Burt Plain Travel Guide

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Still culturally significant for the Western Arrernte people, ochre has been collected from here for thousands of years. This can also be used to access Section 8/9 of the Larapinta trail.
Still culturally significant for the Western Arrernte people, ochre has been collected from here for thousands of years. This can also be used to access Section 8/9 of the Larapinta trail.
Still culturally significant for the Western Arrernte people, ochre has been collected from here for thousands of years.  This can also be used to access Section 8/9 of the Larapinta trail.
Simpsons Gap is one of the most prominent gaps in the West MacDonnell Ranges just 18 kilometres from Alice Springs in the Red Centre of Australia.

Featuring towering cliffs, a permanent waterhole, and opportunities to spot the rare black-footed rock wallabies in the late morning.
The "Ochre Pits" was a cool place to visit on our drive along the Red Centre Way drive, about 100 kilometres from Alice Springs in the Northern Territory of Australia. 

The pits consist of multi-coloured layered rock traditionally used by the aboriginal people for painting and decoration in ceremonies, still used today!

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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$151 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
NZ$151
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Excellent staff, the rooms were spacious and clean, a close walk to the casino for lunch. The grounds are beautiful and the poolis A+

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs
Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs

Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs

3.5 out of 5
20 Gregory Terrace Alice Springs NT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$115 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
NZ$115
26 Feb - 27 Feb
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. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
I asked for ground floor, near pool if possible and quiet. I was allocated room 207. The night was very quiet. The room was spotlessly clean and the bed was extremely comfortable and enjoyed a great nights sleep. Dinner was quick as a flash. The only negative was my not so cold JD RTD for $13.70. ...

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Diplomat Hotel 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$169 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$169
27 Feb - 28 Feb
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)
Clean room, very nice pool area

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG
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.
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 Golf Club and Lasseters ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (385 reviews)
Very well equipped apartment, especially liked having washer and dryer in room. Needs a few more kitchen tools, like paring knife, etc. Two knives were provided but were too large and not sharp. Providing items like salt and pepper would be appreciated. Parking lot was crowded, difficult to maneuver, ...

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Quest Alice Springs
Vatu Sanctuary

Vatu Sanctuary

2.5 out of 5
18 Knuckey Avenue Braitling NT
Stay at this apartment in Alice Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Anzac Hill and Alice Springs Telegraph Station are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Excellent place in Alice Springs
I stayed in a studio which was very spacious and comfortable. It has all modern amenities. Communal areas are great! I specially liked the artwork in the rooms and outside. Overall fantastic place.

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2017

Vatu Sanctuary
Vatu Sanctuary - The Pond (art gallery style apartment with private entrance)

Vatu Sanctuary - The Pond (art gallery style apartment with private entrance)

Braitling NT
Stay at this apartment in Alice Springs. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Anzac Hill and Alice Springs Telegraph Station are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Roomy
Plenty of room to spread out and relax, close to town.

Reviewed on 29 June 2021

Vatu Sanctuary - The Pond (art gallery style apartment with private entrance)
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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