Broome is a very special place, it is also a very remote place. For that reason (I assume) everything in broome costs more than it would in any other part of Australia. Hotels are no different when it comes to this basic rule. For that reason, the Ocean Lodge is a good choice. Although it is not glamorous or particularly... more

We booked well in advance - thankfully, as Broome was booked solid for most of the month. We arrived late owing to our scenic flight in Derby being delayed due to fog (nb I do NOT recommend ever driving in the Kimberley at night - with the loose cattle and the road trains it was a terrifying experience). It took... more

We decided to head north to escape the cold Perth weather. Broome is crowded this time of the year but luckily for us there was a cancelation at Ocean Lodge just before we phoned to book in. Ocean Lodge was great value for the money. We had a room upstairs at the back overlooking the tropical garden and pool. Although... more

We stayed for two nights. Our room was adequate without being lavish. It had a small kitchen, which was a plus as we could make our own lunches (cheaper that way) and do toast etc. for breakfast. The room was clean and well maintained, but the entry from an exterior "veranda" was a little less salubrious. Our room had a... more