet Photo Contest
Don't forget to post your goofy, happy pet photos for our Pet Photo Contest on our Facebook page, and then “Like,” “Share,” "Comment," and enter to win [...]
Early Bird Booking Special – Book Your Sedona Summer Vacation Now at El Portal Sedona Hotel
Google Early Bird Booking Special - Book Your Sedona Summer Vacation Now! Take a trip to Sedona this summer & stay 3 nights at El Portal Sedona Hotel. Visit [...]
El Portal Sedona Hotel – Pet Photo Contest!
Google El Portal Sedona Hotel is having a pet photo contest! We want to see the hilarious, silliest, darlingest photos of your pets, and you could win [...]
El Portal Sedona Hotel Congratulates Artist Dawn Sutherland
Congratulations to "local" artist Dawn Sutherland of Flagstaff! She was just invited to participate in the 10th Annual Plein Air Festival, October 18-25, 2014. There are only [...]
Sedona International Film Festival
Google Visit Sedona and help us celebrate the 20th year of the Sedona International Film Festival - TWENTY YEARS!!! February 22-March 14, 2014. The greatest celebration of the [...]
9th Annual Sedona Marathon Event!
Google Yes this is an event - not just a marathon! The 9th Annual Sedona Marathon Event begins Thursday, January 30th with the movie "Desert Runners," a marathon [...]
Take a Trip to Sedona and Visit Sunset Crater
Google Sunset Crater is located at Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument, just north of Flagstaff, off Highway 89. It is a result of several volcanic eruptions that took place [...]
El Portal Sedona Hotel Owner to Create History Walk in Sedona, AZ
El Portal Sedona Hotel's intrepid and fearless leader (and owner), Steve Segner, has been given the go-ahead from the city of Sedona to create a "History Walk" [...]
Kevin Michael Retreat at El Portal Sedona Hotel
El Portal Sedona Hotel hosts reunions, corporate events, weddings and retreats. We are very excited to have "The El Portal Sedona Retreat with Kevin Michael" here at [...]
Sedona, Arizona – America’s Most Romantic Winter Destination
Google Sedona is one of America's most romantic winter destinations, as named by Travel + Leisure! A trip to Sedona in winter is wonderful - the red [...]
A Sedona Holiday at El Portal Sedona Hotel
Google At El Portal Sedona Hotel, we believe this holiday season in Sedona is incredibly special with a variety of exciting things to do for the entire [...]
Where to Stay on Your Trip to Sedona
Google We know you're busy, so we won't bore you with long reviews of the El Portal Sedona Hotel. What we will do is give you just a [...]
What to do in Sedona on the Weekend?
Google If you're planning a trip to Sedona this weekend, or looking for a quick getaway, there are plenty of things to do in Sedona! From ice [...]
A Red Rock Holiday in Sedona, Arizona
Google Take trip to Sedona, Arizona for a magical Red Rock Holiday. Every year during the month of December, Sedona undergoes a transformation. Store front windows showcase [...]
Holiday Highlights
Google The upcoming holiday season seems to be getting well underway in Sedona. Here are a couple of events that we at El Portal Sedona, thought might be [...]
El Portal Sedona Hotel – Truly a Pet Friendly Hotel
Google El Portal Sedona Hotel has a new video about being a pet friendly hotel. We truly love our furry friends. So if you want a vacation, [...]
The Absence of Light…
Google Sedona Visual Artists Coalition's 13th Annual Fall Art Show theme is "Shadows - A Mystery in Art." The exhibition embraces the “shadow” which adds mystery, depth, [...]
Celebrate Dia de los Muertos at Tlaquepaque!
Make your next trip to Sedona this weekend to celebrate Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), along with the Marigold Project. This is the 40th year [...]
Wind Down and Tee Up in Sedona, Arizona
Known for its red rock formations and stunning scenery, Sedona also has world class golfing with courses designed by the likes of Jack Snyder, Robert Trent Jones among [...]
El Portal Sedona’s Hotel Special ~ a Grand Canyon Tour!
Google A truly amazing special - 4 days and 3 nights in our luxury inn, with a jeep tour for two, plus a full day guided Grand Canyon [...]
El Portal Sedona Hotel has Received the 2013 Talk of the Town Customer Satisfaction Award
El Portal Sedona Hotel has been rated among the best in the region by Celebration Media and Talk of the Town, and given a 5 Star Rating! According [...]
Sunday Nature Walks at Dead Horse Ranch State Park
Google Starting Sunday, October 6 at 9:00 am, you and your family can take a guided nature walk at Dead Horse Ranch State Park. These hikes start [...]
Deluxe Tour Package from El Portal Sedona Hotel
This amazing Sedona vacation package will excite and beguile you. Start your engines for an exciting two hour jeep tour of the Sedona countryside. An experienced guide takes [...]
El Portal Sedona Hotel – What You Can Expect
Google Many times when you're looking to go on a vacation you just don't know where to stay. They say a picture paints 1000 words, but how [...]
Celebrating the Architecture and Design of El Portal Sedona Hotel
Google Opened June, 2003 El Portal Sedona Hotel celebrates its 10th anniversary. To commemorate this milestone here is a brief look back at the journey in design [...]