Sedona is one of the most romantic destinations in the Southwest. Its beauty captivates lovers who seek a bit of magic amidst the vortex energy that flows beneath the dramatic red rocks.

Whether you want to climb a mountain and declare your love from the highest peak or walk hand in hand through an awe-inspiring canyon filled with birdsong, there’s plenty of things for couples to do in Sedona AZ. Active adventures, spiritual quests, relaxing spa treatments, romantic dining, and serene moments in nature are a few of the memorable activities couples can enjoy in this high-desert town.

To heighten the romance, stay at one of the resorts in Sedona AZ for couples. Ambiente, a landscape hotel, is a luxurious choice created exclusively for adults with a 180-degree view of Sedona from every guest atrium. A touch of a bedside button operates the black-out curtains so you can wake up to a stunning floor-to-ceiling vista of mountains and forest. With amenities like organic bed linens, a deep soaking tub, and a rooftop terrace that features a 360-degree view, fire pit, and daybed, couples are comfortably immersed in a breathtaking environment.

Here are a few of our favorite things to do in Sedona, Arizona for couples.

Scenic Picnic

Enhance your romance with a picnic for two in the natural beauty of the outdoors. Pack up light fare like cheese and fruit from a specialty grocery in town and take a scenic drive along 89A to Oak Creek Canyon, one of the lush, riparian environments around Sedona. Hike into the canyon on West Fork Trail and follow the winding path between towering canyon walls to find a quiet spot to spread out a picnic blanket. Relax under shade trees like cottonwoods and Arizona sycamores, with only the sound of a gently flowing creek as a backdrop to your tête à tête.

If you prefer a picnic on the red rocks, Ambiente offers one as part of the off-road Ambiente Soldiers Pass adventure. This 4X4 Jeep tour goes off road and onto the red rocks, taking you deeper into the wilds. A private picnic for two is served in a secluded area where you can drink in the view with no one else around.

Spa Treatments

Show your body some love with a side-by-side couple’s spa treatment. Indulge in a massage or a clay body wrap that will leave skin silky smooth. Sedona is known for its spiritual energy, so be open to trying other treatments like crystal healing, chakra balancing, energy work, and sound healing.

Velvet Spa at Ambiente created the Ultimate Duo treatment for couples who want to deeply relax. Book a session at the beginning of a stay to unwind. Start by choosing one of six scent blends, like a balancing and energizing oolong, or warm and invigorating mandarin. The aroma will be incorporated into the treatment which includes a rejuvenating body scrub, soothing wrap, scalp and neck massage, and full body massage. You will leave feeling euphoric, with a vial of your selected scent to take home.

Visit a Vortex

Sedona is a mystical place, largely due to the belief that it lies within a vortex, a swirling earth energy that brings about spiritual healing and self-discovery. Specific sites in Sedona are said to be particularly powerful, including Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, Boynton Canyon, and Airport Mesa. Many say they feel the vortex’s electromagnetic force physically and spiritually; others report feeling uplifted, inspired, and rejuvenated. So take your partner by the hand and visit one. Set an intention as a couple, focus your thoughts, and sit quietly or meditate together at the vortex.

Airport Mesa is across the road from Ambiente hotel, and the view from the vortex is spectacular. Go just before sunset and recite a love poem, visualize your perfect future, and hold hands as you watch the red rocks glow in the golden light.

Stargazing

When the sun sets on the red rocks, look to the sky for your next romantic activity.

Stargazing in Sedona, an International Dark Sky Community, can be as easy as looking up. Minimal pollution and responsible lighting keep Sedona’s skies dark, allowing you to view a sea of sparkling stars, planets, and the Milky Way.

Ambiente’s rooftop decks atop each guest atrium offer the most romantic setting for stargazing. Recline on the daybed, wrapped in a blanket and warmed by the firepit, and marvel at the cosmos and your partner while sipping a glass of wine. If you want to see and learn more, book Ambiente’s Private Rooftop Stargazing experience. A professional astronomer will bring telescopes to your rooftop and lead you on a tour of the night sky.

At Ambiente, a feeling of romance flows through the property, from the spectacular views without getting out of bed to intimate dining and quiet moments on your rooftop deck. The environment makes it easy to fall in love, rekindle a flame, and reconnect, filled with a variety of things to do for couples in Sedona, AZ. Book your next stay at Ambiente and you’ll leave feeling rejuvenated and reconnected.