Sails In The Desert, Ayers Rock
About the Hotel
Sails In The Desert is located at the gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. The hotel features distinctive white, sail-shaped awnings that complement its luxury accommodations. Unique cultural experiences, such as the Sounds of Silence dinner, enhance the stay. Guests can enjoy spectacular views of the desert landscape from this lavish outback sanctuary.
Location
Sails In The Desert is situated just 10 km from Ayers Rock and a short five-minute walk to Town Square, which provides essential services and casual dining options. The hotel offers complimentary return transfers from Ayers Rock Airport and access to a shuttle bus service around Ayers Rock Resort. This central location facilitates easy exploration of the breathtaking natural surroundings.
Rooms
Sails In The Desert offers 228 elegantly appointed rooms and suites that emphasize comfort and style. Rooms are available with two Queen beds or one King bed, and some configurations allow for additional rollaway beds on request. Deluxe Suites feature separate living areas, spa baths, and multiple balconies, providing an enhanced level of luxury. Each room includes modern amenities such as air conditioning, HD TVs, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Eat & Drink
Dining at Sails In The Desert includes access to multiple restaurants and bars catering to various tastes and budgets. The Ilkari Restaurant serves a buffet breakfast and diverse dishes that highlight Australian flavors. Guests may also relax in the Walpa Lobby Bar, offering a selection of cocktails and Indigenous-inspired cuisine. Room service is available, and a poolside bar adds to the dining experience.
Leisure & Business
The hotel features a gumtree-lined swimming pool heated to 26 degrees Celsius. Guests can unwind at the on-site Red Ochre Spa, which offers a range of treatments designed for relaxation. Additionally, the Mulgara Gallery showcases Indigenous art, further enriching the cultural experience. Various activities organized by Ayers Rock Resort include camel rides and stargazing dinners, ensuring plenty of options for leisure.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Barber shop
Sports & Fitness
- Tennis court
Services
- Free airport shuttle
- Room service
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Terrace
- Ironing facilities
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel had comfortable beds with a room in a superior position overlooking the car park thanks to the helpful duty manager. The service was efficient and ran smoothly, especially at the reception. The location was part of a large resort complex with a few staff errors but highlighted by the presence of an art gallery. The dining experience, especially the made-to-order omelettes, was impressive, although some limited choice options were noted. The facilities were well-stocked and just in time for a buffet.
The hotel had all the expected amenities of a 4-star hotel with a very spacious deck/balcony, but it was a bit far from the main building. The rooms felt run down due to dirty handprints on the ceiling near the entrance door.
My stay at the hotel was a mixed bag. The rooms were spacious, clean, and well-appointed, which was great. However, my room wasn't ready until after 4 pm, which was a bit of a letdown. The service was fantastic, with the staff being welcoming and discretely attentive throughout. The location, although a bit unorthodox to judge, was not particularly attractive and would have been better if housekeeping came earlier. The dining experience over the desert and Uluru was amazing, offering a great variety of choices, but we did have an issue with wasps around the pool. Despite some drawbacks, the facilities were great overall.
The hotel offers a good-sized room, but some areas could use updating, like the bathroom with mold deposits. However, the buffet breakfast is impressive with a wide variety of options. The location is excellent within the Ayres Rock Resort complex, but some cleanliness issues were noted. The dining includes a generous breakfast pack, though the room amenities were not satisfactory.
The hotel has clean and spacious rooms with plenty of storage, making it a comfortable place to return to after a day of touring. While showing some signs of aging, the rooms are still very cool and comfortable. The service was attentive at times but did provide a credit for inconveniences. The location is conveniently close to Uluru and offers a relaxing atmosphere. The dining experience could be improved, and the facilities are decent overall.
The hotel offers a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms are clean, cozy, and have a superb king-size bed with a great view of the resort, including the pool. The service, though mostly fantastic and hospitable, had a minor hiccup at the pool bar. The location is a bit of a mixed bag, with a short walk to town for amenities but lacking the expected 5-star ambiance in some areas. The dining experience, while catering well to dietary needs, comes at a slightly high price without barista coffee. Overall, a decent stay with some areas needing improvement.
The hotel offers clean and comfy rooms, although housekeeping was delayed one day. The service was extremely helpful and within a larger community. The location is nice but could benefit from earlier housekeeping times. The dining was excellent with a great variety, despite slow coffee service. The pool was too cold to enjoy fully.
The hotel offers spacious and well-equipped rooms, although the taps were labeled incorrectly. The staff members were great, helpful, and friendly, although there were instances of poor training. The location is perfect for easy access to get around, and the dining experience was great, making it well worth the price. However, the hotel needs some maintenance and attention to detail, and the toasters should be improved for gluten-free guests.
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