Where to Stay in Broome

For most holiday visitors, Cable Beach is the best choice if you want sunsets, beach access and resort-style stays. Chinatown or the town centre is better for restaurants, history, galleries and practical access. Town Beach and Roebuck Bay are good for bay views and Staircase to the Moon dates.

Stay at Cable Beach if you want a beach holiday, sunsets and resort-style accommodation. Stay in Chinatown if you want Broome history, restaurants, shops, galleries and easier access to town-side attractions.

Town Beach can be a good base if you want Roebuck Bay views, a quieter town-side location and access to Staircase to the Moon events. It is not the same as staying near Cable Beach.

Yes. Broome has caravan and holiday park options, including choices around Cable Beach and town-side areas. Check powered sites, cabins, shade, pools, pet rules and site sizes before booking.

No. Free camping is not permitted in the Shire of Broome, including sleeping in a vehicle, tent, caravan, campervan or swag outside approved areas. Use designated caravan parks, camping grounds or approved temporary facilities.

Book early for the dry season from roughly May to October, especially during school holidays, long weekends, Staircase to the Moon dates and major events. Caravan sites, family rooms and Cable Beach accommodation can fill quickly.

A car is useful because Cable Beach, Chinatown, Town Beach, Roebuck Bay, Gantheaume Point and the airport are spread out. Short-stay visitors can use taxis, tours or local buses, but should check current timetables and tour pick-up points.

Families often do well at Cable Beach, holiday parks or self-contained apartments with a pool, kitchen, laundry and parking. Cable Beach is best for a classic holiday feel; apartments or caravan parks are practical for longer stays.

Town Beach and Roebuck Bay are the most convenient areas for Staircase to the Moon events. Cable Beach can still work, but you will need transport to the bay side of town.

Choose accommodation with easy parking, laundry, late check-in and space for luggage or gear. Cable Beach, town-side apartments and caravan parks can all work, depending on whether you need comfort before or after the road trip.

It can be. Prices often rise during dry season, school holidays, events and peak demand periods. Use any price ranges as rough guides only and check current rates before booking.

Broome Airport is close to town, so most visitors do not need to stay right beside it. For a one-night stop, choose a practical town-side or airport-area stay with late check-in and easy transport.