Desert Gardens Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (1674 reviews)
Yulara Drive, Yulara , Ayers Rock , au
+61 1300 134 044

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Good amenities
Cons:
High prices
Cleanliness issues
Unfriendly staff

Categories

Cleanliness
7.51
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, like dried leaves and mould.
Service
8.68
Staff described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating.
Location
9.02
Loved the proximity to Uluru and easy access to attractions.
Room Quality
7.97
Rooms were generally comfortable but mentioned flooding and small sizes.
Amenities
8.3
The pool and breakfast offerings received positive remarks.
Value for Money
7.46
Some guests felt the prices were high for the quality received.
Food and Beverage
8.51
Multiple mentions of excellent dining experiences.
Overall Experience
8.18
General satisfaction with a few caveats related to pricing and amenities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 03:03

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views
Desert Gardens Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms, some with a private balcony or views of Ayers Rock (Uluru). Each room includes a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, and a TV with movies-on-demand.

Relaxation and Dining Options
Guests can unwind in the outdoor pool or enjoy cocktails at the Mangata Bar. The hotel's restaurant, Arnguli Grill, offers a delectable a la carte menu of traditional Australian cuisine.

Convenient Location and Complimentary Services
Located amidst native gardens, the hotel is a short distance from spa facilities, shops, and cafes. Free shuttle bus services and transfers from Ayers Rock Airport are provided. Explore the Uluru Lookout just 1.5 km away or take a 40-minute drive to Kata Tjuta for a memorable experience.

Book your stay at Desert Gardens Hotel for an unforgettable desert getaway.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 0.9% charge when you pay with a (Visa, Mastercard, American Express etc) credit card.

For updated COVID restriction to the destination, please visit https://coronavirus.nt.gov.au/travelGuests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: AYQ

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for AUD 70 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1674 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.51
Service: 8.68
Location: 9.02
Room Quality: 7.97
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 7.46
Food and Beverage: 8.51
Overall Experience: 8.18
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Jan • solo_traveller • cz
9
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Carles • extended_group • es
9
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Torben • family_with_children • de
8
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Bronneberg • couple • au
8
Pros:

The restaurant Arnguli was excellent. Our room was spacious and the beds were very comfortable.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Mathias • extended_group • be
4
Overpriced tourist-trap not worth the visit
Cons:

Het hotel is uitgeleefd. De kamers oud. De centrale ruimtes gevoelloos en koud.

De dienstverlening is zwak, met fake vriendelijkheid, en betuttelende aanpak van de gasten, maar geen echte wil om de klant te helpen.

De kamers zijn enorm overpriced

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Sonam • extended_group • au
7
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Sebastian • family_with_children • de
5
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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MIAO • extended_group • au
10
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Natasha • couple • au
10
Pretty good
Pros:

Was great
Service was good

Cons:

I’d personally like to see more aboriginal people working there.

No one helped my 80 year old grandparents with 2 heavy bags to their room ages away.

Tho there was a great aboriginal guy that did help them when leaving .
He was very friendly

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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AM • family_with_children • ca
7
Pros:

It was comfortable.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Natascha • solo_traveller • at
6
Gute Mittelklasse Option
Pros:

Gute Mittelklasse-Option in einer schönen Parkanlage mit fairem Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis. Zimmer sind wirklich ok.Wer mehr Luxus möchte, sollte das Sails in the Desert wählen.

Cons:

Frühstücksbuffet würde ich auf keinen Fall dazubuchen – es ist wirklich nicht gut. Badezimmer sind nicht schön:

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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S. • solo_traveller • nl
6
Pros:

Vriendelijk personeel, prima bed.

Cons:

De kamers zagen er in eerste instantie oke uit, bed lag prima. Echter voor 4 sterrenhotel verwacht je geen schimmel in de badkamer, een douchedeur die niet sluit, handdoekrek die scheef hangt, verfklodders op de grond. Zeker niet voor de prijs die we hebben betaald en excl. ontbijt is.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Olivia • family_with_children • au
8
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Christine • solo_traveller • au
8
Overall we have a great stay in this hotel and will recommend it to others.😋
Pros:

What I really like about this property is during pick up and drop off for any tours this hotel is always the first stop.😊 Beds are comfy and spacious.

Cons:

The pool is not heated so we can’t use it during winter.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Kerri • couple • au
6
Understand you are paying for a remote area however definitely not worth the money!
Pros:

The location is great, the academy cafe in town is amazing.

Cons:

Dirty walls, dirty toilet, dirty bin, holes in wall that have been filled in badly. Ceiling had a leak at some point and paint flaking off. Bed soft, air con noisy. Front door had a large crack in the wood, balcony furniture is falling apart and sticks into your legs. The smell of sewage from the bathroom drains is disgusting and fills the room with the stench!

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • family_with_children • us
7
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Cathy • extended_group • au
9
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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xiangyi • extended_group • au
7
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Belinda • family_with_children • au
8
Comfy and convenient
Pros:

Lovely, comfortable, and convenient.

Cons:

The pool is not heated in winter. The kids would have loved a swim but the water was too cold (even for them!)

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • us
6
Overpriced hotel with minimal amenities. The nature is astounding, but the tourist activities are hard to book and medio
Pros:

The rooms are fairly good, and the porch is very nice. The staff is friendly, if a bit overwhelmed when checking in bus loads of guests. The nature is astounding.

Cons:

This was the most expensive hotel by far for our trip to Australia, and is not a good value. The HVAC is not very adjustable, and the maintenance staff does not know how to operate it. We eventually determined which of the mysterious buttons meant Max AC, Max Heat, and Automatic for a temp that was not adjustable. The WiFi was generally not connected to any internet. There is no desk in the room. The activities sell out well before guest arrival, and the self-guided activities are not well supported. Paying over a $100 to visit Uluru (the big rock) on your own is one thing, but to not even have access to a paper map seems unreasonable.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee