Late Checkout: 3 Nights & 4 Days at Mii amo in Sedona

Day 1: Arrival & Unfolding

The journey begins with a quick 50-minute flight from LAX to Phoenix, then a two-hour drive through desert and sage, red rocks shadowing the horizon, arranged by the resort. The last 30 minutes of the drive is really beautiful. On arrival, there’s a feeling of exhale (Sedona's known for having up to 15 energy vortexes throughout town after all), like stepping into a different time zone for your soul.

We were welcomed at Mii amo with a few introductions and a pause to set an intention. My husband and I were given beaded necklaces to seal ours in. It was in those first moments that I realized staying here doesn’t just mean just being a guest; it feels like you’re becoming a part of something grounded, almost spiritual. 

A couple of years ago, I visited Mii amo’s neighboring hotel, Enchantment, with my mom. One evening during that trip, we made our way over to Hummingbird on the Mii amo grounds, and that meal alone sealed the deal for me: I knew I had to come back. I remember the meal like it was yesterday. 

The Room & Private Moments

Each casita has a private patio or deck, often with red-rock canyon views, a beehive fireplace, heated bathroom floors, and outdoor touches (for some rooms) like private massage areas or outdoor showers. 

The layout is cozy but thoughtful, and the shower pressure is excellent. The combined shower-bath isn’t my favorite, but in the end, the comfort trumps that missing detail. I looked forward to each night, which centered around the ultimate nighttime routine made for champions (no sleep aids necessary). The room invites you to sink in and unwind. Although I tried to be as screen-free as possible in the silent moments, my husband and I enjoyed streaming our favorite shows on the room TVs, making winding down comfortable and easy.

The Spa & Wellness Rhythm

The wellness interwoven into the stay is where Mii amo shows its real soul. Over the course of a four day stay, you begin to understand that it’s not a sequence of treatments, but a seamless series of experiences.

Here are some standouts:

Massages - We had three massages over three days, each wildly distinct. The first released tension almost forcibly, while the second was focused on Chakra balancing. The last was gentle and meditative. I loved how each massage built on the last – it felt intentional rather than excessive. My body had time to rest and be ready for the next one.

Facials - I had one of the most amazing facials of my life and walked away both hydrated and glowing. During transitional seasons, my skin never seems to hold onto moisture – so this facial felt like a real reset. Coming from my facial a month before, where I was red for several days after, this was the kind of self-care treatment that makes you excited to do a double-take in the mirror.

Special Sessions - Mii amo offers experiences that feel less like treatments and more like tuning forks for the soul – chakra balancing under the care of gifted healers, sound healing in the Crystal Grotto (a soaring, light-filled cavern that hums with energy), and workshops on compassionate communication that my husband and I took together and still talk about. The takeaways were simple but transformative. I received some great reminders that healing often begins with how we speak and listen.

Movement - I took yoga and gentle flow classes in a glass-walled studio that looked out to the red rocks and gardens. The space even had a machine I’d never seen before that mimics rope climbing—a first for me as a certified yoga instructor! The studio feels small and personal, yet there’s this quiet sense of togetherness that makes it feel communal without ever being crowded. 

We also enjoyed the pool for some light swimming – the kind that feels restorative rather than effortful. What I love most is how the entire property encourages movement in a way that’s nourishing instead of depleting. I love strength training myself, but there’s something about slow, simple flows that bring you back to your body – reminding you that movement can feel like care, not just discipline.

And of course, the stunning pickleball court was too tempting to skip. My husband and I had to test it out – it would’ve been a crime not to play in the crisp morning air against the red rock backdrop.

Meals, Ingredient Stories & Chef’s Garden

For a retreat rooted in wellness, I’m glad to share that the food here isn’t an afterthought. It’s actually one of the most memorable parts of the stay.

Breakfast is simple and unfussy – eggs, bacon, fresh fruit. Sometimes duck eggs, sometimes whatever’s in season from nearby farms. The juice bar quickly became one of my favorite parts of the day: detox melon in the morning, smoothies, and fresh-ground coffee later on. But in my personal opinion, dinner is where things really shine – perfectly cooked lamb paired with olive tapenade, baked purple sweet potatoes, mushrooms,and  curries. 

Every bite was an ode to local farms and reflective of the harvest season. It all just tastes better than it does at home. The beef was the best I’ve ever had. And when you’re ready for a little change, the restaurant across the way at their sister property, Enchantment, (the one I mentioned earlier) has views that make it worth the walk.

Shared Spaces & Hidden Gems

Some things at Mii amo aren’t on the itinerary; you simply discover them:

The morning grotto rituals are where you set an intention, ground to the stone, and simply listen, becoming an anchor for each day. Even just lounging on a chair surrounded by red rocks feels like its own kind of meditation.

There’s a labyrinth walk that slows you down in the best way. It’s a moving meditation that somehow quiets everything (mind and body).

The outdoor pool feels like a spa in its own right. The view overlooks the canyon accompanied by plunge pools, a sauna, and steam room nearby (though, I noticed, the sauna doesn’t always reach its full heat potential).

The fitness options on-site lean restorative – more stretch, yoga, and breath than cardio – but it fits the rhythm of the place perfectly.

And of course, the views…they’re quite literally everywhere. From the Sensory Garden to the short hike to Kachina Woman – another peaceful 30-minute walk my husband and I loved – to the decks of your casita at sunrise. That early light gleaming on the canyon walls is something you don’t forget. 

Sedona just has this special way of settling into you, even long after you’ve left.

Things to Know

If you’re booking a “Journey” at Mii amo, most things are included – meals, spa credits, fitness classes, workshops, and full access to all spaces. But if you’re staying at the sister property, Enchantment Resort, access looks a little different. You can still book spa treatments, dine at Hummingbird, and join select fitness classes, but reservations are required and availability can be limited.

Communal spa areas – the Living Room, pool, sauna, steam, and whirlpool – are open to Enchantment guests only on the day of their treatment (before and after), not throughout their stay.

Arrivals for Journey guests are also structured, often limited to set start days (usually Sunday or Thursday), so flexibility can affect both pricing and availability.

And one last note – the pace here is slower, intentionally so. Classes start right on time, the food comes quickly, but the rest of the experience invites you to move differently: to breathe, to pause, to notice. If you’re used to constant motion, that alone might feel like the real luxury here.

Day 4: Integration & Goodbye

By the final day, something shifts. You sit outside your casita under morning light, you’re breathing a bit easier, and you’ve started believing there’s truth  to these rituals.

One last massage feels both indulgent and necessary – a soft landing before reentry. You wander the grounds one more time, maybe take a final hike from the Trail House, or just sit in the Living Room lounge, watching the light shift across the red rock walls. Leaving feels bittersweet, but the staff makes it effortless – travel arranged, bags handled, every detail thought through. 

You go home not quite the same – a little softer, a little more open. I left grateful – for the birthday getaway, for the stillness, for the reset that reached both body and soul.

The Takeaway: What Mii amo Does Best

Mii amo isn’t for everyone – and that’s exactly what makes it special. 

It’s not too fast or overly flashy, and there’s no pressure to fill your day with anything other than what you need. The care runs deep – from the therapists to the guides to the staff who know your name and somehow also know exactly what you need before you do. The food, the landscape, the rituals – it all connects in this quiet, intentional way that makes you feel whole again. If you come here looking for rest, for a real reset, for something that feels more meaningful than “pampering,” you’ll find it.