L’Auberge de Sedona is the epitome of Southwest luxury, with its idyllic location between Arizona’s legendary red rocks and tranquil Creekside. The property’s Catering Sales Manager, Katie Cortopossi, gave us the scoop on planning the ultimate Arizona wedding, and what couples can expect when spending a full wedding weekend at this scenic destination.
GO: If you had to describe L’Auberge de Sedona in three words, what would they be?
A: Natural. Nourishing. Romantic.
GO: How far in advance does a couple need to reserve a wedding date?
A: We welcome bookings for 1 year in advance to within a month. Based on our availability and the couple's desires, we will do our best to find a date and location.
GO: Are onsite wedding planners available for the wedding process?
A: Wedding couples will have an event manager for their contracted events that will work on-property details while their outside wedding planner will handle the finer details of the ceremony and reception, and ultimately be the couple's contact throughout the wedding day.
GO: Are accommodations and buyouts available? What is the capacity limit?
A: Yes, we offer guest rooms to all wedding couples and their guests. In total, we have 88 guest rooms and contracted buyouts are available. We are also fortunate to have a sister-hotel, Orchards Inn, sharing our property which gives wedding guests additional room types to reserve.
GO: What spaces are available for ceremonies and receptions?
A: At L'Auberge de Sedona, we have several wedding venues including Serenity Point, a creekside venue for elopements and stunning photos. The Creekhouse, a 5-bedroom luxury suite, is situated on Oak Creek for ceremonies, receptions and wedding party guest rooms. We also have Spiritsong Terrace for ceremonies that sits above the hotel property and offers 180-degree views of the red rocks. Cottageside Lawn borders Oak Creek for ceremonies and receptions. The Monet Ballroom and Garden Lawn offers wedding receptions in an indoor/outdoor venue with views of the red rocks and romantic wood-burning fireplaces inside. Finally, two additional creekside settings for intimate wedding dinners include Creekside Reserve and the Overlook Patio.
GO: What are some of the amenities, incentives and activities that L’Auberge de Sedona offers a couple?
A: L'Auberge de Sedona offers a full-service restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, dinner – including a prix fixe tasting menu – along with in-room dining and full bar. Guests are also invited to relax at L'Apothecary Spa with unique spa treatments and a blending bar to create custom soaks, scrubs, body butter, and perfumes. We also offer a fitness center with Peloton bikes, The Mirror, and Tonal machine as well as a pool and hot tub.
GO: Food is such an important element at a wedding. Tell us about your wedding menu customizations.
A: The executive chef for L'Auberge de Sedona has created banquet menus that are inspired by wine-forward Southern European cuisine with the use of ingredients from local purveyors. Wedding couples are invited to work with our chef to create a menu that satisfies their desires and complements their wine selections.
GO: Service is imperative in the wedding industry. What does L’Auberge de Sedona offer couples and their guests that sets you apart?
A: L'Auberge de Sedona offers an array of amenities for all guests, including concierge service to plan Sedona and day-trip itineraries, transportation services to popular hiking trails and shopping destinations. Likewise, many tour companies will pick up guests directly at L'Auberge so the adventure begins right away.
