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Sails in the Desert

Yulara Drive, Yulara, 0872 Ayers Rock, Australia – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 335 reviews)

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8.3
Very Good
335 reviews

rooms were clean, bed was comfy, great location and quiet.

Nanette United States of America

Wonderful stay, with very pleasant low rise surroundings. Food was very good with options to suit. The room was spacious and beautifully looked after, it was a pleasure to come back each evening after our adventures. The gardens were a credit to the staff, and had a lovely Australian theme. Would recommend a stay.

Pamela Australia

Beautiful setting. Staff and facilities were great! Loved the buffet in the restaurant. Loved the proximity to everything and the village-like feel of the place.

Kylie Australia

Design and gardens and rooms were beautifully done.

Maiden Australia

The location was perfect , easy access to get around. The shuttle bus made it easy.

Maree Australia

service from all staff was outstanding. The room was clean and very comfortable, maybe slightly dated but you’re not there to stay inside. New bathrooms in the room made 3 girls very happy. I was surprised at the quality of the food given the distance from main centres and also the use of local ingredients tied into the dishes and drinks too was very clever and well thought out. The buffet dinner was great, especially with a child 👍🏻 The pool area was a favourite hangout - it would have been great to have a few more sun loungers available, but it was very comfortable especially under the sails out of the direct sunlight when the temps rose in the afternoon. The cocktails were amazing!!!

Carol Australia

We like the rooms and breakfast was amazing. Dinner was amazing too

Maria Australia

Excellent hotel for such a unique location. Fabulous rooms and bathroom as well as hotel restaurants and amenities.

Maximo Australia

Sails was an oasis to return to after exploring Uluru and Kata Tjuta. The pool, the room and the restaurants were fantastic.

Kara Australia

the pool was a great size and clean. The rooms were good sizes

Carlee New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
335 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “rooms were clean, bed was comfy, great location and quiet.”
    Nanette Nanette United States of America United States of America
  • “Wonderful stay, with very pleasant low rise surroundings. Food was very good with options to suit.”
    Pamela Pamela Australia Australia
  • “Beautiful setting. Staff and facilities were great! Loved the buffet in the restaurant. Loved the proximity to everything and the village-like feel of the place.”
    Kylie Kylie Australia Australia
  • “Design and gardens and rooms were beautifully done.”
    Maiden Maiden Australia Australia
  • “The location was perfect , easy access to get around. The shuttle bus made it easy.”
    Maree Maree Australia Australia
  • “service from all staff was outstanding. The room was clean and very comfortable, maybe slightly dated but you’re not there to stay inside. New bathrooms in the room made 3 girls very happy.”
    Carol Carol Australia Australia
  • “We like the rooms and breakfast was amazing. Dinner was amazing too”
    Maria Maria Australia Australia
  • “Excellent hotel for such a unique location. Fabulous rooms and bathroom as well as hotel restaurants and amenities.”
    Maximo Maximo Australia Australia
  • “Sails was an oasis to return to after exploring Uluru and Kata Tjuta. The pool, the room and the restaurants were fantastic.”
    Kara Kara Australia Australia
  • “the pool was a great size and clean. The rooms were good sizes”
    Carlee Carlee New Zealand New Zealand

Categories:

  • Staff8.8
  • Facilities 8.5
  • Cleanliness 9.0
  • Comfort 9.0
  • Value for money 7.2
  • Location 9.4
  • Free WiFi7.7
High score for Ayers Rock

Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Sails in the Desert

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 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Sails in the Desert has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jun 22, 2010

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Most popular amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Ilkari Restaurant
Spa
Facilities for disabled guests
Room service
Free parking
Bar
Breakfast

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

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

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
2 full beds
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
7.2
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
7.7
High score for Ayers Rock
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Nanette
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “rooms were clean, bed was comfy, great location and quiet.”
  • Pamela
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Wonderful stay, with very pleasant low rise surroundings. Food was very good with options to suit. The room was spacious and beautifully looked after, it was a pleasure to come back each evening after our adventures. The gardens were a credit to...”
  • Kylie
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Beautiful setting. Staff and facilities were great! Loved the buffet in the restaurant. Loved the proximity to everything and the village-like feel of the place.”
  • Maiden
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Design and gardens and rooms were beautifully done.”
  • M
    Maree
    AustraliaAustralia
    “The location was perfect , easy access to get around. The shuttle bus made it easy.”
  • Carol
    AustraliaAustralia
    “service from all staff was outstanding. The room was clean and very comfortable, maybe slightly dated but you’re not there to stay inside. New bathrooms in the room made 3 girls very happy. I was surprised at the quality of the food given the...”
  • Maria
    AustraliaAustralia
    “We like the rooms and breakfast was amazing. Dinner was amazing too”
  • Maximo
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Excellent hotel for such a unique location. Fabulous rooms and bathroom as well as hotel restaurants and amenities.”
  • Kara
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Sails was an oasis to return to after exploring Uluru and Kata Tjuta. The pool, the room and the restaurants were fantastic.”
  • Carlee
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “the pool was a great size and clean. The rooms were good sizes”
Property questions and answers
Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property
  • Is it a king size bed?
    Our hotel offers either 1x King bed or 2x Queen beds
    Answered on 19 January 2020
  • Are you able to provide 2 queen beds instead of a double?
    You are able to request 2 queen beds OR 1 king bed depending on your preference. Please ensure you specify your request at the time of booking.
    Answered on 27 August 2020
Hotel area info *
1 Restaurant On Site

    Ilkari Restaurant

    Open for: Breakfast, Dinner

    Menu: Buffet & À La Carte

Amenities of Sails in the Desert
Most popular amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Ilkari Restaurant
Spa
Facilities for disabled guests
Room service
Free parking
Bar
Breakfast
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
    Sustainability initiatives
    This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

    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

    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 16 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.

    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 supplements may apply.

    Mastercard Visa Eftpos Diners Club American Express Sails in the Desert accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print

    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.

    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.

    Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    Swimming pool #1: Closed from Fri, Jan 28, 2022 until Mon, Mar 07, 2022

    FAQs about Sails in the Desert

    • Guests staying at Sails in the Desert can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 5.8).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Buffet

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

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

    • Sails in the Desert is 4.3 miles from the center of Ayers Rock.

    • 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.

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

    • Sails in the Desert has 1 restaurant:

      • Ilkari Restaurant

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

    • Room options at Sails in the Desert include:

      • Double