🇦🇺 Broome, Australia
Broome-Time Lodge
📍 1 Cable Beach Rd E, Cable Beach WA 6725, Australia
Your stay — Broome-Time Lodge
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The Property — Broome-Time Lodge
Broome-Time Lodge is a modest, no-fuss three-star property a short walk from Cable Beach. The lobby has a tired tropical feel—ceiling fans, rattan furniture, and a reception desk stacked with brochures for pearl tours. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean bed and quick beach access, not frills or atmosphere.
Chronicles of Broome
Broome began as a pearling settlement in the 1880s, attracting Japanese, Malay, and Filipino divers alongside European colonists. The historic Chinatown district still has corrugated-iron buildings that housed the pearl trade. Today, Broome is a tourist hub known for its red cliffs, camel rides on Cable Beach, and the Staircase to the Moon phenomenon on spring tides. Its cultural identity mixes Aboriginal heritage with a laid-back, end-of-the-road frontier vibe.
Best Time to Visit
Full Broome guide →Best months
May, August, September – dry season with clear skies, temperatures around 25-30°C, and fewer crowds than the peak July school holidays.
Peak / festival surge
July is the absolute peak, driven by Australian school holidays and the Shinju Matsuri (Pearl Festival) in late August/early September. Hotel prices can double; book six months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer the best compromise: still dry but cheaper rates, milder heat, and lighter tourist numbers.
Weather & packing
Broome has a tropical monsoon climate; in June you are in the dry season, so zero rain but strong sun and cool evenings. Pack a high-SPF sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and a light jacket for nightfall.
Live City Briefing — Broome
- Cable Beach camel tours are currently operating at reduced capacity due to a shortage of trained handlers – pre-book if you want a sunset ride.
- Broome International Airport has completed its runway upgrade, with direct flights from Perth now taking 2 hours 20 minutes.
- The Broome Historical Museum is closed for renovation until August 2026, but the outdoor exhibits in Chinatown remain free to view.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Broome-Time Lodge, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a ground-floor room at the rear of the property, away from Cable Beach Road. Ground floor avoids stairs, and rear rooms cut road noise from the main street.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid upper-floor rooms if you have mobility issues — no lift, only stairs. Also avoid rooms facing Cable Beach Road due to traffic noise from that main route.
Best views
Ground-floor rear rooms look onto the car park and bushland behind, with no street view. No ocean or landmark views — the lodge is set back from Cable Beach proper.
Quietest floors
Ground floor (only one floor; upper floor is noisier from footsteps and stairs).
🔊 Noise notes
Traffic on Cable Beach Road (main route to the beach) during peak hours. Car park noise from guests arriving/leaving. No bar or restaurant on site, so night-time noise is minimal.
Insider tips
1. Park early — only 30 spaces, first-come-first-served. If full, the public car park at Broome Civic Centre is a 5-minute walk and costs $2 AUD per hour. 2. The free WiFi is capped at 1 GB per day — stream or download before you arrive, or hotspot your own data.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Broome-Time Lodge
Free basic WiFi (5 Mbps) for two devices; data cap of 1 GB per day — login via room number and surname.
No lift; two-storey motel-style with stairs only to upper rooms.
Complimentary digital PressReader access via QR code at reception; no physical papers delivered.
Standard check-in 14:00-20:00; early bag-drop allowed from 11:00; late check-out fee of $50 AUD until 12:00, subject to availability.
Complimentary in-luggage storage room near reception; open 07:00-21:00.
No step-free access; ground-floor rooms with one small step at entrance; no wheelchair-adapted bathrooms.
Free on-site car park (uncovered, 30 spaces, first-come-first-served); nearest public car park at Broome Civic Centre, $2 AUD per hour; no EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full first night charged at booking; incidental hold of $100 AUD on card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Broome Seventh-Day Adventist Church (1.7 km · ~22 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Broome Boulevard — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Mackie Park — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
EG Australia — 899 m · ~11 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Australian Dollar, AUD
ATMs are the best rate; avoid the currency exchange at Broome International Airport or tourist desks as they add 5-10% margins.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted; contactless is standard. Amex is not common; cash is essential at remote markets and some smaller stalls.
Tipping is not expected. Round up for good service in restaurants; taxis and hotel staff don't expect anything extra.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A flat white from a local cafe costs about $5 AUD.
A takeaway pie or sandwich from a bakery runs around $10–12 AUD.
A main at a pub bistro or casual Asian eatery is $20–25 AUD.
Head to the weekend markets at Town Beach for cheap satay sticks, spring rolls, and fruit; no dedicated night market here otherwise.
Woolworths and Coles in the town centre are the main budget supermarkets.
Target and Best & Less in the town centre for basics; the Courthouse Markets on weekends have second-hand and budget clothing stalls.
Walking is free, but for longer trips the town bus (Broome Transit) costs $2.50 per ride; from the airport, a shared shuttle is $25 AUD — taxis are $40+.
1. Buy groceries and cook at your accommodation — dining out is expensive. 2. Skip expensive tours and drive yourself to Cable Beach (free parking) or Gantheaume Point. 3. Visit the markets for affordable souvenirs, not the tourist shops on Carnarvon Street.
Good to know — Broome
Type I · 230V
safe
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Emergency Contacts
BroomeFor non-urgent police matters, call 131 444. For medical advice from a nurse, call Healthdirect on 1800 022 222. Triple Zero (000) works for all life-threatening emergencies. If you're in a remote area with no mobile reception, try 112 on a satellite phone.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Broome, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Broome-Time Lodge
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Broome International Airport → Mangrove Hotel
💡 Book online 24 hrs ahead for a guaranteed spot. They drop at hotel reception. For two people it's cheaper than a taxi.
