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Desert Palms Alice Springs

3.5 star property
Motel in Alice Springs with free parking

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Golf
Double Villa (2 adults, 1 child)
Property grounds

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept

Explore the area

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74 Barrett Drive, Desert Springs, NT, 0871
  • Alice Springs Golf Club
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Lasseters Casino
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Todd Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Alice Springs, NT (ASP)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family room (2 adults, 3 children)

Terrace/patio

Family room (2 adults, 3 children)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quad Villa (4 adults, 3 children)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double Villa (2 adults, 1 child)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Villa (2 adults, 1 child)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Triple Villa (3 adults, 2 children)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Villa (3 adults, 2 children)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Villa

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Villa

  • Sleeps 2

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

Quad Villa

  • Sleeps 4

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Villa

  • Sleeps 3

Triple Villa (3 Adults, 2 Children)

  • Sleeps 3

Family Room (2 Adults + 3 Children)

  • Sleeps 2

Quad Villa (4 Adults, 3 Children)

  • Sleeps 4

Double Villa (2 Adults, 1 Child)

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Alice Springs

At Desert Palms Alice Springs you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Lasseters Casino and Alice Springs Golf Club. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, gas grills and a picnic area. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Desert Springs motel include Alice Springs Convention Centre and Olive Pink Botanic Garden.
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What's nearby

  • Alice Springs Golf Club - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lasseters Casino - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Alice Springs Reptile Centre - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Todd Mall - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Alice Springs Desert Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Ciccone Alice Springs Station - 6 min drive
  • Alice Springs, NT (ASP) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hanuman Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gap View Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Deck Eatery & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Page 27 Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Gillen Club - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Desert Palms Alice Springs

Motel in Alice Springs with free parking
As a guest of Desert Palms Alice Springs, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. WiFi is free in public spaces. Desert Palms Alice Springs also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Alice Springs motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Desert Palms Alice Springs offers 80 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodation at this 3.5-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Alice Springs motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.8 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.
This property's general deposit is refundable via credit card upon check-out, pending room inspection.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.8 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses solar energy
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses solar energy.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Palms Desert
Desert Palms Alice Springs Motel
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Desert Palms Alice Springs Desert Springs
Desert Palms Alice Springs Motel Desert Springs

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Desert Palms Alice Springs?

Desert Palms Alice Springs offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Desert Palms Alice Springs?

As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Desert Palms Alice Springs on 23 Sept 2025 start from NZ$189.63, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Desert Palms Alice Springs?

Yep, Desert Palms Alice Springs has a free self car park.

Does Desert Palms Alice Springs have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Desert Palms Alice Springs has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Desert Palms Alice Springs?

No, Desert Palms Alice Springs does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Desert Palms Alice Springs?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Desert Palms Alice Springs?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Desert Palms Alice Springs?

There is a golf course next to Desert Palms Alice Springs.

Reviews

Desert Palms Alice Springs Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 379 out of 951 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 417 out of 951 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 951 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 951 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 951 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dorothy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Secure property with gated access overnight. Villa clean. Kitchenette could benefit from microwave dishes for heating food in place of pans as there is no hob to use the pans.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting against the hills around Alice Springs. Cabins were attractive in style and palms around the property added to the overall attractiveness.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Tim

Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, accomodating and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice relaxing feel to the property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was well situated, ease of walk to the casino. Safe & secure.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Narine

Nice hotel in a good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
SAFE, QUIET PLACE TO STAY WHEN EXPLORING THE RED CENTRE OF AUSTRALIA.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Tony

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The rooms were fairly nice but not as good as the pictures make it look. The pool is right by the main road so not as relaxing as we had hoped.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. We look forward to staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Theo

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The locked gate is great but I almost got caught out the first night when forgot to memorise the PIN. Overall, not a bad place to stay a few nights.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Please advertise you have laundry facilities and a walkable restaurant at the golf course nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lorraine T

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location and very close to the golf course restaurent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Parking needs to be allocated fir each unit. Park creeping occurs . Also direction of traffic in the park needs to be tightened up so that all parking is in the same direction. Otherwise, always live staying at this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gift, Alice Springs

Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean not dusty. Very secure. Rooms for triple villa not big enough. Housekeeping options not the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with family
Great place to stay will definitely recommend this little gem to my friends and family
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the birds outside the rooms. Quite a treat.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Carol

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Facilities a little run down and tired, and limited supplies in on site shop. Pool quite small.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Staff & service
4 star facility great budget accommodation bed hard, took awhile to cool room down in 42 degree day.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here on several occasions we never stay anywhere else. We love the villas and the pool is such a vibe. Friendly staff. Plenty of parking for trailers. Beds are comfy. Also have access to the golf course out back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Dong Sheng

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024