Resort Information

Bus transfer to and from the airport is complimentary, and buses meet all incoming and outgoing flights.

The Anangu Communities Foundation strives to assist Anangu Communities of Central Australia in achieving a positive future. We work with Anangu Communities to identify and fund projects that support their wellbeing in areas of health, education, cultural preservation, as well as economic and social participation.

Your contribution will bring more projects to life that support Anangu communities. 

Click here to donate and learn more. 

At Ayers Rock Resort, we pride ourselves on celebrating Indigenous Art and acknowledge the role it plays in both sustaining one of the world's oldest living cultures and fostering understanding and appreciation. 

View our range of art galleries throughout the Resort, including the Gallery of Central Australia (GoCA), Mulgara Gallery, and Mingkiri Arts here.

An ATM is located in Town Square and is accessible 24 hours a day.

Cake can be ordered with at least 48 hours' notice. Please visit Hotel Reception to request a cake order.

Free car parking is available Resort-wide.

Ayers Rock Resort is cashless. All hotels, dining locations, and most outlets in Town Square are only accepting card payments. The IGA Supermarket and Shell Service Station are still accepting cash but these are the only exception.

Check-in time: 3pm

Check-out time: 10am

Childminding services are available on a request basis and can be arranged through Hotel Reception.

At the Gallery of Central Australia (GoCA), we celebrate creativity and culture. We aim to educate and inspired through revolving exhibitions, enriching discussions, and shining a light on emerging artists through artist in residence programs. 

GoCA has committed itself to provide a platform for Central and Western Desert communities to share their stories and culture (Tjukurpa) through art.

We encourage you to visit GoCA during your stay. You will be in awe of the detail and delicacy as masterpieces, filled with rich stories, come together in front of your eyes.

GoCA is located directly adjacent to Desert Gardens Hotel and is open daily from 9:00am - 5:00pm.

Join our free daily guided tour at 10:00am.

Learn more about GoCA here.  

Escape to the outback oasis of Desert Daisy Salon, where beauty meets tranquillity! Immerse yourself in the ultimate pampering experience amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Australia outback.

Bookings are essential, book your next appointment here.

Ayers Rock Automotive is located on Giles Street just outside the Resort. Open from 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday-Friday, closed over weekends. 

Ayers Rock Automotive can be contacted on 08 8956 2188. 

The Yulara Clinic can be contacted on 08 8956 2286.

Open hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Wednesday: 9:30am - 5:00pm 
Thursday: 8:30am - 12:00pm
Weekends/public holidays: Closed

Visit the website here. 

Located near Ayers Rock Campground. Open daily from 7:00am to 8:00pm. 

Located in Town Square.

Open hours: 
Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm.
Saturday 9:30am - 11:30am.
Closed Sunday.

The Red Ochre Spa is located within Sails in the Desert and is the perfect place to relax and slip into comfort and relaxation right in the heart of Uluru. 

Open daily from 9:30am - 6:00pm. 

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The shuttle bus circulates the Resort daily, departing approximately every 20 minutes from 10:30am - 12:30am. The shuttle bus stops at all Hotels* (excluding The Lost Camel Hotel), Campgrounds, Resort Town Square, Gallery of Central Australia, and Uluru Camel Farm. 

*The shuttle bus stops at Emu Walk Apartments reception until 8:00pm. 

Please note, the shuttle bus does not stop at the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.

There are two tennis courts located in Sails in the Desert available for play between 7:00am and 1 hour after sunset. To book a tennis court, please contact Hotel Reception. 

Located in Resort Town Square. Open daily from 9:00am - 5:00pm. Head to the Tour and Information Centre to book all your tours and car hire.

Anangu welcome you to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, a living cultural landscape where earth and memories exist as one. 

The cultural landscapes of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park resonate with meaning. They contain Tjukurpa (creation stories in local Pitjantjatjara language) and the associated knowledge of law, relationships, plants, and animals, all of which live in the features of the land. 

From mystical waterholes at the base of Uluru to the rock art wall paintings of the Anangu teachers, the National Park walking tracks are the ideal way to explore the living features of the park. 

Book your National Parks Entry Pass here. 

Ayers Rock Resort operates in a delicate environment where much of the flora and fauna is unique to the region and protected by law. Due to the ever-changing climate we live and operate in, a variety of insects, small animals, and reptiles may be seen around the Resort.

We've put together a list of some of our local creatures and a few points on how you can protect yourselves as well as the animal.

Mice

There are many native rodents and small marsupials seen around the Resort that can be mistaken for your common house mice. Two common species you might encounter are:

• Spinifex Hopping Mouse - the nocturnal mouse may be seen hopping around at Uluru and Yulara. They are native to Yulara and are usually seen at night in open areas.
• Sandy Inland Mouse - looks very similar to the introduced horse mouse. The main differences are they have bigger eyes, hairier ears, and, we think they're cuter!

Although these mice are harmless and friendly, here are some tips to help prevent them from entering your room:

• Ensure all doors are closed and any gaps are covered up - try using a rolled-up towel to cover the bottom of the doorway. 
• Ensure any loose crumbs and food are packed in the cupboards and sealed away. 
• Don't leave food scraps on your balcony or patio.

Snakes

Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and surrounds are home to 13 different species of snakes, 8 of which are venomous. Here are some of the various snakes and some information on how you can protect yourself and the snake if you happen to come across one:

• Liru (King Brown or Mulga Snake) - the Mulga Snake has the largest recorded venom output of any snake in the world. Mulga Snakes tend to have a broader head and "heavier" build, they can be brown, a reddish brown, coppery brown, or brownish black and grow to 3 metres long. Despite their high venom potency, they mostly eat lizards, birds, and frogs.
• Kuniya (Woma Python) - Woma pythons can grow up to 1.5 metres in length. You are unlikely to see them in the day as they are nocturnal. If you are walking at night, you should keep an eye on the ground, wear shoes - preferably closed-in shoes - and stay on designated pathways. They catch their prey in burrows, and often spend the days under logs or leaves to keep cool. Womas are non-venomous, however a bite is painful and may result in swelling and short-term pain. 
• Panakura (Desert Death Adder) - The Desert Death Adder camouflages itself and uses its thin tail to imitate a worm and attract prey. They are extremely venomous and easily identifiable by their short stocky body and flat head.

If you happen to come across a snake, assume that it is highly venomous and deadly. Remain calm and keep your distance. Be patient and wait for it to decide to move. If you do get bitten, please seek medical attention immediately. Call 000 or (08) 8956 2286 (Yulara Medical Centre).

Insects

Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and Ayers Rock Resort are home to all types of insects, ants, and flies. They're important to the desert ecosystem and are an important food source to the native wildlife. We understand these insects can cause discomfort, so we suggest: 

• Wear a fly net, which can be purchased at various stores throughout the Resort.
• Use an insect repellent spray which you can purchase at IGA in Town Square or Shell Petrol Station.

Centipedes

An Australian native, most likely to be encountered after the rain:

• There are no ways to prevent them. Shake out clothes before wearing if you've left them lying on the ground.
• Seek medical attention if bitten.

When exploring Ayers Rock Resort and the National Park, the easiest way to keep yourself and our beautiful wildlife safe is to always remain on footpaths and designated walking tracks.

We are committed to managing the Resort in an environmentally sensitive and responsible manner and work closely with the traditional owners and Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to ensure its environment is maintained for many years to come. 

We hope you enjoy your stay with us and should you require any assistance, please contact your hotel reception.