Desert Gardens Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms, some with a private balcony or views of Ayers Rock (Uluru). Guests can unwind in the outdoor pool, or at the restaurant and bar. Spa facilities, shops, tour information and cafes are conveniently located within a short walking distance from the property or via a free shuttle bus. Set among native gardens, each room at Desert Gardens Hotel includes a mini-bar and tea and coffee making facilities. There is a TV with movies-on-demand in every room. The hotel's Mangata Bar serves cocktails that can be enjoyed while relaxing by the hotel pool. Arnguli Grill offers an a la carte menu of traditional Australian cuisine. The Uluru Lookout is just 0.9 mi from the property while Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) is a 40-minute drive away. All guests staying at Desert Gardens Hotel receive free return transfers from Ayers Rock Airport (Uluru, Connellan Airport). This transfer service is available for this airport only. The hotel is only a 5-minute stroll to the lookout, where guests can view the desert sunset and Uluru.

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 (9.1)

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Guest reviews

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Staff
8.7
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
6.9
Location
9.1
Free Wifi
7.1
Low score for Ayers Rock
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Vicki
    Australia Australia
    The location was perfect for everything we wanted to do.
  • Dmitry
    Australia Australia
    Great location, room was neat and tidy, comfortable bed. We stayed at desert gardens.
  • Cheryl
    United States of America United States of America
    nice place and great location. Employees very helpful. Easy walk to restaurants and activities in town and the lookout.
  • Michael
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Location, clean accommodation, friendly staff, good restaurant.
  • Raymond
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything exceeded expectations, except on the last night after our meal we ordered 2 cocktails and after waiting 18 minutes we asked where our drinks were. After another 6 minutes they were brought to us without an apology. This was not good...
  • Manuel
    Australia Australia
    Great facility, big rooms, friendly stuff, free bus to move around the complex and plenty of daily activities to do
  • Lynn
    United States of America United States of America
    Location, checkin and restaurant food was good. Happy there was a pool and the temp was good. Room was spacious. View from room was pleasant.
  • Elena
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location and fantastic staff. Would recommend
  • Nicholas
    Canada Canada
    Lovely property. Very clean, friendly staff. Enjoyed my stay here.
  • Arden
    Canada Canada
    The staff were very helpful. The time was spacious and a good location (5 minute walk to grocery and small mall, art gallery on site, educational programs on site, 2 restaurants with one higher end)

Property questions and answers
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  • Do you have a designated smoking area ?

    Yes, there are several designated smoking areas around Ayers Rock Resort.
    Answered on 18 December 2019

Hotel area info

Restaurants
2 Restaurants On Site

  • Mangata Bistro & Bar
    • Cuisine
      Australian • Local
  • Arnguli Grill & Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Australian
    • Ambience
      Romantic

Amenities of Desert Gardens Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Garden
Activities
  • Playground
Media & Technology
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • 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
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Safe
    General
    • Shuttle service
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Packed lunches
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Airport shuttle
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Desert Gardens Hotel 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

    0 - 2 years
    Extra bed upon request
    AUD 70 per child, per night
    Crib upon request
    Free
    3+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    AUD 70 per person, per night

    Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Groups
    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
    Cards accepted at this hotel
    American ExpressVisaMastercardEftposCash is not accepted

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

    Please note that there is a surcharge when you pay with credit card.

    For updated COVID restriction to the destination, please visit https://coronavirus.nt.gov.au/travel

    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 Desert Gardens Hotel

    • Desert Gardens Hotel has 2 restaurants:

      • Mangata Bistro & Bar
      • Arnguli Grill & Restaurant
    • Desert Gardens Hotel is 4.3 miles from the center of Ayers Rock. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Desert Gardens Hotel include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Double
    • The prices at Desert Gardens Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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

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

    • Yes, Desert Gardens Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Desert Gardens Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Playground
      • Swimming pool