Desert Gardens Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (1618 reviews)
Yulara Drive, Yulara , Ayers Rock , au

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Free beach shuttle
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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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.

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 1618 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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Dwyer • couple • au
7
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Tania • couple • au
9
Great stay but quite pricey.
Pros:

Well located and nicely landscaped. Comfortable room.

Cons:

Nothing to complain about at all.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • au
7
A very pleasant stay overall.
Pros:

The staff were lovely and tried there hardest to accommodate all aspects of our stay

Cons:

The beds were not made well, after the first night stay the top sheet wasn't pulled up and the bottom sheet wasn't straightened you could still see the imprints of our bodies in the bed.
The next day after being out of the room from 8.30am to 3.30pm no one had serviced the room at all, I went down to reception and they organized for someone to come and do it.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Apinyar • extended_group • th
1
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Property will charge late check out even though only 1 hour late. Air conditioner, room and all furniture are just usable but not worth to the price.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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stephanie • couple • au
9
Quite simply, I would visit again. Warm sun, blue sky, activities if you want them and good food.
Pros:

Excellent location for exploring Uluru and Kata Tjuka. We did not have breakfast - too expensive if you only want a light breakfast.
The room was comfortable but rubbish was left in our room on arrival and the balcony had not been cleaned. The hair dryer was missing and when it was replaced the box was just dumped on the bathroom floor.
We enjoyed the space and outlook of the rooms onto the bush.

Cons:

See comment above regarding the room.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Tamaki • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Ken • solo_traveller • au
8
宿泊の選択肢が少ないウルルでは、ベターな選択肢！
Pros:

部屋は清潔で毎日清掃が入る。ツアーバスの起点になることが多いので座席を選べる。どこへでも歩いていける。レストランのMangata がおいしかった。

Cons:

枕が柔らかすぎて寝にくかった。バルコニーに出るサッシが開かない。チェックインやチェックアウトは長蛇の列でかなり待たされる。場所柄仕方ないが、部屋に時々虫がいる。シャワーの水圧が弱い。どのツアーバスに乗れば良いのか毎回迷うがホテルスタッフはノーケア。

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Dieter • couple • de
8
Niicht unbedingt empfehlenswert, gibt es aber Alternativen?
Pros:

Großes Zimmer
Die Lage war gut zum „ Zentrum „ und zum NP

Cons:

Das Personal war nicht besonders freundlich
Beim Abendessen wurde ich versuchsweise über den Tisch gezogen beim Bezahlen!
Das Essen war geschmacklos, ohne Gewürze
Massenbetrieb im gehobenen Restaurant und mit sehr laut; keine Ambiente

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Liz • couple • au
9
Pros:

Quiet

Cons:

Buses are expensive to use

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Yoshihiro • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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YANG • couple • cn
10
非常好
Pros:

位置很好

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • au
10
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Zoltan • solo_traveller • hu
8
Overpriced.
Pros:

Big room.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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MALCOLM • couple • gb
5
Very expensive and mediocre quality.
Pros:

Easy parking.
Pleasant staff.
Good size room and bathroom.

Cons:

Ridiculously expensive for condition of property.
Gardens were just piles of pebbles and dead tree stumps.
Old carpets in room.
No form of ventilation in bathroom.
Smelly drains.
Very limited menus at all restaurants.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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TONI • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

I loved everything about our stay at Desert Gardens Hotel. Our room very comfortable, my grandson was so excited to have his own queen size bed. We were close to the; restaurants, pool, laundry, gallery, theatre and shops were just a short walk away.
We enjoyed the variety of free activities suited for different age groups. To book any tours was simple with the help from the reception staff who made it very easy.
We really enjoyed the sunrise and sunset tours and what an experience that was. I haven't stopped talking about it.
From the weapons talk and bush food talks I found very interesting and very well presented. I can't wait to share what I learnt with my students. It was wonderful learning about our rich cultural heritage and the stories from this country, Yulara.
If you want to experience the red centre, Uluru at anytime of the day, see a million stars, taste great food and maybe see camels, just to name a few things.
Just come.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Harper • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Pei Fong • couple • au
8
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Audrey Lane • family_with_children • ca
7
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Frank Abdel • couple • us
3
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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LIzzie • family_with_children • gb
9
Two days wasn't long enough!
Pros:

The room and bathroom were spotlessly clean and had some things we hadn't expected like a safe and a fridge. The housekeeping staff were brilliant - cheerful and responsive. Kaiza on the front desk was super-helpful and we found all the arrangements and activities offered were excellent. The staff were knowledgeable about when various trips would depart and how long they were etc which was excellent.

Cons:

That we couldn't stay longer! :-)

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee