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Reviews of Desert Gardens Hotel 4 stars

Yulara Drive, Yulara, 0872 Ayers Rock, Australia

#4 of 6 hotels in Ayers Rock

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 776 hotel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.2

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    6.7

  • Free WiFi

    6.9

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  • Reviewed: 29 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We truly enjoyed our stay at the Desert Garden Hotel, especially thanks to the professionalism and warm hospitality of the staff—Bill, the bartender from Fiji, Stefano from Italy, and our waitress Valentina from Argentina. They all went above and beyond to make us feel cared for. The meals at both restaurants were excellent, with the only exception being the poke bowl, which didn’t quite meet our expectations. Overall, we had a wonderful stay.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2025

    8.0
    comfy, hospitability, friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Desert Deluxe Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights

    excellent accommodatiuon

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room needs a good clean of walls, carpet and shower had mould in it

    The staff were exceptionally helpful, hospitable and knowledgeable

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent location.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2025

    9.0
    Exceeded our expectation’s. There’s always a risk that properties with no competion become complaicent, that was not the
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our hand wash was empty when we arrived, we put a note on it but it was never refilled.

    A good sized room with comfortable bed and good quality linens. Great restaurant with good quality food and a very knowledgeable manager.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2025

    7.0
    Great location, nice hotel, service could be better
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Service could be better e.g. room cleaning service, responsiveness of hotel staff

    Great location, hotel to expected standard

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Very expensive

    Very comfortable and good service.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2025

    8.0
    Negatives made up for what you were visiting.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location does make you expect a premium cost, but it was expensive.

    The room was a good size. Attractive.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    9.0
    Excellent, thank you every one there
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can’t thing any of

    Everything😄

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2025

    7.0
    Short stay to visit Uluru and Kata Tjuta - bonus was the
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Not being able to pay be debit card and having to use credit card. When not enough staff to assist with baggage - the trolleys are not suitable on the uneven paving, and no information given about best access to room to avoid stairs. We were as far from reception as we could be.

    The room was far enough away from the noise, the water was hot and the room was spacious. Laundry facilities. The free activities available - we listened to an informative presentation on Bush Tucker.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit rundown

    Location was great. Very close to the town center and to the big rocks.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2025

    8.0
    Enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    TV reception played up at times Wifi and phone reception varied and was slow at times

    Clean rooms, comfy beds Restaurant food was good and not overpriced Easy access to all activities Complimentary bus to airport

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2025

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

    Air co. During winter season set to intollarabel heat. Can not be set to lower temperatures. Non instruction in room. Has to be turned off to be able to sleep.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2025

    7.0
    Great but quite a few reservations!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The management of the hotel restauant is poor. Evening serving staff not friendly and didn't seem to want to be there, red wine spilled when poured and no attempt to clear it up, dinner order was not as we asked, bill presented in grubby cover, no pride. Chaotic morning buffet, pastries were warmer than the bacon and sausage which were cold. Again poor restauant management. Skirting board off wall in bedroom, holes in flyscreen in room. Shame as otherwise lovely hotel with fabulous food in evening.

    The chef is very good. The kangaroo steak was exceptional and all evening food was top notch. Reception staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and a fantastic view of Uluru. Overall recommended.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Laundry facilities not available. Had to access another resort, 15 walk and only 2 machines so had to go back a few times before able to access. Pool not heated, would have been awesome to have this during the winter!

    Great location. Clean and serviced well during stay.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2025

    7.0
    No need for desert view room. Others same just no patio.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Desert Deluxe Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Having to get luggage so far, cost for facilities you get

    Yulara is an oasis right nearby!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2025

    8.0
    Ok for a short stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights

    smelly bathroom with mold on the walls, needs a little more care

    spacious garden, conveniently located, good room size

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We stayed for 3 nights and really enjoyed the whole experience. Food was great, staff very friendly and access to the walks and e periences was very easy. Highly recommend.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2025

    7.0
    Enjoyed the stay. The room was clean, although a little dated. The restaurant was good & the staff were professional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The buffet breakfast was overpriced

    It was quiet & clean

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2025

    7.0
    Felt like going to the desert in Arizona or New Mexico
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I think that there is a shortage of waitstaff at the restaurants as the woman who worked our area took a long time to serve food and drinks and to bring requested items like water. Manyof the more interesting activities were scheduled close together and in the morning.

    The breakfast was not included with our bookings. The front desk managed to change our rooms to accommodate my mother’s mobility issues, which was of great help since originally our rooms were way in the back. There was a shuttle bus which was free and took passengers to the various hotels and restaurants in the area. The main square, where most of the businesses are located, was within walking distance of the hotel. It seems that all the hotels advertised activities and events at the other hotels, so you were aware of activities in other hotels and most were free.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2025

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

    Good location

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room assets. Armchair very uncomfortable and relatively useless. Room too small for price charged. Door stuck and needs looking at .. hard to open and couldn't be shut quietly.

    Adequate facilities

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2025

    9.0
    Nice 'mid range' accommodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We requested a ground floor room but still had steps to navigate. The garden view was a mountain of red dirt, not quite what I expected.

    Clean and comfy room. Comfy bed and pillows. Staff are very helpful and happy to share as much information about the area as you need. The dining experience was lovely at our hotel. Nice outdoor bar area and walking distance to the entire property, shops, pub, and other services. There are plenty of activities around the township during the day and plenty of tourists.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2025

    8.0
    Everything was good! it was the perfect place to stay with my parents.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Room - Request Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Rooms were clean and the hotel was pretty. Stuff members were very helpful and kind. The menu at the hotel didn't have many options for vegetarians and it was a bit pricy. However, we understand we were getting none local food in the middle of the dessert. In general, everything was very tasty and fresh.

    Stayed in May 2025

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