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Discovery Parks - Glen Helen

1 Namatjira Dr, West Macdonnell Ranges , 0871 Glen Helen, Australia – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 146 reviews)

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8.1
Very Good
146 reviews

Outlook over the gorge rock walls was fabulous. Very short walk to the gorge. Great outdoor bar area.

Karen Australia

The location was fantastic, staff helpful and meal very good

Kerry Australia

Nice place, close to the river, where is a small sandy beach (and no crocodiles). Quite, clean, comfortable room, what you could expect from the motel room. Good enough breakfast. Option for dinner (next restaurant - many kilometers...). Option for your cloths: large washer and drier with coins for the common use. Good place to stay when visiting all the sightseeing areas nearby.

Kestutis Finland

Great rooms, we’ll appointed and conveniently located amongst all the sites of the West McD Ranges

Nick Australia

Amazing location with escarpment views right at the door. Swimming and exploring Glen Helen gorge a short walk away. Other hikes and places to explore along the West Macdonnell Ranges quite close. Very cute, comfy, clean room. Nice outdoor deck to sit and eat meals.

Wendy Australia

escarpment view apartments were wonderful- quiet and cosy with everything we needed. great staff and fantastic breakfasts.

Diane New Zealand

Great location - beautiful view. Updated rooms - good shower, comfy bed, quiet. Excellent meal and great service from the chef and bar staff. There is no choice in this area really but they go out of their way to provide an excellent offering

Rosemary United Kingdom

Rooms were very clean and looked like newly renovated. fantastic location, river was great to swim in and we had a front cabin which had a fantastic view.

Jeremy Australia

Really enjoyed the waterhole site location of this superb outback region. Warm, unpretentious welcome and setting added to the overall ambience.

Lesley Australia

They offer comfortable, secure accommodations in a remote location near wonderful hikes and walks. The site itself has a restaurant with good dinners and a long deck outside facing the river and a lovely red rock outcropping. It has a shared laundry.

Phoebe United States of America
8.1
Very Good
146 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Outlook over the gorge rock walls was fabulous. Very short walk to the gorge. Great outdoor bar area.”
    Karen Karen Australia Australia
  • “The location was fantastic, staff helpful and meal very good”
    Kerry Kerry Australia Australia
  • “Nice place, close to the river, where is a small sandy beach (and no crocodiles). Quite, clean, comfortable room, what you could expect from the motel room. Good enough breakfast.”
    Kestutis Kestutis Finland Finland
  • “Great rooms, we’ll appointed and conveniently located amongst all the sites of the West McD Ranges”
    Nick Nick Australia Australia
  • “Amazing location with escarpment views right at the door. Swimming and exploring Glen Helen gorge a short walk away. Other hikes and places to explore along the West Macdonnell Ranges quite close.”
    Wendy Wendy Australia Australia
  • “escarpment view apartments were wonderful- quiet and cosy with everything we needed. great staff and fantastic breakfasts.”
    Diane Diane New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Great location - beautiful view. Updated rooms - good shower, comfy bed, quiet. Excellent meal and great service from the chef and bar staff.”
    Rosemary Rosemary United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Rooms were very clean and looked like newly renovated. fantastic location, river was great to swim in and we had a front cabin which had a fantastic view.”
    Jeremy Jeremy Australia Australia
  • “Really enjoyed the waterhole site location of this superb outback region. Warm, unpretentious welcome and setting added to the overall ambience.”
    Lesley Lesley Australia Australia
  • “They offer comfortable, secure accommodations in a remote location near wonderful hikes and walks.”
    Phoebe Phoebe United States of America United States of America

Categories:

  • Staff 8.9
  • Facilities 8.2
  • Cleanliness 8.8
  • Comfort 8.8
  • Value for money 7.8
  • Location 9.5
High score for Glen Helen
8.1
Very Good
146 reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
7.8
Location
9.5
High score for Glen Helen
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Glen Helen Homestead Lodge is located within West MacDonnell National Park, 6.8 mi from the Ormiston Gorge. It offers an outdoor barbecue area, a beer garden and an outdoor pool with a natural swimming hole.

Guests can choose to stay in a lively dorm room or in the comfort of their own private room. Some rooms offer air-conditioning and views of Glen Helen Gorge.

The staff at the information desk can arrange for personalized tours with an experienced guide. Helicopter flights and nature tours can also be arranged.

Namatjira Restaurant and Gallery features a cozy outback setting. Guests can relax by the open log fire while enjoying local cuisine.

