Best for
- Couples seeking a tropical escape with sunset rituals
- Families wanting a full-service resort with pools and kids activities
- Repeat Broome visitors who want everything on-site
Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa
Where the Kimberley meets the Indian Ocean
Tropical Kimberley relaxation with a touch of Broome character
- Direct access to Cable Beach, one of Australia's longest and most beautiful white-sand stretches
- Chahoya Spa with seven private treatment suites including a double vichy shower room
- Four dining venues including Italian-focused Cichetti and the oceanfront Sunset Bar & Grill
Resort · Broome
The luxury case for Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa.
A sprawling tropical resort on the doorstep of Cable Beach, one of Australia's most spectacular stretches of sand, offering studios, bungalows, villas and art-filled suites across acres of lush gardens in Broome.
The mood
Tropical Kimberley relaxation with a touch of Broome character
Ideal stay
3 to 5 nights
Why it earns the rate
Cable Beach at sunset is one of Australia's great natural spectacles, and this resort puts you steps from the sand with a full suite of dining, spa, and pool options.
There are places in Australia where the landscape feels almost too dramatic to be real, and Cable Beach is one of them. Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa sits right on the doorstep of 22 kilometres of white sand and turquoise Indian Ocean water, framed by the red earth of the Kimberley to the east and some of the most reliably spectacular sunsets on the planet to the west. The resort, first opened in 1988 by the late Lord Alistair McAlpine (who famously purchased the land by signing a contract on the back of a beer coaster), has grown into a full-service tropical compound spread across acres of lush gardens, with accommodation ranging from simple studios to art-filled suites showcasing works by Sir Sidney Nolan, Elizabeth Durack, and Humphrey Price-Jones.
The accommodation range is broader than most Australian resorts. Studios embrace Broome-style architecture with polished timber floorboards, corrugated iron features, and the town's signature lattice detailing, available in garden view, pool view, and ocean-side configurations. Bungalows, inspired by the traditional pearling master quarters, offer open-plan living with full kitchens for families or groups wanting self-catering flexibility. For a more elevated experience, the Villas are adults-only retreats with private plunge pools, dedicated hosts, in-room check-in, and complimentary airport transfers. At the top of the range, the named Suites (Nolan, Durack, and Price-Jones) combine luxury furnishings with original Australian art, Indian Ocean views, and exotic antiques collected over decades.
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Four dining venues cover the full range from casual poolside to candlelit Italian. Cichetti Club is the resort's signature restaurant, serving house-made pastas and a seasonal Italian menu in a warm, candle-lit setting where reservations are essential and smart dress is expected. Sunset Bar & Grill delivers the classic Broome experience: an oceanfront buffet breakfast and evening grill service with an extensive wine list and uninterrupted Cable Beach views. The Sunset Bar provides a more casual setting for cocktails during golden hour, while Kichi Kichi serves Japanese-inspired fare. Lunar Bar handles morning coffee and light meals, particularly useful when the buffet is on seasonal closure.
Cable Beach Club is not trying to be a boutique hideaway. It is a proper resort, with dual pools (including an adults-only ocean pool), Chahoya Spa with seven private treatment suites, a fully equipped gym, kids club, mini golf, and tour desk. What makes it worth recommending is the combination of that full infrastructure with one of Australia's most remarkable natural settings. The sunset camel rides depart from the beach directly in front of the resort. Gantheaume Point's 130-million-year-old dinosaur footprints are a five-minute drive. And Broome itself, with its pearling history, Chinatown galleries, and red-earth character, provides a cultural backdrop that no amount of resort polish can replicate. If you want a Broome base that handles everything from a family holiday to a couples spa retreat to a casual sunset drink on the sand, this is the most complete option in town.
Is It For You?
Is Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa right for you?
Less ideal if
- Travellers wanting a boutique, intimate hotel experience
- Guests who prefer a contemporary design-led property
Atmosphere
Relaxed, tropical, and community-oriented rather than exclusive
Ideal stay
Long weekend (3-5 nights)
Why splurge
Cable Beach at sunset is one of Australia's great natural spectacles, and this resort puts you steps from the sand with a full suite of dining, spa, and pool options.
Rooms
Rooms & suites
Editorial pickPool View Studio for value; the Nolan Suite for art lovers and couples wanting ocean views and a private experience.
Garden View Studio
Broome-style architecture with polished timber floorboards, corrugated iron features, and lattice detailing. King or twin configuration.
- View
- Tropical garden outlook
- Sleeps
- 2 adults
- Best for
- Couples on a budget or short stays
- Polished timber floorboards
- Broome-style lattice design
- Air conditioning and ceiling fan
Pool View Studio
Same finish as Garden View with the added benefit of looking onto the pool terrace, making the room feel more resort-connected.
- View
- Resort pool and gardens
- Sleeps
- 2 adults
- Best for
- Couples wanting a pool-facing position without villa pricing
- Pool terrace outlook
- Adults-only option available
- Interconnecting rooms for families
Bungalow
Inspired by traditional Broome pearling master quarters, with open-plan living, full kitchen, and generous indoor-outdoor flow.
