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Sails In The Desert

3.5 star property
Hotel in Yulara with a full-service spa and a 24-hour front desk

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Bar (on property)
Interior detail
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Outdoor pool

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • All inclusive
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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

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Room options

View all photos for Superior Room Request Two Queen Beds

1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room Request Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Yulara

Sails In The Desert places you next to Mulgara Gallery and within a 3 miles (5 km) of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Guestrooms at this 3.5-star hotel include patios, electric kettles, and flat-screen TVs.

What's nearby

  • Mulgara Gallery - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles
  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - 13 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Mala Walk - 22 min drive - 14.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Walpa Lobby Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Outback Pioneer BBQ - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Kulata Academy Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gecko's Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mangata Bistro & Bar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Sails In The Desert

Hotel in Yulara with a full-service spa and a 24-hour front desk
Guests staying at Sails In The Desert enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and WiFi in public areas. There's onsite parking for a fee and an airport shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this spa hotel include an outdoor tennis court, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
For entertainment, guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hydromassage showers and free toiletries. Patios and electric kettles are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor tennis court and an outdoor pool.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Red Ochre Spa. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle available
  • Self parking on site (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Sails In The Desert?

This hotel is located in Yulara, just steps from Mulgara Gallery.

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

As of Jun 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sails In The Desert on Jun 26, 2025 start from $308.73, excluding 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.

Is there parking available at Sails In The Desert?

Yes, self parking is available for a surcharge.

Is a spa located at Sails In The Desert?

Red Ochre Spa is the name of the hotel's full-service spa available for guests to enjoy.

Does Sails In The Desert include a casino?

No, Sails In The Desert doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sails In The Desert?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Sails In The Desert a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a hydromassage showerhead as well as an outdoor pool and a full-service spa.

Does Sails In The Desert have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Sails In The Desert have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Sails In The Desert doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Sails In The Desert allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sails In The Desert.

Are there connecting rooms at Sails In The Desert?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Sails In The Desert?

The closest major airport to Sails In The Desert is Ayers Rock, NT (AYQ-Connellan), which is 5 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Sails In The Desert?

Yes, every guestroom at Sails In The Desert comes with a patio.

Sails In The Desert Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 144 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice way to relax after hiking around Uluru and Kata Thuta.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Destination Uluru

This is hotel is top notch in the area of Uluru! The hotel was clean but you could tell some areas like the bar were run down. The service at the bar and dining seemed disorganized at times and would be better equipped with electonic apparatus when ordering. The shuttle back and forth to airport was timely and efficient. Food was phenomenal and drinks were fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facilities and proximity to Uluru.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good sized Rooms with Accommodating Staff

Lovely facility. Rooms are a lot more luxurious than the exteriors would suggest. Staff was very friendly and helpful. The pool is large, clean and welcoming. There were two dining options at the facility; a cafe/bar for open for lunch from 10:30-5:30, and a pre fixe dinner priced at $99. Lighter fare can be obtained at either of the two other hotels in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dinner service is very expensive but expected that as captured audience. Hotel was lovely though and staff nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Juan, South Salem

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was not ready well after the 3pm promised time, we ask for a late check out, and they say yes. Guess what?, they locked us out at 10am at check out day. Had to go to the office, long hot walk to have my room keys reactivated. The staff is sweet and nice but not sure if they are trained properly. Everything else was A
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

jayendra

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The stay was ok, the restaurant was very expensive and the quality wasn’t great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

VICTOR

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Traveled with family
A very enjoyable friendly clean and fun stay had
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Courtney

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The property was overall well maintained, quite, and safe. The staff was friendly. Check in was easy and the room was comfortable. There was free laundry but only 2 washers and dryers for the whole complex, so be prepared for people to be impatient if your clothes don't dry on their time. The one bad thing was ants. We had ants around our room from the time we checked in. We reported it and nothing happened. We reported it again. Nothing happened. We bought our own ant spray and sprayed outside. We then found ants inside which got into my computer and I was bit several times. I asked for the manager who simply said sorry and that we should have known about the bug spray that was already in the room. Shouldn't the 1st two people we reported the ants to, have told us...... The manager offered nothing but a sorry that she would discuss it with house keeping.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

James Stuart

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Food was just “OK”. Main reason for poor review was: first there were ants in our bed. Next morning we asked and they promptly moved us to a new room where there were, wait for it, also ants in the bed and a spider on the wall. I know it’s the desert but seriously invest in some frequent pest control services! Customer facing staff was nice. Not their fault. Area is worth seeing but no more than 2 nights recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

jonathan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hallways around rooms tired
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francine Toni

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful place to stay. We enjoyed the location, the air con, the clean rooms and comfortable beds, the tours, the courtesy bus that was provided around the place and the short walking distance towards the town centre. The lunch we had was also very nice and the pool was clean and nice and cold.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is what it is - a comfortable place to stay at an amazing place on earth. Great, friendly hard working staff that all do a fantastic job
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an experience staying in Ayers Rock Resort at Sails in the Desert. Comfortable large room. A/C much needed and worked very well. Loved the non slip tiles in the modern bathroom. Dining options, especially breakfast, a little overpriced but lots of other restaurants, takeouts and supermarket to choose from. We bought some wine at the airport before we flew as the resort is dry so you can only buy in the restaurants or at the bottle shop. We visited The Field of Light, Uluru at sunset and sunrise with a trip to Kata Tjuta and Walpa Gorge. Amazing!! Shout out to Glen our tour guide with AAT Kings on the sunrise tour. What a passionate and happy guide he is!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Boaz

Best resort in the area. A haven from the intense elements around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location closed to Uluru
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mr J

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Uluru

Trip to see Uluru
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

nikolay

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Ihsaan

Traveled with family and small children
Charge was more expensive when we booked early
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort. Tthe shower had low water pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024