Namitjira Drive, Glen Helen Gorge, West MacDonnell Ranges Tel (08) 8956 7489 Websitewww.glenhelen.com.au
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Glen Helen Resort is a remote roadhouse with a nice location at Glen Helen Gorge. It has a small outback pub, camping and very basic backpackers' accommodation. Backpackers stay in old and slightly run-down rooms, but it is kept clean enough. Although the hostel-style accommodation isn't too great, it is still a relatively good option if you want to camp or park your campervan.
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Price Dorm bed $20 Double room $130-160 Camping $10 (1 person), $25 (2 people) Prices are in Australian dollars and are inclusive of all taxes.
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West MacDonnell National Park
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(3.33)
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(3.33)
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(3.33)
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Anonymous
England
Fun outback accommodation 16 March 2004
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(Review ID: 8836)
Don't worry about prissy Americans, this is a rustic and well run establishment set amongst fascinating and beautiful scenery. Clean pool, nice beds, great bar!
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Anonymous
Sydney
what an awesome outback experience 27 February 2004
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(Review ID: 8837)
Had a great time relaxing in the heart of Australia, awesome, food, great service and accommodation.
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trevor.cox@hotmail.com
USA
the smell of the place is equal to the accom..shitty 12 February 2004
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(Review ID: 8838)
They use recycled sewage to water the lawns which leaves the most awful stench that made me dry heave. The rooms are terrible. They are dirty with dirty cement floors.
