6 Best Hotels in The Kimberley, The Outback

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.

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.

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.

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.