- View
- Garden setting
- Sleeps
- 4 to 6 guests
- Best for
- Families or groups wanting space and self-catering
- Full kitchen with self-catering
- Open-plan living and dining
- Spacious garden setting
Villa
The most private accommodation on-site. A dedicated host, breakfast, in-room check-in, and private airport transfers lift the experience significantly.
- View
- Private courtyard with plunge pool
- Sleeps
- 2 adults
- Best for
- Adults-only retreats with dedicated host service
- Private plunge pool and courtyard
- Dedicated host
- Private airport transfers
- Adults only
Nolan Suite
Named for Sir Sidney Nolan, these art-filled suites combine luxury with fine art. Ocean views, exotic antiques, and the iconic Broome sunset define the experience.
- View
- Indian Ocean and sunset views
- Sleeps
- 2 adults
- Best for
- Art lovers and milestone celebrations
- Original Australian art throughout
- Indian Ocean views
- Premium furnishings and antiques
Eat and Drink
Dining
The restaurants, bars, and rituals that shape how the hotel feels after the room itself.
Start here
Cichetti Club
Modern Italian dining celebrating house-made pastas and signature dishes in a candlelit atmosphere with warm, attentive service.
- Go here for
- House-made pastas and a two or three-course Italian dinner menu
- Expect
- Candlelit, intimate, smart casual
- Book ahead
- Reservations essential. Smart dress code including appropriate footwear.
Then try
Sunset Bar & Grill
Oceanfront dining with buffet breakfast and evening grill service overlooking Cable Beach, paired with an extensive wine list from renowned vineyards across the globe.
- Go here for
- Oceanfront sunset dining with panoramic Cable Beach views
- Expect
- Relaxed beachside, open-air
- Book ahead
- Seasonal hours apply. Buffet breakfast closed during parts of the wet season.
For cocktails
Sunset Bar
Casual beachfront bar for sunset cocktails and light bites with views stretching across Cable Beach.
- Go here for
- Front-row seats to Broome's legendary Indian Ocean sunsets
- Expect
- Relaxed, outdoor, golden hour focused
Reset
Wellness
The parts of the property that slow the pace, restore energy, or justify spending more time on-site.
For recovery
Chahoya Spa
A peaceful sanctuary with seven private treatment suites including a double vichy shower room. Treatments draw on Japanese-inspired pampering traditions, focusing on rejuvenation of mind, body and soul.
- Best for
- Seven private suites with vichy shower and Japanese-inspired treatments
For movement
Gym and Wellness
Fully equipped fitness centre available to all resort guests, complementing the spa and pool facilities.
- Best for
- Full gym alongside spa and dual pool setup
What to Do
Signature Experiences
The on-property or destination moments that justify choosing this hotel over a generic luxury base.
Late afternoon, daily
Sunset camel ride on Cable Beach
The iconic Broome experience, departing from steps away from the resort across the white sand as the sun drops into the Indian Ocean.
Low tide, morning
Gantheaume Point dinosaur footprints
Explore 130-million-year-old dinosaur footprints embedded in the ancient red rock formations, a short drive from the resort.
Tuesday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm
Chahoya Spa couples treatment
A shared treatment in the double vichy shower room or side-by-side suites, ideal for couples marking an occasion.
Location
Getting to Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa
A 15-minute drive from Broome Airport. Villa guests receive private airport transfers. The resort offers ample parking for self-drive visitors.
Cable Beach
2 min
WalkBroome town centre
10 min
CarBroome Airport
15 min
CarCable Beach
Beach22 kilometres of pristine white sand and turquoise water, directly accessible from the resort grounds.
2 min walkGantheaume Point
NatureRed cliffs with 130-million-year-old dinosaur footprints visible at low tide.
5 min driveBroome Chinatown
CultureHistoric pearling-era quarter with galleries, pearl showrooms, and local dining.
10 min driveWhat to Know
Before you book
Is this the right Broome hotel for a first visit?
Yes. It puts you on Cable Beach with everything on-site, which simplifies a first Broome trip significantly.
Is it good for families?
Very much so. Bungalows accommodate larger groups, the Kimberley Pool is family-friendly, and there are kids activities and a mini golf course.
What is the best time to visit?
The dry season from April to October offers the best weather. The wet season (November to March) brings closures to some facilities.
Are the villas worth the upgrade?
If you want an adults-only, hosted experience with a private plunge pool and airport transfers, the villas are a meaningful step up from the studios.
Editorial Verdict
The verdict on Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa
Why book it
- Direct access to one of Australia's most spectacular beaches
- Full resort infrastructure with four restaurants, spa, and dual pools
- Range of accommodation from budget studios to art-filled suites
Know the trade-offs
- Large resort scale means the experience is not intimate or boutique
- Some facilities have seasonal closures during the wet season
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