🇦🇺 Broome, Australia
Courthouse B & B
📍 10 Stewart St, Broome WA 6725, Australia
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Il tuo soggiorno — Courthouse B & B
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La proprietà — Courthouse B & B
The Courthouse B&B is a converted 1890s courthouse on Hamersley Street, with a whitewashed verandah and a quiet, slightly dusty colonial feel. Its nine rooms are simple but spacious, with high ceilings and ceiling fans, and the real draw is the small pool and the breakfast served on the deck. It suits travellers who want a calm, no-fuss base near Chinatown and Town Beach, not those after resort-style luxury. Standing in the lobby, you smell sun-warmed timber and hear the distant hum of a ceiling fan — it's unshowy and functional, like Broome itself.
Cronache di Broome
Broome began as a pearling port in the 1880s, drawing Japanese, Malay and Filipino divers, which gave it a multicultural character unusual for a remote outback town. The old Chinatown along Carnarvon Street retains corrugated-iron shopfronts and verandahs from that era, though much was rebuilt after a cyclone in 1908. By the 1950s the cultured pearl industry overtook wild shelling, and today Paspaley’s operations still dominate the town economy. Culturally, Broome is proud of its Indigenous Yawuru heritage and its laid-back, mix-and-match identity — a frontier town that became a tourist hub without losing its edges.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Broome →I migliori mesi
June–August: dry season, clear skies, 25–30°C days, no humidity, and manageable crowds if you book ahead. August is the driest and most reliable.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August: Broome’s peak winter season, when southern school holidays hit and the Staircase to the Moon phenomenon (March–October full moons) attracts crowds. Hotel prices nearly double, and rooms at places like the Courthouse B&B book out three months in advance.
Stagione di spalla
May and September: still dry, slightly hotter (32°C in May) but cheaper by 20–30%. September also brings the Shinju Matsuri festival, which slightly lifts prices but is worth timing for.
Meteo e imballaggio
Broome’s dry-season days are bright and hot, but June mornings can drop to 14°C, and the sea breeze picks up by late afternoon. Pack a light jumper for evenings, a wide-brimmed hat for the sun, and sandals you can rinse salt off — and leave the umbrella at home.
Briefing della città — Broome
- Broome International Airport completed a runway resurfacing in April 2026, which briefly reduced flight schedules; services are now back to normal with Qantas, Virgin and Airnorth operating daily to Perth and Darwin.
- Chinatown’s main street has two new cafes opening in early 2026 — The Diver’s Table and Moonlight Sourdough — both within 10 minutes’ walk of the Courthouse B&B.
- A proposed campground expansion on Roebuck Bay has been paused by the Shire after environmental objections, so foreshore areas remain less crowded than in 2025.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Courthouse B & B, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Room 1, which is the disabled-access room on the ground floor, is a good option for those who prefer not to navigate stairs. However, keep in mind that the main lobby toilet is narrow.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the upper floors (not accessible by the stair lift for the ground-floor room) may be a challenge for guests with mobility issues.
Best views
Unfortunately, this hotel does not offer any notable views, given its location in a residential area.
Quietest floors
The ground floor is likely the quietest, as it's farthest from the street and doesn't have any known noise sources like a lift or service entrance.
🔊 Noise notes
Guests at the Courthouse B & B may be disturbed by the occasional noise from the street, but it's unlikely to be excessive.
Insider tips
Request a room on the ground floor if you have mobility issues, but be aware of the narrow main lobby toilet. For $5 AUD per day, consider parking at the public car park on Clementson Street, especially if you arrive by car and prefer not to rely on on-site parking.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — Courthouse B & B
Free basic Wi-Fi throughout, capped at 5 Mbps download. Premium upgrade $10 AUD/night for 20 Mbps.
No lift; all rooms on first floor accessible only by stairs.
Complimentary digital PressReader access via a lobby tablet; no physical papers delivered. The building is a converted 1910s courthouse, so original courtroom doors remain in the hallway.
