Discovery Resorts - Wilpena Pound, Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park
About the Hotel
Discovery Resorts - Wilpena Pound is the only accommodation located within the Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park in South Australia. This unique resort offers guests a chance to stay in a location of cultural significance to the Adnyamathanha people, known for its striking and ancient landscape. Visitors can experience various outdoor activities, including scenic flights and guided nature walks. The resort features both traditional hotel rooms and glamping options, catering to a variety of travelers.
Location
Situated 267 miles north of Adelaide, Discovery Resorts - Wilpena Pound is accessible by sealed roads from regions known for their wine production, such as Clare Valley. The resort operates within the unique geological formations of the Flinders Ranges, recognized for their ancient age and cultural heritage. Visitors looking to explore can arrive via a new Welcome Entry precinct that connects them directly with the Visitors Centre for information and supplies.
Rooms
The resort offers a mix of accommodation types, including 60 resort-style rooms and 15 premium glamping safari tents. The spacious Family Ikara Safari Tent can accommodate up to four people, featuring one king and two single beds. Each tent includes air conditioning, a private bathroom, and a picturesque view of the surrounding landscape. Deluxe rooms provide additional amenities such as en suite bathrooms and kitchenettes.
Eat & Drink
Dining is available at the Wilpena Restaurant, which boasts floor-to-ceiling glass windows to enhance the view of the natural surroundings. The menu offers a range of options paired with South Australian wines from renowned regions. An outdoor deck area has been extended to provide additional space for dining while enjoying the bushland ambiance. Guests can also grab supplies from the general store for self-catering in the camp kitchen.
Leisure & Business
The resort features a swimming pool and various recreational facilities conducive to relaxation and exploration. Guests can partake in a range of guided experiences, such as Aboriginal cultural tours and 4WD adventures. The venue is suitable for group events and conferences, offering personalized experiences for team-building activities. Various walking trails also allow guests to connect with the surrounding nature.
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Baggage storage
- Coffee shop
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Pool tables
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Stores/Commercial services
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel offers comfortable rooms and good bar and dining areas, although some areas could have been cleaner. The proximity to the reception is convenient.
The hotel offers a $200+ resort experience at $300 a night but falls short on room maintenance issues, like falling curtains. Basic amenities like tea, milk, and coffee are provided. The service seemed to lack enthusiasm in promoting offerings, with room for improvement in interaction with guests. The location is good for park walks and accessing popular trails, though not quite resort-level. The dining experience was a disaster, despite good food, due to lack of communication about breakfast locations. The hotel needs to enhance its people skills to align with the prices charged.
The hotel is set in a fabulous location with stunning views of the trees and ample sunlight pouring in through the floor-to-ceiling windows. The rooms were spotless, tidy, and had everything we needed. However, the service could be hit or miss with most staff falling short, except for one dedicated cleaner. The location is unbeatable, situated on the outer edge of Wilpena Pound offering a breathtaking outlook and immediate access to hiking trails. The dining experience, although tasty, had some delays in food preparation. Overall, a great place to stay with minor service hiccups.
The hotel offers comfortable rooms with a medium-sized fridge and kitchen, providing a quiet and private setting in the wilderness. While feeling a bit aged, the location is perfect for exploring the region, with great walking opportunities. Service was excellent, quickly resolving any small issues, but the dining options could be more varied. Overall, a good value for money stay.
The hotel offers a typical motel-type room that could be improved with some minor adjustments, featuring indoor and outdoor dining sets for a cozy wine experience. The service is friendly and goes beyond expectations, including sharing cultural information and providing opportunities for Indigenous youth. The location provides a nice base to explore Flinders Range but has room for enhancement. The dining experience is good overall, with the exception of cold service on occasion. The facilities meet expectations and the setting offers great views of the Wilpena Pound Ranges.
The hotel had everything required in the rooms, which were comfortable and fairly clean but need maintenance. The service was friendly overall, though some improvements on people skills are needed. The location was great for exploring the Flinders Range and Wilpena Pound. The dining experience was pleasant with a full buffet breakfast, though slightly expensive. The facilities were good.
The hotel rooms were very private and comfortable, equipped with heating for cosy winter evenings, although they are desperately in need of a major refurbishment. The Heyson Suites were a generous size and conveniently close to the dining room and bar.
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