🇦🇺 Broome, Australia
Cable Beach Backpackers
📍 12 Sanctuary Rd, Cable Beach WA 6726, Australia
Votre séjour — Cable Beach Backpackers
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La propriété — Cable Beach Backpackers
Cable Beach Backpackers is a no-frills, social hostel built around a huge pool and shaded verandah, just across the road from the sand. It feels like a dusty, sun-bleached crash pad for backpackers and budget travellers who want to walk to the sunset camel trains rather than watch them from a resort deck. The open-air kitchen and communal areas hum with chatter from overlanders and working-holiday makers. If you want private space, look elsewhere; if you want to trade travel stories over a cold beer, this works.
Chroniques de Broome
Broome began as a pearling hub in the 1880s, drawing Japanese, Malay and Filipino divers whose heritage still marks the old Chinatown district. The bombing by Japanese planes in 1942 was one of the largest attacks on Australian soil, and the wreck of the pearling fleet remains visible at low tide. Modern Broome has evolved into a laid-back tourist town where the red cliffs of Roebuck Bay meet the turquoise Indian Ocean. Its cultural identity is a mix of Indigenous Yawuru traditions, pearling-era multiculturalism and a seasonal, hedonistic holiday vibe.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de Broome →Meilleurs mois
May to August: dry and warm (25-30°C), with zero humidity and no stingers in the water. Crowds are manageable outside school holidays.
Peak / Festival surge
July school holidays (peak winter) fill every room; prices at budget properties like this can double. The Shinju Matsuri festival in late August/September also spikes demand, but that's more cultural than beach-focused.
La saison des épaules
September and October: still dry and hot but far fewer travellers, and accommodation rates drop by 30-40%. You get the great sunset conditions without the winter crush.
Météo & Emballage
Broome's climate flips between monsoon wet (Dec-Mar) and bone-dry winter; June is cool in the evenings, dropping to 15°C. Pack two layers: shorts and a T-shirt for day, plus a fleece or hoodie for after dark.
Briefing de la ville — Broome
- New direct Jetstar flights from Perth started in 2025, reducing flight times and adding more budget seats into Broome for winter 2026.
- The Broome Roadhouse on Great Northern Highway reopened in late 2025 after a major refurb, offering better fuel and food stops for self-drive travellers arriving from Derby.
- Cable Beach's seasonal stingers (box jellyfish) are absent by June, so swimming is safe without stinger suits — but the tidal range is huge, so check times before you wade out.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Cable Beach Backpackers, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room in the ground-level units for direct access and minimal stairs. If you're looking for a dorm, ask for the wheelchair-accessible room on request.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the reception or common areas if you're a light sleeper, as you may be disturbed by the noise from the free wifi users and the occasional guest chatter.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Sanctuary Road doesn't offer any notable views of the surrounding area. You'll likely see the adjacent buildings or the street.
Quietest floors
The ground-level units should be the quietest, as they're farthest from the main reception and common areas.
🔊 Noise notes
As the hotel is located on a main road, you may experience some road noise, especially during peak hours. The sandy paths around the property can also be noisy when people are walking or biking.
Insider tips
Park your car in the designated bays near the reception for easy access to your accommodation. Don't forget to request a voucher code for wifi from the reception staff, as it's required for login.
- 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
Hôtel Facilités — Cable Beach Backpackers
Free wifi throughout; sufficient for browsing and social media, not for streaming or video calls; login via voucher code
No lift – all accommodation is single-storey ground-level units or stairs to dorm block; no historic sections
No newspapers; a small library of second-hand books and travel guides in common area
Check-in from 14:00 to 20:00; early bag drop from 08:00; late check-out fee AUD 10 per hour if available
Free storage in locked room during reception hours (07:00–20:00); after-hours bag drop not available
Step-free access to reception and common areas; one wheelchair-accessible dorm room on request, but no grab rails in bathrooms; some paths are sandy
Free on-site parking for guests (unmarked bays); no EV charging; nearest public car park is at Cable Beach precinct (AUD 5 per day)
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; AUD 50 cash or card hold for incidentals on arrival
5 minutes de radios essentielles
Cable Beach General Store & Cafe — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Australian Dollar, AUD
Use ATMs in town for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Broome International Airport and tourist-heavy spots as they give poor rates.
Cards are widely accepted in supermarkets, cafes, and larger stores; contactless (Visa/Mastercard) is standard, but carry some cash for smaller stalls and some remote tours.
Tipping is not expected, but rounding up a restaurant bill or leaving a small amount for good service is appreciated; taxis and hotel staff don't expect tips.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →A basic flat white from a local bakery or kiosk costs about $5.
A takeaway meat pie or sausage roll with a drink from a bakery or café is around $10–12.
A main course at a pub-style bistro or casual eatery costs roughly $20–25.
There isn't a strong street-food scene; cheap eats are at food courts in shopping centres or takeaway fish-and-chip shops along the main strip.
Coles and Woolworths are the main budget supermarket chains; there's also a local IGA for convenience.
Affordable clothing is found at chain stores like Kmart or Target in the town centre; markets like the Broome Courthouse Markets (Saturdays) have second-hand and artisan options.
The cheapest way around is walking along the main beach and town area; for longer trips, use the local bus service (approx $2.50 one-way). From the airport, a shared shuttle or rideshare costs about $15–20 per person.
Self-cater with groceries from Coles or Woolworths to cut meal costs. Book tours and accommodation well ahead to avoid peak-season mark-ups. Fill up with fuel in town rather than at the airport or small stations out of town.
Bon à savoir — Broome
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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 Cable Beach Backpackers
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →S’entourer
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.
À propos de 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.
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at Cable Beach Backpackers?
Request a room in the ground-level units for direct access and minimal stairs. If you're looking for a dorm, ask for the wheelchair-accessible room on request.
Which rooms should I avoid at Cable Beach Backpackers?
Avoid rooms near the reception or common areas if you're a light sleeper, as you may be disturbed by the noise from the free wifi users and the occasional guest chatter.
Is Cable Beach Backpackers noisy?
As the hotel is located on a main road, you may experience some road noise, especially during peak hours. The sandy paths around the property can also be noisy when people are walking or biking.
Which rooms have the best views at Cable Beach Backpackers?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Sanctuary Road doesn't offer any notable views of the surrounding area. You'll likely see the adjacent buildings or the street.
What are insider tips for staying at Cable Beach Backpackers?
Park your car in the designated bays near the reception for easy access to your accommodation. Don't forget to request a voucher code for wifi from the reception staff, as it's required for login.
What time is check-in at Cable Beach Backpackers?
Check-in at Cable Beach Backpackers is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Cable Beach Backpackers have Wi-Fi?
Free wifi throughout; sufficient for browsing and social media, not for streaming or video calls; login via voucher code
Is there a city or tourist tax at Cable Beach Backpackers?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Cable Beach Backpackers?
A takeaway meat pie or sausage roll with a drink from a bakery or café is around $10–12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Cable Beach Backpackers?
The cheapest way around is walking along the main beach and town area; for longer trips, use the local bus service (approx $2.50 one-way). From the airport, a shared shuttle or rideshare costs about $15–20 per person.
When is the best time to visit Broome?
May to August: dry and warm (25-30°C), with zero humidity and no stingers in the water. Crowds are manageable outside school holidays.
Principales attractions à 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.