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 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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2 full beds
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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
Ecotourism Australia
Ecotourism Australia

Guest reviews

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Gregory
United States United States
Professional, helpful staff. Pretty good restaurants, including a good (although somewhat pricey breakfast buffet.
Louise
Australia Australia
The shower was wonderful ,big shower head also with the exception of a hand held
Meg
Australia Australia
Organised, beautiful staff Good ambience with several calming areas to relax
Beverly
United States United States
Lovely property, very open and attractive gathering spaces indoors and out. Large pool area with comfortable options for seating/lounging. My room was nicely equipped, very quiet, and private. I loved it.
Jennifer
Australia Australia
Situated perfectly in Ayers Rock Resort, easy to walk or catch shuttle to amenities. Beds are super comfortable. Pool is lovely and welcome in the heat of the day. Staff are friendly and helpful.
Robert
United States United States
The hotel and grounds are well maintained. The rooms are recently updated and really lovely.
Alejandro
United States United States
Good location. Restaurants on site. Tours desk on site.
Holly
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
Very family friendly accommodation. Staff were so helpful and allowed us an earlier than planned check in as we had arrived before the 3pm check in time and with kids this is never an easy thing.
Alan
United States United States
The resort is lovely and definitely the best closest to Uluru. The beds are comfy and overall very attentive staff.
Arti
United States United States
Nice clean rooms. Plenty of food options on the property and even within walking distance to the hotel. Free laundry service was a big plus. Pool on site was too cold to swim, wish it was heated for winter use.

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Ilkari Restaurant
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner

Amenities of Sails in the Desert

Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

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