Broome International Airport → Mangrove Hotel
💡 Call ahead rather than queuing; airport rank is small and taxis go fast.
Broome International Airport → Mangrove Hotel (Chinatown stop)
💡 No direct stop at the hotel. Get off at Hamersley Street and walk 5 min. Buy a day pass for $7 if you'll ride more than twice.
Mangrove Hotel (Cable Beach area) → Cable Beach
💡 Cheapest way to the beach but the last bus leaves Cable Beach at 6 PM. Sunset over-runs often leave you walking back.
Broome International Airport (BME) → Oaks Cable Beach Sanctuary
💡 You'll need to book at least 24 hours ahead. They run a 12-seater van and it's door-to-door – no waiting on the curb like the taxi queue. Good value for solo travellers.
Broome International Airport → Cable Beach Backpackers (door-to-door)
💡 Cheaper than taxi for solo. They drop at the hostel entrance. Call 08 9193 5577 for pickup.
Broome Town Beach / Short St Terminal → Oaks Cable Beach Sanctuary (on Cable Beach Rd)
💡 The bus stops right outside the resort. Buy a multi-trip pass from the Transit Office if you're here more than 3 days – it halves the per-ride cost.
Courthouse B & B (Chinatown stop) → Cable Beach
💡 Bus service is limited to two routes (Cable Beach and Town loop). The Chinatown stop is a 4-minute walk from the B&B. Buy a 10-trip ticket from the driver to skip exact change hassles.
Broome International Airport (stop, 200m walk) → Chinatown stop (10 min walk to Moonlight Bay Suites)
💡 No Sunday service. The airport stop is a basic shelter on the main road, not terminal-side. Bring exact fare or buy a SmartRider card at the Visitor Centre.
Moonlight Bay Suites (Cable Beach Rd stop, 5 min walk) → Broome Town Centre (Chinatown)
💡 Use this for groceries or Sunday markets (if it's Saturday). Bus stop has no shade—bring a hat and water. Leaving town, wave clearly to flag it down.
Broome International Airport (BME) → Oaks Cable Beach Sanctuary
💡 DiDi is generally cheaper than Uber here, but don't rely on it late at night – drivers are scarce after 8pm during the dry season.
Broome International Airport (BME) → Courthouse B & B
💡 Book the shared shuttle online 24 hours ahead for the cheapest airport option. They drop at hotel doors, but can take 10 mins extra if others are on board.
About Broome
Wikipedia ↗
Broome, also known as Rubibi by the Yawuru people, is a coastal pearling and tourist town in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, 2,046 km (1,271 mi) north of Perth. The town recorded a population of 14,660 in the 2021 census. It is the largest town in the Kimberley region.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Broome-Time Lodge?
Request a ground-floor room at the rear of the property, away from Cable Beach Road. Ground floor avoids stairs, and rear rooms cut road noise from the main street.
Which rooms should I avoid at Broome-Time Lodge?
Avoid upper-floor rooms if you have mobility issues — no lift, only stairs. Also avoid rooms facing Cable Beach Road due to traffic noise from that main route.
Is Broome-Time Lodge noisy?
Traffic on Cable Beach Road (main route to the beach) during peak hours. Car park noise from guests arriving/leaving. No bar or restaurant on site, so night-time noise is minimal.
Which rooms have the best views at Broome-Time Lodge?
Ground-floor rear rooms look onto the car park and bushland behind, with no street view. No ocean or landmark views — the lodge is set back from Cable Beach proper.
What are insider tips for staying at Broome-Time Lodge?
1. Park early — only 30 spaces, first-come-first-served. If full, the public car park at Broome Civic Centre is a 5-minute walk and costs $2 AUD per hour. 2. The free WiFi is capped at 1 GB per day — stream or download before you arrive, or hotspot your own data.
What time is check-in at Broome-Time Lodge?
Check-in at Broome-Time Lodge is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Broome-Time Lodge have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi (5 Mbps) for two devices; data cap of 1 GB per day — login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Broome-Time Lodge?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Broome-Time Lodge?
A takeaway pie or sandwich from a bakery runs around $10–12 AUD.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Broome-Time Lodge?
Walking is free, but for longer trips the town bus (Broome Transit) costs $2.50 per ride; from the airport, a shared shuttle is $25 AUD — taxis are $40+.
When is the best time to visit Broome?
May, August, September – dry season with clear skies, temperatures around 25-30°C, and fewer crowds than the peak July school holidays.
Top Attractions in Broome
💡 Go before 9am for the best pick of fresh mangoes and less heat. Cash only at some stalls.
💡 Pick up the brochure from the Visitor Centre on Carnarvon Street. Wear sturdy shoes—some footpaths are uneven.
💡 Buy takeaway fish and chips from Aarli (across the road) and eat on the grass at sundown — cheaper than the resort restaurants.
💡 Start at the Sun Pictures cinema and pick up a free trail map from the visitor centre on Weld Street.
💡 Swim only between October and March — stingers and crocodiles are a real risk otherwise. The fish and chip shop at the top of the beach is good value for a cheap lunch.
💡 Check the tide chart—best at low tide when the mudflats are exposed. Great spot for a free BBQ, bring your own meat.
💡 The Broome Sunset Markets are held here on Thursdays (April to October) with food stalls and live music. Best for families—the water's calmer than Cable Beach.
💡 Go at extreme low tide (check tables online) and walk around the jetty pylons. The footprints are subtle, so look for three-toed impressions in the hardened mud. Sunrise is best for light and fewer people.