Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef

Our visit was cancelled a week prior to our visit as the hotel had to close down after Cyclone Narelle to repair damage. Totally understandable, however them refusing to refund our stay was not at all understandable. We were offered a voucher to return at a later date, which doesn't work given we live on a other continent and dont regularly make it to Aus. Beware!

I waited to write this review and spoke at length with my family about it. Unfortunately this hotel does not stand up to the test. It seems as if it’s just resting on its laurels. As if there’s been no real investment for a couple of years. There’s nobody running the shop, at least I didn’t see it. The whole club-Meddy feel with obligatory seating and below par wines on offer (God forbid you’d like more, refills are hard to get). The food is below par although it’s vaunted as fine cuisine. The coral reef has been decimated by the heat wave (not the hotel’s fault) but they should mention it. This place needs some Money thrown at it and a real management team. I do not recommend.

Sal salis… what a beautiful place to stay, right on the blue waters of Ningaloo Reef. As a family of 3 we loved every moment of our 3 night stay here recently. The staff, accommodation, food, drinks, disconnect were all we dreamed of and more. We loved our snorkelling out the front after a beautiful breakfast and again after a yummy lunch. The food options were delicious including the canapes and special made cocktails at sunset hour. We slept the best we have in years in the comfiest bed. Every staff member did everything they could to ensure a happy stay. Already planning on returning ( hopefully for longer) in a few years.

Five Star? Sure, if your idea of five-star luxury includes ordering the weather, adjusting the wind like a dial, and soaking in bubble baths inside an air-conditioned suite—then this remote stretch of Western Australia might not be your kind of paradise. But Sal Salis, nestled on the Ningaloo Reef in Cape Range National Park, redefines what five-star truly means. It’s not about stars on a rating scale—it’s about the stars above your tent at night. It’s waking to a sea breeze and glimpsing the moon sharing the sky with Jupiter and Saturn. It’s drifting over coral gardens just steps from your hammock, watching humpback whales breach on the horizon. Five-Star Staff. The team at Sal Salis is what makes this place unforgettable. Young adventurers from around the world have found their rhythm here, united by a deep love for nature, marine life, and sustainable eco-tourism. They blend into the landscape like the resort itself—quiet, respectful, timeless. Among them are marine biologists, underwater photographers, Geelong supporters, and storytellers of the sea and sky. Experts in marine life, astronomy, geology, wildflowers, cocktails, and cuisine—they don’t lecture, they share. Their knowledge invites curiosity, sparking conversations that linger long after the sun sets. Our time at Sal Salis has far surpassed every expectation of a five-star holiday. From swimming alongside majestic Whale Sharks and Humpbacks, to hiking Cape Range at sunrise, sipping cocktails and enjoying canapés at sunset, and indulging in exquisite meals crafted from the day’s fresh catch — every moment has been unforgettable. I can’t wait to return to this extraordinary place.

This is NOT glamping!! For the prices charged, this resort needs significant improvement. While the bed in the tent was very comfortable and the sheets felt very high quality, much more is expected. Having “glamped” in Africa at much more remote locations, this is really unacceptable! Due to limited availability, we were forced to reserve the “honeymoon” tent which was basically larger than the other tents on the property. There is absolutely no privacy for the dry toilets. Our toilet was literally in the entryway to our tent. And the sink basins have no hot water, though the shower luckily does, but if the wind picks up, the water blows sideways. And guests are given one set of towels for their entire stay. All totally fine but not at these prices!! Also, on arrival several guests informed me that they had been up most of the night due to the wind causing the tents to flap around. I can sleep through almost anything but on our 3rd night, we were informed that there was going to be rain and wind due to a cyclone. The staff suggested that we make sure that anything we had hung out to dry was brought in. Really? Perhaps the staff should have personally battened down each tent! Due to the rain and the wind, I woke up in the middle of the night to find my husband outside the tent grabbing through pillows, the hammock and other loose camp related items that were flying around. This should not be a guest’s responsibility. The staff should handle this. Also, within the tent, there is no place to put suitcases. One of our friends tent flooded in the storm and all of their stuff was wet due to blowing rain and having to put their suitcases on the floor! Also, it was extremely cold when we were there which was good because I cannot imagine how the 2 tiny fans by the bed would be able to provide any coolness in the hotter times. The food is fine but I think that they really could go for simpler offerings with less sauces. Keep it simple and elegant. The wine selection is also unacceptable at these prices. It’s pretty crappy and it wouldn’t take much to improve it. On the positive side, the activities are very nice and the guides are excellent. Big shout out to Rob and Johnny who were terrific! They really made the whole visit!!