Hilton Sedona Resort & Spa, the 219-room resort located along Sedona’s Red Rock Scenic Byway, is offering a new way for travelers to immerse themselves in the adventures, tastes and true spirit of Sedona, Ariz. with the “Essence of Sedona” resort package.

Launched in celebration of the resort’s recent renovations, the “Essence of Sedona” package is available from $219 per night and includes overnight suite accommodations featuring a cozy fireplace and golf course or red rock views, and a taste of the region’s growing wine scene with a bottle of local Northern Arizona wine. Exploring Sedona on foot to discover dramatic vistas of stunning red rocks is made easy with a Sedona backpack, collapsible water bottle and guide book to explore the area’s top hiking trails. When it’s time to wind down and recharge, guests will enjoy 20 percent off of the Full Circle treatment at the resort’s expansive eforea: Spa at Hilton Sedona. Inspired by the metaphysical properties of Sedona, the 90-minute Full Circle treatment includes aromatherapy meditation to discover intuition, massage, energy balancing and visualization, and is delivered by one of the spa’s therapists that are certified to practice “energy medicine.”

Experiencing the essence of Sedona is at the heart of resort’s recent lobby renovations, designed to bring local experiences and elements through doors of the resort. Completed and upcoming renovations at the resort include:
· Redesigned lobby experience featuring sculptures, elements, textures, colors and art that are symbolic of the region and are sourced from Sedona and Arizona.
· The Living Room, a 4,875 square-foot gathering space outfitted with comfortable couches, chairs, a fireplace and a community table – featuring a design that captures Arizona’s vagabond spirit and Western heritage.
· The VorTech Den, a comfortable, tucked away space within The Living Room designed to capture the essence of Sedona’s vortexes and outfitted with plush leather chairs, workstations, a TV and more.
· Phase two of renovations will include the resort’s 219 guest rooms and suites, scheduled to begin in fourth quarter of 2014. Guest rooms will be refinished and redesigned with locally-inspired elements and materials selected to create a sense of haven and reflection.

Located along the Red Rock Scenic Byway, Arizona’s first designated All-American Road, Hilton Sedona Resort & Spa offers a high desert resort experience with dramatic views of Sedona’s majestic red rock formations. One of Sedona’s premier leisure resorts catering to individual travelers, event planners, and large groups, amenities include an expansive pool and kids pool with water play features, award-winning eforea: spa at Hilton, Grille at Shadowrock upscale restaurant and bar, and the adjacent Sedona Golf Resort.

The “Essence of Sedona” package is available from $219 per night and requires a two-night minimum. For reservations, call 877.273.3762 or book on line at www.hiltonsedonaresort.com.