Desert Springs
Alice Springs
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Popular places to visit
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.
Alice Springs Desert Park
Discover nocturnal creatures of the desert, learn the survival skills of the Arrernte people and walk alongside kangaroos and emus in this nature park.
Larapinta Trail Trailhead
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.
Alice Springs Telegraph Station
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Alice Springs Telegraph Station during your travels in Alice Springs. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Alice Springs School of the Air
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.
Anzac Hill
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.
Things to do
West MacDonnell Ranges Half day Tour -Small Group
Alice Town And Country Half Day Tour - Small Group
Alice Town and Country Half Day Tour -Small Group
Alice Springs School of the Air Guided Tour Ticket
West MacDonnell Ranges Full Day - Small Group Tour
Desert Springs Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs
Breakfast is good, the room is nice, just conditions of the outside areas is poor
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026
Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG
Room was clean. Staff were very helpful.
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026
Desert Palms Alice Springs
All good
Reviewed on May 1, 2026
Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs
We stayed 2 nights, older hotel, good location There were a few insects in the room and bathroom The tub itself did not appear to have been actually cleaned in several months, it was a soaker tub, but I didn't even want to step in so no way would I use it as a bathtub The attached bar Uncle's was ...
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Stay at Alice Springs Hotel
reception staff was excellent. Room was clean and comfortable. The patio was great. Not the best neighborhood but safe for daytime and close to grocery store and shopping. Easy pickup for excursions.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Mercure Alice Springs Resort
As soon as i arrived, the staff were so welcoming, helpful, I got upgraded. I felt very safe and the restaurant food was amazing.
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Desert Springs
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.
The Gap
Unique features of The Gap include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Alice Springs Aquatic & Leisure Centre or Alice Springs Transport Heritage Centre while you're exploring the area.
Sadadeen
When in Sadadeen, you can plan a visit to Todd Mall and Lasseters Casino, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Alice Springs CBD
While visiting Alice Springs CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Todd Mall and Australian Aboriginal Dreamtime Gallery.
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 Museum of Central Australia are a few top places to visit.
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.
