Desert Gardens Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (1610 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 1610 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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Audrey Lane • family_with_children • ca
7
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Pei Fong • couple • au
8
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Frank Abdel • couple • us
3
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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narelle • couple • au
7
2026-05-19 • 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
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Felix • couple • au
10
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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VENUGOPALA • family_with_children • in
6
Fine for one night stay
Pros:

Only hotel around Uluru

Cons:

Costly and value for money

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Mandy • couple • au
8
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Chogyal • family_with_children • au
9
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • au
6
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Maeve • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Jost-Schmidiger • couple • ch
8
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • au
6
A bucket list trip that was exceptional despite being letdown on original accommodation booking.
Pros:

Staff were friendly and the location and facilities were good. Everyone knows you are a captive market and so the prices are excessive. However the fine dining was exceptional and getting around is easy.

Cons:

The price is excessively price gouging. My advice is use Accor and not booking.con as we were seriously ripped off and were refused cancellation when Accor was half the price!

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • au
8
Overall the accommodations were good but considering the expensive slightly better quality
Pros:

The hotel was very nice. The grounds were great. The restaurant was good, and the staff were very helpful. It was unfair that I had to pay more because I did not book breakfast, as I was not sure what my schedule would be until I arrived and booked trips.

Cons:

First of all, the seats on the balcony were old and frayed, and I would not risk sitting in them. For an expensive room, there was not even any water provided. The airconditioner was very noisy and I left it off.

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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MANAMI • solo_traveller • jp
8
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Olivia • couple • au
10
Had a beautiful weekend rest after four days of hiking and camping. Was a wonderful place to rest and refresh
Pros:

Everything was beautiful, easy walking paths and close to the town centre. Staff were wonderful

Cons:

Would have loved a water refill station outside of restaurant hours as the big bottle don’t fit under the bathroom sinks for refills

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Adam • solo_traveller • au
5
Pros:

Staff were friendly and helpful

Cons:

Very expensive. The operator is taking advantage of the captive market. No breakfast included, it was an extra 49 bucks per person unless you booked prior.
Facilities are quite aged and not worth the nightly rate

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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sophie • couple • fr
10
Super séjour
Pros:

La propreté et la proximité d uluru

Cons:

Les marches pour monter à la chambre

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Syed Abu • couple • gb
7
Calm, Tranquil and location is amazing
Pros:

Nice and peaceful resort. Nice big room. Offers lots of activities. Friendly staff. Great balcony views.

Cons:

Slightly overpriced but then again you are in the middle of nowhere. Perhaps having a ‘free cancellation’ would be good.

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Gordon • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee