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The Penrose B&B
Average price*: £130 ($230) (year-round)

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“Can't wait to go back!”

The Penrose B&B

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5 of 5 stars
Bridgewater,NJ
11 Apr 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

You’ve got to experience the Penrose if you a planning a visit to Sedona. Hospitality, you bet! Quality and comfort, that too! Location, well second to none! From the moment you step through the front door of the Penrose you are received with warmth that would make the Sedona Chamber of Commerce proud. Christie, Whitney, Joy, Judy & Beverly we thank you for an incredible stay. Our visit was brief, 4 days, but we had one of the most relaxing vacations ever. We stayed in the Javelina room which provided some of the most fabulous views of the Red Rocks – notably Bell Rock. One could actually sit on the balcony all day and enjoy the scenery. Not recommended however because then you would miss out on breakfast. You don’t want to miss breakfast! They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Combine excellent food, great conversation and the majesty of the Red Rocks and I would say that’s a great way to start the day. Make sure you spend some time chatting with Judy (your Chef) and Beverly (makes a mean smoothie). I actually think the Food Network is missing out. They could tape a show right from the deck of the Penrose. Food and personality of the Penrose was that good! And a backdrop of the Red Rocks! Doesn’t get any better!

If you’re experienced hikers or are just novices, which we are, Whitney can provide some exceptional local knowledge. After breakfast, we hit the trails. Each day’s walk outdid the one before. Penrose provided water, Gatorade and the like for our excursions. A very nice touch! We wished we had more time to explore. Well we will just have to plan a return visit and it will unquestionably be back at the Penrose.

Coffee, tea, soft drinks available 24/7. A homemade chocolate placed in the room every day. Night time snacks – lemon bars. Don’t miss the 8:30 PM tray of goodies. The check-out process didn’t even feel like a traditional departure. Whitney and Joy handle everything so well. I was able to print my boarding passes while my wife picked out our going away tee-shirts and we then spent some time chatting with Whitney. And of course lemon bars for the road!

Penrose B&B is an absolutely must visit

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Location and hospitality
    • Disliked — nothing
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NJWillieB's Summary
Date of Stay: March 2008
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 50-64
Member since: 19 July 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older Travellers, Families with Teenagers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, Great pool scene
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Other
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“WOW what a place!”

The Penrose B&B

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5 of 5 stars
michigan
11 Apr 2008

My husband and I stayed two nightsat the Penrose.
We were warmly greeted, taken on a quick tour, given our keys and a notebook filled with information on local restaurants, hiking paths, shopping spotsetc.. and away we went on our Sedona adventure.
The Inn is simply beautiful. Our room was a corner room with a really cozy bed and a nice size balcony with a spectacular view of the red rock mountians.
After an evening out, we returned to the Inn and were treated to homemade lemon bars and a refrigerator filled with a variety of beverages as well as hot coffee and tea.
A wonderful breakfast is served every morning on the deck overlooking the mountains. The food was fresh and delicious.
We had a great stay and can't wait to go back.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — the beauty
    • Disliked — no hot tub
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rockie58's Summary
Date of Stay: April 2008
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Age group: 50-64
Member since: 11 April 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older Travellers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, Families with Small Children
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Outdoor / Adventure, Shopping
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“Wish we could go back right now...”

The Penrose B&B

10 Mar 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

We stayed at the Penrose for two nights in February. (2/23-2/24) Based on the reviews, we were super excited and had high expectations. The Penrose met all of them.

As we drove into the Penrose parking lot, we were greeted by the incredible views of the red rocks. I don't think you can find better views from any other B&B. We checked in easily and loved our room immediately. The linens were bright and clean, and the bathroom was sparkly and shiny (I am a stickler for cleanliness). The decor was southwestern with a modern and elegant flair (flat screen TV, wi-fi, clean lines, nice bathroom fixtures). Our room, the Kokopelli, is a bit larger than most, and although there was a lot of furniture (as noted in a previous review), it never felt crowded. A nightlight and electric candle were available for use in the bathrooms. A binder with restaurant and hiking recommendations from previous guests was immensely useful and a nice touch.

