Yulara

Travel Guide

Two people standing on red soil, looking at Uluru.
A group of people at a viewing area with a large red rock formation in the background.
A road leading to Uluru with directional signs for Kata Tjuta, Kaltukatjara, and the WA Border.
Silhouettes of people against a sunset sky.
Uluru, a large sandstone monolith in the heart of the Northern Territory in central Australia.

Desert sands in stunning shades of red will amaze you in this small town just a short drive from majestic Uluru in Australia’s amazing centre.

Stay in the township of Yulara to experience the best of the Red Centre region. Watch as the dazzling colours of sunset light up the region’s most famous natural landmark, UluruOpens in a new window. Ride a camel through rolling sand dunes and learn about one of the oldest living cultures in the world.

Start your day with a morning tour of Uluru, the 384-metre (1,260-foot) tall natural monument. Gaze in awe as the sun rises in the dawn sky, transforming the desert landscape.

The Cultural Centre located on the entry road to Uluru gives an insight into the culture of the Anangu Aboriginal people, the region’s traditional custodians. The centre’s architecture is based on ancestral stories and contains a souvenir shop and art gallery.

Rent a bike from the Cultural Centre and circle Uluru on a 15-kilometre (9-mile) track. Guided cultural tours will take you around Uluru’s base and explain the cultural traditions of the Anangu people and the sacred nature of the rock. Out of respect for their beliefs, the rock should not be climbed.

Enjoy a unique dining experience under the desert stars during a dinner tour. Choose the Sounds of Silence experience to hear an expert astronomer take about the constellations. At Tali Wiru, you can enjoy a four-course dinner followed by a captivating evening with an Aboriginal storyteller.

See the stunning desert landscape on a scenic helicopter trip or jump out of a plane to experience the thrill of Skydive Uluru. Ride a camel through the desert on a tour departing from the Uluru Camel Farm.

Fly to Ayers Rock Airport and take a free shuttle bus for the 9-kilometre (5-mile) journey to Yulara. Stay in one of the fantastic resorts or hotels and enjoy the convenience of being in the closest town to Uluru, which is only 20 kilometres (12 miles) away.

The magnificent natural setting of Yulara makes it a truly unforgettable destination.

Sails In The Desert

Sails In The Desert

5 out of 5
163 Yulara Drive Yulara NT
The price is €464 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
€464
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Yulara. Enjoy a full-service spa, a free airport shuttle and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (287 reviews)
"Lovely foyer and main entry, but some areas of the hotel are a bit dated. The hotel rooms are quite spread out and paths connecting the rooms back to the hotel are not well laid out or mapped out. The guest laundry has only 2 washing machines and 2 dryers, which were running constantly through the ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Sails In The Desert
Desert Gardens Hotel

Desert Gardens Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1 Yulara Drive Yulara NT
The price is €464 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
€464
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Yulara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (380 reviews)
"The hotel is perfectly located & the room was spacious. The bathroom is a little tired and the shower could do with updating as there was rust in places making it feel in need of a good scrub. This is all secondary to being in this wonderful location though."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Desert Gardens Hotel
The Lost Camel

The Lost Camel

3.5 out of 5
Yulara Drive Yulara NT
The price is €318 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
€318
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Yulara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (511 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

The Lost Camel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

4 out of 5
6 Carey Street Darwin NT
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,746 reviews)
"Great venue and rooms are nice. Breakfast needs sorting, it took far too long. A buffet would be more suitable less reliant on staff confusion at the register or staff noy showing up. Also was a bit cold in cafe as its the dry season."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
Quest Alice Springs

Quest Alice Springs

4.5 out of 5
9-10 South Terrace The Gap NT
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Alice Springs Aquatic & Leisure ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (392 reviews)
"Clean well appointed room. ice quiet resort with good security. Good location"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Quest Alice Springs
Quest Palmerston

Quest Palmerston

4 out of 5
18 The Boulevard Palmerston NT
Stay at this aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Howard Springs Nature Park and Flight Path ...
9/10 Wonderful! (292 reviews)
"It was the bare minimum. Did its job. Always trying to get more $ though."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Quest Palmerston
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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