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Where to stay in Macdonnell Region

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Macdonnell Region on Hotels.com. These Macdonnell Region hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on October 12, 2026.

Top hotels in Petermann

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a wooden stool, and a large window with a desert view.

Discovery Resorts - Kings Canyon

Petermann

A modern outdoor pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a clear blue pool.

The Lost Camel

Yulara

A red building with a sign reading "Olivier Hotel & Lodge" and a "Reception" sign.

Outback Lodge

Ayers Rock

A long buffet line with various dishes and a fruit display.

Desert Gardens Hotel

Yulara

A red building with a sign reading "Outback Hotel & Lodge" and a "Reception" sign.

The Outback Hotel

Yulara

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and a view of a desert landscape.

Emu Walk Apartments

Yulara

A bar area with a long counter, multiple hanging pendant lights, and a barista preparing drinks.

Sails In The Desert

Yulara

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Top hotels in Kings Canyon

Discovery Resorts - Kings Canyon

Petermann

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Top hotels in Hale

A serene landscape with a clear pool surrounded by rocks and vegetation.

Ooraminna Station Homestead

Hale

A swimming pool with a fountain, surrounded by a covered outdoor area with tables and chairs, and a building with large windows and a sign.

Mercure Alice Springs Resort

East Side

A resort with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a view of a mountain.

Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG

Desert Springs

A serene pond surrounded by tall palm trees and a building in the background.

DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs

Desert Springs

A poolside area with a covered seating area, a pool, and palm trees.

Red Rock Hostel

Alice Springs CBD

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and solar panels.

Desert Palms Alice Springs

Desert Springs

A multi-story hotel with a covered outdoor seating area and a restaurant.

Mantra Alice Springs

Alice Springs CBD

A round glass table with six chairs, surrounded by a wooden deck and potted plants.

Alice on Todd Apartments

The Gap

Quest Alice Springs

The Gap

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a brick accent wall, and large windows offering views of the outside.

Greet Hotel Alice Springs

Alice Springs CBD

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a balcony with a wooden deck and a view of the surrounding landscape.

Discovery Parks - Alice Springs

Ross

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a desk, and a kitchenette.

Elkira Court Motel

Alice Springs CBD

The Squeaky Windmill Boutique BnB

White Gums

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Top cities in Macdonnell Region

Uluru at sunset with sparse vegetation and a clear sky.

Petermann

Petermann has lots of attractions such as Uluru and Kata Tjuta.

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A canyon with red rock formations and green vegetation.

Kings Canyon

While in Kings Canyon you can visit nearby attractions such as Watarrka National Park and Kings Canyon.

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A welcome sign for the Northern Territory with a colorful emblem.

Ghan

Ghan has lots of attractions such as Finke Gorge National Park and Angas Downs Indigenous Protected Area.

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A vehicle on a dirt road with a red rock cliff and sparse vegetation.

Hale

Hale has lots of attractions such as N'Dhala Gorge Nature Park and Ruby Gap Nature Park.

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A silver SUV on a dirt road with red rock formations in the background.

Hugh

Hugh has lots of attractions such as Tjoritja-West MacDonnell National Park and Standley Chasm.

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A winding road through a red desert landscape with sparse vegetation and a prominent red rock formation in the distance.

Mutitjulu

While in Mutitjulu you can visit nearby attractions such as Uluru and Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.

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Top landmarks in Macdonnell Region

Uluru

9.8/10 (72 reviews)

If you like spending time outside, you might want to spend the day at Uluru, one of the best parks located 27 mi (43.4 km) from central Petermann.

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Uluru, a large red sandstone monolith in the heart of the Northern Territory in central Australia.

Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park

9.6/10 (60 reviews)

If you like spending time outside, then spend the day at Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, located 39.9 mi (64.2 km) from central Petermann. Petermann has other activities you might want to enjoy such as Uluru.

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A road leading to red rock formations under a clear blue sky.

Kata Tjuta

9.8/10 (41 reviews)

You might want to head out to Kata Tjuta for some fresh mountain air and a bird's-eye view of Petermann. If you like Kata Tjuta and want to stay outside, head to Mount Olga or Walpa Gorge, both also located in Petermann.

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A rugged red rock landscape with sparse vegetation and a clear blue sky with wispy clouds.

Kings Canyon

10.0/10 (68 reviews)

If you like spending time outside, then spend the day at Kings Canyon, located 3.7 mi (6 km) from central Kings Canyon. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Watarrka National Park, located nearby.

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A river flowing through a canyon with red rock walls and trees on either side.

Ellery Creek Big Hole

Listen to the relaxing sound of the water and take some great vacation pics at Ellery Creek Big Hole located 27.7 mi (44.5 km) from central Namatjira.

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Glen Helen Gorge

Glen Helen Gorge is in the heart of Mount Zeil, so why not stop by during your stay.

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Check out the Macdonnell Region hotels guests love right now

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a shower area.

A modern building with large, beige canopies providing shade.

A large swimming pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by a fenced area with a view of the surrounding buildings.

Sails In The Desert

Yulara

10/10 Exceptional

Robert

A large red rock formation with a flat top, surrounded by a flat landscape.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and decorative lamps.

The Lost Camel

Yulara

10/10 Exceptional

Nanako

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a view of a landscape.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a building with large windows.

Desert Gardens Hotel

Yulara

10/10 Exceptional

Julie

A spacious room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a view of the outdoors.

An aerial view of a campsite with a swimming pool, picnic tables, and tents.

A desert-style tent with a flat roof, surrounded by dry grass and sparse vegetation.

Discovery Resorts - Kings Canyon

Petermann

10/10 Exceptional

Vishal

A room with a central bed, wooden beams, a ceiling fan, and a fur rug.

A rustic interior of Ooraminna Hotel with a wooden sign, bar area, and visible seating arrangements.

A rustic wooden structure with a covered porch, a hammock, and a bench.

Ooraminna Station Homestead

Hale

10/10 Exceptional

Tucked away in the heart of Australia’s NT lies the hidden gem of Ooraminna Station Homestead, expertly curated by owner Nicky Lorimer. This former cattle ranch and movie set (famed for Ted Egan's "The Drover's Boy") is steeped in rich history and diverse culture. Accommodations: •⁠ ⁠4 cabins offering simplistic comfort •⁠ ⁠4 glamping tents available during winter months (perfect for stargazing) •⁠ ⁠Refreshing pool overlooking the Ooraminna Hills Dining: •⁠ ⁠Savor delicious, authentic...

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