Breakfast was delicious and a great way to charge up for a day of hiking (yogurt/pear and french toast with ham the first morning, crepes the second). Though it was chilly the first day, we sat on the porch for our second breakfast and had wonderful views. We didn't see the Popes during breakfast but did get to chat with Whitney Pope our first evening. He was extremely kind and dropped what he was doing to give us many recommendations regarding hikes in the area.

Other small but nice touches that really made a difference: the bedtime snacks (lemon bars, coconut bars), the beverage-stocked fridge, DVD library, flashlight (we were a bit anxious to hear about the scorpions, but I suppose it's important info to know), and T-shirts and more snacks upon checkout.

Overall, the Penrose was pretty perfect. We booked the romantic package ($625 for two nights in any room, $100 for dinner, and a choice of activity- we did the Pink Jeep tour) and recommend it if you are staying for at least two nights particularly in the Kokopelli room (you'll save some $). Though we only stayed two nights, the Penrose left a lasting impression on us. From booking to checkout, we received warm and personalized service, and we definitely hope to be back soon. To the Popes, thank you very much for a wonderful vacation!

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jadePhiladelphia's Summary
Date of Stay: February 2008
Member since: 22 May 2006
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“Penrose was Perfect! Great Honeymoon B&B!”

The Penrose B&B

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5 of 5 stars
Jacksonville, Florida
12 Nov 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

The Penrose was everything we could ask for and more! We stayed a week for our honeymoon and loved every second! All of the rooms had fabulous views, the complimentary beverages were awesome to take during hikes, the room was clean and cozy and staff had awesome recommendations. The breakfasts were amazing and breakfast staff had great ideas/recommendations to boot. We will definetly be coming back year after year. The location of the B&B is perfect too. Close to restaurants but far enough away from the touristy traps. A MUST stay!

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Everything was fabulous! Views amazing!
    • Disliked — nothing
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ztalady333's Summary
Date of Stay: May 2007
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Honeymoon
Age group: 25-34
Member since: 12 November 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older Travellers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, Families with Small Children
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Outdoor / Adventure, Spa
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“B&B with Beautiful views”

The Penrose B&B

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4 of 5 stars
London
28 Oct 2007

Booked for 2 nights in Mariposa room. Staff were welcoming, offered us delicious home-made coconut-choclate bars on arrival! B&B had a fully-stocked free drinks fridge for all guests (Gatorade, water, Starbucks, etc) plus communal coffee/tea. B&B best remembered for the awesome views from every window!

Room was white, clean, a little small and perhaps stuffed with a bit too much furniture for the small size. Overall comfortable, double shower a nice touch but current a little weak. Tiny balcony compensated by amazing views.

Breakfast served on deck outside - again great views! - slightly odd selection of dishes: day 1, strawberry and cream cheese crepes; day 2, scrambled egg, olives and black bean burritos. The morning service was consistently good - and the owner (Whitney Pope) takes time to speak to all the guests at breakfast. This includes a few pictures, which they then give you a complimentary print of one picture when you leave, along with a T-shirt each. A nice touch!

Great location in Oak Creek village, 15 min drive to Sedona centre, good for hiking Bell Rock and Cathedral Rock. Would come again, although it's a little pricey - but that's Sedona all over.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — The views from every angle
    • Disliked — Room on the small side, odd breakfast
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RoniSi's Summary
Date of Stay: September 2007
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Hobbies / interest / culture
Age group: 25-34
Member since: 09 March 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Older Travellers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Families with Small Children, Families with Teenagers
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine
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Management Response
AZPenrose, co-owner
(Management representative)
21 Dec 2007
Our guests are too kind to ever complain about anything, so we have found Trip Advisor reviews the best place to discover ways to improve. Here are two things we have done: install a pump to raise the water pressure to all of the rooms, and place hypoallergenic pillow toppers on all of our mattresses for those who like a softer feel. They can be removed for guests who prefer firm mattresses.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC

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