Sails In The Desert - Ayers Rock
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Luxury resort at the gateway to Uluru, offering free cultural activities and world-first eco-certifications
Accommodations
Sails In The Desert offers 228 spacious guestrooms and suites with private balconies in some categories. Top-tier Deluxe Suites include multiple balconies and a private spa. Children under 15 stay free, and free return transfers from Ayers Rock Airport are included.
Dining
Guests dine at Ilkari Restaurant, which serves dishes highlighting unique Australian flavors and local wines. The Walpa Lobby Bar provides a relaxed setting for drinks and snacks. A snack bar and kids' meals are also available on-site.
Activities & Cultural Experiences
Sails In The Desert offers a free Indigenous Activities Program for guests, including painting wooden animals and storytelling. The Mulgara Gallery showcases an impressive collection of Indigenous art throughout the hotel. Access to outback experiences like camel rides and dinner under the stars is arranged by hotel staff.
Wellness & Pool
An outdoor swimming pool heated to 26 degrees Celsius is available year-round. The day spa offers luxurious treatments in a desert setting. A tennis court and a children's playground are also part of the hotel grounds.
Location & Eco-Credentials
The hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Uluru lookout and a 10-minute drive from Ayers Rock Airport. In 2024, Ayers Rock Resort became the first ECO Certified business globally to receive both Advanced Ecotourism and Respecting Our Culture certifications. These certifications recognize the resort's commitment to sustainability, cultural integrity, and Indigenous employment.
- Location: 5-minute walk to Uluru lookout, 10 min from airport
- Rooms: 228 rooms and suites, some with private spa
- Dining: Ilkari Restaurant, Walpa Lobby Bar, kids' meals
- Wellness: Heated outdoor pool, day spa, tennis court
- Sustainability: First globally with Advanced Ecotourism and Respecting Our Culture certifications
- Cultural: Free Indigenous Activities Program, Mulgara Gallery
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed4 Single beds
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:2 Double beds2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
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Shower
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Air conditioning
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour reception
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Snack bar
Free airport shuttle
Seasonal outdoor pool
Spa & wellness center
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 center
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Terrace
- Ironing facilities
Essential information about Sails In The Desert
| 💵 Lowest room price | 279 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 8.5 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 5.0 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Ayers Rock, AYQ |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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