The Gap Travel Guide

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Detail image of Simpsons Gap in the MacDonnell Ranges near Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia featuring orange rock faces and beautiful ghost gum trees
Detail image of Simpsons Gap in the MacDonnell Ranges near Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia featuring orange rock faces and beautiful ghost gum trees
Simpson Gap, 22 km west of Alice Spings, Northern Territory, Australia
Simpsons gap in West MacDonnell National Park in NT central outback Australia
Finke River, Glen Helen Resort, Northern Territories, Australia

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Our pick of the best The Gap Hotel Deals

Quest Alice Springs

Quest Alice Springs

4.5 out of 5
9-10 South Terrace The Gap NT
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Alice Springs Golf Club and Lasseters ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (384 reviews)
Very well equipped apartment, especially liked having washer and dryer in room. Needs a few more kitchen tools, like paring knife, etc. Two knives were provided but were too large and not sharp. Providing items like salt and pepper would be appreciated. Parking lot was crowded, difficult to maneuver, ...

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Quest Alice Springs
Alice on Todd Apartments

Alice on Todd Apartments

4 out of 5
1-11 Strehlow Street The Gap NT
The price is AU$163 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
AU$163
21 Jan - 22 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Lasseters Casino and Alice Springs Golf Club ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (258 reviews)
Big apartment with everything you need. Love the pet friendly court yard and cleanliness.

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Alice on Todd Apartments
At home in Alice, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom

At home in Alice, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom

The Gap NT
Stay at this holiday home in Alice Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Royal Flying Doctor Service and National Pioneer ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
very nice property
The house and yard were great and the host was very freindly and sorted out our requests at short notice. Thank you we will stay again

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

At home in Alice, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
Queen of the Desert Apartment with Cozy MacDonnell Range view.
2 Bedroom 🛌

Queen of the Desert Apartment with Cozy MacDonnell Range view. 2 Bedroom 🛌

The Gap NT
Stay at this apartment in Alice Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Alice Springs Transport Heritage Centre and Heritage ...
8/10 Very Good! (3 reviews)
The apartment is very conveniently located close to town and tourist attractions, with beautiful views of the Macdonnell Ranges and The Gap. Excellent WiFi, but limited access to streeming chanels. The front of the property, the balcony and the bath tab look uninviting and neglected. The front security ...

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Queen of the Desert Apartment with Cozy MacDonnell Range view. 2 Bedroom 🛌
Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG

Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG

4.5 out of 5
93 Barrett Drive Desert Springs NT
Fully refundable
The price is AU$117 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$117
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Comfortable room, lovely pool area for a hot summers afternoon. Breakfast was great.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG
Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs

Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs

3.5 out of 5
20 Gregory Terrace Alice Springs NT
The price is AU$73 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$73
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Everything was good

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs
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.

Other neighbourhoods around The Gap

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! 😱😱😱

Gillen

Gillen is well liked for its restaurants and sporting events. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Araluen Cultural Precinct and Royal Flying Doctor Service are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Gillen
Alice Springs Desert Park which includes a garden and desert views as well as a small group of people

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.

Flynn
Alice Springs which includes golf and tranquil scenes as well as a small group of people

Desert Springs

Travellers come to Desert Springs for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Alice Springs Golf Club and Lasseters Casino while you're in town.

Desert Springs
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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.

Mount Johns
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

Alice Springs CBD

If you're spending some time in Alice Springs CBD, Todd Mall and Adelaide House are top sights worth seeing.

Alice Springs CBD
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! 😱😱😱

Ciccone

The parks and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Ciccone. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Todd Mall and Anzac Hill, a few notable attractions nearby.

Ciccone


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