Fodor's Expert Review Kings Canyon Resort

Luritja Rd., Watarrka National Park, Northern Territory, Australia Fodor's Choice

The best place to stay near Watarrka National Park, this resort is 7 km (4½ miles) from Kings Canyon. Accommodations include two- and four-bed lodge rooms in desert hues, and deluxe rooms each with a spa overlooking rugged rock formations. There are casual and upscale dining options, including the six-course Under a Desert Moon experience, and two swimming pools.

PROS

  • deluxe rooms offer floodlit views of adjacent ranges at night
  • bush entertainment at the Outback BBQ dinner

CONS

  • unless you opt for a guided tour you'll need your own transport to get to the canyon
  • unless you opt for a guided tour you'll need your own transport to get to the canyon

QUICK FACTS

Resort
Casual
Remote
Local Flavor
$$$$

HOTEL INFO

Phones: 08-8956–7442
Website: www.kingscanyonresort.com.au

HOTEL DETAILS

32 deluxe rooms, 96 standard rooms, 35 budget rooms, 72 powered caravan sites, unlimited tent sites
Rate Includes: Some meals

What’s Nearby

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  9. Kings Canyon Resort