“Part of the expansive Ayers Rock Resort, Sails in the Desert is a luxurious hotel with an impressive collection of Aboriginal artwork. Spacious rooms & suites have whitewashed walls, patterned textiles & modern bathrooms. There's an onsite gallery, spa, tennis court, pool & two eateries, too. ”

Recommended for

  • Active Holiday

    • As well as having a swimming pool, tennis court & large grounds, this hotel is surrounded by myriad opportunities for adventure
  • Great walks

    • Take guided walks to the base of Uluru, in the spectacular Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
  • Romantic Break

    • Romantic couples will adore sumptuous suites, the soothing spa and craft cocktails
  • Restaurant

    • Feast on modern Australian flavours at the brasserie-style Ilkari Restaurant, or Indigenous-inspired dishes at Walpa Lobby Bar
  • Artworks

    • Original Aboriginal artworks are on display, and the onsite Mulgara Gallery also showcases a wide range of Indigenous art
  • Birdwatching

    • Spot some of the region's 200 species of birds on an excursion in the marvellous Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
  • Other Activities

    • Take a stargazing tour of the southern skies, discovering constellations and legends with an expert guide
  • Cycling

    • Follow well-marked cycling trails through the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
  • Tennis Court

    • Play a game of tennis on the hotel's court with the whole family
  • Spa

    • Enjoy restorative treatments at the relaxing Red Ochre Spa
  • Family Suites

    • Interconnecting rooms are available
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Romantic

  • Designer

  • Learning

  • Trekking

  • Barefoot Luxury

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Full of character

  • Good wine list

  • Opulent

  • Wellbeing

  • Riding

  • Landmark

  • Chic

  • Child friendly

  • Disabled access

  • Wildlife Area

  • Contemporary

  • Luxury

  • Air conditioning

  • Mountain biking

  • Views

  • Conference facilities

Facilities

  • Rooms

    228 rooms in this hotel
  • Restaurant

    Feast on modern Australian flavours at the brasserie-style Ilkari Restaurant, or Indigenous-inspired dishes at Walpa Lobby Bar
  • Tennis Court

    Play a game of tennis on the hotel's court with the whole family
  • Spa

    Enjoy restorative treatments at the relaxing Red Ochre Spa
  • Bar

    Sip cracking cocktails at Walpa Lobby Bar
  • Family Suites

    Interconnecting rooms are available
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Hairdresser/Beauty Salon

  • Meeting Room

  • Massage

  • Outdoor dining

  • Airport transfer

  • Bath robes

  • Parking

  • No pets

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Good wine list

  • Babysitting

  • Lift

  • Swimming Pool

  • Garden

  • Child friendly

  • Sitting Room

  • Room service

  • Disabled access

  • Suites

  • Safe

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Wifi

  • Air conditioning

  • Business Centre

  • Conference facilities

Activities

  • Great walks

    • Take guided walks to the base of Uluru, in the spectacular Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
  • Birdwatching

    • Spot some of the region's 200 species of birds on an excursion in the marvellous Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
  • Other Activities

    • Take a stargazing tour of the southern skies, discovering constellations and legends with an expert guide
  • Cycling

    • Follow well-marked cycling trails through the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
  • Learning

  • Trekking

  • Riding

  • Wildlife Area

  • Mountain biking

Map & Location

Other reviews

Sails in the Desert - Hotel Review

"Sails is the plushest pick within the Ayers Rock Resort. Contemporary, airy rooms arc around a heated, shaded pool, while other facilities comprise a tennis court, day spa, and several restaurants. Opt for a room with views of the rock."

Originally published by Telegraph Travel

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