We were there in May of this year. We loved the resort. It is within walking distance to shopping and restaurants, however, you do need a car to explore the area and get to restaurants and shops not right in the immediate area. The walk from the resort to shopping, etc. is up quite a hill. However, we did it several times. Anyone with limitations would not be able to make it. I personally think trying to do the Grand Canyon in one day and returning that night to Sedona is too much. We left Sedona and spent two nights at the Grand Canyon. Loved it. I think the drive from Sedona is about four hours, but can't remember for sure. It may have been less. As far as the best units at AR, those on Oak Creek in the back would be preferred. However, I understand those are for owners and not for those trading in. In Sedona we also did the Pink Jeep Broken Arrow trip and would recommend it, however, it is expensive. We drove one long day out to Meteor Crater, Painted Desert and Petrified Forest. We were able to do that all in one day but it was a long day. We also went to Montezuma's Well and Montezuma's Castle (ancient cliff dwellings). Back to the resort, it isn't new and there isn't glitz and glitter, but it is clean, comfortable, well maintained and in a great location. Should we return to Sedona, I would try to get Arroyo Roble. If you have any specific questions, please ask and if I can remember, I'll be glad to reply to them. I see you are going to be there in May. That was a good time to be there. The weather was warm in the daytime but we needed a jacket or sweater at night. And, it was much cooler at Grand Canyon. Especially at night and early morning. That area is so beautiful. I know you'll have a great trip.