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Perched on the banks of the Todd River with the MacDonnell Ranges as a backdrop, Lasseters Hotel Casino is the Red Centre's premier entertainment hub. Beyond the gaming floor, this integrated resort offers a sophisticated escape with multiple dining venues, a day spa, and a pool complex that shimmers under the desert sun. Whether you're here to try your luck at the tables or simply soak up the lively atmosphere over a cocktail, Lasseters delivers a touch of glamour in the heart of Alice Springs.
Highlights & What to See
- Casino Floor: Try your hand at blackjack, roulette, or one of the 300+ poker machines. The high-energy space is a social hub for visitors and locals alike.
- Epilogue Lounge & Bar: Sip a signature cocktail while taking in panoramic views of the ranges from this rooftop lounge – perfect for sunset.
- Kafka's Restaurant: Dine on contemporary Australian cuisine with native ingredients like kangaroo and wattleseed, all with a view over the pool and gardens.
- Ininti Day Spa: Indulge in a desert-inspired treatment using indigenous botanicals – a blissful way to unwind after a day of outback adventure.
- Live Entertainment: Catch local bands or cabaret shows on weekends; the venue often hosts touring acts for a dose of nightlife in the desert.
Suggested Time to Spend
Most visitors spend an evening here – arrive around 6pm for pre-dinner drinks, enjoy a meal, and then try the casino floor before heading out. If you're staying overnight, allow a full morning to relax by the pool, visit the spa, and have a leisurely brunch. For non-guests, two to three hours is ample to explore the public areas and have a flutter.
Nearby Areas Worth Combining
- Alice Springs Town Centre – a 5-minute drive away, with the Royal Flying Doctor Service Museum and the Telegraph Station.
- Anzac Hill – offer panoramic views of Alice Springs and the surrounding ranges, especially at sunrise or sunset.
- Alice Springs Desert Park – an immersive wildlife experience featuring desert habitats and nocturnal house, 10 minutes south.
- MacDonnell Ranges – explore Simpsons Gap, Standley Chasm, and the Ochre Pits on a half-day self-drive west of town.
- West MacDonnell National Park – extend your trip with hikes at Ormiston Gorge or Glen Helen Gorge, about 45 minutes to an hour away.
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Image credits
- Alice Springs Desert Park — DaHuzyBru / CC BY-SA 4.0
- MacDonnell Ranges — Hesperian / CC BY-SA 3.0
- Royal Flying Doctor Service Museum — Unknown author Unknown author / Public domain
- Telegraph Station — Reinhard Dietrich / Public domain
- Anzac Hill — Unknown author Unknown author / Public domain
- West MacDonnell National Park — No machine-readable author provided. Boticario assumed (based on copyright claims). / Public domain