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In the heart of Australia's Red Centre, Sails in the Desert hotel beautifully contrasts Uluru's raw natural beauty with a decidedly premium outback holiday experience. Re-opening on 01 August, Sails in the Desert will welcome guests back for an unforgettable holiday with a new look and feel, including elegantly redesigned guest rooms and suites, refreshed lobby and pool areas, and an elevated dining experience at Ilkari Restaurant.
Soaring white sails crown Ayers Rock Resort's Sails in the Desert hotel, shading 228 beautifully-appointed rooms and suites.
In a destination where one of the world's oldest cultures still thrives, the mystery, colour and wisdom of the local Anangu people is interwoven into every facet of Sails in the Desert's modern design.
This hotel features an expansive gumtree lined swimming pool and a diversity of modern dining, bar and lounge options. Relax and feast in the brasserie-style Ilkari Restaurant or let time tick by as you enjoy cocktails, music and Indigenous-inspired cuisine in the Walpa Lobby Bar, or curl up on one of the daybeds and enjoy a casual lunch and cocktail by the pool.
Natural tones are complemented by Indigenous artwork, artifacts and decorative pieces that surround you with the magic and mystery of local Anangu creation stories.
Step out onto the balcony or patio and listen to the desert day transform to night before curling up in the pure luxury of one of Sails in the Desert’s ‘Ahh’ Beds.
Rooms are configured with either twin Queen beds or one King bed. Interconnecting rooms, cots, roll-away beds and wheelchair accessible rooms are on request and subject to availability (charges may apply).
Woven into the fabric of the carpet, dotted along cushions and splashed across walls the very real presence of the living cultural landscape outside is obvious in every facet of this luxurious room.
Style and comfort from within flows onto the terrace that begs you to stretch out on the lounge under the towering white gums. Your stay in a Terrace Room is inclusive of delicious buffet breakfast daily at Ilkari Restaurant
Rooms are configured with two Queen beds for a maximum of 4 guests or one King bed to which a roll-away bed can be added on request (charges apply). Cots are on request and subject to availability.
Featuring a separate living area, spacious bedroom and multiple balconies, the Deluxe Suite offers a modern neutral palette accented by colours and textures from Anangu creation stories and the desert landscape outside.
Luxurious features such a spa bath and, of course, Sails in the Desert’s aptly named ‘Ahh’ Bed, are complimented by local Indigenous artwork and artefacts. Your stay in a Deluxe Suite is inclusive of delicious buffet breakfast daily at Ilkari Restaurant.
Rooms are configured with one King bed and ensuite bathroom with spa bath. Rollaway bed and cot are subject to availability.
Property Facilities
Activity Desk, Bar, Business Centre, Communal Dining, Conference Centre, Disability Services, Internet Access (Complimentary), Meal on Request, Pool, Restaurant, Spa
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Iron / Ironing Board, Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Wheelchair Friendly
Available Services
Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), ATM, Babysitting Service, Room Service, Room Service (24 hours), Travel Desk
Activities on Site
Aboriginal Rock Art Tours, Fine Dining, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Massages, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided)
Activities Nearby
Child Friendly Activities, Fine Dining, Helicopter Rides, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Hiking, Walks (Guided)
Situated at the premium Sails in the Desert Hotel, a personalised breakfast experience begins with an international menu and is completed by an egg and pancake station that allows the guest to define their very own signature dish.
Ilkari continues to offer a tantalising menu of international flavours for dinner. Your three-course dinner experience includes a selection of seafood, an array of antipasto, cured meats and soups to awaken your tastebuds. An assortment of pastas, Asian favourites, roasts and a grill selection cooked-to-order abound with signature dishes enlivened by Indigenous flavours will settle your appetite. For dessert, indulge in a rich and creamy chocolate fountain served alongside an intercontinental selection of mouth-watering sweet treats.
Children’s menu available
Open daily for buffet breakfast and dinner
Reservations for dinner are essential:
For centuries travel has been defined by the wind. Taking on the Pitjantjatjara name for wind, Walpa Lobby Bar instead provides a sense that your journey is complete – a sense of arrival. A relaxed setting for coffee and cake, casual lunch or dinner, a pre-dinner drink or night cap after a sunset tour, Walpa Lobby Bar is contemporary and welcoming. The menu features a delicious selection of classic burgers, sandwiches, garden-fresh salads and light meals.
Children's menu available
Open daily from sunrise until late for light meals, lunch, dinner or drinks
For the Anangu people the moon or, pira, is a guide through the seasons. At Sails in the Desert Pira is a sun-kissed, poolside setting for casual dining or a relaxed holiday cocktail. The menu features a selection of shared plates, fresh salads, classic burgers, light meals and desserts.
Children’s menu available.
Open daily late morning until sunset for light meals or drinks.
