Red Centre

Uluru (Ayers Rock)

Rising from the broad desert plain in the deep centre of Australia, Uluru (Ayers Rock) is Australia's most recognisable natural icon. The famous sandstone monolith stands 348 metres high, and, like an iceberg, has most of its bulk below the surface. It is located 440 kilometres south-west of Alice Springs in the Uluru/Kata Tjuta National Park. 40 kilometres to the west of Uluru (Ayers Rock) is Kata Tjuta, also known as The Olgas. This massive pile of rock domes dates back 500 million years.

Both Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) have great cultural significance for the Anangu traditional landowners, who lead walking tours that inform about the local flora and fauna, bush foods and the Aboriginal Dreamtime stories of the area. Watarrka National Park, encompassing Kings Canyon, lies 300 kilometres to the north-east of Uluru (Ayers Rock) and 310 kilometres west of Alice Springs. Kings Canyon has 300-metre-high sandstone walls, walking trails, palm-filled crevices and views across the desert.

Alice Springs

In the heart of Central Australia, between the East and West MacDonnell Ranges, sits Australia's most famous outback town. Alice Springs is a thriving, spirited outback centre - as famous for the personality of its locals as the natural wonders that surround it.

A great base from which to explore its surrounding natural wonders, the town itself defies most travellers' expectations combining a strong sense of its outback history with all the convenience of modern facilities. Most of all, it is the uncomplicated yet vibrant personality of Alice that leaves a lasting impression on visitors.

The West and East MacDonnell Ranges straddle the town and their spectacular gorges and chasms set the scene for a range of adventure activities. Beyond the Ranges stretch the Simpson and Tanami deserts, where Aboriginal people have lived for thousands of years. Their art styles and Dreamtime stories unlock the mysteries of the desert and give meaning to its otherwise intangible beauty.


While you are in the Red Centre, the heart of Australia, your accommodation needs are covered with Simply Lush. We offer a range of luxury accommodation options, from cottage style bed and breakfasts to luxury wilderness camps, world-class resorts to contemporary boutique hotels - it's all here!

 Red Centre Luxury Hotels, Bed and Breakfasts, Retreats & Guesthouses

We have reviewed and selected the very best, big and small luxury hotels, bed and breakfasts, day spas, luxury retreats and guest houses that we can find for Accommodation Red Centre.

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Red Centre Self Contained, Apartments, Lodges & Cottages

We have reviewed and selected the best luxury self-contained apartment style accommodation, lodges and cottages that we can find for Accommodation Red Centre.

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