Garland's Oak Creek Lodge

Description:

• Located 8 miles north of Sedona in the heart of Oak Creek Canyon, this may be the hardest place in the area to book a room. People have been coming here for so many years and like it so much that they reserve a year in advance (last-minute cancellations do occur, so don't despair). What makes the lodge so special? Maybe it's that you have to drive through Oak Creek to get to your log cabin. Maybe it's the beautiful gardens or the slow, relaxing atmosphere of an old-time summer getaway. The well-maintained cabins, most of which have air-conditioning, are rustic but comfortable; the larger ones have their own fireplaces. Meals include organic fruits and vegetables grown on the property, and there's a yoga pavilion overlooking the creek. Kids can splash in the creek and play in the grass, which makes this another good choice for families.

• © Frommer's 2012

Awards:

Frommer's

•  Recommended 2010