Sails In The Desert is only 5 mi (8 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle. Guests can go for a swim in the outdoor pool, then visit the spa to be pampered with spa services. Other highlights include an outdoor tennis court, a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
All-inclusive
All-inclusive room rates at Sails In The Desert are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).
Languages
English
At a glance
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 1.4 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Babysitting
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
WiFi in public areas*
Parking
On-site self-parking (fees apply)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Babysitting services
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Full-service spa
Outdoor tennis court
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Patio
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Hydromassage shower head
Shower only
Free toiletries
Stay connected
WiFi
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Red Ochre Spa. The spa is open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
WiFi is available in public areas for an extra charge
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.4 per cent
Parking
Self-parking is available for an extra charge
Policies
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Sails In The Desert Hotel
Sails In The Desert Yulara
Sails In The Desert Hotel Yulara
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Sails In The Desert?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Sails In The Desert?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Sails In The Desert?
Yes, there's self parking on site (charges apply).
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sails In The Desert?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Sails In The Desert and nearby?
Practise your swing on the tennis courts. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Sails In The Desert also has spa services and a garden.
Does Sails In The Desert have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.
What's the area around Sails In The Desert like?
Sails In The Desert is located a short 2-minute walk from Mulgara Gallery.
Sails In The Desert Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
5 January 2025
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 December 2024
Uluru
Trip to see Uluru
Mr J
Mr J, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 November 2024
Ronald
Ronald, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
31 October 2024
It was a great place to stay except that we had no offer of help to move all our bags even though we saw others given help, were only given two hand towels and l found some rubbish under one of the chairs in the room! When leaving the staff were quite rude and dismissive!
The staff that cleaned the rooms were really lovely and quickly sorted us all out.
Helen
Helen, 3-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
31 October 2024
Great location for Uluru…. Hop on/off bus service made travel very easy and was free….. Room was good, although not fully equipped when we arrived….very quickly resolved. No pool towels due to laundry delays….not the end of the world but just a bit frustrating. All in all a good hotel in a fabulous location!
David
David, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
24 October 2024
You are in a national park so you don’t expect too much. I found that they did the minimum in servicing the rooms. Food was fair. They are ver organized and the timing of everything is good. It’s comfortable and that’s what you can expect
steven
steven, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 October 2024
We loved our 6 day stay at Sails in the desert. Staff were excellent and the resort was very clean and friendly. Loved the Segway Uluru evening experience and the Field of lights. We also did the morning sunrise tour to Kata Tjuta. We enjoyed an evening at the restaurant at the Desert Sands resort. Tha pool at Sails was beautiful and clean. Room facilities were very good, comfortable King bed, average shower and good air-conditioning. Would definately recommend to tick of on bucket list. 👍😎
Gregory
Gregory, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 October 2024
Jennifer Anne
Jennifer Anne, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 October 2024
XIN
XIN, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 October 2024
Ross
Ross, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
1 October 2024
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 September 2024
Derrin
Derrin, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
17 September 2024
Food is grossly over priced and under optioned even by hotel standards. Even with a $49 Australian charge for the breakfast buffet, they charged $6 for a latte. Dinner was $99 each. There were no alternatives to the buffets. The rooms were very good and one needed piece of maintenance was done immediately.
Ian
Ian, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 September 2024
Thank you team @Sales in the Desert for making our wedding anniversary celebration stay a very special one.
Irena and Peter
Irena and Peter, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
3 September 2024
Maureen
Maureen, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 September 2024
What a wonderful place to stay in such a unique part of Australia.
Plan to return to Yulara one day and the Sails is where we’ll be staying again
Deb
Deb, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 September 2024
Nice hotel with comfortable, spacious rooms. The staff is friendly and accommodating, and the hotel offers everything you need for a pleasant stay. There is even free laundry service, which adds great convenience for longer stays.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
30 August 2024
Stay was excellent, rooms large and clean. Bed mattresses were too soft though. But other than that it was a fantastic stay.
Anna
Anna, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 August 2024
Small nice resort near Ayer’s Rock.
Irina
Irina, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 July 2024
Beautiful hotel and quality staff
Theresa
Theresa, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 July 2024
Wonderful stay! Great service
We had a really enjoyable stay. When we spoke to the hotel stay they were friendly and very responsive to our requests. Kelsey the assistant manager was exceptional. Thanks to her and the whole crew for a wonderful stay.
Matthew
Matthew, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 June 2024
Clean and safe.
Seiji
Seiji, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 June 2024
Great location which all the tour buses leave from. Lovely lovely staff. Decent menu.
The room was very very expensive, but I appreciate that’s about scarcity and remoteness. I hope a big chunk of the funds go to staff and local community.