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Sails In The Desert

3.5 star property
Enjoy the spa at this 3.5-star Yulara hotel

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Bar (on property)
Superior Room with Wintjiri Wiru Experience | WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Shower, hydromassage showerhead, free toiletries
Outdoor pool

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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163 Yulara Drive, Yulara, NT, 0872
  • Place, Uluru
  • Place, Mulgara Gallery
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ayers Rock, NT (AYQ-Connellan)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room Request Two Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room - Request King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4

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WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room - Request Two Queens

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Yulara

In Yulara .At this Yulara hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Mulgara Gallery and 3 miles (5 km) of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Mala Walk is within 12 miles (20 km) and Uluru is within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Mulgara Gallery - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles
  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Mala Walk - 18 min drive - 14.3 miles
  • Kata Tjuta - 43 min drive - 39.7 miles

Getting around

  • Ayers Rock, NT (AYQ-Connellan) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Outback Pioneer Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Walpa Lobby Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Outback Pioneer BBQ - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Kulata Academy Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mangata - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Sails In The Desert

Enjoy the spa at this 3.5-star Yulara hotel
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee. Sails In The Desert offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free during limited hours. Spa services, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Sails In The Desert. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Yulara hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Air-conditioned accommodations at Sails In The Desert offer complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to patios. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Red Ochre Spa. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free internet
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Airport shuttle available during limited hours
  • Self parking on site (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 0.9 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 0.9 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Property is also known as

Sails In The Desert Hotel
Sails In The Desert Yulara
Sails In The Desert Hotel Yulara

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sails In The Desert to the airport?

Sails In The Desert is 5 mi (11-min drive) away from the Ayers Rock, NT (AYQ-Connellan) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sails In The Desert have an airport shuttle?

Sails In The Desert offers a free airport shuttle, available during limited hours.

Does Sails In The Desert offer free breakfast?

Sails In The Desert does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sails In The Desert?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sails In The Desert?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Sails In The Desert?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for a fee.

Does Sails In The Desert have a pool?

Sails In The Desert features an outdoor pool.

Does Sails In The Desert have a spa?

Yes, this hotel has a spa.

How close is Sails In The Desert to downtown Yulara?

Sails In The Desert is 0.4 mi away from Yulara.

Sails In The Desert Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 232 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 232 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 232 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 232 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 232 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness
The room (shower in particular) smelled of sewage. And since housekeeping did not clean the bathroom or even vacuum, I guess no one knew until we stayed in the room. We had unpacked so I did not try to move rooms, so I don't know if this is common. Housekeeping just made the bed - did not even give us fresh cups and glasses. I would have preferred no housekeeping and then would not have had expectations of a clean room. I should have complained earlier in our stay, but I kept thinking it was a one-off issue and would get better.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill, Caldwell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
During a 5 night stay, room was not serviced.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel very well located. Excellent facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms , very helpful staff. Good food.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the room was very comfortable, and well sized. The bar and the patio dining were very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

GUY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are spacious and clean. Breakfast is good buffet with planty of choices. Two queen beds. No gym but a big swimming pool. Gluten free bread in the restaurant.the place is crowded with bugs and flies like all Australia. Many animals around which is very nice. The dessert around is red and spectacular. A nice place to visit. 2 days are a bit too much. Go in the evening to outback restaurants place which has an amazing singer food and atmosphere. Eventually there are two nice big rocks and dessert views. Not much else to do. Consider other places to waste your money and time
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Drinks are very good. Service great. Enjoyed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

lesley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was large, comfortable beds loved the push button shower overall a good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikesh

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A brillaint place to be at when visiting uluru.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Takayoshi

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful hotel on the Esplanade in Cairns. We a slight issue that Amanda at the desk took care of right away. We enjoyed seeing her smiling face as we left for our adventures. The room was clean and tidy. They have a van that will take you to the wharf 4 times a day. We walked to the wharf it was a short 20 minute enjoyable stroll down on the Esplanade. Less than a 10 minute walk on the Esplanade was Muddy's Cafe our favorite place for breakfast to start the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outdoor area clean, staff very friendly and helpful as were the bar and restaurant too. Room clean and spacious with a good shower
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A solid 7 out of 10
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niroshan B

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an excellent time there with my family. This was our best holiday after COVID, and the staff were very friendly. The place is also nice and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Siu Hung Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Herin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay at Sails in the Desert. The rooms were spacious, clean, and beautifully designed with touches that reflected the local landscape. The staff were warm and attentive. The dining options, however, could be improved. Vegetarian and vegan choices were very limited, and it would have been better to see more variety, especially considering the price of the buffet breakfast and dinner. For the cost, a wider range of options would make the dining experience much more enjoyable. Overall, the resort offered a relaxing and memorable stay, with its proximity to Uluru making it the perfect base for exploring the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely hotel. Staff were friendly. Pool bar and area around very clean and pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Zakaria

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asiem

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Irene

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Much better than some comments indicated. It was immaculate and the staff was very helpful. The rooms were large.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Clean. Great location. Restaurant had good food. Easy to get around and walk to near by stores
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025