We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Kings Creek Station – reviews, photos

PMB 164, Alice Springs, Northern Territory 0872, Australia
Hotel amenities
Kings Creek Station
3.5 of 5 stars 27 Reviews
Which Alice Springs hotels are on sale?
See hotels
Write a Review

27 reviews from our community

    Trip type
Traveller rating
    7
    9
    4
    5
    2
Date Rating
Victoria
Senior Contributor
35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
“For the dedicated camper who wants the outback experience”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 September 2011

After reading earlier reviews I was a bit apprehensive, but found this place to be a real gem and if the reviews keep the whingers away, all the better for those of us who found it so very special.
I travelled with a group of 4 camper trailers and assorted tents (17 adults, 2 children 2 and 4) The reception was welcoming and each camping area is separate from others so lovely and private, the showers were hot and clean. This place is for people who really want to be part of the landscape and to stay here was a pleasure. We went on a guided quad bike ride which I thoroughly recommend. We also bought a BBQ pack which included the most delicious eye fillet of camel! I have ever eaten. The Conway family supports the local community with the Conway Foundation, which enables aboriginal children to attend high school in Adelaide.
If you want the fancy resort head further down the road and leave Kings Creek Station to those of us who really love and appreciated this amazing country.
Dee

Room Tip: The place for those who don't mind the red dirt and the wild camels
See more room tips
  • Stayed August 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask YarraVictoria about Kings Creek Station
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Modiin
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
“Nice caravan park”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 July 2011

We used one of the powered caravan park sites. We arrived late and the office was closed so we just pulled in, parked and went to sleep. We paid in the morning and no one made the slightest fuss.
The place feels more secluded than the sites at Yulara or Kings Canyon. We had a place to make a campfire alongside our campervan (need to bring your own firewood - collect at the side of the road but not in the National Park - be careful to park away from the 110 km/h road). Toilet/showers are clean. Water is potable. Kids had fun playing with the dog. Cost for 6 people was $50/night.

  • Stayed July 2011, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask TheRockmans about Kings Creek Station
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Renmark, Australia
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Kings Creek - Don't stay or peek!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 July 2011
3
people found this review helpful

WOW! is the only words I can think to describe a recent experience. My family has been on a round Australia trip and we though Kings Creek would be a wonderful experience. Unfortunately it would have to rank as the worst! I was at the office with my family waiting to book in. There was an obvious incident with another family, but what I heard from the staff is inexcusable. There was a male staff member that was yelling profound verbal abuse upon 2 middle aged female customers and looked like he was going to assault anyone who walked in the door. One of the ladies was extremely upset and crying.
In all my years, I've never seen this sort of treatment from anyone in the tourism industry. It was an appalling display of professionalism.
We promptly went up the road to the Resort where we experienced a high level of professionalism and were well treated. The Resort facilities were very good!

  • Stayed July 2011, travelled with family
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask bubblesalot about Kings Creek Station
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC

Travellers are raving about these Alice Springs hotels

Macdonnell Range Holiday Park
4.5 of 5 stars
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1226417?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
No photo provided
4.5 of 5 stars
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d754341?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
A Good Rest B&B
4.5 of 5 stars
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1479867?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
Crowne Plaza Hotel Alice Springs
4 of 5 stars
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d276181?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
No photo provided
4 of 5 stars
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d279436?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
Sydney Australia
Contributor
16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“I nearly cried....”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We arrived at King Creek Station looking forward to a once in a lifetime experience. We knew that we were staying in a safari tent but I was gobsmacked when we saw our tent. It was extremely small and we had to leave our suitcases in the car. We were close to the toilet block and kitchen tent and I thought this would be an advantage, how wrong I was!!!! People crunched past our tent all night and the toilet door would bang shut as people went in and out. This added to the noise of the generator and the whip cracking/gunshots(?) from the Bushman Show (an extra $20 a head -great for backpackers but not for us). And then there was the singing.......I am normally pretty philosophical about travel mishaps and adventures but this was a bit of a rip off` Food in the cafe was OK but pricey and you had to eat before 7. Would have been reasonable for half the price. Think twice about this one....

  • Stayed May 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask Raels216 about Kings Creek Station
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Sydney, Australia
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
“Don't call them tents, they're cabins!”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 September 2010

Please... firstly it had been raining, so all the dust had compacted to mud.. which got everywhere, inside the safari tent, all through the toilets, the restaurant, etc.
Staff were nice and friendly, but I wonder if it was to just made another over-priced buck. We went to the camel 'show' they had with damper and billy tea... but had to sit through 2.5 hours of some guy showing us documentaries and powerpoint slides - not the show I'd expected really..
However, if the weather was warmer, sunnier, the beer was less expensive and they had mobile phone coverage, I'd feel better about it.

  • Stayed September 2010
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask Cain9ine about Kings Creek Station
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC

Travellers who viewed Kings Creek Station also viewed

Longitude 131
4.5 of 5 stars 154 Reviews
Yulara, Red Centre
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d261870?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
Glen Helen Resort
3.5 of 5 stars 82 Reviews
West MacDonnell National Park, Red Centre
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d307556?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
BEST WESTERN Elkira Resort Motel
4 of 5 stars 64 Reviews
Alice Springs, Red Centre
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d255842?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
View all 14 hotels in Alice Springs, ranked by popularity »

Been to Kings Creek Station? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Additional Information about Kings Creek Station

PMB 164, Alice Springs, Northern Territory 0872, Australia
Price range (per night):* INR3,957 - 6,799

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Kings Creek Station, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

  • Manage your listing