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Lake Forbes Motel

3.5 star property
Lakefront motel in Forbes with free parking

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Interior entrance
Queen Twin Share
Family Room
Outdoor pool
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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8 Junction Street, Forbes, NSW, 2871
  • Place, McFeeters Motor Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Forbes Historical Society Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Parkes, NSW (PKE-Parkes Regional)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Queen with Lake View

Deluxe Queen with Lake View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Forbes

At Lake Forbes Motel you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of McFeeters Motor Museum and within 15 minutes of Victoria Park. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and gas grills. Added amenities include laundry facilities and a picnic area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Forbes motel include Forbes Historical Society Museum and Forbes Golf Club.
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What's nearby

  • McFeeters Motor Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Victoria Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Forbes Historical Society Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Forbes Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • CSIRO Parkes Observatory - 60 min drive - 90.6 km

Getting around

  • Forbes Station - 2 min drive
  • Parkes, NSW (PKE-Parkes Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Forbes Inn Hotel Motel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Forbes Services Memorial Club - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pickles Coffee Collective - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Post Office Hotel Forbes - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Lake Forbes Motel

Lakefront motel in Forbes with free parking
Lake Forbes Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Lake Forbes Motel also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and room service (during limited hours). Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Forbes motel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Lake Forbes Motel offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 50

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 15.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: AUD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 15.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Lake Forbes Motel
Lake Forbes Motel Motel
Lake Forbes Motel Forbes
Lake Forbes Motel Motel Forbes

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Lake Forbes Motel?

Lake Forbes Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Forbes Motel?

As of 26 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Forbes Motel on 4 Jan 2026 start from NZ$129.12, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Lake Forbes Motel?

Yep, Lake Forbes Motel has a free self car park.

Does Lake Forbes Motel have a pool?

Lake Forbes Motel has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lake Forbes Motel?

No, Lake Forbes Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lake Forbes Motel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lake Forbes Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Lake Forbes Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 189 out of 499 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 499 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 499 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 499 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 499 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Corey

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Eric

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room not clean, previous dirty laundry left on verandah, out side overgrown, deck needs replacing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room is "tired" and the makeover is not of high standard. However it was clean. Bed was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serguei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely great staff, excellent cleanliness of the room and shower, tidy park. Thank you !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Harry

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is very run down and unkempt
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Glenn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the main street of Forbes. Good location next to the major highway.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Great location,

Bed very hard and uncomfortable. Room was not cleaned or even refreshed after first night. There was another floor above where a room was rented and could hear them walking on the floor ..... not soundproof or any treatment.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Barry

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was reasonably priced and was in a convenient location close to shops and the park. A microwave was provided which was a nice surprise and let us heat up our own dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Noel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Deanna

Business traveller
Disliked: Room comfort
Air conditioning did not work properly, room was freezing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

The Motel was quite old which makes it difficult to look fresh. However it was clean and suited my needs for one night stay. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tidy room competitive rates
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pamela

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never Again

Reception staff member was curt, no ‘hello’ “what’s your full name, park out there” handed the key. Room was awful, it was very small, carpet was dirty, it was dark and dingy. Bathroom was horrible, old and tired. The shower drips and leaks, water all over the floor. Very old toilet that didn’t flush effectively. Shower had a curtain -no screen. Lots of noise from the attached room. We left while it was still dark and there were no external lights, we had to use our phone torches to load the car. Overall a very unsatisfactory stay and in my opinion this property should be bull dozed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Heinz, Thornleigh

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just what we needed after a 774 km ride, close to pub for a feed, beds were comfortable .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

JOHN

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A JAIL BED WOULD BE BETTER THAT STAYING IN THAT MOTEL THE LAKES FORBES MOTEL...BOTH MY WIFE AND MYSELF COULD NOT SSLEEP PROPERLY BECAUSE OF THE BED IT WAS SO HARD YOU COULD NOT SLEEP ON IT....ANOTHER MOTEL I WOULD NEVER STAY IN AGAIN...
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Vivienne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and a comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dorothy

Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty and smelled - could not stay. Am requesting a refund!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

The room was a "delux" queen room, it was an average quee room. Could do with extra plug in sockets as the only ones I could see in the actual room were 2 behind the microwave, which serviced the TV also. It is convenient to everything in the town and surrounds and is beside the lake however, it is also so close to the highway, my room was metres from the highway, so very noisy with traffic. There was a room above my room, so every step they took in the room, on a creaky floor, was not good. Would be ok for one night or for tradies working in the area, but I was there for 5 nights and this was not pleasant for me. The young guy at the desk, although very quiet, did help me if I needed something.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good after long day of travel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold, Karabar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025