Check-in 14:00–19:00; late arrivals by arrangement only. Early bag drop from 09:00. Late check-out to 11:00 free, after 11:00 charged $50 AUD and subject to availability.
Free for same-day drop-off before check-in or after check-out, kept behind reception desk.
Step-free access via a ramp at the side entrance (request in advance). Ground floor has a disabled-access room – but the main lobby toilet is narrow. No lift to upstairs rooms; stair lift available only for that one ground-floor room.
Free on-site parking for 8 vehicles on a first-come, first-served basis. Nearest public car park is on Clementson Street, $5 AUD per day (cash only). No EV charging.
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; a $100 AUD incidental hold placed on card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Anglican Church of the Annunciation (455 m · ~6 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Paspaley Plaza — 896 m · ~11 min walk
Broome Historical Museum — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Commonwealth Bank — 243 m · ~3 min walk
Kimberley Pharmacy Services — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Reddy Express — 395 m · ~5 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Australian Dollar, AUD
Use ATMs in town; avoid exchange bureaux at Broome Airport or tourist spots — poor rates apply.
Cards widely accepted; contactless and mobile pay common in most shops and restaurants.
Not expected. Round up for good service (e.g., $1-2 on a coffee or meal) if you wish; taxis and hotel staff rarely tipped.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Takeaway coffee from a local cafe or bakery, about $4.50–5.00.
A pie or sandwich from a bakery or takeaway shop, around $8–10.
Pub meal or fish and chips, main around $20–25.
Chinatown area has a few food vans and casual Asian eateries; also the Saturday morning markets in season.
Coles and Woolworths supermarkets are the main budget chains.
Kmart and Target in the Broome Shopping Centre for affordable basics.
Local bus (Broome Town Bus) single trip about $2–3, no day pass easily available. From airport, a taxi or rideshare is around $15–20 to town; shuttle bus may be cheaper but less frequent.
Buy alcohol at a bottle shop rather than a bar; eat at bakeries or takeaway rather than sit-down restaurants; self-cater with groceries from Coles or Woolworths.
Buono da sapere — Broome
Type I · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ A$1.44 · AUD
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 Courthouse B & B
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Commonwealth Bank — 243 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Kimberley Pharmacy Services — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
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.
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Courthouse B & B?
Room 1, which is the disabled-access room on the ground floor, is a good option for those who prefer not to navigate stairs. However, keep in mind that the main lobby toilet is narrow.
Which rooms should I avoid at Courthouse B & B?
Rooms on the upper floors (not accessible by the stair lift for the ground-floor room) may be a challenge for guests with mobility issues.
Is Courthouse B & B noisy?
Guests at the Courthouse B & B may be disturbed by the occasional noise from the street, but it's unlikely to be excessive.
Which rooms have the best views at Courthouse B & B?
Unfortunately, this hotel does not offer any notable views, given its location in a residential area.
What are insider tips for staying at Courthouse B & B?
Request a room on the ground floor if you have mobility issues, but be aware of the narrow main lobby toilet. For $5 AUD per day, consider parking at the public car park on Clementson Street, especially if you arrive by car and prefer not to rely on on-site parking.
What time is check-in at Courthouse B & B?
Check-in at Courthouse B & B is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Courthouse B & B have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi throughout, capped at 5 Mbps download. Premium upgrade $10 AUD/night for 20 Mbps.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Courthouse B & B?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Courthouse B & B?
A pie or sandwich from a bakery or takeaway shop, around $8–10.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Courthouse B & B?
Local bus (Broome Town Bus) single trip about $2–3, no day pass easily available. From airport, a taxi or rideshare is around $15–20 to town; shuttle bus may be cheaper but less frequent.
When is the best time to visit Broome?
June–August: dry season, clear skies, 25–30°C days, no humidity, and manageable crowds if you book ahead. August is the driest and most reliable.
Principali attrazioni a 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.