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Reviews of Desert Gardens Hotel 4 stars

Yulara Drive, Yulara, 0872 Ayers Rock, Australia

#4 of 5 hotels in Ayers Rock

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 689 hotel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    7.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Desert Deluxe Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I thought the restaurant (breakfast apart) was poor. In general it is a hotel that doesn’t shine and is quite expensive but one has to take into account that Yulara is in the middle of nowhere so supplying it must be challenging.

    Desert Gardens provides an excellent breakfast. Worth every cent. My room was comfortable enough and spacious, and was clean. The free guest laundry facilities were a bonus.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    8.0
    great
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    - nice room design - good restaurants on site - shuttle bus to airport - it is a 15min drive to Uluru

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    9.0
    Good place to stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights

    more info about the pool. It wasn't obvious where it was or if it was open

    nice place and great location. Employees very helpful. Easy walk to restaurants and activities in town and the lookout.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    8.0
    The perfect mini break, so relaxing and well within reach of some world wonders
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Great pool and restaurant/bar. Facilities generally excellent and lovely atmosphere which very much fitted with the landscape and environment

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    8.0
    An experience of a lifetime.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The facility is a bit dated. I made the mistake of not hiring a car while we were there. It would be fine if you have a lot of activities pre-booked but, if not, a car for at least part of the stay is recommended.

    Views of Uluru and Kata Tjuta. Complimentary shuttle from airport and within the resort. Included activities and access to other areas of the resort.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    7.0
    Below expectations...
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The rooms are outdated and can be renovated to match the price you pay. The toilet was stained and not maintained. The pool was very small and not much activities at the hotel. They do not have many options for dining and the restaurant and bar closed very early with not much to do. Renovations were ongoing at some restaurants which we only found out after checking in at hotel. The areas around the room could be better maintained as no view and not comfortable sitting outside.

    The beds were comfortable and room and bathroom spacious enough. Room was equipped with a smart TV.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast not included.

    Location, clean accommodation, friendly staff, good restaurant.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    9.0
    Very good choice when you visit Uluru
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Comfortable room. Great breakfast buffet.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything exceeded expectations, except on the last night after our meal we ordered 2 cocktails and after waiting 18 minutes we asked where our drinks were. After another 6 minutes they were brought to us without an apology. This was not good enough!!!!!!!!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. All good. Excellent place to stay when visiting Uluru

    Very nice hotel within Ayres Rock Resort. Clean, comfortable. Pleasant staff who provided good advice. Good choice of food and drinks, including non-alcohol beer. Complimentary shuttle bus around the resort and to and from airport. Nice pool with complimentary towels. I think its amazing what this resort achieves given how remote it is.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly staff

    Tours were very good

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2024

    8.0
    Good stay that said the bar closed very early
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All very good

    Great location

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 January 2024

    8.0
    Great stay, close to Uluru and Kata Tjuta, clean rooms and very comfortable beds.
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The resort was big and walking outside to and from the car or the restaurant in 40 degrees, would be nice to have more shaded areas to cover from the sun. Food was a bit pricey, but luckily an IGA nearby.

    We had a beautiful view over the landscape from our room, very clean rooms, comfortable big size beds, great working air-condition. The restaurant in the resort had delicious food. Great location, could see the Uluru from the resort area.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 January 2024

    9.0
    Very peaceful & relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing I didn’t like.

    The location and the tranquility

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 January 2024

    9.0
    Perfect place to stay to experience Uluru.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights

    All excellent.

    The staff are amazing. The resort is wonderful. The organization of shuttles around the resort, airport and Uluru are like clockwork. The room was very comfortable with a distant view of Uluru from the patio.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2024

    9.0
    Unforgettable experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perhaps the aircon in common areas was way to strong

    Great facility, big rooms, friendly stuff, free bus to move around the complex and plenty of daily activities to do

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 January 2024

    8.0
    Good place to explore Uluru and Kata Tjuṯa
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pool very busy with children till late.

    Nice setting, friendly staff. Nice room.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 January 2024

    8.0
    Great spot, good value!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Desert Deluxe Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room patio wasnt clean nor was the pool patio area.

    Location, checkin and restaurant food was good. Happy there was a pool and the temp was good. Room was spacious. View from room was pleasant.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit old looking outside the rooms

    Nice deco in restaurant, convenient location, got balconies

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 November 2023

    8.0
    Worth the visit
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small dated pool and some walkway pavers need repair (unsafe).

    Conveniently located with a helpful staff.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff were not very happy it seemed!

    Location

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Toilets need to be upgraded/renewed. Clean, but old and thus somehow look disgusting. Hotel is a bit overpriced.

    Location and friendliness staff

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room is far from the hotel facilities

    Resort locate in the Ayer’s Rock

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower door showing age, can’t be shut easily. Bathroom facilities have water stains.

    Staff are friendly and helpful. Has two restaurants. Comfortable bed. Clean.

    Stayed in October 2023

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