Title: Visit Desert Springs: Best of Desert Springs, Alice Springs Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Desert Springs](https://expedia.ca/Desert-Springs-Alice-Springs-Hotels.0-n6216254-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Alice Springs](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Alice-Springs.d6052510.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Alice Springs](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Alice-Springs.d6052510.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Desert Springs Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Desert-Springs.d6216254.Car-Rental-Guide)[Desert Springs Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Desert-Springs.d6216254.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Desert Springs ## Alice Springs ![Alice Springs featuring tranquil scenes and golf as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634340984281/94332651-0b57-4b94-960d-d8c2e474b232.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Alice Springs featuring tranquil scenes and golf as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634340984281/94332651-0b57-4b94-960d-d8c2e474b232.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Alice Springs showing golf and tranquil scenes as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634340984281/08c60ada-2862-449b-b035-b47fcc8316c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Banner panorama of Thorny Devil or mountain devil, thorny lizard, thorny dragon and moloch, a species of lizard. Desert Park at Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia. Copy space with red sand.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6216254/cd8a579a-328a-4f39-80bf-451382af77b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Australian Outback vegetation, Northern Territory](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6216254/fc975585-f945-47e6-8ff7-3feed6f40806.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Desert Springs Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Alice Springs travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Alice-Springs.dx6052510) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Alice Springs featuring tranquil scenes and golf as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634340984281/94332651-0b57-4b94-960d-d8c2e474b232.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alice Springs Golf Club Eighteen challenging holes between rocky outcrops and spinifex grass offer views over the MacDonnell Ranges at this unique golf green in the middle of the desert. [](https://expedia.ca/Alice-Springs-Golf-Club-Desert-Springs.d553248634340984281.Vacation-Attraction) ![Alice Springs Desert Park showing desert views and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6186465/b2954d4c-5081-46c9-9976-c1c5a322a2af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alice Springs Desert Park 4/5(5 reviews) Discover nocturnal creatures of the desert, learn the survival skills of the Arrernte people and walk alongside kangaroos and emus in this nature park. [](https://expedia.ca/Alice-Springs-Desert-Park-Flynn.d6186465.Vacation-Attraction) ![School of the Air showing heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6216460/4494abc5-2c2c-4f06-a7a2-d0b7c4bfd49e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alice Springs School of the Air 5/5(1 review) Visit a school with a very unique classroom design at this innovative education centre, which brings radio lessons to children all over the Australian desert. [](https://expedia.ca/Alice-Springs-School-Of-The-Air-Braitling.d6216460.Vacation-Attraction) ![Alice Springs showing a lake or waterhole as well as an individual male](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532608364/4b9f045a-e0a5-419b-8f0e-759a7d0e4748.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Larapinta Trail Trailhead 4.5/5(2 reviews) Hike over rocky gorges to secluded waterholes and up the slopes of Mount Sonder, then Camp beneath the stars and wake for a desert sunrise. [](https://expedia.ca/Larapinta-Trail-Trailhead-Stuart.d553248621532608364.Vacation-Attraction) ![Alice Springs Telegraph Station showing a small town or village, farmland and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6186472/ed19337c-b68d-456f-869c-1c1786c9c184.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alice Springs Telegraph Station 3.5/5(5 reviews) You can spend time exploring the galleries in Alice Springs Telegraph Station during your travels in Alice Springs. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Alice-Springs-Telegraph-Station-Stuart.d6186472.Vacation-Attraction) ![Alice Springs which includes military items, a sunset and views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965692/8e74a0aa-7907-4adf-a192-a832d3e5a2dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Anzac Hill 4/5(8 reviews) Arrive at this lookout point at sunset to see Alice Springs as you’ve never seen it before, spread out far below against the pinks and reds of the evening sky. [](https://expedia.ca/Anzac-Hill-Alice-Springs.d553248621526965692.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![West MacDonnell Ranges Half day Tour -Small Group](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4775633/a7b6ab3d-2a79-4d44-a023-7816d00bdf4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### West MacDonnell Ranges Half day Tour -Small Group CA $138 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/west-macdonnell-ranges-half-day-tour-small-group.a4775633.activity-details) ![Couple at Kata Tjuta in the early morning, Uluru Australia's Red Centre](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46302529/3c22d138-3d8e-42bd-a04a-28719fd6ce7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 3 Day Red Centre Kata Tjuta Kings Canyon Outback ex.Alice Springs CA $739 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-day-red-centre-kata-tjuta-kings-canyon-outback-exalice-springs.a46302529.activity-details) ![Alice Town and Country Half Day Sunset Tour -Small Group](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48371823/b5720353-6b17-47fe-be28-2ccf2ac5ff35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alice Town and Country Half Day Sunset Tour -Small Group CA $181 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/alice-town-and-country-half-day-sunset-tour-small-group.a48371823.activity-details) ![Alice Town And Country Half Day Sunset Tour - Small Group](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44897316/9bb1be2c-c74f-4a77-a748-4b3e3fcc3c68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alice Town And Country Half Day Sunset Tour - Small Group CA $181 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/alice-town-and-country-half-day-sunset-tour-small-group.a44897316.activity-details) ![Art Centre Tour in Alice Springs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49836637/ac8f9d28-be2f-4490-9ae9-0d2c902ed3a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Art Centre Tour in Alice Springs CA $79 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/art-centre-tour-in-alice-springs.a49836637.activity-details) ![West MacDonnell Ranges National Park, Standley Chasm](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44961695/e267b3e8-db9a-4512-af07-8775fb6c0a08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### West MacDonnell Ranges & Standley Chasm Day Trip from Alice Springs CA $154 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/west-macdonnell-ranges-standley-chasm-day-trip-from-alice-springs.a44961695.activity-details) [See all activities in Alice Springs](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Alice-Springs.d6052510.