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.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

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

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Guest review summary
This is an automated summary based on 123 reviews from the past 12 months.
Guests loved the prime <b>location</b> and <b>friendly staff</b> at Sails in the Desert. The <b>swimming pool</b> and <b>room comfort</b> were also praised. However, guests had mixed feelings about the <b>breakfast</b> and restaurant options, noting limited variety and high prices. <b>Value for money</b> was a common concern.
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Staff
8.4
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
7.1
Location
9.2
Free Wifi
8.0
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Michael
    United States of America United States of America
    Location, comfortable, relaxed, clean, beautiful pool.
  • Ann
    United States of America United States of America
    Room was comfortable.We ate lunch on site. Great food and was priced accordingly .
  • Donna
    United States of America United States of America
    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 of America United States of America
    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 of America United States of America
    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 of America United States of America
    Location was perfect for sightseeing, there was included pick up from airport, great amenities, food was great at the restaurants.
  • Marta
    Australia Australia
    I liked the size of the rooms and the balcony with the view of Uluru. The breakfast options were great. My son liked the activities for kids.
  • Susan
    United States of America United States of America
    The Red Center is an amazing location. This is a beautiful hotel. The rooms were large and well supplied. It was unexpectedly hot, so we spent many afternoons in their pool.
  • Monika
    Australia Australia
    The room was spacious and quiet. The little fridge was hidden behind a cupboard door, so you could barely hear it at night. Beautiful modern bathroom. A comfy day bed to read on. Ilkari restaurant had an exceptionally good breakfast buffet. Very...
  • Jo
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Rooms were great. Clean and well equipped, with nice toiletries. Dinner in Arnguli Grill at Desert Sands was amazing. Lovely drinks and light meals at the pool bar.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Ilkari Restaurant
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner

Amenities of Sails in the Desert
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities

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

Bathroom

  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Outdoors

  • Terrace
  • Garden

Activities

  • Tennis equipment
  • Playground
  • Tennis court

Media & Technology

  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Kids' meals
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Front Desk Services

    • Concierge
    • ATM on site
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • 24-hour front desk

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Babysitting/Child services
      Additional charge

    Cleaning Services

    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business Facilities

    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Safe

    General

    • Shuttle service
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Packed lunches
    • Hair/Beauty salon
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Airport shuttle
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service

    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!

    • Seasonal
    • Shallow end

    Spa

    • Spa
      Additional charge

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Sails in the Desert takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM
    Check-out
    Until 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    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.

    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.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubEftposCash

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note, there is a 1.4% 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.

    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.

    FAQs about Sails in the Desert

    • The prices at Sails in the Desert may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Sails in the Desert is 4.3 miles from the center of Ayers Rock. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

    • Sails in the Desert offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Spa
      • Playground
      • Tennis court
      • Tennis equipment
      • Swimming pool

    • Sails in the Desert has 1 restaurant:

      • Ilkari Restaurant

    • Check-in at Sails in the Desert is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Room options at Sails in the Desert include:

      • Double