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grassy sites, spotless amenities and a variety of accommodation from simple cabins with
shared bathroom to self-contained two-bedroom villas. Not the cheapest option, but you
get what you pay for with a roster of daily activities from stargazing to pancake Sundays.
Kids can cavort in the adventure playground, BMX track and basketball court, while
adults can kick back around the pool.
White Gum Motel
MOTEL $$$
( 08-8952 5144, 1800 624 110;
www.whitegum.com.au
; 17 Gap Rd; s/d/tr/q $100/115/130/145;
)
This impeccable old-fashioned motel is located about 10 to 15 minutes' walk
from the mall, and perfect if you want a reasonably priced room with your own full kit-
chen. The spacious rooms are self-contained, clean as a whistle, and ideal for families.
Alice on Todd
APARTMENTS $$$
( 08-8953 8033;
www.aliceontodd.com
; cnr Strehlow St & South Tce; studio $128, 1-/2-bedroom
apt $156/195, deluxe 1-/2-bedroom apt $170/210; )
This attractive and secure
apartment complex on the banks of the Todd River offers one- and two- bedroom self-
contained units with kitchen and lounge. The balconied units sleep up to six so they're a
great option for families. The deluxe apartments are a step up in decor and comfort. The
landscaped grounds enclose a BBQ area, playground and a games room.
Chifley Alice Springs
HOTEL $$$
( 08-8951 4545;
www.chifleyhotels.com.au
; 34 Stott Tce; standard/superior/deluxe d $140/190/
250; )
With a circle of double-storey buildings arranged around a swath of
lawns and gum trees, the Chifley has a relaxed country-club vibe. Avoid the standard
rooms and go for the recently refurbished superior and deluxe accommodation overlook-
ing the Todd River. There's an attractive pool area with a swim-up bar, plus a seafood
restaurant.
All Seasons Oasis
HOTEL $$$
( 08-8952 1444;
www.allseasons.com.au
; 10 Gap Rd; d from $140; )
With two
swimming pools, the central one shaded by sails and surrounded with palm-shaded lawn,
All Seasons convincingly re-creates the oasis experience. The rooms are conventional
and comfortable enough to keep it busy with tour groups. There's a restaurant, a bar with
