15 Best Hotels in The Kimberley, The Outback

A Broome institution, this resort's mix of colonial-style architecture and Asian influences captures the essence of the Kimberley. It caters to guests of all ages with two lagoon-style pools, a water park, playground, minigolf course, tennis courts, a luxury day spa and Buddha Sanctuary meditation garden. It's also home to Thai and Italian restaurants, and a beachfront bar where you can catch the iconic sight of camels walking along Cable Beach at sunset. It also boasts the most luxurious villas in the area, some of which come with their own private plunge pools.

Overlooking Lily Creek Lagoon just a couple of minutes' drive from downtown Kununurra, modern studios and fully self-contained one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments are the perfect place to unwind before or after an adventure through the Kimberley. The grounds features a resort-style pool, full cooking and laundry facilities, and BBQs and there's also courtesy airport transfers during business hours.

This working cattle station at the foot of the magnificent Cockburn Range around 120 km (75 miles) west of Kununurra is a must-stop on the iconic Gibb River Road. Owned and operated by the Traditional Owners of the land, the Balanggarra people, it has everything from campsites and safari tents to hotel rooms inspired by stockmen's quarters and riverside suites. You can join hiking, fishing, and sunset tours and learn about its Indigenous history and pastoral life on a station tour. Its rustic on-site restaurant Dusty's Bar and Grill has strong Outback pub vibes, with live music and a campfire adding to the ambience.

Stay in the heart of Purnululu National Park at this eco-friendly lodge, which has the only pool in the national park and a licensed bar. A range of dinner, bed, and breakfast packages are available, with both fly-in and self-drive options for those with four-wheel-drive vehicles. 

Luxury villas and safari eco-tents dot the red dirt landscape, connected by environmentally friendly boardwalks and edged with herb and vegetable gardens at this wilderness retreat, which, with its cliff-side oceanfront location, gives the impression it’s incredibly remote despite being just a 90-minute drive south of Broome. Listen to the birds singing on your private veranda or join one of the resort’s tours, activities, or spa treatments. If you aren't renting a car you can catch a shuttle bus into Broome for A$65, or book a private transfer for up to four people for A$396.

With Broome being four hours' drive from Dan͟ggu Geikie Gorge, you’re better off staying in nearby Fitzroy Crossing, and with accommodations ranging from motel-style lodge rooms and private studios to single rooms and campgrounds, the Fitzroy River Lodge is your best bet. The motel-style rooms have complimentary access to an in-room movie channel so you can kick back after a long day's drive, and there’s also a pool, restaurant, bar, fuel station, and laundry facilities on-site.

Set amid tropical gardens, the familiar and brightly furnished rooms here provide a comfortable base from which to explore Kununurra and the eastern Kimberley region. The hotel is located at the edge of town, just 4 km (2½ miles) from the airport; its swimming pool, which is surrounded by shady palm trees, is the place to be on a hot day.

Found just on the shores of Lake Kununurra, this homestead-style resort has become known as a quintessential Australian stay. The staff are incredible friendly, taking pride in what they call "outback hospitality." The rooms are spacious and stylish. But the drawcard here is the surrounding and dramatic views of the red desert and the stunning lake.

One of the Cable Beach area’s best accommodation options, this glam resort seduces with its stunning pool, spa facilities, and chic bar that sit at the heart of its luxurious rooms and suites, which, by the way, provide you with your own private balcony or courtyard. Zen out in the meditative gardens or do some laps in the resort-style lap pool at this vacation paradise just a 10-minute walk from Cable Beach.

Located in the center of town, this hotel with smartly furnished apartments is encircled by its own little rain forest of tropical gardens. It offers king beds, two single beds, or a queen and single bed. It is home to Kelly’s Bar and Grill, one of the hottest dinner spots in town (so reservations are strongly recommended). Breakfast and lunch are also available.

Located on the shores of a lovely lagoon, this understated, tranquil resort is a great place to see stunning sunsets over the water and watch for fruit bats flying overhead. As well as hotel rooms with water or pool views, there's a campground with powered and unpowered sites that include access to all resort amenities.

Home to charming self-contained one- and two-bedroom suites, complete with fully loaded kitchens, spa tubs, a separate lounge room, and views overlooking grand gardens or scenic Roebuck Bay, Moonlight Bay Suites is a great place to rest up before or after an epic Kimberley adventure. You’ll also find free Wi-Fi, laundry and gym facilities, and a large, luxurious pool area at this well-appointed spot just a 10-minute walk from downtown Broome.

With an inviting pool, a library, and personalized service, this boutique lodge, originally built in 1910 for a local pearling master, is a good place to unwind while giving you a chance to swap travel tales with your fellow guests at breakfast. This longtime home of Lord Alistair McAlpine, the man famous for restoring historical buildings throughout Broome and Cable Beach, is now owned by a member of the successful Paspaley pearl family.