Desert Gardens Hotel - Ayers Rock
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Desert Gardens Hotel: Mid-range hotel with views of Uluru from guest rooms and award-winning eco-certifications.
Rooms
Desert Gardens Hotel is the only hotel at Ayers Rock Resort that offers rock view rooms with direct sightlines to Uluru. These rooms include a private balcony and air conditioning. The hotel also provides free guided walks through its native gardens.
Dining
The hotel has two on-site restaurants: Mangata Bar and Arnguli Grill. Mangata Bar serves cocktails poolside, while Arnguli Grill offers an a la carte menu of traditional Australian cuisine. Guests can also order breakfast in the room.
Eco-Certifications
Ayers Rock Resort, which operates Desert Gardens Hotel, holds Advanced Ecotourism and Respecting Our Culture certifications. This was the first ECO Certified business globally to achieve both certifications. The certifications recognize the resort's commitment to sustainability, including Indigenous employment and local enterprise.
Location
Desert Gardens Hotel is located 1 mile from the Uluru Lookout and a 40-minute drive from Kata Tjuta. Complimentary return transfers from Ayers Rock Airport are provided for all guests on scheduled flights. A free resort shuttle bus connects guests to the town square and tour departure points.
Family
Children 15 years and under stay free when using existing bedding at Desert Gardens Hotel. The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool open all year. Babysitting and child services are available upon request.
- Rooms: rock view rooms with private balcony
- Dining: Mangata Bar and Arnguli Grill
- Eco: Advanced Ecotourism and Respecting Our Culture certifications
- Location: free airport transfers and resort shuttle
- Family: children 15 and under stay free, outdoor pool
Rooms and availability
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:2 Double beds1 Double bed
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Max:6 persons
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Bed options:2 Double beds1 Double bed
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Courtyard view
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Shower
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Heating
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
24-hour reception
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Free airport shuttle
Outdoor swimming pool
In-room breakfast
Services
- Free airport shuttle
- Room service
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Babysitting/Child services
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Garden area
Room view
- Garden view
- Courtyard view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Ironing facilities
Essential information about Desert Gardens Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 211 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 8.1 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 4.7 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Ayers Rock, AYQ |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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