Sails In The Desert - Ayers Rock

$$$$||View on mapAyers Rock, AustraliaYulara Drive, Yulara, Ayers Rock, Australia, 0872|
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Sails In The Desert - Ayers Rock
Yulara Drive, Yulara, Ayers Rock, Australia, 0872·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.4Great
Location9.2
Cleanliness8.8
Comfort8.7
Free WiFi8.7
Staff8.7
Who stays here
Couples49%
Families32%
Groups11%
Solo8%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.4Great
Location9.2
Cleanliness8.8
Comfort8.7
Free WiFi8.7
Staff8.7
Who stays here
Couples49%
Families32%
Groups11%
Solo8%

5-star resort at the gateway to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park

Accommodations

Sails In The Desert offers 228 guestrooms and suites, including top-tier Deluxe Suites with multiple balconies and a private spa. Each room has air conditioning, a minibar, and tea and coffee making facilities. Some rooms also feature a private balcony with views of the pool or desert.

Dining & Lounges

The hotel has onsite dining at Ilkari Restaurant and Walpa Lobby Bar, with menus highlighting Australian flavors and local wines. Ilkari Restaurant serves buffet breakfast and dinner, while Walpa Lobby Bar offers a more casual setting. Guests also have access to other dining options within the Ayers Rock Resort complex, including Geckos Cafe and Kulata Academy Cafe.

Experiences & Cultural Activities

Sails In The Desert provides a Complimentary Indigenous Activities Program for resort guests, featuring cultural talks and demonstrations. The Mulgara Gallery on site showcases an impressive range of Indigenous art and original artworks throughout the public areas. Staff can organize outback experiences such as camel rides, scenic flights, and dinner under the stars.

Wellness & Recreation

The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool heated to 26 degrees, a tennis court, and a day spa offering relaxing treatments. Guests can also use the children's playground and the shallow end of the pool. For active travelers, tennis equipment and a fitness area are available on site.

Location & Certifications

Sails In The Desert is a 5-minute walk from the Uluru lookout and a 20-minute drive from Uluru itself. The hotel holds Advanced Ecotourism and Respecting Our Culture certifications, the first globally to receive both. Free return transfers are provided from Ayers Rock Airport, which is an 8-minute drive away.

  • Location: 5-min walk to Uluru lookout, 20-min drive to Uluru
  • Rooms: 228 rooms, Deluxe Suites with private spa balconies
  • Dining: Ilkari Restaurant buffet and Walpa Lobby Bar
  • Cultural Activities: Complimentary Indigenous Activities Program & Mulgara Gallery
  • Wellness: Outdoor pool heated to 26°C, tennis court, day spa
  • Family: Free stays for children under 15, playground, babysitting service
  • Transport: Free return airport transfers from Ayers Rock Airport
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of AUD 52.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Year renovated:2012
Number of rooms:208
Former name
Sails in the Desert Ayers Rock Resort
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Rooms and availability

Standard King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed4 Single beds
Superior Queen Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Double beds2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Snack bar

Shuttle

Free airport shuttle

Swimming pool

Seasonal outdoor pool

Spa and relaxation

Spa & wellness centre

Sports & Fitness

  • Tennis court

Services

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu
  • Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace
  • Ironing facilities
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Essential information about Sails In The Desert

💵 Lowest room price 207 £
📏 Distance to centre 13.7 km
✈️ Distance to airport 8.0 km
🧳 Nearest airport Ayers Rock, AYQ

Location

Yulara Drive, Yulara, Ayers Rock, Australia, 0872
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Yulara Drive, Yulara, Ayers Rock, Australia, 0872
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Yulara Drive, Yulara, Ayers Rock, Australia, 0872
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Yulara Cultural Centre
Maruku Arts
540 m
Restaurant
Gecko's Cafe
520 m

Reviews of Sails In The Desert

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FAQ about Sails In The Desert

What interesting sites can I visit not far from the Sails In The Desert hotel?
Guests of the Sails In The Desert hotel can visit Red Desert Reptiles (a few minutes' drive from the accommodation), or Maruku Arts placed 7 minutes' walk away.
Which airport is the closest to the 5-star Sails In The Desert?
The closest airport to the 5-star Sails In The Desert is Ayers Rock airport (10 km) and it is reachable with a 10-minute drive.
Is airport shuttle provided by Sails In The Desert?
Bus shuttle is one of the services offered by Sails In The Desert. Please inform the hotel staff about your estimated arrival time.
Is there a parking at the resort?
Yes, the resort offers complimentary private parking on site.
What are our dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Unfortunately, the hotel does not have on-site restaurants, but guests can dine just outside the property in a highly rated restaurant Ilkari Restaurant, offering moderately placed prices.
Can I have breakfast at the Sails In The Desert?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the Sails In The Desert.
What time is check-in and check-out at the 5-star Sails In The Desert hotel?
Guests of the 5-star Sails In The Desert hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 10:00.
How much does it cost to stay at Sails In The Desert hotel?
The price for a room in Sails In The Desert hotel starts at $287.
What payment methods are available in the resort?
At the resort, you can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa.
What room types are available at Sails In The Desert hotel?
Superior King Room and Superior Room are among the room types available at Sails In The Desert hotel.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at the Sails In The Desert?
Every suite at the Sails In The Desert includes a TV set and private bathrooms along with hair dryers and bathrobes.
Is there a swimming pool in Sails In The Desert hotel?
Yes, Sails In The Desert hotel features an outdoor pool.
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