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Type: Luxury Hotel

Summary: A luxurious desert oasis where culture meets comfort

Feature: An extensive range of Red Centre tours and experiences

Rooms: 228 rooms and suites

Location: Red Centre, Northern Territory, Australia

Star rating: 5 Star

Nearest airport: Ayers Rock Airport

Transfer: There are complimentary coach transfers from Ayers Rock Airport to Sails in the Desert, taking approximately 8-10 minutes.

Luxury Holidays At Sails in the Desert

Enjoy a memorable stay in Australia's Red Centre at Sails in the Desert, a luxurious oasis where indigenous culture and contemporary styling come together to create five star comfort with an authentic feel. Taking its name from the soaring white sails that shade the 228 beautifully-appointed rooms and suites, the hotel features a sparkling gumtree lined swimming pool, a variety of modern dining, bar and lounge options, and a sumptuous spa. Over 100 unique tours and experiences offer you the chance to discover the wonders of Uluru and beyond, with options available for all ages and interests. As the premium hotel that's part of the wider Voyages Ayers Rock Resort, you can also explore the other hotels nearby on the resort's free shuttle bus and choose from 14 different dining options at the different hotels.

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Why Sails in the Desert is so special...

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Hotel Experiences

Learn about the history and heritage of the Red Centre on the included indigenous activities programme, which includes activities such as a bush food experience, Aboriginal story telling, a workshop about traditional hunting weapons and tools, a visit to Australia's largest camel farm, and a fun-filled didgeridoo workshop. A plethora of other tours and activities offer exciting experiences at Uluru and in the surrounding area - choose from over 100 options to make once in a lifetime memories with a loved one, family or friends.

Hotel Experiences at Sails in the Desert
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Pricing

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Accommodation and Dining Experiences

Find the best room for you, and discover the exceptional restaurants that await...

Overview

Overview

Luxury meets the spirit of the outback in the hotel's comfortable and characterful rooms. Splashes of red reminiscent of the landscape outside is woven into the décor and natural wood furnishings lend an earthy feel to the interiors. Options include rooms and suites sleeping up to four people, interconnecting rooms, and accommodation with lounge areas and private balconies or terraces, ensuring there is room category to suit all types of traveller. Children aged 15 and under stay free of charge, making this hotel as suited to families as to couples or friends. Free Wi-Fi, a HD TV, tea and coffee making facilities and a mini bar come as standard in all room types.

Superior Room

Superior Room

  • crop_freeSize:42m²
  • visibilityRoom View: Pool or bush view

Settle down in a king or two queen beds in this spacious 42m² guest room. A patio or balcony offers some al fresco space in which to relax.

Terrace Room

Terrace Room

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  • visibilityRoom View:Pool or bush view

Furnished with either a king bed or two queen beds, with the possibility of an additional rollaway bed, this room category sleeps up to four people. An outdoor area expands the living space further, where comfortable loungers encourage you to relax and reflect on the day's adventures in the Red Centre.

Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

  • crop_freeSize:72m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Pool or bush view

Step into this spacious suite with a separate living area, spacious bedroom and several balconies. Pamper yourself in the luxurious en suite bathroom, where a deep soaking bath, rain shower and double vanity await.

Overview

Overview

Australian flavours and indigenous-inspired dishes pair perfectly with fine regional wines at the resort's eateries. Brasserie-style dining awaits at Ilkari Restaurant, relaxed drinks and dining is available in the Walpa Lobby Bar, or you can lay back on one of the plush poolside daybeds and opt for a casual lunch by the sparkling waters of the hotel's pool. As a part of the Voyages Ayers Rock Resort, you can also visit the restaurants in the other hotels, opening up 14 venues in total to you, and one-of-a-kind dining experiences are also offered as part of the programme of tours and activities - options include dining under the stars with Uluru's formidable shape in the distance, sunrise followed by a traditional Aussie breakfast near Kata Tjuta, and dinner overlooking the impressive Field of Light art installation.

Ilkari

Ilkari

  • restaurant_menuCuisine:International flavours
  • checkroomDress Code:Smart Casual
  • icecreamChildren's Menu:No
  • dinner_diningVegetarian Option:No
  • local_activityReservation Required:No

Offering a tantalising menu of international flavours for breakfast and dinner, Ilkari reinvents the traditional buffet experience with an interactive menu and live cooking stations presenting an array of salads, vegetables, antipasti, seafood and a grill selection featuring the chefs signature dishes enlivened by Indigenous flavours.

