Desert Springs Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Uluru, a large sandstone monolith in the southern part of the Northern Territory in central Australia.
A spiny lizard on sandy ground.
Two people on a golf course with a clear blue sky and a red rock landscape in the background.
A golf course with a desert landscape in the background.

Stay near popular Desert Springs attractions

Alice Springs Golf Club

8.6/10 (28 reviews)
Eighteen challenging holes between rocky outcrops and spinifex grass offer views over the MacDonnell Ranges at this unique golf green in the middle of the desert.
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Activities

West MacDonnell Ranges Half day Tour -Small Group

West MacDonnell Ranges Half day Tour -Small Group

NZ$172
per adult
West MacDonnell Ranges Half day Tour -Small Group
Alice Springs School of the Air Guided Tour Ticket

Alice Springs School of the Air Guided Tour Ticket

NZ$21
per adult
Alice Springs School of the Air Guided Tour Ticket
Small Group Art Centre Tour in Alice Springs with Transport

Small Group Art Centre Tour in Alice Springs with Transport

NZ$105
per adult
Small Group Art Centre Tour in Alice Springs with Transport
Alice Town and Country Half Day Sunset Tour -Small Group

Alice Town and Country Half Day Tour -Small Group

NZ$241
per adult
Alice Town and Country Half Day Tour -Small Group
Alice Town And Country Half Day Sunset Tour - Small Group

Alice Town And Country Half Day Tour - Small Group

NZ$241
per adult
Alice Town And Country Half Day Tour - Small Group
West MacDonnell Ranges Tjoritja Full-Day Tour with Lunch from Alice Springs

West MacDonnell Ranges Tjoritja Full-Day Tour with Lunch from Alice Springs

NZ$272
per adult
West MacDonnell Ranges Tjoritja Full-Day Tour with Lunch from Alice Springs
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Our pick of the best Desert Springs Hotel Deals

DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs

DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs

4.5 out of 5
82 Barrett Drive Desert Springs NT
The price is NZ$209 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
NZ$209
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs
Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG

Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG

4.5 out of 5
93 Barrett Drive Desert Springs NT
The price is NZ$176 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
NZ$176
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The staff were extremely helpful and property was immaculate"

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG
Desert Palms Alice Springs

Desert Palms Alice Springs

3.5 out of 5
74 Barrett Drive Desert Springs NT
The price is NZ$226 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
NZ$226
3 Dec - 4 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf motel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Somewhat remote from the town. Too far to walk on a hot day"

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

Desert Palms Alice Springs
Greet Hotel Alice Springs

Greet Hotel Alice Springs

3.5 out of 5
20 Gregory Terrace Alice Springs NT
The price is NZ$146 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
NZ$146
9 Dec - 10 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Greet Hotel Alice Springs
Mantra Alice Springs

Mantra Alice Springs

3.5 out of 5
11 Leichardt Tce Alice Springs NT
The price is NZ$151 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
NZ$151
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (343 reviews)
"Centrally located. Clean room. Tired looking hotel Staff were friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026

Mantra Alice Springs
Quest Alice Springs

Quest Alice Springs

4.5 out of 5
9-10 South Terrace The Gap NT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$196 per night from 12 Dec to 13 Dec
NZ$196
12 Dec - 13 Dec
includes taxes & fees
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! (400 reviews)
"location, staff, was just what the doctor ordered."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Quest Alice Springs
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Our guide on where to stay in Desert Springs

Find the best Desert Springs areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A river canyon with red rock cliffs and a small bridge.

The Gap

Unique features of The Gap include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Alice Springs Aquatic & Leisure Centre or National Pioneer Women's Hall of Fame while you're exploring the area.

A man walking towards a sign that reads "SPRINGS".

Alice Springs CBD

If you're spending some time in Alice Springs CBD, Todd Mall and Australian Aboriginal Dreamtime Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

A sign for Alice Springs School of the Air Visitor Centre with a group of people standing nearby.

Braitling

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Braitling. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Larapinta Trail Trailhead and Alice Springs Telegraph Station, a few notable attractions nearby.

A canyon with red rock walls and a calm river reflecting the scenery.

Gillen

Gillen is well liked for its restaurants and sporting events. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Museum of Central Australia and Lasseters Casino are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

A hand holding a corn cob with a larva on it.
Photo by Lauren Bath
Open Photo by Lauren Bath

Ciccone

The parks and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Ciccone. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Anzac Hill and Museum of Central Australia, a few notable attractions nearby.

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