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( 1300 134 044; r $380-480; )
One of Yulara's originals, the standard rooms,
particularly the bathrooms, are looking dated but, at the time of research, a major renova-
tion was planned for the near future. Currently the spacious deluxe rooms are the best op-
tion, featuring balconies with desert or Uluru views. A big buffet breakfast is served in
the restaurant and there's a pleasant pool area shaded with gums.
Sails in the Desert
HOTEL $$$
$$$
( 1300 134 044; standard d $400, ste $780; )
Although refurbished in 2011/12,
the rooms still seem overpriced and by far the best part of this hotel is the lovely (and ex-
clusive) pool and surrounding lawn shaded by sails and trees. There are also tennis
courts, a health spa, several restaurants and a piano bar. The best rooms have balcony
views of the rock - request one when you make a booking.
5
Eating
Red Rock Deli
DELI $
(Resort Shopping Centre; snacks $5-10; 8am-4pm)
Line up for steaming-hot espresso and
croissants in the morning or grab filled paninis and wraps for lunch.
Geckos Cafe
MEDITERRANEAN $$$
(Resort Shopping Centre; mains $18-28; 11am-9pm; )
For great value, warm atmosphere
and tasty food head to this buzzing licensed cafe, which, it says, 'cater for everyone'.
The wood-fired pizzas, salads and pasta go well with a carafe of sangria, and the court-
yard tables are a great place to enjoy the desert night air. There are several veggie and
gluten-free options plus meals can be made to takeaway.
Outback Pioneer Barbecue
BBQ $$$
(Outback Pioneer Hotel & Lodge; mains $20-35, salad only $16; 6-9pm)
For a fun, casual night
out, this lively tavern is the popular choice for everyone from backpackers to grey
nomads. Choose between kangaroo skewers, prawns, veggie burgers, steaks and emu
sausages and grill them yourself at the communal BBQs. The deal includes a salad bar.
$10-22;
lunch & dinner)
, doing brisk business in burgers, pizza and kiddie meals.
