A Queen for a Week: A Visit to 7 Sedona Spa's

Our hands-on look at local treatments reaffirms for us that the medium is the massage.

One of the many things that made me excited about my recent
decision to move to Sedona was the chance to be near the area spas. I love spa treatments - the way tension melts away after a massage, skin feels smooth as butter after a body scrub, and a good facial makes you simply glow, without makeup. Just thinking about past Spirit Path body wraps in New Mexico, Chardonnay Vitalite Vinotherapy in San Diego, and a Lomi Lomi massage in Hawaii makes me feel better - even up to five years later.

To help get a sense of what Sedona spas do best, I booked some of the most popular treatments. (I know, tough job!) All seven spas I visited impressed me with tranquil surroundings (nothing says relaxation like a steaming cup of tea and a fluffy robe), and very friendly, knowledgeable therapists who seem genuinely to enjoy their work. And each spa offers something special. Want to feel like royalty? Check out a Sedona's New Day Spa signature body treatment. Feeling romantic? Try couple's massage at Sedona Rouge. Worried about wrinkles? Lynne at Complexions Skin Care has it covered. For pain relief in a breathtaking location, we have Therapy on the Rocks. Breathe Spa is fresh air for first-time spagoers. Hilton Sedona Spa has a great gym, fitness classes, and outdoor pool, all at your service when you book a treatment. And for luxury indulgence, try a three-, four-, or seven-night stay at Mii amo.

Don't expect to walk in and receive a treatment on the spot, particularly during peak season - make a reservation. Luckily, while Sedona is a spa capital of the Southwest, treatments won't cost an arm and a leg. Duration of treatment determines price; the ones I sampled range from $75 to $270 (for 60 to 90 minutes).

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