Walpa Lobby Bar

Walpa Lobby Bar

  • restaurant_menuCuisine:Classic International cuisine
  • checkroomDress Code:Casual
  • icecreamChildren's Menu:Yes
  • dinner_diningVegetarian Option:No
  • local_activityReservation Required:No

Offering a relaxed setting for meals and drinks from 10.30am to 10pm, the menu here features a delicious selection of classic burgers, sandwiches, fresh salads and light meals as well as a children's menu. Signature cocktails infused with native ingredients and an extensive wine list are perfect for a pre-dinner drink or a night cap after a sunset tour.

Pira

Pira

  • restaurant_menuCuisine:International and light bites
  • checkroomDress Code:Casual
  • icecreamChildren's Menu:Yes
  • dinner_diningVegetarian Option:No
  • local_activityReservation Required:No

A sun-kissed poolside setting for casual dining or a refreshing cocktail, Pira offers a welcoming retreat from the desert heat. The menu features a selection of shared plates, fresh salads, classic burgers, light meals and tapas, and desserts with options available for younger travellers as well on the kids' menu.

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Northern Territory Travel Information

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Climate

The Northern Territory is so large it covers two very distinct climate zones: The Red Centre and the Tropical Top End.

Central Australia (Red Centre) includes Alice Springs, Tennant Creek, the Barkly Tablelands and Uluru/Kata-Tjuta regions, has a semi-arid climate with four typical seasons. The Red Centre has hot summer days from December to February and surprisingly cold nights from June to August. Spring and autumn are warm throughout the day and cool at night.

Tropical North The Top End, which includes Darwin, Katherine, Kakadu and Arnhem Land, has a tropical climate. Darwin has an average temperature of 32°C all year, with varying humidity. The tropical summer, from December to March, is considered by many to be the region's most beautiful time of year. The summer rains bring the natural landscape to life and deliver the picturesque storms and sunsets the Northern Territory is renowned for. The dry season, from May to October, has warm, sunny days and cool nights. At the end of the year, the build up, or pre-monsoon season, begins and humidity levels start their rise.

Getting There

Flight Information
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Red Centre & Uluru

Australia’s Outback offers a riot of colours, contrasts and awe-inspiring natural wonders. The best-known area is the Red Centre, home to Kata Tjuta National Park – a sacred, sun-baked landscape of huge, red rock formations. Uluru (or Ayers Rock), Australia’s most iconic natural attraction, sprouts from the horizon – a landmark that’s of deep spiritual significance to the Anangu Aboriginal people. Watch it change colour at sunrise and sunset, over a bushman’s breakfast or sumptuous twilight feast with didgeridoo music. Other ways to see the rock include a guided walking tour or camel safari around the base, or by helicopter or plane to admire Uluru’s beauty from above.

Red Centre & Uluru
Art, Culture & Heritage

Travel to the heart of spiritual Australia and learn about Aboriginal culture, an ancient way of life rich in history and art, inspired very much by the landscapes of astonishing rock formations. The Anangu people of Uluru have lived here for centuries, following a set of beliefs called Tjukurpa. Join them on guided short walks, listen to their tales and gaze in awe at their sacred sites. Don’t miss Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre, brimming with artwork, artefacts and presentations on their culture or travel to Alice Springs and browse the fantastic Aboriginal galleries. Further afield, Kings Creek and Curtin Springs cattle stations showcase pioneering spirit dating back to the early 1900s.

Wildlife

Unusual birds, bush mammals and vibrant wildflowers dot this rugged desert region. Big names include kangaroos, wallabies, emus and dingoes, all roaming free on the sun-scorched sands. Reptiles include small, spiky lizards and around a dozen kinds of snakes. Look up for close-up views of Brown Falcons and kestrels, or nearer to the ground for the splendid Fairywren, the Singing Honeyeater and the rare Scarlet-chested Parrot – just a handful of around 170 species of birds.

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Adventure

Get set for the ultimate Outback adventure! Pick from riding a classic Harley Davidson along Uluru’s sunset strip, 4WD safaris along centuries-old bush tracks and quad-biking tours over sand dunes. Soak up the scenery, look out for wildlife and brace yourself for an exhilarating ride! Alternatively, join a guided trek and weave your way along tracks meandering amid ancient landscapes – a deliciously slow and up-close encounter with this spiritual land – or enjoy scenic flights, dune-trekking by camel and Milky Way star-gazing.

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