Yanawal Units

Yanawal Units

Hotels
15 rooms — 2 persons
$299 – $399
Seasonal rates & room types may alter the price.

Highlights

  • Discover 15 thoughtfully designed rooms featuring queen beds, ensuring a restful stay in the heart of Nhulunbuy.
  • Unwind on private patios with bushland views, perfect for relaxation after a day of exploring East Arnhem Land.
  • Utilise well-equipped conference rooms for business needs, offering a professional space in a vibrant local hub.
  • Savour dining under the stars in the new outdoor kitchen, equipped with quality cookware for a unique culinary experience.
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Nestled behind the thriving Rirratjingu Business Centre in Nhulunbuy, discover 15 thoughtfully designed rooms, each featuring comfortable queen beds and showcasing modern finishings.

Situated within the bustling heart of the newest business hub, guests are just moments away from the local post office, cafes, and shops. Those travelling for business can book one of the two well-equipped conference rooms.

Ensuring inclusivity, two of the rooms are specially designed for disability access, embodying a commitment to providing a welcoming environment for all guests. There is the convenience of secure parking, a dedicated workstation, private ensuite, and in-room amenities such as a microwave, refrigerator and television.

With a new outdoor kitchen added in 2025, Yanawal is truly a space to connect. Designed for both functionality and relaxation, the outdoor kitchen features high-quality cookware, utensils and modern appliances, making it ideal for guests who want to dine under the stars.

Each room is air conditioned, and ceiling fans and louvres are perfect in the dry season. Relax and unwind on the private patio with delightful views of the bushland. An onsite laundry facility and ice machine are at guests’ disposal guaranteeing a hassle-free and comfortable stay.

Experience the warm hospitality of a local Yolngu business when visiting East Arnhem Land while contributing to the growth and sustainability of the community.

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Accreditations

  • Australian Tourism Export Council

Features

  • Business Facilities
  • Carpark
  • Communal Kitchen
  • Communal Refrigerator
  • Conference/Function Facilities
  • Family Friendly
  • Laundry
  • Non Smoking
  • Outdoor Dining Area
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Secure Parking

Available experiences

Yanawal  Superior Room Accessible

Yanawal Superior Room Accessible

The Superior Room – accessible is designed with enhanced accessibility features for a comfortable and convenient stay. The room features a comfortable Queen-size bed with premium 100% certified Flax linen and cotton bedding to ensure an indulgent and comfortable sleep for two guests. This room is large enough to allow full accessibility and safety for anyone with limited mobility. A private ensuite with support rails and full wheelchair access for added confidence along with luxury bath products by sustainable indigenous owned beauty brand Bush Medijina which means “Bush Medicine” in Anindilyakwa language. Enriched with locally harvested natural ingredients hand-picked by the Angurugu Community on Groote Eylandt, Bush Medijina uses the knowledge of indigenous ancestors combined with modern technology to produce their gorgeous products. The room also features a Smart TV for your entertainment. Enjoy fresh air and bush views from your private balcony making it a perfect retreat on your trip away. Your Superior Accessible room also features Air-conditioning, Smart TV, Free Wi-Fi, Tea and Coffee making facilities, Fridge, Private Ensuite with support rails and a Private Balcony. With parking right near your Accessible room feel confident that you will enjoy your stay

Yanawal Superior Room

Yanawal Superior Room

The Superior Rooms feature:

Queen-size bed with premium 100% certified Flax linen and cotton bedding to ensure an indulgent and comfortable sleep for two guests.

Private ensuite with luxury bath products by sustainable indigenous owned beauty brand Bush Medijina which means “Bush Medicine” in Anindilyakwa language. Enriched with locally harvested natural ingredients hand-picked by the Angurugu Community on Groote Eylandt, Bush Medijina uses the knowledge of indigenous ancestors combined with modern technology to produce their gorgeous products.

Smart TV for your entertainment and desk for business travellers, Air-conditioning, Free Wi-Fi, Tea and coffee making facilities along with microwave and fridge facilities Guests can also access our immaculate laundry facilities and commercial ice machine for refreshing afternoon drinks.

Each room is adorned with a limited edition print by Yolngu artists from East Arnhem. The artworks are from the Yirrkala Print Studio; one of the Australia’s premier print studios specialising in limited edition works produced on its own press and employ and train local Indigenous printmakers.

Enjoy fresh air and bush views from your private balcony, making Yanawal your perfect retreat

Yanawal Deluxe Suite

Yanawal Deluxe Suite

The Deluxe Suite is designed for longer guest stays and offers a spacious and stylish retreat. The Deluxe Suite features a full kitchen, a comfortable lounge and dining area, along with a private laundry for guest convenience. Enjoy a restful sleep in the queen-size bed with premium 100% certified Flax linen and cotton bedding to ensure an indulgent and comfortable sleep for two guests and utilise the large built-in wardrobe for added comfort.

The room feature a private ensuite with luxury bath products by sustainable indigenous owned beauty brand Bush Medijina which means “Bush Medicine” in Anindilyakwa language. Enriched with locally harvested natural ingredients hand-picked by the Angurugu Community on Groote Eylandt, Bush Medijina uses the knowledge of indigenous ancestors combined with modern technology to produce their gorgeous products.

With walls adorned with limited edition prints by Yolngu artists from East Arnhem. The artworks are from the Yirrkala Print Studio; one of the Australia’s premier print studios specialising in limited edition works produced on its own press and employ and train local Indigenous printmakers.
Step out onto your private outdoor balcony to take in serene bush views, creating the perfect blend of relaxation and luxury.

Current offers

Garma Festival - Local Tourism Package
Package

Garma Festival – Local Tourism Package

The annual Garma Festival returns to North East Arnhem Land from 31 July – 3 August 2026! Hosted by the Yothu Yindi Foundation, Garma is Australia’s largest Indigenous gathering and celebration of Yolŋu life and culture.

In partnership with Yanawal Units, The Yolngu Host has created a Garma Local Tourism Package. Accommodation, tours, transport and transfers all included! Extend your stay and book the ultimate experience with an inclusive package.

Packages run 27th-30th July & 4th-7th August

Accessibility

Actively welcomes people with access needs.

General access

  • Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
  • Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
  • Companion Cards are accepted.
  • Employs people with disabilities.
  • Staff are trained in disability awareness.
  • Accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on their website (can be emailed on request).
  • Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.

Physical – Wheelchair

  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.

  • Step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
  • A step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
  • Step free access to the conference or function room
  • Doorways which are easy to open and have lever handles (doorways 850mm or wider when open and not heavy).
  • A wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room is available.
  • A wheelchair accessible bathroom (Entrance to bathroom must have step free greater than 5mm or a doorway threshold ramp not exceeding 1:8 for 450mm. Bathrooms dimensions must be no less than 2000mm X 2500mm. Have a hobless (step free) shower recess. Shower recess must have at least 1100 x 1100mm clear area for wheelchair access (no door). Have a slip resistant fold down seat or fixed seat in shower .Seat must be at least 900mm long.).
  • A lever handle on bathroom door.
  • A shower curtain (no door).
  • Grabrails in shower recess (can be removable and height adjustable).
  • A handheld shower hose (should be at least 1500mm long).
  • Allows space around toilet for a wheelchair (A space of at least 900mm width beside the toilet pan and 1200mm clearance in front of the toilet pan is required).
  • Grabrails provided adjacent to the toilet.

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