The Pinctada story is woven into the fabric of Broome. Owned and operated by the Paspaley family, who have long been connected to this remarkable stretch of the Australian coastline.
A boutique property in the heart of Broome, Cable Beach and named after Pinctada maxima, the South Sea pearl shell central to Broome’s cultural and historical identity; Pinctada has been shaped by the region’s beauty, history, and unique spirit.
Pinctada offers a relaxed, welcoming experience, with a quiet luxury that honours Broome’s pearling heritage.
The property is proudly owned and operated by the Paspaley Group, a family-owned Australian company whose pioneering legacy in pearling began right here in Broome in 1935. Today, the Group’s ventures, including Pinctada, reflect the spirit and heritage of Broome, built on a foundation of innovation, integrity, and a deep sense of place.
Every great company can point to a source of inspiration that set it on course for success. For Paspaley that inspiration was the late Nicholas Paspaley. In the 1930s, with the bold vision of a young entrepreneur, 19-year-old Nicholas Paspaley bought his very first pearling lugger.
At the time, Broome, Cossack and Darwin were the world’s most significant pearling ports. At its peak, the 80 Mile Beach and Broome area accounted for 75% of the world’s mother-of-pearl production. Navigating the perils of hardhat diving, frequent cyclones, and other adversities, Paspaley embarked on a journey that would revolutionise pearling forever.
