About this property
Perfectly positioned to make the most of the Australian outback, Sails in the Desert is just a 5-minute walk from the Uluru (Ayers Rock) lookout and is a great spot to take in the desert sunrise or sunset. The property features an outdoor swimming pool, a tennis court and a relaxing day spa. Sails in the Desert is located at the gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Uluru is a 20-minute drive away, and Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) is a 40-minute drive from the property. Ayers Rock Airport (Uluru, Connellan Airport) is an 8-minute drive from Sails in the Desert and free return transfers are available from this airport only. The air-conditioned rooms have a mini-bar and tea and coffee making facilities. Each room has a private bathroom with bathrobes, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some rooms also have a private balcony. The property also features a bar and a range of dining options. The staff can assist you to organize a range of outback experiences including camel rides, scenic flights and dinner under the stars. The decor at Sails in the Desert is inspired by Aboriginal culture, and the hotel features original Aboriginal artworks throughout the public areas and in the guest rooms. The onsite Mulgara Gallery also showcases an impressive range of Indigenous art. In 2024, Ayers Rock Resort became the first ECO Certified business globally to be awarded both Advanced Ecotourism and Respecting Our Culture certifications, recognizing our commitment to sustainability, cultural integrity, and responsible tourism that supports Indigenous employment, local enterprise, and environmental care.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Spa
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Free parking
- Bar
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Kammye
United States“The location and shuttle bus were very good and the staff were all friendly and helpful.” - Eddie United States“Excellent location for Ayers Rock . Trips ran from hotel Resort amenities a few minutes walk away Loved the free washing facility”
- Jonathan United States“Dinner and breakfast was always a buffet and sometimes you just want a light bite. Barista coffees were extra in the buffets. It seemed like gouging.”
- Nancy United States“Conveniently located, the property is lovely - perhaps the best in the area. My room was spacious, comfortable, and well-appointed. Great onsite dining and shopping options for the Uluru experience!”
- Michael United States“Location, comfortable, relaxed, clean, beautiful pool.”
- Ann United States“Room was comfortable.We ate lunch on site. Great food and was priced accordingly .”
Donna United States“This was a beautiful accommodation for our last stop in Australia. There are amenities all within walking distance from Sails in the Desert which was great. The staff and hotel were everything we wanted. I would definitely stay here again.”- Melissa United States“We enjoyed our stay at Sails at the Desert. The rooms were big, the resort handled most logistics which made travel easier, parking was readily available each time and the staff were nice. We didn't use the free airport shuttle provided by the...”
- Laurin United States“Staff was very helpful when one of our tours fell apart. Tia made it so we could see Uluru at sunrise before we had to go to the airport. Without her we would have missed seeing the rock! Everyone was pleasant, helpful, and facility was clean...”
- Brinda United States“Location was perfect for sightseeing, there was included pick up from airport, great amenities, food was great at the restaurants.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Ilkari Restaurant
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Please note, there is a 0.9% credit card surcharge when using a credit card.
Please note that there is a surcharge 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/travel. We do not accept cash as method of payment in the resort, only accepted at IGA Supermarket & Shell Service Station.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.
