Hotels in Broome

Broome's story is one of pearls and perseverance. Founded in the 1880s as a pearling port, it attracted divers from Japan, Malaysia, China, and Europe, creating a multicultural melting pot that defines its character today. This heritage is palpable in the historic Chinatown district, with its corrugated iron buildings and the world's oldest operating outdoor cinema, Sun Pictures. The town is famously built on the Dampier Peninsula, offering a dramatic landscape where the red pindan cliffs of Gantheaume Point contrast with the Indian Ocean's vivid blues. Broome is synonymous with the pearling industry, and visitors can learn about 'pearlugging' at local showrooms and museums. While the town centre is compact and walkable, the spirit of Broome is best felt at its iconic attractions: the vast emptiness of Cable Beach, the dinosaur footprints revealed at low tide, and the bustling Courthouse Markets. It's a place where frontier history, Indigenous culture, and stunning coastal scenery converge.

Best Time to Visit Broome

The best time to visit Broome is during the dry season, from May to October. This period offers near-perfect weather with sunny days, low humidity, and minimal rainfall, ideal for beach activities and exploring. It is the peak tourist season, so advance bookings are essential. The shoulder months of April and November can also be pleasant but may see the onset or tail end of the wet season. The wet season (December to March) brings high humidity, monsoon rains, and the possibility of cyclones, though it's also when the landscape is at its greenest and accommodation prices are lower. Major events are seasonal: the dry season features the iconic Staircase to the Moon phenomenon (March to October), the Shinju Matsuri (Festival of the Pearl) in August/September, and the Broome Race Round in August. The wet season is quieter but offers spectacular lightning shows.

Where to Stay in Broome