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Desert Springs Hotel Deals ![Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1047900/1047826/eee3712e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG 93 Barrett Drive Desert Springs NT CA $100 CA $111 total Feb 1 - Feb 2 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews) Good hotel with spacious rooms and a great pool Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=1047826&PinnedHotelID=1047826&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6216254) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19400/19344/14b13d42_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs 82 Barrett Drive Desert Springs NT CA $109 CA $120 total Feb 1 - Feb 2 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this golf hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (995 reviews) Yes Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=19344&PinnedHotelID=19344&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6216254) ![Desert Palms Alice Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2100000/2097700/2097609/e2676dea_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Desert Palms Alice Springs 74 Barrett Drive Desert Springs NT Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $114 CA $127 total Feb 3 - Feb 4 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this golf motel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (966 reviews) Everything from booking, checking and check out was perfect. Would definitely stay again Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F02%2F2026&endDate=04%2F02%2F2026&selected=2097609&PinnedHotelID=2097609&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6216254) ![Stay at Alice Springs Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/919300/919275/50919c83_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Stay at Alice Springs Hotel 11 Leichardt Tce Alice Springs NT CA $81 CA $89 total Feb 7 - Feb 8 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 7.4/10 Good! (286 reviews) Big spacious rooms. Bit dated but clean and comfortable bed. Good Wi-Fi. Kettle and fridge in rooms. Small pool. Central location Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026&selected=919275&PinnedHotelID=919275&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6216254) ![Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/130000/120200/120131/cb90b4a7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs 20 Gregory Terrace Alice Springs NT CA $69 CA $76 total Feb 24 - Feb 25 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews) Everything was good Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=120131&PinnedHotelID=120131&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6216254) ![Mercure Alice Springs Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/546100/546080/1a861d8f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mercure Alice Springs Resort 34 Stott Terrace East Side NT CA $102 CA $112 total Feb 1 - Feb 2 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (997 reviews) The staff was great from check-in to checkout. The buffet breakfast was delicious and there was a variety of fruit. Gotta say, the Prawn Red Curry was FANTASTIC! Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=546080&PinnedHotelID=546080&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6216254) [See all 28 properties in Desert Springs](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6216254) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Desert Springs hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6216254&startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25)[Jan 24 - Jan 25](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6216254&startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6216254&startDate=2026-01-25&endDate=2026-01-26)[Jan 25 - Jan 26](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6216254&startDate=2026-01-25&endDate=2026-01-26) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6216254&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026)[Jan 30 - Feb 1](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6216254&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Desert Springs ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mount Johns Mount Johns is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Heavitree Gap and Yeperenye-Emily and Jessie Gaps Nature Park. [](https://expedia.ca/Alice-Springs-Mount-Johns.dx6216174) ![Detail image of Simpsons Gap in the MacDonnell Ranges near Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia featuring orange rock faces and beautiful ghost gum trees](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6216169/5052652f-4167-4579-9716-95af740f7840.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The Gap Unique features of The Gap include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Alice Springs Transport Heritage Centre or Heritage Walk while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Alice-Springs-The-Gap.dx6216169) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sadadeen When in Sadadeen, you can plan a visit to Todd Mall and Alice Springs Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.ca/Alice-Springs-Sadadeen.dx553248634374213144) ![The Ghan makes a 3,000km journey from Darwin to Adelaide, with the mighty wheels kicking up the red dirt of the Australian Outback as it travels straight down the middle of the country. It's a once in a lifetime journey, but it pays to be prepared. My tip for any visit to the Outback is to invest in a fly net for your head and shoes you don't mind coming home covered in red dust! #LifeatExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052510/5ba32b99-e2aa-4208-93d0-b2940f2bd10b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Alice Springs CBD While visiting Alice Springs CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Todd Mall and Adelaide House. [](https://expedia.ca/Alice-Springs-Alice-Springs-CBD.dx961017591741214720) ![I'm in the Northern Territory working with Travel Freedom on two tours; Mulgas Adventures and Emu Run Experiences. Both have been fun and affordable products that showcase the best of this destination quickly and affordably. Our guide Chris has been one of many guides I've had in this part of the world but he's shown me heaps of new spots, taught me things I didn't know AND he dug up witchetty grubs for those brave enough to try them! 😱😱😱](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6216171/0ac2c5a4-91d8-4d26-845a-e3fefe1ee42a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gillen The restaurants and sporting events are just a few features travelers like about Gillen. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Araluen Cultural Precinct and Lasseters Casino are a few top places to visit. [](https://expedia.ca/Alice-Springs-Gillen.dx6216159) ![Alice Springs Desert Park which includes a garden and desert views as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6186465/1c54549d-e565-4827-a719-48e3c2c6a3b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Flynn You'll enjoy the mountain views and parks in Flynn. You might want to make time for a stop at Alice Springs Desert Park or Tjoritja-West MacDonnell National Park. 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