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Ayers Rock

Desert Gardens Hotel

Yulara Drive, Ayers Rock, 0872

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Nov 24, 2026
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Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views

    Desert Gardens Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms, some with a private balcony or views of Ayers Rock (Uluru). Each room includes a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, and a TV with movies-on-demand.

  • Relaxation and Dining Options

    Guests can unwind in the outdoor pool or enjoy cocktails at the Mangata Bar. The hotel's restaurant, Arnguli Grill, offers a delectable a la carte menu of traditional Australian cuisine.

  • Convenient Location and Complimentary Services

    Located amidst native gardens, the hotel is a short distance from spa facilities, shops, and cafes. Free shuttle bus services and transfers from Ayers Rock Airport are provided. Explore the Uluru Lookout just 1.5 km away or take a 40-minute drive to Kata Tjuta for a memorable experience.

Book your stay at Desert Gardens Hotel for an unforgettable desert getaway.

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Great location

  • Friendly staff

  • Good amenities

At the hotel

Popular amenities

34 listed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Airport drop off
  • Airport pick up
  • Airport shuttle
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Babysitting/child services
  • Bar
  • Breakfast in the room
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Pools & wellness

  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Restaurant

Fitness & outdoors

  • Garden

Rooms & comfort

  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Safety deposit box

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Parking
  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (free)

Guest services

  • Currency exchange
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Ironing service
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Tour desk

Services & essentials

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Packed lunches
  • Room service
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

1,744 reviews
8/ 10
The beds were very comfortable. The facilities were good. The room was serviced daily with clean towels, cups, etc, the staff very very friendly, polite and helpful.
Rhonda-Lee · extended group · 2026-10-24

The guest experience

8.2out of 10
1744 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Great location
  • Friendly staff
  • Good amenities

Worth knowing — High prices · Cleanliness issues · Unfriendly staff

How guests scored the stay

  • Location9.0

    Loved the proximity to Uluru and easy access to attractions.

  • Service8.7

    Staff described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating.

  • Food and Beverage8.5

    Multiple mentions of excellent dining experiences.

  • Amenities8.3

    The pool and breakfast offerings received positive remarks.

  • Overall Experience8.2

    General satisfaction with a few caveats related to pricing and amenities.

  • Room Quality8.0

    Rooms were generally comfortable but mentioned flooding and small sizes.

  • Cleanliness7.5

    Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, like dried leaves and mould.

  • Value for Money7.5

    Some guests felt the prices were high for the quality received.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Mixed experiences

67% of 15 recent stays rated 8+

8.21744 reviews
  • We had a great stay overall and I would definitely stay again.

    8/10

    Rhonda-Lee · extended group · 2026-10-24

    “The beds were very comfortable. The facilities were good. The room was serviced daily with clean towels, cups, etc, the staff very very friendly, polite and helpful.”

  • Disappointing

    3/10

    Jurgen · couple · 2026-10-24

    “Bathroom reeked of urine smell. Dead cockroaches under lounge.”

  • Very enjoyable

    9/10

    Ian · couple · 2026-10-23

    “Quiet. Very pleasant facilities, rooms, meals and drinks. Staff very obliging.”

  • We were only at the hotel for one night and very sorry that we didn’t get to swim in the pool due to the rain.

    8/10

    Michel · couple · 2026-10-22

    “It was very clean and close to everything with a nice range of activities”

  • Few things could be better !

    6/10

    Dean · couple · 2026-10-22

    “Room itself was comfortable and spacious.Geckos cafe food and service was awesome in the resort.”

  • Dirty rooms

    5/10

    Rebecca · extended group · 2026-10-22

    “Good location. Okay restaurants.”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Larissa · family with children · 2026-10-21

    “Le site est exceptionnel. De ma chambre j avais une vue magnifique sur le mont Uluru”

  • Educational and fun .

    9/10

    Lesley · couple · 2026-10-20

    “Location was good and the food in the restaurant was good . Staff were friendly and helpful . The activities offered were great and tours operated very well.”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Deepu Madhusudanan · family with children · 2026-10-19

    “Well staffed and clean property”

  • Overall great stay

    9/10

    Emma · couple · 2026-10-19

    “Lovely and clean. Staff were very friendly”

  • Okay given limited choice

    6/10

    Mark · family with children · 2026-10-17

    “Spacious, nice pool, good bathroom”

  • I would Definitely go again

    9/10

    Mrs virginia · couple · 2026-10-15

    “Very good location Lovely hotel great swimming pool Clean Staff very helpful”

  • Beautiful location and lovely staff but will not be recommending Desert Gardens.

    4/10

    NATALIE · couple · 2026-10-15

    “Very helpful staff and location”

  • Guest review

    9/10

    Hong · couple · 2026-10-14

    “location and rooms.”

  • Great place ti stay

    10/10

    Mark · family with children · 2026-10-13

    “Great place to stay great facilities”

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