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Sails In The Desert

5.0 star property
Luxurious 5-star hotel with spa

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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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

Room options

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WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room Request Two Queen Beds

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

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WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room - Request King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4

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WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room - Request Two Queens

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Yulara

Yulara retreat .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 - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Mala Walk - 20 min drive - 14.7 miles
  • Kata Tjuta - 50 min drive - 40.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mangata - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Outback Pioneer BBQ - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Outback Pioneer Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Outback Kiosk - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Walpa Lobby Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Sails In The Desert

Luxurious 5-star hotel with spa
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 the luxury Sails In The Desert. Parking is available for a fee.

This 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.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Sails In The Desert?

As of May 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sails In The Desert on May 29, 2026 start from $326, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 269 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 269 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 269 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 269 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 269 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth, Berkeley Heights

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, free self-serve laundry, pleasant staff, and very well-organized transportation
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Alfred

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant staff, nice large room with great a/c, comfortable beds. Oasis in the desert.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice hotel and resort. Everything was there that we needed. Rooms were spacious, clean and comfortable. Pool was a good size. Great base for exploring Uluru.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jon, Stockport

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious rooms. Very clean and great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Teresa, Appleton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great, the room was good, and ease of getting around was nice. The only disappointment was dining options (timing). If you did day tours you need to plan food accordingly as many options close really early leaving only the big and expensive buffet at the resort. If you don't want a large meal you need to travel (in the heat in summer) to other locations for food. The on-site grocery was a help. Resort had really nice services and amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Cadja

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajsekhar

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Laura

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room and pool, food options all really good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunila

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel room and bathroom was a good standard
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room wirh comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jacqueline, Long Island City

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a down at the heels place with a distinct odor, few options for meals, clueless staff who were unable to give any information about what to do and where to go. Not worth the upgrade. Better service in town from visitors center. One day enough and study beforehand
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vagmin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Zeeshan

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

John, Greenfield

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona, Mercer Island

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and well appointed. ALL staff were so kind, polite and professional. Really had a great experience. Thank you :)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lidia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
great room
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok, but dated in places and slightly expensive. You are a captive audience and so you pay for the privilege. Would still recommend as it serves its purpose.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

James

Staff was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is convenient and well situated for visiting Uluru staff friendly and helpful rooms clean and well looked after.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

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