Cable Beach

917 votes

Twenty-two kilometres of icing-sugar sand, camel silhouettes at sunset and year-round swim temps make Cable Beach the postcard face of Broome. Residents nip down after work for a 4WD dune picnic, knowing this world-class shoreline is only a ten-minute cruise from shops, schools and airport.

2

Town Beach

130 votes

Broome’s historic foreshore pairs a free water-play park, night markets and the famous Staircase-to-the-Moon viewing deck. Early risers grab coffee from the beachfront café before strolling the jetty, while food vans and live music turn moonlit evenings into a vibrant community catch-up.

3

Roebuck Bay

97 votes

Red pindan cliffs tumble into turquoise water where migratory shorebirds feed on glass-calm flats. Roebuck Bay’s protected boat ramp, fishing spots and marine park create endless weekend options, yet the bay sits right beside Chinatown’s cafés, proving nature and convenience can happily coexist.

4

Sunset Park

60 votes

Grassy Sunset Park fills nightly with picnic rugs and applause as the Indian Ocean turns tangerine behind distant camel trains. Free barbecues, playgrounds and a coastal cycleway mean families linger long after the last colour fades, enjoying sea-breeze living without restaurant bills.

5

Chinatown

40 votes

Restored corrugated-iron verandas, pearl showrooms and laneway bars give Broome’s small CBD big character. Lunchtime laksa, evening rooftop cocktails and weekend art walks keep the streets buzzing, while recent streetscape upgrades make running errands or meeting clients a relaxed, palms-shaded stroll.

6

Minyirr Park

27 votes

Jointly managed with Yawuru Traditional Owners, Minyirr Park protects the dune ecosystem behind Cable Beach. Signed trails weave through fragrant gubinge and wattle, offering quiet sunrise jogs and cultural insights five minutes from resort villas, adding priceless nature buffer to coastal property.

7

The Pearle Resort

26 votes

Private plunge pools, Balinese-style pavilions and on-site day-spa treatments earn The Pearle a loyal wedding-and-wellness following. Investors love the lock-and-leave model that commands premium holiday rents, while locals book weekend brunch just to enjoy its breezy frangipani-fringed courtyard.

8

Gantheaume Point

23 votes

Burnt-orange sandstone, a candy-striped lighthouse and 130-million-year-old dinosaur footprints make Gantheaume Point a geologist’s and Instagrammer’s dream. Tide timetables rule visits, but the five-minute drive from Cable Beach means locals can pop down whenever low tide strikes for fossil hunting.

9

Courthouse Markets

23 votes

Saturdays see boab-shaded lawns burst with fresh mango smoothies, pearl jewellery stalls and live didgeridoo sessions. The Courthouse Markets provide a direct line to Kimberley artists and growers, giving residents an easy way to shop local and entertain guests in one colourful lap.

10

Lily Lagoon

16 votes

Kununurra’s Lily Lagoon, dotted with floating lotus flowers and backed by sandstone escarpments, offers sunrise kayaking and bird-watching just off the Victoria Highway. Waterfront picnic tables and a scenic walking path bring tranquil, holiday-at-home vibes to nearby residential estates.

11

Oaks Resort

16 votes

Overlooking Roebuck Bay, Oaks Broome pairs apartment convenience with lagoon-style pools and an all-day bistro. FIFO professionals and relocating families choose the complex for its secure parking, on-site management and two-minute walk to Town Beach foreshore fun.

12

Matso’s Brewery

13 votes

Australia’s northern-most micro-brewery infuses craft beers with mango, chilli and ginger, best enjoyed on the timber deck as cooling sea breezes roll off Roebuck Bay. Local musicians, curry nights and growler refills make Matso’s a beloved social anchor for after-work catch-ups.

13

Broome Golf Club

13 votes

Freshly redeveloped in 2022, Broome Golf Club’s clifftop clubhouse now frames million-dollar views across turquoise waters. Social memberships start cheap, letting locals swap office shoes for fairway time, while the public bistro turns sunset rounds into family dinners with ease.

14

Moonlight Bay

10 votes

Front-row apartments at Moonlight Bay command sweeping vistas of Roebuck Bay’s famous moonrise, turning balconies into private theatres for the natural light show. A resort-style pool and walk-through gate to Town Beach mean holiday living is literally on the doorstep year-round.

15

Seashells Resort

10 votes

Seashells’ self-contained apartments, sprawling lagoon pool and tropical gardens attract families who want space to spread out a short stroll from Cable Beach. Strong occupancy rates and professional onsite management make it a favourite set-and-forget investment for southern buyers.

16

Spinifex Brewery

10 votes

Spinifex showcases native ingredients like lemon myrtle and Kakadu plum in its craft range, pouring pints beside a breezy beer garden in Cable Beach precinct. Food trucks, live footy and family-friendly lawns mean locals can relax without trekking into town for a night out.

17

Broome Hospital

7 votes

As the Kimberley’s primary health hub, Broome Hospital offers 24-hour emergency, maternity and renal services, reducing the need for Perth transfers. Its recent ward upgrades reassure sea-change families and retirees that quality care sits just ten minutes from most suburban front doors.

18

Simpsons Beach

6 votes

Tucked between rocky headlands south of Broome, secluded Simpsons Beach rewards those willing to navigate the dusty track. Calm waters, colourful shells and zero crowds make it a secret picnic favourite, with 4WD access adding adventure to spontaneous Sunday outings.

19

Frangipani Resort

6 votes

Frangipani’s meandering lagoon pools, scented gardens and shaded daybeds channel Bali vibes a block back from Cable Beach. Short-stay villa management means owners can holiday during dry season, then earn strong returns when southern tourists chase winter warmth.

20

Mango Farm

6 votes

Just outside Broome at Twelve Mile, Willie Creek’s Mango Farm turns summer harvest into smoothies, chutneys and famed mango ice-cream. Farm-gate tastings, shady picnic tables and seasonal pick-your-own events give residents a sweet rural escape within a 20-minute drive of suburbia.

Area Hotlist — Kimberley WA