Glen Helen Homestead Lodge is located 81 mi from Alice Springs. The property serves as a great base to explore the surrounding areas.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Discovery Parks - Glen Helen has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Aug 23, 2012

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Most popular amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Free parking
Family rooms
Bar
Breakfast

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

Free Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Pool table

Hiking

Entertainment staff

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Availability

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
1 full bed
and
2 bunk beds
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 full bed
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
7.8
Location
9.5
High score for Glen Helen
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Karen
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Outlook over the gorge rock walls was fabulous. Very short walk to the gorge. Great outdoor bar area.”
  • Kerry
    AustraliaAustralia
    “The location was fantastic, staff helpful and meal very good”
  • Kestutis
    FinlandFinland
    “Nice place, close to the river, where is a small sandy beach (and no crocodiles). Quite, clean, comfortable room, what you could expect from the motel room. Good enough breakfast. Option for dinner (next restaurant - many kilometers...). Option...”
  • Nick
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Great rooms, we’ll appointed and conveniently located amongst all the sites of the West McD Ranges”
  • Wendy
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Amazing location with escarpment views right at the door. Swimming and exploring Glen Helen gorge a short walk away. Other hikes and places to explore along the West Macdonnell Ranges quite close. Very cute, comfy, clean room. Nice outdoor deck to...”
  • Diane
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “escarpment view apartments were wonderful- quiet and cosy with everything we needed. great staff and fantastic breakfasts.”
  • Rosemary
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Great location - beautiful view. Updated rooms - good shower, comfy bed, quiet. Excellent meal and great service from the chef and bar staff. There is no choice in this area really but they go out of their way to provide an excellent offering”
  • Jeremy
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Rooms were very clean and looked like newly renovated. fantastic location, river was great to swim in and we had a front cabin which had a fantastic view.”
  • Lesley
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Really enjoyed the waterhole site location of this superb outback region. Warm, unpretentious welcome and setting added to the overall ambience.”
  • Phoebe
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “They offer comfortable, secure accommodations in a remote location near wonderful hikes and walks. The site itself has a restaurant with good dinners and a long deck outside facing the river and a lovely red rock outcropping. It has a shared...”
Property questions and answers
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  • is there going to be a fun-time new years party?
    G'day thank you for your enquiry. Glen Helen will be open for New Years Eve but unfortunately there are no plans for any events this year.
    Answered on 26 November 2021
  • fridge in the room?
    Bar fridge supplied
    Answered on 30 January 2022
  • Hi Is there a restaurant in the lodge that serves lunch to guests and guests public visitors? Thanks!
    Hi, we have restaurant for inhouse guests and public visitors. Regards
    Answered on 15 July 2022
  • Hi, in the event of covid related border closure within the 14 days would the lodge be able to offer free cancellation?
    Thank you for your enquiry. Yes a full refund would be offered for any Covid related cancellations.
    Answered on 21 October 2021
  • I'm a 65 year old teacher who will be travelling to Alice with my husband John in late June 2020. We would like to spend 3 or 4 nights at Glen Helen R..
    Hi Kerry, There are plenty of walks in the area ranging from mild to moderate in ability. These are sections of the Larapinta Trail on Namatjira Drive..
    Answered on 2 January 2020
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Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
  • The Namatjira Gallery Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Australian • Local
Resort Facilities at Discovery Parks - Glen Helen
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2
Most popular amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Free parking
Family rooms
Bar
Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Entertainment staff
  • Hiking
  • Pool table
Media & Technology
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Packed lunches
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Fenced pool
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Discovery Parks - Glen Helen takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 17 and above are considered 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.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Eftpos Cash is not accepted Discovery Parks - Glen Helen accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Glen Helen Homestead Lodge in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with Visa or Mastercard credit cards.
Please note that this property does not accept payments with American Express credit cards.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Please inform Discovery Parks - Glen Helen of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Discovery Parks - Glen Helen

  • Discovery Parks - Glen Helen is 1,500 feet from the center of Glen Helen.

  • The prices at Discovery Parks - Glen Helen may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Discovery Parks - Glen Helen include:

    • Family
    • Triple
    • Double

  • Guests staying at Discovery Parks - Glen Helen can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish

  • Check-in at Discovery Parks - Glen Helen is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Discovery Parks - Glen Helen offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Pool table
    • Swimming pool
    • Entertainment staff

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Discovery Parks - Glen Helen has 1 restaurant:

    • The Namatjira Gallery Restaurant

  • Yes, Discovery Parks - Glen Helen is popular with guests booking family stays.