4 Best Hotels in Kununurra, The Kimberley

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 the Argyle Lake, this homestead-style resort has become known as a quintessential Australian outback stay in Kununurra. 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.

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. Breakfast and lunch are also available at Kelly’s Pool View Bar & Deck throughout the day.

On the shores of Lake Kununurra sits this understated, tranquil resort, where you can see stunning sunsets over the water and watch for fruit bats flying overhead. The resort also has a campground, with powered sites A$40–A$45 a night and unpowered sites A$35–A$40 a night, including access to all resort amenities.