Yulara
Town
Population 983
Yulara is a resort town that was built specifically to cater for visitors coming to see Ulu ¯ru and Kata Tju ¯ta. It offers excellent visitor facilities and food and accommodation for all budgets. Advance bookings for accommodation are essential.
Visitor Information
Alice Springs Visitor Information Centre; Gregory Tce; (08) 8952 5800. Ayers Rock Resort; (08) 8957 7888.
Nearby national parks
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Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
Located in the red heart of the central deserts, the ancient forms of Uluru and Kata Tjuta lie geographically, spiritually and symbolically...more -
Watarrka National Park
Located at the western end of the George Gill Range, Watarrka National Park is a landscape of rugged ranges, isolated rock holes and gorges,...more -
Finke Gorge National Park
Finke Gorge National Park straddles the often-dry Finke River, the oldest watercourse in the world, which meanders 400 kilometres before it...more
Nearby towns
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Kings Canyon Resort
Kings Canyon Resort, in Watarrka National Park, is an excellent base from which to explore the region. It has various standards of...more -
Hermannsburg
This Aboriginal community lives on the site of a former mission station established by German Lutherans in 1877. During the first 14 years,...more -
Glen Helen Resort
This small homestead-style resort is an excellent base for exploring the superb scenery of Glen Helen Gorge and other attractions in West...more
In Town
Information Centre: displays of geology, history, flora and fauna; spectacular photographic collection.
Nearby
Uluru Australia’s most recognisable natural landmark and the largest monolith in the world, Uluru features stunning Aboriginal rock-art sites that can be viewed on guided walks and tours around the base. These sites highlight the rock’s significance for Aboriginal people. The traditional owners prefer visitors not to climb Uluru and there are countless tales of a curse befalling those who take a piece of the rock home as a souvenir. The spectacular changing colours of Uluru at sunrise and sunset are not to be missed. 20 km SE.
Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre: designed in the shape of two snakes, with displays of Aboriginal culture and sales of artwork; on approach road to Uluru; (08) 8956 2214; 17 km S Kata Tjuta: remarkable rock formations, with spectacular Valley of the Winds walk, fantastic views and a variety of flora and fauna; 50 km W. Tours: helicopter, coach and safari tours; call information centre for bookings.
Cafes & restaurants around town
There are two dining areas at the Outback Pioneer – the Bough House restaurant, which is open for breakfast and dinner, and the Pioneer BBQ and Bar, open only for dinner. The Pioneer BBQ is very popular with... Find out more
Located in the Sails in the Desert Hotel, Kuniya is fine dining at its best. The restaurant is lavishly decorated with chandeliers, flowers and artworks, fresh ingredients are flown in from Adelaide, and the menu changes... Find out more
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Campsites around town
Curtin Springs Roadhouse camping area 79 km
There are plenty of free unpowered campsites at this roadhouse, conveniently located on the Lasseter Hwy, 85 km east of the entrance to the Uluru–Kata Tjuta National Park. There are also 8 powered sites, a pub and... Find out moreKings Canyon Resort camping area 123 km
Just 7 km north-east of Kings Canyon, off Luritja Rd, this resort caters for all levels of accommodation, including powered and unpowered campsites. It has fuel, a pool, café, bar and tennis court. Take a short... Find out moreKings Creek Station camping area 126 km
The largest exporter of camels in Australia, this is one of the best spots to go for a camel safari across an outback station. There are also quad-bike rides and helicopter tours, and a live ‘stock... Find out moreDocker River Community camping area 196 km
Camp almost on the WA border in a grove of shady desert oaks with views of sand dunes and the stunning Petermann Ranges. You’ll need to be well prepared and travel with a permit from the Central Land Council to be... Find out morePalm Valley camping area 222 km
The main campground has good facilities and is 22 km south of Hermannsburg. You will need to bring your own firewood or use the gas barbecues. Many sites are situated under the trees along Palm Creek, which usually has... Find out moreDesert Oaks Resort 224 km
Packed with facilities, including a pool, tennis court, playground and licensed restaurant, the Desert Oaks Resort is 200 km south of Alice Springs, at the junction of the Stuart and Lasseter highways. It is another 2.5... Find out moreBoggy Hole camping area (bush camping) 227 km
You can fish and swim here, but there are no facilities and generators are not allowed. It is on the Finke River 4WD route, 33 km south of Larapinta Dr.... Find out moreHenbury Meteorites camping area 231 km
The park can be reached in a conventional vehicle. Take the Stuart Hwy south of Alice Springs for 130 km, then turn onto the gravel road leading to Watarrka National Park and drive for 8 km, then take the turn-off north... Find out moreRedbank Gorge – Woodland camping area 240 km
Virtually opposite the Ridgetop campsite, 3.5 km north of Namatjira Dr, 152 km west of Alice Springs, with the turn-off to the left, this basic campsite is slightly larger, with sandy spots to pitch a tent.... Find out moreCaravan parks around town
Kings Canyon Resort 123 km
This is a very good resort and caravan park located about 7 km from Kings Canyon. The resort has a range of accommodation, a restaurant and a well-stocked roadhouse. Bookings are required in peak periods. Pets are... Find out moreKings Creek Station 126 km
Located 39 km from Kings Canyon, this large camping area on a cattle station caters solely for tourists and has a restaurant and numerous sites in bush settings. There are numerous activities including camel rides,... Find out moreDesert Oaks Resort 224 km
Erldunda is an important service centre strategically located at the junction of the Stuart and Lasseter highways. This is a good quality park and is an excellent overnight stop. The facilities include a tennis court and... Find out moreHotels, motels & B&Bs around town
A short walk from Yulara shopping centre, these apartments are an ideal option for groups or large families who want the comforts of home rather than the opulence of a hotel. The one- and two-bedroom apartments can... Find out more
This award-winning destination is described by its owner, Voyages, as luxurious, eco-sensitive and romantic. Certainly, camping out in the desert was never so comfortable. Luxury tents sit atop a sand dune with private... Find out more
Outback Pioneer Hotel and Lodge
If you are not camping, the Outback Pioneer is the family end of accommodation at Uluru. Hotel rooms and budget cabins provide two- or three-star accommodation. Facilities include a large swimming pool, tennis court,... Find out moreVoyages’ five-star accommodation at Yulara is named after the distinctive white sails that soar over the roof. Luxury in the outback is the theme at Sails in the Desert: relax by a magnificent pool, enjoy fine... Find out more
Not only has this hotel got a great name, it’s also a reasonable place to stay. Colourful, contemporary and well designed, it provides modern, studio-style accommodation. Facilities include an outdoor pool for... Find out more
Curtin Springs Cattle Station & Wayside Inn
Part of Curtin Springs cattle station, 84 kilometres east of Yulara at the edge of Uluru–Kata Tjuta National Park, the roadhouse is a good base for a daytrip to Uluru. It’s also well located to explore other... Find out moreLocated 200 kilometres south of Alice Springs, halfway to Uluru, this working cattle station offers accommodation in a three-bedroom cottage, near the homestead. Owned by the Kilgariff family, the station is one of the... Find out more
Eco-friendly places to stay around town
Uluru and Kata Tjuta 1 km
In terms of accommodation providers, options are very limited at Uluru and camping is not permitted in the park, but thankfully Ayers Rock Resort has been developed with a wide variety of options, from five-star luxury... Find out moreKings Canyon 125 km
Kings Canyon Wilderness Lodge, run by APT on Kings Creek Station adjacent Watarrka National Park, has luxury tented cabins that are partly run on solar power. Kings Creek Station itself has a range of camping sites and... Find out more
